I’m a 57 year old community worker who started cycling around 2.5 years ago after seeing an advertisement for the Great North Bike ride and decided to enter it to motivate myself to get fit. My fri... read more

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first_519171 last_519171 So inspirational Isobel. And thank you ( and the rest of the Lets ride community group) to keep on cycling… no matter the w... read more

So inspirational Isobel. And thank you ( and the rest of the Lets ride community group) to keep on cycling… no matter the weather or how slow I go!! Fabulous achievement in your health journey !! Congratulations

first_500304 last_500304 That’s wonderful Inspiring!

That’s wonderful Inspiring!

It's a certainty; if you ride long enough, you will crash.

I sometimes let myself entertain the idea that cars and other things, coming up from behind, are uncontrol able random threats. ... read more

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first_727694 last_727694 Helmet-mounted mirror is my favorite. I have more bikes than helmets. So less mirror is needed. I use the glasses version a... read more

Helmet-mounted mirror is my favorite. I have more bikes than helmets. So less mirror is needed. I use the glasses version and mount it to the visor of my helmet.

first_447872 last_447872 I use a Garmin radar thing that uses my gps to show cars behind me. It’s kind of stupid, and expensive, but since I was str... read more

I use a Garmin radar thing that uses my gps to show cars behind me. It’s kind of stupid, and expensive, but since I was struck by an idiot driver last March, I’ll use whatever tool I can to avoid another disaster.

92 miles DONE! 🎉
What a weekend with an incredible mixed ability team! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️
We cycled all the way from Barry Island to Gloucester and even managed to squeeze in an interview with Mike ... read more

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If you know me, you’d probably know that I’ve become an avid cyclist over the years and my work involves looking at ways to encourage people to consider the daily choices they make around transport... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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first_679104 last_679104 Go Champion Vincent!!

Go Champion Vincent!!

I am 75 and have been cycling since I was 7yrs. I am now employed as a community caregiver, cycling to all my clients. It is a great ice-breaker as all those of my generation and older had to cycle... read more

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I turned 50 in December. Had a bad skiing accident in February where I was unable to do a lot of exercise. I put on a few pounds and my fitness deteriorated during recovery. Started to get stronger... read more

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Christian L Thanks for sharing Richard. Look out for our winter challenge 'Winter Wheelers' coming up next ☃️

Thanks for sharing Richard. Look out for our winter challenge 'Winter Wheelers' coming up next ☃️

Every morning sunday, the city streets are available for cycling, running, skaters, etc. It's a great opportunity for enjoy sports with family and friends!

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My favorite place to ride in Redding, California is the Sacramento River Trail. There are several places to start, all of which have their own perks. Most recently I've been favoring the Turtle Bay... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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In conjunction with Noosa Trailblazers, I have been teaching 20 women the fundamental mountain bike skills to encourage them to ride more frequently with more confidence.

It's awesome to ... read more

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I always commuted by bike but joining Black Women on Wheels has been amazing for improving my cycling skills and doing long rides and sportives like Ride London. I’m now a BWOW ride lead and it’s s... read more

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Yesterday I hopped on my sport-about for a quick errand and soon noticed a recurring bump in the rear wheel. After moving from concrete to asphalt, it was still there so I pulled over and sure eno... read more

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first_626988 last_626988 good job about knowing your bike

good job about knowing your bike

My First time back on my bike since my hip revision surgery in January.
I was very nervous but I just took it real easy and only did 4 mile, it's gonna take a while to build my leg strength as ... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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There's nothing quite like the crisp winter air on your way into work and then to be greeted by the mist hovering over the top of the Barwon River and sunshine streaming through the trees!

Topic: My commute by bike

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My commute has always been a bit far, and sketchy for riding by bike even though I’ve always ridden quite a lot. The recent purchase of an e-bike has made it practical, except that it’s storm seaso... read more

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first_626988 last_626988 Glad you made it home safely

Glad you made it home safely

I was with siouxland cyclists on Sunday 7/7/24 we started at craves parking lot at Sioux City Iowa at 6:30 in the morning. We traveled 3 states on bicycle by the time I got home I rode 110.45 miles.

