I'm glad I got to go out and see things I've never seen during the scav (the amphitheater at market creekside was really cool) but everyone else looks like they are having so much more fun with the... read more

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I did not think I was competitive, but now realise I am a bit. 3 older brothers, youngest and only girl. Completing the March challenge during lockdown, with an aging body and bike (30 years ol... read more

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first_497798 last_497798 Well done! Keep going and catch them up☺️

Well done! Keep going and catch them up☺️

first_549506 last_549506 girls are just as good as the lads just the lad often have the best bike that makes them look better

girls are just as good as the lads just the lad often have the best bike that makes them look better

A couple of months ago I was commuting by bike to work, about 7 miles there. I got a flat tire on my ride, and I had no idea how to fix it. I had a spare tube in my bad and I started watching a you... read more

Last spin today for the 'Ride it out'.
Big thumbs up for all participants from me and thanks to NSC for the logistics and organising the good weather!

Though an injury has kept me from riding for some time, your self-guided tours and scavenger hunts have motivated me to get back on my saddle and start riding again, striving to go a little bit far... read more

I never set out to become a bike advocate. It was not in my plan, or even realm of thought when I decided to see if I could do a triathlon and got my first road bike (first bike ever in decades, ac... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Closed out Women's History Month with an all-about-sisterhood-solidarity ride around the Rogers' Railyard Loop! No one left behind, casual pace, all bikes were welcome. Kids and families too!
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So good to be able to ride in good weather again. Hope that others have (re-) discovered cycling over the past year.

I had an urgent package that needed to be in Liverpool that day. I contemplated a courier service and then my inherent reluctance to spend money kicked in. I am a Black Country Mon and we don't par... read more

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first_497798 last_497798 Good work! It is these mad ideas that make life interesting!

Good work! It is these mad ideas that make life interesting!

first_447195 last_447195 I can vouch for the rock slides near Market Drayton. Some lovely stretches of countryside here.

I can vouch for the rock slides near Market Drayton. Some lovely stretches of countryside here.

I am loving getting out and riding my bike, you see so many things you don't notice when in a car, especially when participating in the latest Scavenger hunt. This is my 3rd one and I love it. I lo... read more

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I added a set of bike lights to my bike, front and back so I can continue to ride even if it gets dark while I am out riding.
#BikeLightsAtNigh

first_539213 last_539213 #bikeLightsAtNight I have a large light attached to my backpack that can be set to be one or to blink. I have multiple refl... read more

#bikeLightsAtNight I have a large light attached to my backpack that can be set to be one or to blink. I have multiple reflectors in the front and a light as well.

Out for a Saturday ride with my Diverge to enjoy another beautiful San Diego day. #bikelove

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While riding my bicycle recently, my pedals were wobbling from side to side indicating to me that the bottom bracket bearing had worn out. I told my husband and he said ‘I’ll change it, how hard c... read more

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first_541069 last_541069 What a great story, I'm glad it's not just me that is frustrated by inanimate objects! 10/10 for persistence.

What a great story, I'm glad it's not just me that is frustrated by inanimate objects! 10/10 for persistence.

Managed it this week!
Cheddar Gorge, Bleadon Hill and Burrington Coombe.

I hadn’t ridden a bike in years. Then, when COVID hit, I needed to get out of the house. I’ve been borrowing a friends bike for a year, and it’s been great! I love getting out and exploring San Die... read more

first_475869 last_475869 #bikeSoutheasternSD

#bikeSoutheasternSD

I used to ride my bicycle a lot when I was younger. While I was in college, my dad sold my bike. I never looked into buying another one until recently. I have a lot of friends who ride and they hav... read more

There once was a cyclist who liked to "Ride Free",
Always stopped halfway for cake and coffee.
He was always seen
on his "freedom Machine",
and that cyclist that loved to ride, was ... read more

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first_378733 last_378733 I'd pack your bags 😎

I'd pack your bags 😎

first_380994 last_380994 Panniers packed a long time ago!

Panniers packed a long time ago!

