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Tayvallich Bikes

Welcome to Tayvallich Bikes - your adventure starts here!

Looking to explore the breathtaking scenery of Tayvallich, the Crinan Canal, and Knapdale on two wheels? We’ve got you covered! At Tayvallich Bikes, we provide mountain bikes for hire, making it easy for you to discover the stunning landscapes of Mid Argyll at your own pace.

Two cyclists with backpacks riding on a rural road along the West Coast of Scotland in Mid Argyll.
Mountain Bike Hire
Historic stone ruins with a bicycle and picnic table, surrounded by greenery under a clear blue sky. On Taynish National Nature Reserve. Bike hire from Tayvallich Bikes.
Scenic Bike Routes
Scenic view of a marina with sailboats, a grassy area with bicycles, benches, and a calm body of water under a blue sky with clouds.
Reviews

Why choose Tayvallich Bikes?

  • Our well-maintained mountain bikes are designed for all terrains. We also have a small range of children’s bikes, trailers and seats.

  • Cycle through ancient woodlands, visit historic chapels or ride along Scotland’s most beautiful canal. Check out our suggested routes. Most start and end at Tayvallich and are designed for a range of fitness levels and experience.

  • We know the best cycling routes, viewpoints, and hidden gems!

  • Hire for the day or a full week, with optional extras like panniers and child seats.

    We can drop off locally!

  • We’re here to help you plan the perfect cycling adventure, for individuals, couples, families and friends. Ask about our children’s bikes, trailers and seats.

Two cyclists on a rural road along the West Coast with grassy and bushy surroundings. Tayvallich mountain bike hire

Tayvallich is a hidden gem on the west coast of Scotland, offering a mix of quiet coastal roads, scenic forest trails, and historic landmarks. Whether you're planning a gentle ride along the famous Crinan Canal, a nature-packed trip through Taynish Nature Reserve, or an adventurous loop to Dounie and Ardnoe, our bikes are ready for the journey.

  • "It made for such a fantastic vacation"

    We rented bikes from Tayvallich Bikes when we were staying for a week in the Kilmartin area. The bikes were fantastic for both trips on the local roads and along the canal, as well as on the paths up in the hills. They were in great condition and really nice to ride. Also, Ally was great, delivering the bikes to our rental house and supplying us with everything we needed. I highly recommend anyone visiting the area to also rent from Ally, especially because there is soooo much more to see on the trails and paths in the area than you could ever get to in a car. It made for such a fantastic vacation.

    Duncan, July 2026

  • A mountain bike leaning against a small wooden hut in a rural landscape with yellow gorse bushes. Mid Argyll Tayvallich Bike Hire

    "Fantastic service"

    “Fantastic service at Tayvallich. We messaged Ally a day before we arrived and he responded very quickly and was able to provide us with two very well maintained bikes. Highly recommend.”

    Vanessa, July 2024

  • "We highly recommend Ally’s services"

    “Ally came to our rescue after a major mechanical when we were bikepacking around Argyll and Bute. Ally’s expertise made light work of the problem and had my bike back on the road in no time. Tayvallich was an incredible place to experience by bike and we can’t wait to come back again. We highly recommend Ally’s services”

    Will, June 2025

  • Person biking on a road near a body of water at sunset, wearing a red jacket and backpack.

    "Will definitely hire them again"

    “ I can highly recommend Ally’s bikes. Ally delivered them to our caravan and picked them up when we had finished with them. The bikes are excellent- very well maintained. We had a great day with them and will definitely hire them again. Ally is also a lovely guy!“

    Sarah, August 2024

  • Scenic view of bicycles parked on grass near a lake with boats docked at a pier and hills in the background.

    "The bike was perfect, comfortable and in excellent condition"

    “Contacted Ally as I was going to Crinan for a few days to ask about the possibility of hiring a bike to cycle the canal. Ally could not have been more helpful bringing the bike to Crinan and collecting it afterwards. The bike was perfect, comfortable and in excellent condition. I would recommend him to anyone thinking of needing a bike in the area and if I come to Crinan again I will certainly be looking to hire again. Thank you for making it so easy Ally, and the ride along the canal was brilliant.”

    Catherine, July 2024

  • Mountain bikes parked on gravel, just some of those available to hire through Tayvallich Bikes.

    "Transformed our holiday"

    “Ally's bikes were great, the service first class and they transformed our holiday in Tayvallich! Thanks Ally”

    August 2023

  • Two bicycles parked by a picnic table on the West Coast of Scotland in Mid Argyll, surrounded by grassy hills and stone walls under a blue sky.

    "All round a lovely experience"

    “I emailed Ally late afternoon on the off chance 2 bikes might be available for the next day, he delivered them to our campsite early the next morning. Perfect. As a regular cyclist it was great to see that the bikes and helmets were in good condition and obviously maintained. We spent a very happy day riding out to Keills Chapel and exploring the peninsular. Ally was so helpful and easy to deal with and picked up the bikes later that evening from the campsite. All round a lovely experience. Thank you Ally.”

    Jane, May 2024

  • "Would highly recommend"

    Hiring bikes from Ally was completely hassle-free. Such a friendly service, with delivery and collection to and from our holiday home, help on hand (good idea to have the mobile number on the bike frame) and helmets and repair kit provided, all at a great price. On top of that, it's a beautiful area to explore by bike. Would highly recommend.

    Barbara, May 2025

  • "Great way to get around the peninsula"

    “Thanks for a great hire service Ally, there to meet me on arrival, bike worked well but repair kit also provided just in case. A great way to get around the peninsula, particularly given some road sections are rougher than others. Will definitely give you a call when we are back”

    Andrew, September 2025