Riding a bike is doable, actually?
I started commuting by bike at uni because the buses were expensive and unreliable. 15 years later and I still commute to work by bike every day. I encouraged my housemate to start cycling. He's ve... read more
I started commuting by bike at uni because the buses were expensive and unreliable. 15 years later and I still commute to work by bike every day. I encouraged my housemate to start cycling. He's ve... read more
Car Free June day 28 - I've had an interesting month leaving the car behind and using a combination of bike and train to get about and get to work. Here are some findings:
1. Total km cycl... read more
Yesterday was excellent, weather, fun, scenery, type one fun. We cycled from Cambridge, to Wicken Fen on to the lcknield way through Cavenham heath, Kings Forest and on to Knettershall Heath where ... read more
I work in the Centre of Cambridge, 8am- 4pm Monday to Friday. I used to drive everyday from my home in Haverhill to my work. Leaving work at 4pm it used to take me 25 minutes to cover 2.8 miles thr... read more
I have cycled for years but only bikepacked serious the last three years. The routes l do are all in the UK and are usually around 200-400 miles long. Its something I love to do and wanted to take ... read more
I moved to Cambridge over ten years ago. The thing I love about Cambridge is I can cycle everywhere. It's funny when I have to walk and it seems to take forever especially on the routes that I usua... read more
My journey has been a difficult one, and one in which I have learnt a lot about myself both mentally and physically.
My boundless amounts of positivity have always turned the frequent dow... read more
I had the privilege to bike ride and see some of the beautiful sights in Interlaken, Switzerland in June 2024. Bike riding provides a unique experience enabling you to be more in touch with your s... read more
I moved to Cambridge in 1999 as a young adult, and after commuting by bus for a while I switched to cycling, and have been a transport cyclist ever since. When I had a baby I stopped cycling for a ... read more
It was a Sunday the local Cycling UK (CTC) ride day. The weather was cold, but I decided to go to the ride start point. At the start point there were only three riders out of an average of 12-16 ri... read more
Having just visited Copenhagen for a short break, I was enamoured, and slightly envious of the seamless and innovative cycle infrastructure available in Denmark's capital, Copenhagen - one of the "... read more
Today the early help hub attended the our conversation conference. It was decided that we would commute as a group, which was an thoroughly enjoyable and team building experience! Both experienced ... read more
During a visit to London on Saturday, 29th April 2023, I happened to witness a quirky sight. A mass of dapperly dressed men, women, and children cycling through the city streets, only to discover t... read more
I ride for many reasons: health, planet protection, savings, ease of parking. Today I woke up early and rode to REI for their sponsored bike2work day. Why wouldnāt I? There was Matt Miller and oth... read more
I commissioned my artist daughter Quinn Moody to create a bike poster that people can use to promote biking. So far is is being used in Oregon and Washington. If you want the same poster with your ... read more
I've been encouraged by a colleague to get my bike out of the garage. I'm aiming to cycle to work one day a week this bike month. So far so good, I've done two rides and have the other two planned ... read more
There is nothing more beautiful than cycling in a sunny spring morning by the country lanes on the way to work and listening to the birds singing. This is one of my favourite times of de year, the ... read more
My first experience riding Ragbrai! It was a thrill to ride with thousands of people on the highways of Iowa! It started off foggy but the ride was beautiful! Iām getting excited for this yearās r... read more
I love to ride, but hate the rain. Unfortunately, I live in one of the wettest places in the United States. When I wore out my road bike that I rode since 1993, I was looking for a new one. I set m... read more
I started biking to grocery shop in 1979 when I moved to Santa Cruz. I've since shopped by pedal power and electric power first to the Westside Coop, then Community Foods, New Leaf and finally Staf... read more
I use elastic cords to secure loads. When I popped over the the grocery store with a short list, but got a longer list called in from headquarters, I was able to scrounge packaging and use my bung... read more
After having a new hip installed in November I was nervous about getting back on my bike. I was terrified of falling over suddenly, not that I do that often lol!
But today marked the first... read more
Reporting live from the Arthurs Point Bike Bus inaugural ride... 15 energetic kids, six adults and one amazing Bike Bus Leader travelled in two-wheeled style this morning. From Arthurs Point to Que... read more
Exercise is great for my mental health. When I am having particular difficult days, taking the scenic route back home (i.e. from the CBD around the bays and Miramar Peninsula to the south coast) is... read more
Iām Niall, originally from Ireland, but Iāve been living in East Renfrewshire for the past 14 years. Iāve always enjoyed being active, and cycling has become a big part of my routineāwhether it's f... read more
Yesterday we went for a bike ride as part of our team meeting. We have many new starts and are encouraging them to Love to Ride.
Greener Kirkcaldy and Langtoun cycles are working hard to ... read more
I commissioned my artist daughter Quinn Moody to create a bike poster that people can use to promote biking. So far is is being used in Oregon and Washington. If you want the same poster with you... read more
Always thought it was a long hard climb, but with the Chappie parking lot empty I decided to give it a try when I wouldn't be in anyone's way... nice steady climb actually! Picked my gear and just ... read more
when you boring- ride Polly,
when your day making you sad -ride Polly,
when people want to close your road-ride Polly,
when sun is going out- ride Polly,
when shower on your arm-rid... read more
About seventy years ago I cycled to school most days - three miles each way. About 75 years ago I rode a tricycle.
My world has gone full circle and I now ride a trike again but just two or th... read more
After a 10k run last night I wavered several times this morning before committing to riding to work this morning.
Iāve set myself the goal of 8 transport bike journeyās through May and I didnāt... read more
Do you get frustrated with traffic?
Take full control of your commute and cycle!
Avoid that traffic, arrive to work feeling refreshed and ready to start your day on the front fo... read more
Last Thursday, my office held our annual Earth Day event. This year, I was inspired to get involved and help organize the event. I got connected with other cyclists at work and started planning for... read more
I was really itching for a long ride the other day, but I only had short window of time. Luckily there was a really strong, steady wind that day. I had a strong tailwind at the start of the ride, s... read more
Whilst the trend for folks of a certain age, my age, is to go e-bike. Iāve gone the other way, I have reverted to being seven year old and thrashing around the streets on a Singlespeed bike⦠thatās... read more
Set myself a challenge to ride around Lake Ellesmere. Looked at how often it is open to the sea to make sure I could cross. Set out early on a Sat from Lincoln and going great guns until towards th... read more
For rookie riders like me, well-marked cycle lanes are a lifesaverābecause letās be real, learning to pedal in the chaos of Wellington traffic is basically an extreme sport š This route? A beginner... read more