Stories from USA

I ride for many reasons: health, planet protection, savings, ease of parking. Today I woke up early and rode to REI for their sponsored bike2work day. Why wouldn’t I? There was Matt Miller and oth... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

I commissioned my artist daughter Quinn Moody to create a bike poster that people can use to promote biking. So far is is being used in Oregon and Washington. If you want the same poster with you... read more

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My first experience riding Ragbrai! It was a thrill to ride with thousands of people on the highways of Iowa! It started off foggy but the ride was beautiful! I’m getting excited for this year’s r... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

I started biking to grocery shop in 1979 when I moved to Santa Cruz. I've since shopped by pedal power and electric power first to the Westside Coop, then Community Foods, New Leaf and finally Staf... read more

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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... read more

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I woke up this morning and what did I see the clouds of winter smiling at me beckoning me come ride before I cry and this rain squeezes out of me the adrenaline pumping through me the chemicals in ... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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My bicycle riding, the taste,the flavor let it be, heart pumping blood circulating the air whizzing the birds singing, the sun shining, the fog reeling in the salty ocean feeling, the magic of the... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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I decided to add stops to my bike rides to take photos of film locations. I had ridden by many of these locations without realizing it.
If I were driving, parking would be difficult, but on my... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

Most days, my spouse will ask where I want to ride. I suggest a route, he suggests something else, and I say okay. I’m not really a pushover. The feel of riding, the movement, the act of being in t... read more

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Bike around the bay 2024

It's a certainty; if you ride long enough, you will crash.

I sometimes let myself entertain the idea that cars and other things, coming up from behind, are uncontrol able random threats. ... read more

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Tecky Surawijaya Helmet-mounted mirror is my favorite. I have more bikes than helmets. So less mirror is needed. I use the glasses version a... read more

Helmet-mounted mirror is my favorite. I have more bikes than helmets. So less mirror is needed. I use the glasses version and mount it to the visor of my helmet.

Al Peterson I use a Garmin radar thing that uses my gps to show cars behind me. It’s kind of stupid, and expensive, but since I was str... read more

I use a Garmin radar thing that uses my gps to show cars behind me. It’s kind of stupid, and expensive, but since I was struck by an idiot driver last March, I’ll use whatever tool I can to avoid another disaster.

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... read more

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Keisha Stewart good job about knowing your bike

good job about knowing your bike

I was with siouxland cyclists on Sunday 7/7/24 we started at craves parking lot at Sioux City Iowa at 6:30 in the morning. We traveled 3 states on bicycle by the time I got home I rode 110.45 miles.

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The People’s Food Co-op (PFC [address removed]) has, since its inception, supported a way of life that includes and promotes practical cycling. For many years the PFC has sold (for $5 no less!) an... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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Steven Schultz Thank you bicyclebenefits dot org

Thank you bicyclebenefits dot org

Enjoying the efficient bike circles (aka roundabouts) on the campus of UC Davis.

I've always loved riding bikes, but after retiring in 2020 I took bike riding to another level. I live out in the country away from city traffic so getting on my bike each morning and taking a rid... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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We're working on building self-confidence and I think bike riding is a great addition to our parenting tool bag!!

Topic: Ride with kids

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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... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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I live in Philly, where most bicyclists commute by bike, and many of the drivers park in or drive down bike lanes. I was tired of seeing cars drive down the bidirectional lanes on Market Street, so... read more

Claire Warshaw I don’t think any bicyclist wants to accidentally confront the flowers or any other bicycle lane objects, so I am glad your... read more

I don’t think any bicyclist wants to accidentally confront the flowers or any other bicycle lane objects, so I am glad your activism brought a more official response by your city.

Kari Kling I'm not quite sure what you're trying to say. The flowers blocked drivers from pulling into the bike lane but didn't block ... read more

I'm not quite sure what you're trying to say. The flowers blocked drivers from pulling into the bike lane but didn't block bicyclists from using it.

