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Image for story Try a Better Commute in the Energy Corridor

Try a Better Commute in the Energy Corridor

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... Leer más

Topic: Alentar a otros a montar en bici

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Bike Around the Bay

Bike around the bay 2024

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Image for story Don't Ignore the Symptoms...

Don't Ignore the Symptoms...

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... Leer más

Topic: Otro

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Image for story More to Experience

More to Experience

My commute by bike lets me see the different, the unusual, the overlooked, the bypassed.

This morning the USGS was measuring stream flow on Langham Creek. I was able to stop and watch for... Leer más

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Image for story I never expected to be a 'cyclist'

I never expected to be a "cyclist"

I live in a two person, one cat, zero car household. While I have long had the goal that I want to live my life without relying on a car to move in a city, I always expected that goal would be sati... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

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Need a Bike

We used to have 3 Bike for our family, but during hurricane Harvey, we lost everything due to flooding. I am still looking for a used one. If someone like to sell a used bike with affordable price,... Leer más

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Image for story Bungee Cords: The Good and How the Bad can be Ugly

Bungee Cords: The Good and How the Bad can be Ugly

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... Leer más

Topic: Otro

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Image for story Houston's Multi-modal Trip

Houston's Multi-modal Trip

Visiting Miller Outdoor Theater, seeing Big Boy at Amtrak station, or going to BikeHouston's events from Katy can be achieved easily with bike + express bus. Those are trips that otherwise too far ... Leer más

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

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Image for story I love underpasses BUT….

I love underpasses BUT….

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... Leer más

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Image for story Older, Greener, and (Bike-Only!) Better

Older, Greener, and (Bike-Only!) Better

I have always had a passion for biking and parks. Growing up in Beaumont, I had the privilege of biking to school until ninth grade. Back in the 70s, there was just one bike shop, one bike option (... Leer más

Topic: Mi romance con la bici

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Image for story Car-free in Houston

Car-free in Houston

I remember plotting my move to Houston, from Detroit, and wondering if I could live there sans automobile. After researching, including looking at walkable neighborhoods, bike & bus routes, and... Leer más

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Image for story 18 Years of Commuting in Houston

18 Years of Commuting in Houston

Commuting in Houston
I’ve been commuting to work primarily by bicycle since 2005. Currently I drive my daughter to school and park the car, using my bike to get from there to work. I often run... Leer más

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Historias de todo el mundo

Image for story Photos from Pasadena Bike Month

Photos from Pasadena Bike Month

We had a blast celebrating Pasadena Bike Month in May of 2026!

In Pasadena, CA we had a full month of rides and events, including biking movies, group rides, and learn to ride classes. Th... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

Image for story Bike Month 2026 - A Disaster

Bike Month 2026 - A Disaster

I had intended cycling a lot more this Bike Month 2026, sadly I couldn't find the motivation to get out on the bike until the last week. Various technical problems with both of my bikes and the lac... Leer más

Topic: Mi viaje al trabajo en bicicleta

Image for story The Ultra Duathlon That Tried to Break Me — But Didn’t

The Ultra Duathlon That Tried to Break Me — But Didn’t

After completing the 100km London run on Saturday 9 May, I travelled up to Newcastle to begin the second part of the challenge — cycling to all 20 Premier League stadiums in support of City in the ... Leer más

Topic: Otro

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Image for story My Longest Ride

My Longest Ride

This story begins on the 28th of August 2018 when I was out riding my motorcycle 🏍️ and was hit by a woman who ran a red light 🚦 while texting and driving...I awoke from a coma eight (8) days later... Leer más

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First motorhome trip 2026

Took the motorhome and our bikes to Silverdale for a couple of nights. Rode to Silverdale and to Arnside. Very hilly glad we had electric bikes. Lovely day out.

May on the Burke

Nothing beats Seattle when the sun decides to show up! I spent the day cruising down the Burke-Gilman yesterday, and honestly, the vibe was perfect. The air was warm, the trees were a bright green,... Leer más

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

Image for story Bike Month Challenge 2026

Bike Month Challenge 2026

[Sana Ahmed is UCLA Transportation's Active Transportation Planner.]