At the end of the workday, down to the valley to tackle the climb back over the top of the hill. Almost got up it in time for the sunset.
#RideFree

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During these difficult times it’s way to think you can’t have adventure. Proof this is not true is right here, last night I left home after work on a ride at around Ten o’clock, slept under the sta... read more

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I have cycled some new routes recently and have been looking for small country lanes and roads that link to old routes trying to avoid busy roads and traffic. I have cycled some beautiful countrysi... read more

I had lots of adventure plans for last year which sadly did not happen. Was feeling a bit low with the lockdown. So packed up my bike with my new lightweight camping gear, which was feeling sad at ... read more

first_156502 last_156502 The Tendering peninsular is lovely for a ride.

The Tendering peninsular is lovely for a ride.

I have strip lights to be seen I have been hit numerous times so I make sure they see me

#BikeLightsAtNight

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first_518941 last_518941 Lights, lots of lights. And *blinking* lights. This is important. "Still" lights can be interpreted as stationary by ina... read more

Lights, lots of lights. And *blinking* lights. This is important. "Still" lights can be interpreted as stationary by inattentive drivers. I use blinking lights on my helmet front and rear. Also a bright front in light and blinking rear light on the bike. Enhance with reflective tape on the rear frame, the back of your shoes and pedals if you can. And light bright/white colors for your kit! Bee seen!

Set out this morning on my challenge to ride my longest ride 50 miles in a single activity. Packed lunch, bottles of water and an afternoon treat Eccles Cake.
Heading out of the city towards th... read more

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Setting off from Shipley Country Park Visitor Centre down and over the lovely canal bridge on the Erewash Canal (1) at the Bridge Inn, then following the Erewash Valley Trail path over to the Notti... read more

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first_372333 last_372333 Thank you for sharing, that sounds like a very well deserved hot chocolate!

Thank you for sharing, that sounds like a very well deserved hot chocolate!

first_522760 last_522760 Sounds similar to routes I have taken this week but slightly different how many miles is this route?

Sounds similar to routes I have taken this week but slightly different how many miles is this route?

first_430321 last_430321 Around 26 - 28 miles

Around 26 - 28 miles

first_486801 last_486801 I cycled round Shipley park and nutbush trail a few times. Is a lovely route. Can get all down to attenbourgh nature reserv... read more

I cycled round Shipley park and nutbush trail a few times. Is a lovely route. Can get all down to attenbourgh nature reserve down the area at canal which is a good day out.

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Sycamore Gap is a special place, so special that thousands of people around the world visit.
But not on my cycle ride to visit this special place, the Sill was closed the military road was felt... read more

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Because we #lovetoride

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first_516272 last_516272 this looks like the netherlands!!

this looks like the netherlands!!

I got my Diamondback Outlook as a gift in 1996! We have logged many miles together, including a tour across the state of Pennsylvania (I completed about 375 miles of it over seven days.)

H... read more

first_516272 last_516272 Mr. Leibrant...I do not know you personally, but there is a street here in Santa Cruz, CA with your last name! ( and, it’s ... read more

Mr. Leibrant...I do not know you personally, but there is a street here in Santa Cruz, CA with your last name! ( and, it’s on the way to the Boardwalk, if it helps!)

Hi, having recently parted ways with my Boardman hybrid comp I acquired a Voodoo Hoodoo off my Son.
Whilst I had an old 2000's 26" MTB, the Voodoo is amazing and has lifted my spirits when it c... read more

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I was reading about riding safety in the dark, and lots of people said that we are very good a recognising and seeing faces, so I thought I would combine this idea with reflective details.
Wi... read more

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first_213759 last_213759 what a great idea :)

what a great idea :)

It's hard to believe that it's been a year since the COVID pandemic "started". Like most people, I picked up cycling (again) during this time as a way to exercise since workout and fitness centers ... read more

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#BikeLove my husband and I fixed up our bikes during quarantine and started going on long bike rides on the weekends. I'm currently training for a century!

I've had my eye on a steep hill route since last year. I dreaded and anticipated it with eagerness and fear. I didn't expect to make it on the first attempt, but I did it! I'm in shock and awe!