Claire Warshaw In early morning [dark] hours, I have accidently nearly run into large plastic trash cans. I am afraid I would hit the glas... read more

In early morning [dark] hours, I have accidently nearly run into large plastic trash cans. I am afraid I would hit the glass vases or similar while riding in a lane that was protected in that manner. Hitting the flowers accidentally might not be a big deal, but hitting a vase might be.

Kari Kling It's not a vase, and there's reflective tape. They need to keep cars out with more than those flimsy plastic posts.

It's not a vase, and there's reflective tape. They need to keep cars out with more than those flimsy plastic posts.

Al Peterson Kari, I think that’s a really clever, quirky, and fun statement using flowers to create awareness and make your roads safer... read more

Kari, I think that’s a really clever, quirky, and fun statement using flowers to create awareness and make your roads safer. I love it.

Lee Fairbanks Careful what you wish for. These "solutions" are often "resolved" by people that don't ride bikes. I ended up putting mysel... read more

Careful what you wish for. These "solutions" are often "resolved" by people that don't ride bikes. I ended up putting myself in the hospital after hitting one of these "safety barriers" meant to protect us from cars. Make sure they are flexible.

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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 (... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Since I received a promotion eight months ago, I have been hesitant to bicycle to work. It is four miles longer and the commute is along some treacherous streets in Sacramento... but, I have accomp... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Jillian Stanley No bike lanes on your commute? be careful out there!

No bike lanes on your commute? be careful out there!

Chris Grimmett There are bike lanes but the two busiest streets I must navigate are just a bit scary regardless. People just go way to fas... read more

There are bike lanes but the two busiest streets I must navigate are just a bit scary regardless. People just go way to fast. Still, I make it fine :) Thank you!

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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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David Borges hey Tom, 100% agreement there! Every morning has it's own flare, it's own dawn. For many it may seem mundane, but my mor... read more

hey Tom, 100% agreement there! Every morning has it's own flare, it's own dawn. For many it may seem mundane, but my morning commute on the SF Bay Trail is what makes heading to work a great start to the day ahead! of course going home...

Steve Rankin Agreed! Dawn on the lakeshore path was the highlight of my work day.

Agreed! Dawn on the lakeshore path was the highlight of my work day.

I finally found a way to reduce flats significantly.

I commute in an area of heavy industry. Poorly maintained roads fully of glass, nails, and screws were leading to multiple flats per m... read more

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I commissioned my artist daughter Quinn Moody to create a bike poster that people can use to promote biking. So far is is being used in Oregon and Washington. If you want the same poster with your ... read more

Topic: Other

Always thought it was a long hard climb, but with the Chappie parking lot empty I decided to give it a try when I wouldn't be in anyone's way... nice steady climb actually! Picked my gear and just ... read more

I know there is a trail here somewhere...

Topic: Other

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Now that my kids are getting to that fun teenage years, I get to have my day with a Father day, birthday and family time ride when i pick our activity.

Topic: Ride with kids

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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

I was really itching for a long ride the other day, but I only had short window of time. Luckily there was a really strong, steady wind that day. I had a strong tailwind at the start of the ride, s... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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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 feelin... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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An unusual bicycle gets attention and starts conversations. Back in 1997, I needed a bike, as mine kept getting stolen, even though they were all second-hand and not fancy. I'd recently read M... read more

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Bryan Dotson I have a tandem and it draws attention.

I have a tandem and it draws attention.

Hey anyone know any recommendations for long distance for bikes? Or have one for sale

Steve Rankin It depends on whether you want to carry all of your own gear (and how much, i.e. camping and cooking gear, or just a few cl... read more

It depends on whether you want to carry all of your own gear (and how much, i.e. camping and cooking gear, or just a few clothes because you'll sleep in motels and eat in restaurants); also on whether you intend to be on paved roads or not. One example is the recently-discontinued Trek 520. They made it (with some changes over the years) for 40 years. Check it out, at least as a starting point for your thinking.

