Stories from Lincolnshire

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Image for story Love to ride my bike

Love to ride my bike

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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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Image for story Cycle to Work

Cycle to Work

Hello everyone,
Captain Mocktail has got on his bike for the first time in years and has made a video about his commute to promote cycle to work day.
Search Captain Mocktail on YouTube li... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story COVID Made me start a YouTube Channel

COVID Made me start a YouTube Channel

I've always been a keen cyclist and like to get out and about, joined a few cycling challenges here and there and all is good. COVID-19 came around and locked down any group rides in the beginning ... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Please say hello .............. it means alot

Just reached a goal of 1000 in the June bike challenge. Stopped at the top of Cherry Willingham by-pass bridge and cheered to myself. Despite the challenge, it means more to me when someone gree... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Image for story Bike packing the South Downs Way

Bike packing the South Downs Way

Having been a keen cyclist for years for commuting, in a work based road club, and mtb trail riding with friends. With the lock down easing I decided to try a new challenge with my mtb friends. We ... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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I have cycled 5000 miles

Half way to a Proclaimers song. Lockdown 1 came, working from home and missing my hour daily walk. Out came the old bike. Quiet roads, bliss and beautiful Lincolnshire Countryside. But how fa... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Dead Lose

I lost my husband at the beginning of April/Lockdown (not covid) so last years cycling was very rare and far between. Lets hope I can get out a bit more often and get back into shape :-)

Topic: Other

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Image for story Biking to work

Biking to work

It's me and my bike when l bike ride the 4 miles each way to work .sometimes early on the morning when its still dark l travel along the road side, how many people are up and say good morning .On w... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Biking to work in the dark

Starting my shift at Pilgrim Hospital, Boston at 6am means I am cycling to work in the dark since the clocks went back. Coming the other way down a narrow unlit street I have been dismayed to see a... read more

Topic: Other

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Image for story #wagesnotclaps

#wagesnotclaps

As a carer, I have been caring full time for two adult sons suffering from depression and anxiety throughout lockdown. I used to work as a cycle instructor! But caring during COVID has affected tha... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Stick with it

First thing in the morning I'm not the most motivated of people so, starting to cycle to work was a big ask for my zombie like self to get in to.
I managed it one morning and amazingly after a... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story Scavenger Hunt at Imperial Beach - javier_blackberry

Scavenger Hunt at Imperial Beach - javier_blackberry

Riding with my oldest son all over Imperial Beach...
javier_blackberry

Scavenger hunt 2.0
#IBactive

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Image for story Supporting St. Andrew's on the #2.6 Challenge

Supporting St. Andrew's on the #2.6 Challenge

As a member of the fundraising team for St. Andrew's, I am always inspired to learn of the amazing challenges people take on to support their local hospice. Due to the Coronavirus outbreak we reall... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Image for story Polly ride

Polly ride

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

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Image for story Fall in love with bike riding !

Fall in love with bike riding !

My story began when I first went on a Tour the Polongne to see how the cyclists ride. Then I got inspiration and said that I have to start riding too. I remember that day I got many gifts from the... read more

Topic: Other

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Well done everyone for June Bike Challenge

Thank you Love to Ride for the June Bike Challenge and all those lovely prizes. Sad to say I had no luck in the raffles, but hey that is not what it is all about. I was trying not to be competiti... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Image for story No-one told me about Lincoln being so hilly!

No-one told me about Lincoln being so hilly!

After many years feeling like a bit of a social outcast cycling round Cardiff to many different universities, offices, schools, pubs, cinemas and so on, this year I was happy to be offered a dream ... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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A bike ride to Cyprus

In 2008 me and my husband cycled 2000 miles from Lincolnshire to Cyprus. I wasn’t what you’d call a cyclist and was very overweight when we set out. Over the course of 3 months we cycled down to Po... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Congratulations, we made it

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

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Cycling in December

5.5 miles on a nice fresh, dry morning - best way to start the day at work, but it would have been fun to carry on past the factory!

Topic: My commute by bike

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No bikes today!

Grantham Hospital has fenced off its staff bike shed today so I had no choice but to chain my bike to the fence. Note to managers we still bike in the winter!!

Topic: My commute by bike

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Quick and clean

Commuting in Grantham is a mind numbing experience. I had to travel 3 miles across town to reach work and it could take as long as 45 minutes some days.
So, I decided to break out the old trus... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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My Car has been S.O.R.N'd :)

My car was due to be taxed on 1 June so I decided mid-May that I'd save the £160 and reduce my carbon emissions and start cycling to work. I've thoroughly enjoyed the experience and it certainly w... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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Image for story Family fun together

Family fun together

I have ridden in all the places we have lived. Now the girls are independent riders and are very interested, so time to get the show on the road!

Topic: My first time on a bike in years

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Image for story Woodhall Spa to Lincoln

Woodhall Spa to Lincoln

Hi Bikers!
This was our first family bike ride on 22 July 2020 from Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire to Lincoln City Centre, to meet up with our son to celebrate his 24th birthday :). It's called th... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Stories from around the world

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... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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 ... read more

Topic: Other

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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... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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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,... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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... read more

Topic: Other

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... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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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... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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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... read more

Topic: My first time on a bike in years

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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".... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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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... read more

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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... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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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-... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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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 ... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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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... read more

Topic: Other

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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... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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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... read more

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... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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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 ... read more

Topic: Other

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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... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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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... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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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... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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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: A story from the Bike Challenge

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