Ride Your Way to Wellness During Bike Month at UCLA!

Making headway on mental health can start by simply hopp... Leer más

Topic: Otro

Empowering joy

Total complete genuine and complete the joy I feel as my heart beats faster and as I taste the air the ambiance my bicycle has taken me like the greens of sand on the beach always moving rhythmical... Leer más

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

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Image for story From Biketober to Peaks: My Cycling Journey

From Biketober to Peaks: My Cycling Journey

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... Leer más

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Sorry knees, the work starts here!

Since the age of 12 I biked everywhere, to school, to the scouts, for fun. Then to work and around indoor cycle tracks in the UK. 45 years on, and now living in NZ Christchurch just after the earth... Leer más

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Image for story 100 KM mō Te Reo Māori

100 KM mō Te Reo Māori

Nō te 22 o Pēpuere māua ko tōku hoa a Maaka i eke paihikara ai mō 100 km. I te mau māua i ngā tīhate kaupapa Māori, arā, ko ngā tīhate o Te Kapa Haka o Te Mouri, e kīia ana "Kia kaha te reo Māori".... Leer más

Topic: Una historia del Desafío en Bici

Image for story Sandy soils

Sandy soils

Went to San Felipe BC, Mexico for a few days. Took the touring bike. Paved areas and some dirt roads were decent, good food, very nice sunrises, saw some interesting things. Overall a good trip. Sa... Leer más

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Image for story Locky Dock at the airport

Locky Dock at the airport

Sometimes have to fly down South just for the day for work - great to be able to avoid the traffic, enjoy the early morning/evening views over the Manukau harbour and securely lock up for the day a... Leer más

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Image for story Il fiume Brenta come strada per arrivare ai monti

Il fiume Brenta come strada per arrivare ai monti

Ormai da anni ho scoperto la bici gravel e abitando del Piovese il fiume Brenta è per me un'infrastruttura che sfrutto spesso nelle due direzioni possibili. Ma andare verso Nord nella direzione di ... Leer más

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Image for story MiAmi 2025

MiAmi 2025

Questi bei 151Km immerso nel verde e nella campagna. Superare i propri limiti è un must.

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Image for story Proud mum

Proud mum

My daughter has been supporting me in the weekends to get out and do some bike rides. She is only 7 but biked with me from home to Port Chalmers. I was fully expecting her to want a lift from dad o... Leer más

Topic: Ride with kids

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Image for story Enjoy the Redways, enjoy the cycle

Enjoy the Redways, enjoy the cycle

I live in Old Stratford and I learned to cycle when I was five. I commuted daily for a couple of years, but now I only manage to cycle to work once or twice a month
Being outdoors and exercisi... Leer más

Topic: Una historia del Desafío en Bici

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Image for story Sally's Cycling Story

Sally's Cycling Story

Feedback from female rider in Bracknell:

I live in Great Hollands and I have always had a bike but took up cycling as a hobby 9 years ago.
I like the social element riding , eating... Leer más

Topic: Una historia del Desafío en Bici

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Yeehaw - patua te whakamā!

A lot of my friends are bike riders especially for transportation. Living close to Boundary Rd Bridge makes it easy for me to get into the city but not so by bike for me yet.

I was triall... Leer más

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Image for story I Have the Most Beautiful Commute in the World and I Am So Lucky

I Have the Most Beautiful Commute in the World and I Am So Lucky

I could get up earlier than I have to and catch the bus on someone else's timetable, sit in the car and get miserable and frustrated in traffic, or be out in the elements enjoying six miles of off-... Leer más

Topic: Mi viaje al trabajo en bicicleta

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Image for story A Bike Race Like No Other

A Bike Race Like No Other

Have you ever wanted to build a bike that could traverse any obstacle? In Humboldt County, we have the Kinetic Sculpture Grand Championship Race (kineticgrandchampionship.com). These bikes have to ... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

Image for story Wobbly legs = steady mind

Wobbly legs = steady mind

Last week I walked part of the Kintyre Way, an 100-mile walking route that zigzags the Kintyre Peninsula in Argyll, in Scotland.