MARK HOFFMAN Surly Long Haul Truckers are good as well.

Surly Long Haul Truckers are good as well.

I drive an electric car but as everyone knows it still takes fossil fuels to operate. Luckily, even with everything factored in, it has less than 1/3 the carbon footprint of gas cars. I discovered ... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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Al Peterson 1/3 the carbon footprint of a car? When I do the math on kilowatt hours, one full charge gets me three commuting trips, whi... read more

1/3 the carbon footprint of a car? When I do the math on kilowatt hours, one full charge gets me three commuting trips, which would normally cost me a gallon and a half of gas. And the charge for my bike works out to cost me about six cents. I don’t know how you’re figuring your carbon footprint, but it should be a whole lot less than what you’re describing. Have fun out there!

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 ... read more

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Chelsea Alventosa Love this, Tecky!

Love this, Tecky!

Over the last 5 years, I have been diagnosed with several disabilities which cause chronic fatigue, excessive daytime sleepiness, and chronic pain. I struggled to work 8 hours, walk less than a blo... read more

My commute has always been a bit far, and sketchy for riding by bike even though I’ve always ridden quite a lot. The recent purchase of an e-bike has made it practical, except that it’s storm seaso... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Keisha Stewart Glad you made it home safely

Glad you made it home safely

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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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Mary Hoeschen Congrats! What a cute bike. Well deserved for all the pedaling you did!

Congrats! What a cute bike. Well deserved for all the pedaling you did!

Christian L Congratulations and what a cool bike you won! Sounds like the perfect match

Congratulations and what a cool bike you won! Sounds like the perfect match

Chelsea Alventosa So glad you love the bike! The SABA team secured that as a grand prize because they loved it, so it's good to hear you feel... read more

So glad you love the bike! The SABA team secured that as a grand prize because they loved it, so it's good to hear you feel the same :)

Laura Flournoy Congrats! Love your story and the bike! 🚲

Congrats! Love your story and the bike! 🚲

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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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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It's been a few years since I first saw the insane rail road tunnel online for the first time and I thought that'd be so cool to go there some time but at the same time it felt so far away. For the... read more

Nick Hall oooooop can't edit can I ooh well : it's the Brushy Mountain Tunnel @ X2FP+7M Rockmart, Georgia

oooooop can't edit can I ooh well : it's the Brushy Mountain Tunnel @ X2FP+7M Rockmart, Georgia

Nick Hall 33.9731623,-84.9632902

33.9731623,-84.9632902

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

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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Jeff Rossel Been there, done that. Hope you didn't get hurt.

Been there, done that. Hope you didn't get hurt.

Here's my story: I just tore my derailleur to shreds.

I know, it's not much of a story. But it leads to an important question... Does anybody have a recommendation for repair work in North... read more

Douglas John Natomas Bike Shop

Natomas Bike Shop

Enjoying the little things you find when you let the ride pause and look around. Bikes rule!
Davis to Sacramento, a nice found note when I paused to enjoy the sunset from the riverfront.

Topic: My commute by bike

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I used to live in Cambodia and rode a simple acoustic bike everywhere. The weather there had two seasons, wet and dry. Wet season was very wet. Monsoons. I commuted by bike through monsoons and roa... read more

I've been so into eCargo biking lately. I bought a couple bikes from Virtue Cycles recently and they have totally improved the quality of life in our home. I take my dog to the dog park in them dai... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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I just love the comfort of the River Trail and on a day like today, it is so beautiful. So grateful for good paths that highlight the natural beauty of our community!

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My friends and family rode with me in the Chico Wildflower ride on April 28, 2024! What a blast and what a well supported event! We rode the Valleyflower route which was 30 miles. The ride had lots... read more

Topic: Ride with kids

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I’m approaching 60 and I have been missing a sustainable workout routine that provided good health both from a physical and mental standpoint. About three years ago I started riding and have rece... read more

Bob Easton Waller Noice!

Noice!