I first started cycling in 2007, riding casually with occasional longer rides. Most of my rides were 20–50 km, with my longest around 78 km, I rode 1–2 times per week. It was enjoyable, but climbin... read more
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I live in Aberdeen
I started cycling again during the pandemic to compliment my running when sources of enjoyment & activity were reduced, it took off from there!
My favourite thing abo... read more
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I encouraged everyone to ride a bike, in all weather. Bike riding helps clear your mind and provides a calm, peaceful feeling, which supports overall health, particularly brain health. Focusing on... read more
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A few years ago l collapsed on my bicycle and ended up with a triple heart bypass. I am now back as a volunteer rider for Cycling UK in Aberdeen.
I take people on small rides to give them ... read more
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For years I refused to ride a bike. It was a mixture of defiance and embarrassment that kept me feeling more independent clinging to the wheel of a car. A few months ago I made the decision to lear... read more
Kelpies to Charlestown: A Climate-Friendly Cycling Adventure
As part of the Fife Climate Festival, a group of 11 enthusiastic people took on a scenic and sustainable cycle journey from th... read more
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Having now completed the 8000km ride, just want to try and encourage anyone who has struggled to get further or farther is my 8000km started in Covid riding one loop of the 32Km cycle route around ... read more
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We’re a small but mighty crew who love to ride and we’re inviting YOU to join the fun! Every Wednesday, we roll out from Holland Park along the V1, picking up legends along the way. 🚴♂️💨
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I’ve been riding for many years, and it’s an integral part of me. I love exploring new places and meeting new people while riding. I run a small YouTube channel that documents some of my rides, and... read more
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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
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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
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I’m Niall, originally from Ireland, but I’ve been living in East Renfrewshire for the past 14 years. I’ve always enjoyed being active, and cycling has become a big part of my routine—whether it's f... read more
Today, Sunday, and this morning‘s ride through Corralitos Ca. The sunshine the fresh air and the alluring smell of apple cider as I ride through the dormant apple orchards eminently prompting a fee... read more
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For those of us living in the proximity of the Bristol Channel, one fascinating opportunity is to cross the Severn Bridge via the shared footpath/cycle path, parallel to the M48 motorway. This is t... read more
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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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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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Pouring rain we left the airport area and did the whole ride!
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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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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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I enjoy getting as many people to ride as much as possible
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My name is Tony, I’m from Salford and moved to Blackpool a few years ago to be near
family. I’ve been a cyclist for years and love to cycle whenever I get the chance! I
regularly take my li... read more
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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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Pedal the way up
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A bit of a shameless work plug but a great initiative!
Lang Toun Cycles, based in Kirkcaldy, Fife, has launched a new e-bike subscription service to make it easier for people in Fife to ge... read more
Our 2026 season started with a great group of 19 riders to explore The William Morris Museum in Waltham Forest and the nearby Wetlands nature reserve. We run 20-25 rides a year and encourage famili... read more
It’s Christmas. And what do we always do at Christmas? – over-indulge! I find the best way to clear the mind of its post-Christmas fog; to detox all the rubbish I have consumed; to get fresh air i... read more
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I love being off road in the countryside and commenced a DIY C2C mainly off road via Solway Firth/The Wall/Forest/Tyne in the summer. Unfortunately I had to halt at Hexham to return to Preston &... read more
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I received my September roundup from Love to Ride this morning and I was pleasantly surprised to note that my number of 'cycling trips' were up 115% and 'cycling miles' up by 205% Wow! - I thought ... read more
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We've created a fun little graphic on the kitchen whiteboard to entice colleagues to join our ride through Biketober! Hopefully the FOMO factor kicks in and more team mates get pedalling!
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If you don’t have a bike, it’s hard to give bike commuting a try. But in west Houston's Energy Corridor, we’ve got a fix for that!
You can borrow a full bike commuting kit, including a hel... read more
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We are now looking forward to our 3rd Cycle event around Droitwich Spa. This brings together local community cycling and aims to improve the local cycling infrastructure. All are welcome to join ou... read more
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Logan's biggest eco event is on Sunday 1 June 2025!
This free, family-friendly festival is all about environmental conservation, sustainability, and the wonder of nature.
Don’t miss your ... 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
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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
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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
Isn't it interesting that, in sports-mad New Zealand, many people think it's absurd to get on a bike and ride three blocks to the dairy, when you could just drive? I mean, who would do that?!
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The dormant trees, the fallen leaves, the sun piercing through the winter sky , oh the energy the feeling we share electrifying the light in me. To Avalon my bicycle has taken me, the virtuous feel... read more
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I live in Galston, a town in East Ayrshire, Scotland. I first learned to ride a bike, at aged 4.
Gaining independence throughout the years then beginning riding to school, cycling to friends' h... read more
Récemment pationné de vélo, je décide de me lancer et de formé une équipe de 6 afin de participé à l événement. Cyclistes occasionnels tout comme débutants, qui se magasinaient un vélo encore 6 sem... read more
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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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I wanted to encourage more members of my team to ride for Cycle September as well as build up my own miles. I cycle small distances for transport but haven't been out on a longer ride for ages. We... read more
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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
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Many former railway lines in North East England have been converted to paths for cycling and walking. This is an old rail map from the railway station at Beamish, superimposed with a nearly traffic... read more
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Ride a bike rain or shine..hehehe
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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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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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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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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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Life better in the morning rides because I get to take in the Freemont bridge view of the water and the rowers. Early morning calm waters and depending on the time of year I get to see the sun rise... read more
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