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After telling my cycling buddies I'm going to do it for what seems an age I've finally crushed my demon! Far easier than I'd built it up to be in my head and loved every minute of the ride 😎

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Just a quick note, I had to share my news with someone. I am back on my bike!
After a period of nearly 9 months with a dodgy leg from a back injury I am back on a bike and loving it!
I wen... read more

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Depuis 2021, je participe au défi : Mois de mai en vélo. Je n'ai pas manqué une journée de vélo en 124 jours (4x31 jours) et j'ai roulé plus de 1000km sans assistance électrique à chacun des défis.... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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first_600671 last_600671 Bravo pour la motivation et la détermination.

Bravo pour la motivation et la détermination.

first_551144 last_551144 Merci Marie Dominique. J'ai beau avoir la motivation et la détermination mais si je n'avais pas la Santé, je serais incapab... read more

Merci Marie Dominique. J'ai beau avoir la motivation et la détermination mais si je n'avais pas la Santé, je serais incapable de rouler à ce rythme. Avoir la santé, c'est un privilège, un cadeau de la Vie. Je me sens "vivant" quand je suis sur mes vélos. Quoi de mieux et de plus grand?

The People’s Food Co-op (PFC [address removed]) has, since its inception, supported a way of life that includes and promotes practical cycling. For many years the PFC has sold (for $5 no less!) an... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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first_301358 last_301358 Thank you bicyclebenefits dot org

Thank you bicyclebenefits dot org

Better late than never, but was good to do. 129km in a day.

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first_169068 last_169068 Great effort!

Great effort!

The Everyday Cycling Fife campaign launched at Tree in the Park on Saturday, 25th May, to encourage Fifers to get out on their bikes for everyday journeys.
Getting more people out of cars and o... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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Le vélo a toujours été pour moi une source de recueillement et souvent individuelle. Je réalise combien de partager ces moments avec la famille est d’autant plus grandissant et inspirant! Un été qu... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Have to admit the last 5.3 miles were the hardest when I added up the miles and was short of a challenge trophy.
I just had to find a reason to ride out again. My excuse to my self was I had no... read more

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The Falls of Feugh in Banchory Aberdeenshire......

Venturing off-road to the Falls of Feugh in Banchory, Scotland, offers a thrilling journey through rugged terrain and stunning landscapes... read more

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Shona Park Your cycling stories are lovely! So well written and engaging. Thanks for sharing :)

Your cycling stories are lovely! So well written and engaging. Thanks for sharing :)

first_704356 last_704356 Thank you so much :)

Thank you so much :)

I bought my cargo bike (actually a trike) a couple of years ago now, and use it for the weekly shop and anytyelse I need to carry something bigger around locally. We have a great shared use cycle ... read more

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Shona Park This is such a great example of how useful and enjoyable the cargo bike is! Thanks for sharing Colin. :)

This is such a great example of how useful and enjoyable the cargo bike is! Thanks for sharing Colin. :)

On Friday, October 11th, we embarked on a 92-mile cycling adventure from Barry Island Station to Sharpness, united by a common cause – to support the Save Tall Ship Tenacious campaign and inspire i... read more

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I work as a P.E teacher in Kilmarnock and I first heard about Love to Ride from the East Ayrshire Council website. I've been a recreational cyclist since I was a boy but got my Boardman road bike f... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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I love riding my bike, my first ride was when i was around six, I remember jumping on my older sister's new bike. we lived in a court and my Mum let us ride to the halfway point, of course this bik... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Just replaced my chain and rear cassette. A big shout out to Andy at bike space, and Evo cycles on Vivian, for help, advice and parts. It's now running sweet for my daily commute.

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Biketober is off! The outside racks were packed all day at Council House 2!

Topic: My commute by bike

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Over the last 5 years, I have been diagnosed with several disabilities which cause chronic fatigue, excessive daytime sleepiness, and chronic pain. I struggled to work 8 hours, walk less than a blo... read more

A Sunday bike ride with the view of the Pacific Ocean.

Lael Wilcox is an elite ultra long distance cyclist who has just completed a world record ride around the world, finishing in 108 days, 12 minutes and 12 seconds!