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Yesterday we were officially allowed to meet up with one other household outdoors, so we jumped on our tandem (Child 1 on crossbar seat in front of me and Child 2 pedalling at the back) for a 10 mi... read more

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This year was my first scavenger hunt and I love that I did it with my swole sisters. Getting together to ride Southeastern San Diego was a great adventure. #bikeSoutheasternsd

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Morrison Pond, nestled along the Sweetwater River is hands down one of my favorite routes in San Diego! Although it is situated in Bonita, it is so close to Southeast San Diego, Spring Valley and s... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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#RideFree | First time in the office this year and delighted that it was also my first time on the hilly 25km ride that I was commuting together with my youngest, now at school in Sheffield too for... read more

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Out for a Saturday ride with my Diverge to enjoy another beautiful San Diego day. #bikelove

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My bike is a custom sport Nishiki road bike that used to be my mom's bike (she bought it new in 1981) that came with me when I moved to San Diego for grad school. I rode it all the time from my apa... read more

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first_544190 last_544190 @Sylvie yes! I forgot to put the #bikelove in there and didn't see how to edit it without deleting it, but it is indeed for... read more

@Sylvie yes! I forgot to put the #bikelove in there and didn't see how to edit it without deleting it, but it is indeed for the prize drawing.

I use to live on the second floor of a huge apartment complex. For a short time period, I would lug a huge mountain bike up and down the stairs just to bike at dawn. I loved the quiet of the neighb... read more

A bike ride with my kids is almost always a way to improve our mood. Check out this smile!

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Can you believe on my day off work I end up cycling to the office? I am very lucky to have a quiet beautiful route to commute, through a nature reserve, following a river peddling along a canal an... read more

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Been lucky to work from home during the pandemic, but really look foreword to being able to #RideFree after a day of sitting at my desk

Hi There,
I'd like to share this circular route, as lots of people in Manchester and Stockport will love it. It takes in part of the Trans-Pennine Trail, Fallowfield loop and Peak Forest Canal,... read more

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first_259697 last_259697 Hello, any chance you can send me the website link? Thanks

Hello, any chance you can send me the website link? Thanks

first_348877 last_348877 Hi Luke I didn't find it on a web site, but put it together by looking at maps. It may be tricky to see some of the joining... read more

Hi Luke I didn't find it on a web site, but put it together by looking at maps. It may be tricky to see some of the joining lefts and rights between the main three parts. Give me a shout if you have any questions. Happy riding!

first_521319 last_521319 Unfortunately i dont seem to be able to expand the map big enough to read it on my pc. I dont suppose you have it as a GPX ... read more

Unfortunately i dont seem to be able to expand the map big enough to read it on my pc. I dont suppose you have it as a GPX file do you Anthony?

first_348877 last_348877 Hi Martin! Yes I do. How can I get it to you? BW Tony

Hi Martin! Yes I do. How can I get it to you? BW Tony

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Always find getting out on the bike and taking in an awesome sunset does wonders for the mind.

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first_540710 last_540710 That looks amazing.

That looks amazing.

first_344514 last_344514 Thanks :-)

Thanks :-)

Taking my own breakfast and detouring off my usual beaten track. Gradually gaining more confidence :-)

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first_540710 last_540710 I do this a lot, nothing like a breakfast or lunch sat next to your bike so mewhere. Have fun

I do this a lot, nothing like a breakfast or lunch sat next to your bike so mewhere. Have fun

first_494167 last_494167 I agree nothing like a snack with nature I take binoculars to look at the birds too.

I agree nothing like a snack with nature I take binoculars to look at the birds too.

first_213759 last_213759 I always take a bring and snack if feels like a proper outing then!

I always take a bring and snack if feels like a proper outing then!

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We love our electric bikes. Yesterday we cycled 35 hilly miles round trip, with a very large heavy fruit cake and picnic lunch for 4, to surprise my Dad for his 87th Birthday. We have done 1000... read more

Set out this morning on my challenge to ride my longest ride 50 miles in a single activity. Packed lunch, bottles of water and an afternoon treat Eccles Cake.
Heading out of the city towards th... read more

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I have been working for Royal Mail during the pandemic. I cycle at work each day, saving money, reducing congestion and keeping healthy. #RideFree

Topic: My commute by bike

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Over lockdown I've done one too many local walks, so it was exciting to make a plan with my new ebike to go further afield. We had driven to Hyde Hall in Essex but it looked manageable by ebike fro... read more

From home in Oakwood, Derby to Swan Lake in West Hallam then follow the route along the Erewash canal to Trent Lock amazing scenery you feel you are abroad on holiday and mostly on the level. Loads... read more

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