I wanted to share my story because if you have the opportu... Leer más

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Image for story First motorhome trip 2026

First motorhome trip 2026

Took the motorhome and our bikes to Silverdale for a couple of nights. Rode to Silverdale and to Arnside. Very hilly glad we had electric bikes. Lovely day out.

Image for story Night rides are the best

Night rides are the best

Most of my life, I have work jobs with late shifts. One thing that I have always enjoyed about them is the night time commute home. I love riding when I see more foxes, raccoons, or opossums than I... Leer más

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Image for story Bikes on Bikes!

Bikes on Bikes!

Found this funny photo I took of my kiddo's Strider bike on the back of my trailer, so I could drop him at daycare with his wheels for Bike Day at the school on my way to work. I love that he loves... Leer más

Topic: Ride with kids

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Empowering joy

Total complete genuine and complete the joy I feel as my heart beats faster and as I taste the air the ambiance my bicycle has taken me like the greens of sand on the beach always moving rhythmical... Leer más

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

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Image for story Grief and biking

Grief and biking

Boxing Day 2023 changed everything. My little sister passed away, and with her, it felt like a piece of me went too. The months that followed were heavy and motionless , I couldn’t bring myself to ... Leer más

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Life of biking to work.

Every weekday morning, I wake up early to get ready for work. After getting dressed and eating a quick breakfast, I grab my helmet and head outside to my bike. Instead of driving a car or taking th... Leer más

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Image for story Redbridge Cycling Campaign Rides

Redbridge Cycling Campaign Rides

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... Leer más

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Chch to motueka

Last year 2025 I biked from leeston to Springfield. Second day to Arthur's pass in a head wind, then down hill to kumara and a days rest. Then to ikamatua where a $20 burger and chips was ridiculou... Leer más

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Image for story Locky Dock by the Viaduct

Locky Dock by the Viaduct

Lock up and then safely head for a swim at Browny's pool and a drink at Wynyard Pavilion. #Lockydock

Topic: Una historia del Desafío en Bici

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Image for story Il fiume Brenta come strada per arrivare ai monti

Il fiume Brenta come strada per arrivare ai monti

Ormai da anni ho scoperto la bici gravel e abitando del Piovese il fiume Brenta è per me un'infrastruttura che sfrutto spesso nelle due direzioni possibili. Ma andare verso Nord nella direzione di ... Leer más

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Image for story Ottobrata in gravel

Ottobrata in gravel

Uno splendido giro gravel di due giorni con partenza da Mestre San Giuliano ed arrivo a Trieste lungo percorsi sterrati, ciclabili e strade a bassissimo traffico.
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Image for story Lucky Docky Auckland domestic Airport

Lucky Docky Auckland domestic Airport

Seperated Cycle path most of the way for me and a free sheltered lock next to the terminal. Pretty decent. There are also paid lockers you could use for your gear... in the other capark unfortunately

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Been 20yrs since I was last on a bike

It has been an active start to the year for me, the hubby and our mates!

We wanted to kick off the year with a refreshed state of mind and with intent to improve our overall health and wel... Leer más

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Image for story Philip's commitment to riding to work!

Philip's commitment to riding to work!

I live in Camberley and in 1986 I did my 1st bike race.
My favourite thing about cycling is the bikes, I have always been into bicycles and riding different bikes. It's about getting to know yo... Leer más

Topic: Una historia del Desafío en Bici

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Image for story Locky Docks make riding to the airport possible

Locky Docks make riding to the airport possible

Over the weekend Nick Cave graced our shores for two exclusive shows in Wellington. I thought about it for a moment, checked the tattoo of him on my forearm, and figured I should probably go. The o... Leer más

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Image for story Locky Docks

Locky Docks

I have returned to the locky dock site in Ponsonby where the lovely people set upto show people how to use them. I had longingly looked at the docks around the city, but had no idea. Theft of my bi... Leer más

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