Verhalen uit Friesland

Lees verhalen van andere deelnemers en laat je inspireren! Deel ook jouw fietsverhaal om anderen te motiveren om op de fiets te stappen.

Verhalen over de hele wereld

Image for story Away at last

Away at last

Following on from health issues whilst not technically 'shielding' I have been more than socially distancing. So really happy for a change of scene, if not a change of company, last week and a chan... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Liverpool to Leeds Canal

I'm a member of a group that organises walks, bike rides etc. and they advertised a Liverpool to Leeds canal bike ride. As I live not too far from the canal and use it often I thought it would be ... lees meer

Topic: Ander

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#ExploreByBike

Gradually working my way through the various "100 Cycling Climbs " challenges on Strava/Veloviewer. I'm not that fast but I am quite stubborn (!) and often end up wheeling my bike up the steeper gr... lees meer

Topic: Een fijne fiets-herinnering

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#ExploreByBike

Great weather to #ExploreByBike, first ride down the southern coast, and #ExploreByBike beautiful towns and villages.

Topic: Bike Challenge verhaal

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Image for story Safer bike lanes please!

Safer bike lanes please!

I am thankful for the new bike lanes on Harbor Drive, allowing me to social distance and bike fast on my commute to the pottery studio in Liberty Station!

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Image for story I’m 10 again!

I’m 10 again!

Like many fifty something year olds I had not ridden a bike since school days so when my husband (a keen rider) and I stumbled upon a second hand Batribike (electric bike) perfect for me (I have mo... lees meer

Topic: De eerste keer op de fiets in jaren

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Image for story 2000 Miles

2000 Miles

Last year in May, I decided that I did not not want to ride to work anymore and bought an electric bike. In that time I have gone down to a one-car family. I just hit 2000 miles on my bike. That is... lees meer

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Image for story My new commute

My new commute

I have moved house during the lockdown and now my commute is a bit more scenic than the canals of West London...

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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#ExploreByBike

Without much I thought I agreed to do a bike ride that would be different and a challenge. My birthday was just a few weeks away and it would be the beginning of a new decade for me 😟
The ride... lees meer

Topic: Bike Challenge verhaal

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Cycle around Blaise Estate and the Hazel Brook

I went around Blaise Castle Estate after cycling there via the Henbury Lodge entrance. This takes you past the Timber Lodge and Wood,an’s cottage. You can then visit the House, and cycle all the wa... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Thinking Back!

Thinking Back!

When I was a kid, I used to ride around on a bicycle and put models together. Now that I am an Old Dude [threescore and seven] soon to be eight. I ride around on a bicycle and put models together! ... lees meer

Topic: Een fijne fiets-herinnering

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Is your Group missing from Results rankings?

If your group's profile didn't have a location filled in, it's data (riders, rides, trips, and miles) is probably floating out in LaLa land. If you are the Admin for your group, please go in and se... lees meer

Topic: Ander

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Image for story Carrington Moss

Carrington Moss

Being a Nurse needed to spend this Era looking after my physical and mental health. Have lived in the area for many years and never have taken the time out to cycle this beautiful green space. It... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story #ExploreByBike

#ExploreByBike

The Covid-19 situation has been the only reason I have ended up finding a new and picturesque route between Helmshore in Rossendale and Stubbins near Ramsbottom. I have since found out that it is ... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Helping out the struggling charities - Guide Dogs for the Blind

Helping out the struggling charities - Guide Dogs for the Blind

100 for Guide Dogs is a challenge where the participant can choose to Run100, Cycle100 or Swim100 between 1 July and 30 November. For the cycling event the individual can choose how they want to co... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story I found the poppy field!

I found the poppy field!

Out riding on my cyclocross bike one day I saw a red field in the distance which I suspected was a big field of poppies. The next time I went out it was my mission to find that poppy field... which... lees meer

Topic: Een fijne fiets-herinnering

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Image for story Perfect camping spot during a Land's End to John o'Groats trip

Perfect camping spot during a Land's End to John o'Groats trip

I think many of us have that dream of the perfect adventure cycle: a ride into the sunset to a wild camping spot miles away from anyone else. Well, I have to say most of my Land's End to John o'Gro... lees meer

Topic: Een fijne fiets-herinnering

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#ExploreByBike

love cycling in London, my favourite route is from Kew bridge to Walton on Thames on the Towpath. Perfect escape from London busy roads :)

Topic: Ander

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NHS Volunteer Responder

As a NHS Volunteer Responder during this Covid 19 crisis I have been using my bicycle to collect prescriptions from the two chemists in South Molton Devon and deliver to vunerable persons who have ... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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St Philips Greenway

Coming back from an appointment at The Paintworks on Bath Rd to Bedminster I discovered I could get straight onto St Philips Greenway and ride alongside the River Avon for half the journey. A very... lees meer

Topic: Ander

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Image for story Meeting midway

Meeting midway

Meeting midway is about visiting more distant friends safely. We get social again, planning to meet-up & picnic in unfamiliar territory. Our two brothers travel by bike to meet for the first ti... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Central Bedfordshire has so much to offer

Bedfordshire is Redford with bridle and permissive paths which are great for gravel and mountain biking. They can be used to get to and from spectacular bike parks and exclusive mountain biking ter... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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A trip around the Avon cycle way

After being in lockdown & isolation for 3 months my friend & I both in our sixties decided to plan an epic cycle to celebrate our release. We chose to complete a full loop of the Avon cycle... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Exploring forgotten trails

Exploring forgotten trails

In an attempt to social distance away from busy roads and routes I looked at the map and planned a route down some bridleways I'd not explored before. Had to deal with a very overgrown route at tim... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Exploring the local area

