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about redspokes
who and why
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peru
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laos/thailand
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vietnam
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tibet
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india: himalayas
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india: kerala
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pakistan
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kyrgyzstan
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kkh to kyrgyzstan
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nepal
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tajikistan
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argentina/chile
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ireland
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scotland
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Who are Red Spokes

Red Spokes began life in 1990 as a collective of cyclists who specialize in riding remote and spectacular roads in secluded sections of the planet. As a direct result of these experiences we decided to begin taking small groups of friends and acquaintances to areas that offer not only fantastic cycling, but also immense cultural interest.

The success of these tours has prompted us to start a small company with the aim of bringing this type of exciting and rewarding trip within a price range that we, as seasoned travellers, think is reasonable. Without cutting any corners on safety or (where possible) comfort, our tours are informal, and designed to cover areas that we as cyclists, have enjoyed immensely.

 

Why Red Spokes

At Red Spokes we are committed to ensuring that our tours not only support the local economies but also respect the local cultures. We do this by employing local guides and drivers, staying mostly in family run accommodation and where possible building relationships with the local communities.

Ensuring that our trips make as little environmental impact as possible is also essential to Red Spokes. We welcome travellers who like us wish to promote better understanding and awareness among people from different cultures and backgrounds.

With Red Spokes you will be travelling in small groups averaging 12 people (not exceeding 16). We feel that this is important because it causes as little environmental damage and disturbance as possible, whilst making it easier to make genuine contact with local people. We have also found that in smaller groups it can be easier to develop a sense of camaraderie and friendship with your fellow travellers.

Dermot
Macward
Dermot MacWard

Dermot has had a wide range of jobs, from welder in his native Scotland, to a mental health crisis worker in London, before setting up Red Spokes. He has travelled extensively throughout the world, and has a passion for finding areas of the world that are less travelled.

Lee
Timms
Lee Timms

Lee has helped develop our off road rides in both the UK and Pakistan. He has led tours in the UK, Peru, Tibet and India. He always seems to be on hand if anyone needs help, nothing ever seems to be too much trouble for him. A strong passionate mountain biker who's welcoming and supportive nature makes him a valued leader.

Owen
James
Owen James

Wee Owen works part time at Red Spokes; he's usually the one that gets blamed if anything goes wrong. Owen juggles his work with, cycling and playing basketball. He is also a passionate traveller, who loves to get off the tourist trails.

Eduardo
Molina
Eduardo Molina

Worked with lots of the big European tour companies before starting up on his own. Eduardo has pioneered a number of trails around Arequipa and the Colca Canyon area of Peru. His knowledge of Peru and attention to detail has made him a great asset for our tours. Eduardo and his team are now taking our smaller groups to Peru.

Arman Ali

Arman is a local man from the Hunza Valley of Pakistan and an experienced guide in the Northern Area. His warm hospitality, knowledge and friendliness, combine to make him a great asset to Red Spokes on our Karakoram Highway tours.

Ken
Phetxayphone
Ken Phetxayphone

Ken is our local guide in Laos/Thailand. His delightful manner along with his thorough knowledge of Laos/Thailand and its many ethnic groups makes him a favourite with our clients.

Mary
Doyle
Mary Doyle

Mary has been helping Red Spokes for the past few years assisting with our office work, keeping the wheels turning for us when everyone is on tour. A keen outdoor person and fitness fanatic, she also loves travelling.