We've heard there re plans to build a cycle route from Blenheim to Kaikoura and beyond. But we happened to be staying around Kaikoura on a sunny day, and had our bikes, so thought we'd see if there... lees meer
It's been around 33 degrees here in ChCh but I'm still getting out on the bike. This bike challenge has been a fantastic motivator to get me on my bike more regularly and for longer distances. I've... lees meer
It's the first week of the Love to Ride 2023 challenge and I am so proud of all my coworkers that have signed up and are fully embracing it. The weather hasn't been on our side so far, but that has... lees meer
I go to school in Napier, which is more than ~25kms away from where I live in Havelock. Each day I bring my bike to school on the bus, before spending 40 minutes riding back home in the afternoon. ... lees meer
On day 1 of the challenge my Boss sent me a link to his location. We raced to work, me from Edgeware and him from Parklands. He caught me at Hagley Park for a quick chat before he was off again. ... lees meer
We've been cycling along the river bank every day for the past six months. It's delightful. We ride past the estuary along to the harbor, then back up river to the railway bridge. Twenty km's all u... lees meer
Kids can do anything!
Our family just completed a summer tour riding from Cape Reinga to Hamilton along the Tour Aotearoa route. 756 km over 17 days with 2 adults and 4 kids (ages 7 to 12). The... lees meer
I have two bikes, but I'm getting another - my oldest bike is 20 this year and getting a bite rickety. Both my current bikes have done Lands End to John O'Groats with me, once in 2004 then in 2018.... lees meer
My wife and i often ride the Pauatahanui Inlet loop ride and I get questioned often about the ride around the Whitby side. We do not ride SH58 (or Paremata Road) as yes, it is too narrow and too da... lees meer
I'm happy to say that my trusty (and slightly dusty) bike has once again seen the light of day.
With work only a 30-minute walk away, I found myself putting off getting on my bike. In part... lees meer
Roads such as Springvale Road, Ferntree Gully Road, Jells Road, and Waverley Road lack on road cycling infrastructure, even though they go to past a popular cycling park Jells Park, and train stati... lees meer
For the first time in many years, I can say I commuted to work for at least two days ea month for the past 12 months. Winter is obviously tough to ride on streets clogged with storm debris, gravel ... lees meer
As of yesterday, I am retired!
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Thus I can't contribute my miles to my former team; but I intend to keep riding. First, though, I have hand surgery (CMC arthropla... lees meer
I'm not regular with my commutes by bike. It's 10 miles each way, and if it's raining my car is much more appealing. But one thing I always try to do is cycle to work on the winter solstice - which... lees meer
I was happily riding down the shared path from NW cycleway to Henderson, and was getting reasonably near to the old motorpark... and thats when, after 50km, I let my mind drift. Unfortunately, I al... lees meer
I bought the Dawes last year as I had had an accident with the Boardman that I had purchased with a Cycle to Work scheme. I needed a replacement that was suitable for my commute to Wolverhampton. M... lees meer
Sharing one of my happy riding memories from 2022 from Lake Tekapo to Oamaru covering 340km through stunning nature and chatter with friendly locals. A memorable ride through glacial lakes, dams, f... lees meer
Getting out for exercise with small kids requires a different approach than just simply hitting the trail. These days we have to factor in nap time for the little one, and pack an abundance of snac... lees meer
Friday was a warm one in Canterbury so my wife and I decided to meet for dinner and a drink - so at 5:00pm she left the Christchurch city centre from work and headed home, while I left home in Waik... lees meer
Last time I was on a bike was 18 years ago. I sold it after a scare with traffic and relocating from the South to the North Island. I have borrowed a bike to compete in this challenge. The improvem... lees meer
One day a couple of years ago, I happened to be riding in the rain. A car was stopped next to me at a traffic light, rolled down his window, and said that he respected me for braving the conditions... lees meer
I don’t particularly like biking - it’s always too hard ! as I seem to always push myself too hard! And I’ve made many excuses in the past.
But this is a great challenge for me - I am try... lees meer
Steady ride after my Heart Attack + Inguinal hernia repair operation last year (2022). Could have gone a bit further but following the wife's instructions to take it steady. Cold wind into my face ... lees meer
I live in Parnell, purchased an e bike last year, and just can’t get enough of riding round the waterfront ….Mission Bay for a coffee is a great short ride …todays adventure started there then down... lees meer
I bought a brand new bike in July 2022, which is extremely rare for me to buy anything brand new. This bike has been an absolute dream. This bike has encouraged me to lose weight and get fit. Since... lees meer
I started being impacted by arthritis in one of my knees, and eventually the other one as well, in my 50s. The orthopedic surgeon said I was too young for knee replacement surgery, but he also sai... lees meer
Hi folks,
I trust you are in good health.
Bit of a remarkable story here for you all, it is a story some may be able to recognize.
Way back in 2009, my health deteriorated, I actually l... lees meer
L'UOMO CHE VISSE DUE VOLTE (a cura di Fabio Coppi)
PEDALANDO CON CUORE MATTO
UN GIRO IN BICI CON UN CARO AMICO…
Prima eravamo vicini di casa ora non più e a Milano, abitare in un altro ... lees meer
I took my kids to the bike park yesterday, and we rode around the flat tracks for an hour and a half, we tracked it on strava, and we had (or atleast i) had done 10.37 kms.
Great motivatio... lees meer
I was visiting Sticky Forest MTB park for the first time, and after putting in a good 18km of trails I’m stuffed but contented to be back in camp only to find my iPhone missing!!!!
So I ... lees meer
I used to have a workplace affiliation but I retired and moved to a new, bicycle friendly community. People of my age, those over 70, are actually well represented on the trails here. We don’t qua... lees meer
Hi all,
Had a great bit of craic today launching SLC's E Cargo Trike, as part of our sustainability initiative.
Special thanks for South Lanarkshire Council, and Phil Jones from... lees meer
It's SUnday. Sometimes that's just 2.3 miles to church, then 2.7 miles for the bagels to my friend's house trip back.
Today.... it was "oops!!! Where is my purse? Let's go back to my friend... lees meer