While being confined to the area around my home on the edge of Bristol has been a great excuse to explore. From the cycle path taking a slightly different exit i have discovered the common at mango... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Dartmoor riding

Dartmoor riding

I usually ride out on Dartmoor all year round in all weathers but I have never tried doing a ride with a bivi under the stars.
I decided I would go for it last weekend and it did not disappoint... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story #Explorebybike

#Explorebybike

I love it up on this old moorland track, the Salter Fell Roman Road. It runs from near Lancaster to Slaidburn. Even on busy days when tourist spots are teeming with people, there's hardly ever anyo... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story Eric gets some PPE

Eric gets some PPE

Early one morning whilst out for an early morning pootle along Morecambe Prom (deservedly popular with all types of cyclists), I spotted that even our Eric Morecambe statue was sporting some PPE. W... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Sun Prairie, Wisconsin

Sun Prairie, Wisconsin

With the COVID Quarantine, it's been a couch potato spring for me. I finally decided I needed to get back on the bike and explore Sun Prairie. I told Linda (wife) I was headed out for a ride. I ... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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No need to rush

Working less hours as my bank is open for less time.
Keeping safe whilst commuting by cycling more regularly and taking the slow route through the marshes.
Bonus of seeing the ducklings and... lees meer

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Image for story Fruit loops

Fruit loops

When riding to work, some days the wind is at your back...and other days you squish your banana :(
#RideFitWorth

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Image for story you can too

you can too

In 2014 my wife was diagnosed with diabetes. The next day we went into a bike shop for the first time and we saw the Tour de Cure. Never even knew about it. I was 340 plus pounds and i hadn't been ... lees meer

Topic: Anderen aanmoedigen om te fietsen

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#ExploreByBike

The dark and stormy skies of Dunwich.

Topic: Bike Challenge verhaal

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Bike with Family

We love to ride together as a family. I got stung by a wasp (mile 12) on Trinity trails.

Topic: Ander

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Image for story Just ignore the incline road sign

Just ignore the incline road sign

Especially quiet during the Covid-19: Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story Chef Maria Bikes to Work

Chef Maria Bikes to Work

Another Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes employee trades in her keys for a helmet and commutes to work. Our kitchen Manager, Maria is dedicated to preparing healthy lunches and feeding anyone who n... lees meer

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Rainy Day

Despite the forecast, my daughter and I rode to camp this morning! I'm proud of her for not allowing the rain to scare us off. #FamilyRideFitWorth

Topic: Mijn woon-werk fietsrit

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Image for story Prettyboy Reservoir Ride

Prettyboy Reservoir Ride

It's so great to have access to a magnificent place to ride a bike. This reservoir is a treasure. Traffic is minimal and the hills are awesome (if you like hills and I do).

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story Van Fleet trail, Polk County, FL

Van Fleet trail, Polk County, FL

#ExploreByBike
The Van Fleet trail is a paved rails to trails project that runs from Polk City 28 miles north to the Mabel Road trailhead near Webster, FL. The trail is heavily wooded on both s... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story A New Hobby

A New Hobby


I’ve worked out my whole life but once the gyms were shut down I had to take my workout outdoors. I happen to know some of those crazy cyclists that ride daily and had my indoor bike so I thou... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Always have a biking buddy

Always have a biking buddy

Always have a biking buddy whether its your mum, your child or your cat

I used to ride with my mum and my my best mate when I was a kid (many moons ago and I still have my first bike - a 1... lees meer

Topic: Mijn fiets romance

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Image for story That’s another fine mess...

That’s another fine mess...

Part of the joy of gravel bikes is that you can ride a long distance and still have the capacity to explore. So, ā€œI wonder where...ā€ immediately becomes ā€œLet’s see where... that track/bridleway/gap... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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The big adventure for the family.

During the lock down my two girls age 6 and 10 wanted to go and socially distance visit their grandma. As un necessary car rides were under scrutiny we decided that we could cycle there.
This ... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story #ExploreByBike - Victoria Country Park

#ExploreByBike - Victoria Country Park

After a bad day or a stressful week,
An escape on my bike, I must seek!
Off I head, before it gets dark,
To the Royal Victoria Country Park.
On the way, there are hills so steep -lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story #ExploreByBike River Exe Cycle Trail, Exeter, Devon

#ExploreByBike River Exe Cycle Trail, Exeter, Devon

One of my favourite rides starts not far from Exeter city centre at 'The Quays'. Want to ride with a friend who doesn't own a bike? There's even a cycle hire shop at the start of the route, plus pl... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Eddy

I ride fairly regularly-3 or 4 times a week. I thought l knew my local area.l used to set out on a known route looking to improve my time. Coronovirus lockdown meant events were cancelled. I start... lees meer

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden

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Image for story Truleigh Hill

Truleigh Hill

I live in Hove and there's nothing better than cycling up to Devils Dyke and across to Truleigh Hill. The view off the downs is stunning anyway, but from Truliegh you also get to see the river Adur... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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Image for story A short ride with my son

A short ride with my son

I spend a lot of hours a week on my bike, my son has been asking me to ride on the trails with him recently. I got a hold of a used bike donated by a local bike shop in Tampa (Outspokin Bicycles) t... lees meer

Topic: Een fijne fiets-herinnering

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Wandering

I've been doing early doors rides on Saturdays for a few years (only in the summer, when the weather is ok and family commitments allow) but in the last couple of summers I've switched to heading s... lees meer

Topic: Mijn favoriete fietsplek/route

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#ExploreByBike

rode to park

#ExploreByBike

Topic: Fietsen in corona tijden