Bikepacking event to encourage people into the activity

It's also being seen as a way to reduce the carbon impact of tourism

Susan Nicholson

Scotland is being hailed as a world-leading destination for bikepacking – combining cycling with camping.

A new event in Perthshire has introduced dozens of riders to off-road adventure and a night under canvas.

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