I rode with Lael from Rid... read more

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What a fantastic way to start Cycle September! A 30 minute cycle in the rain... surely it can only get better from here 🤞

After attending some intro to mountain biking skill courses during the summer holidays (provided by cycle station, darvel) my 9 year old son was keen to continue.
This morning I strapped the bi... read more

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I managed to sneak out and purchase a new bike which landed me in the dog house (luckily, I found the exit, thanks to a surprise cooked dinner and some extra chores done).

I rode from my w... read more

Growing up in the 1950s, cycling was an integral part of a child's everyday life. It was the mode of transportation to school, friends' houses, sports activities, and the shops. When the weather wa... read more

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My favourite place to ride is the outer Hebrides and every year they hold the Herculean Sportive . This covers 100 miles and is over 5 islands accessible by causeways.. it is the most beautiful p... read more

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first_713808 last_713808 I cycled the Hebridean Way in 1988 and it was stunning then as an Australian cycling tourist

I cycled the Hebridean Way in 1988 and it was stunning then as an Australian cycling tourist

In May, my family and I rode to Rugby station from our home 12 miles away and caught the train to London to get the Caledonian Sleeper to Fort William. We spent a fabulous car free week there!

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May is Bike Month 2024 was so much fun. My husband’s workplace in Sacramento had an organized May is Bike Month competition, and he encouraged me to take part in Bike Month too, despite the fact th... read more

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first_565645 last_565645 Congrats! What a cute bike. Well deserved for all the pedaling you did!

Congrats! What a cute bike. Well deserved for all the pedaling you did!

Christian L Congratulations and what a cool bike you won! Sounds like the perfect match

Congratulations and what a cool bike you won! Sounds like the perfect match

first_417846 last_417846 So glad you love the bike! The SABA team secured that as a grand prize because they loved it, so it's good to hear you feel... read more

So glad you love the bike! The SABA team secured that as a grand prize because they loved it, so it's good to hear you feel the same :)

first_572457 last_572457 Congrats! Love your story and the bike! 🚲

Congrats! Love your story and the bike! 🚲

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Great to be back in the saddle after being knocked off the bike feels great .

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There's no better feeling than passing all of the endless queues of stationery vehicles in St Helier , caught up in the constant roadworks and closures .

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We decided to cycle The Hebridean Way this year and use public transport to get to and from the start.
We had pre-booked the train from Dyce to Oban and 18 tickets to proof it (for 2 of us)!read more

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Shona Park Sounds like an awesome trip and lovely to meet some happy cyclists on the way (ie Happy Welsh girl! :) ) Thanks for sharing

Sounds like an awesome trip and lovely to meet some happy cyclists on the way (ie Happy Welsh girl! :) ) Thanks for sharing

On May 19 I went to the Modesto porch fest and rode to listen to different bands with me. I encouraged my friends to join us but didn’t want to go at first but they changed their minds so they rode... read more

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Enjoying the efficient bike circles (aka roundabouts) on the campus of UC Davis.

It's been a few years since I first saw the insane rail road tunnel online for the first time and I thought that'd be so cool to go there some time but at the same time it felt so far away. For the... read more

first_507630 last_507630 oooooop can't edit can I ooh well : it's the Brushy Mountain Tunnel @ X2FP+7M Rockmart, Georgia

oooooop can't edit can I ooh well : it's the Brushy Mountain Tunnel @ X2FP+7M Rockmart, Georgia

first_507630 last_507630 33.9731623,-84.9632902

33.9731623,-84.9632902

I've always loved riding bikes, but after retiring in 2020 I took bike riding to another level. I live out in the country away from city traffic so getting on my bike each morning and taking a rid... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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Our bayou trails have lots of underpasses to cross big roads. And they’re great .. no stopping .. no cars .. and a quick ride downhill.

But after heavy rains low spots can have mud or dirt... read more

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first_318813 last_318813 Been there, done that. Hope you didn't get hurt.

Been there, done that. Hope you didn't get hurt.

We're working on building self-confidence and I think bike riding is a great addition to our parenting tool bag!!

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Here's my story: I just tore my derailleur to shreds.

I know, it's not much of a story. But it leads to an important question... Does anybody have a recommendation for repair work in North... read more

first_653512 last_653512 Natomas Bike Shop

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