Years ago, I started to ride to keep a healthy spirit after a sour divorce. My bicycle helped me to make new friends, find new places, learn a lot of the cycling world (Tour de France is mandatory ... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Deborah Chesna I rode in Charlotte County last weekend along a beautiful barrier island on the way to Gasparilla Island State Park. Have t... read more

I rode in Charlotte County last weekend along a beautiful barrier island on the way to Gasparilla Island State Park. Have to go over a toll road but it is a great adventure, well worth starting at the traill head at SR 776 and CR 771.

I have participated in 11 MS150 charity rides over the years. My favorite memories are those of the MS rides that my children rode with me. At 85 years old now I cant do 75 a day two days in a row ... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Ive been cycling for a while.
When my boyfriends' housmate was furloughed, his housemate brought a bike, and started cycling around Manchester. This was great news, and after borrowing the bike... read more

Well actually, just riding in the dark...

Before the pandemic, I cycled to and from the train station every day, all year, in all weather.

So what lighting do I recommend?
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Susan Cullen Well said Martyn safe cycling

Well said Martyn safe cycling

Cherri Farren Has anyone seen the LED string lights (like christmas twinkle lights) that you wrap around your frame? I have only seen the... read more

Has anyone seen the LED string lights (like christmas twinkle lights) that you wrap around your frame? I have only seen them for sale in the USA. I usto have tyres which were slightly reflective. My current lights are too dim for winter weather, so thanks for LED advice and help.

Paul Newell Some good points Martyn. I tend to use the hyper flash setting in the day as well. The flash attracts attention whilst the ... read more

Some good points Martyn. I tend to use the hyper flash setting in the day as well. The flash attracts attention whilst the steady beam provides your location. You are right about lights that are overly bright. They simply blind other road users who then can't really tell where you are.

Langton Wildman Very true Martyn, especially regarding the hi-power stobe lights.. Congratulations, Langton Wildman, Midas Eyewear.

Very true Martyn, especially regarding the hi-power stobe lights.. Congratulations, Langton Wildman, Midas Eyewear.

David Jenks To Cherri - I have just fitted some LED tube lights that fit into the tyre valves. I have put them on in my #LightTheNight ... read more

To Cherri - I have just fitted some LED tube lights that fit into the tyre valves. I have put them on in my #LightTheNight photo, but the front wheel one looks dim. The rear one appears to be illuminating the road, but it actually had 3 colours. Can't remember where I got them.

Andy Plowright Spot on. Essential to have a constant light source, if you have a flashing light on top of that, that's great, but drivers ... read more

Spot on. Essential to have a constant light source, if you have a flashing light on top of that, that's great, but drivers just glance briefly sometimes before pulling out, and if they happen to glance when your light is in the 'off' part of the cycle...

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I'm a passionate rider and love doing distance charity rides. This year they've all been cancelled or modified in a way that just isn't the same. I really missed it so I decided to do my own vers... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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The weather has been atrocious, I still prefer to be cycling in. Two lights on the front (100 lumen), bright rear, plus high visible waterproofs
My bike tyre walls are even reflective too........ read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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I commute to work all through the year. I recently purchased new back & front lights. Fitted them last week whilst on AL. On both Monday and Tuesday evenings, just as I set off to leave work th... read more

Sunday, Nov. 1st, was the absolute perfect day for a bike ride in Naples! Temps in the 70s, wind ENE at 5 mph, little traffic. Lots of other soldiers nd clubs took advantage for z great Sunday ri... read more

Mi super coach y la que motiva este gran grupo de chamas bike

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My favorite trail (so far) is West Orange Trail in Central Florida. Usually We (My wife & I) park at Winter Garden Station and ride towards Apopka for 9-10 miles. This trail is a very good for ... read more

As many of us have had to retool our lives due to restrictions, concerns, or changes in our employment status or position, there are a high percentage of persons that have been working from home an... read more

#MobilityWeekFL
I used to take my car in for service and either use leave time from work to wait until the shuttle driver could take me to work or I would have to take an Uber, ask a friend for... read more

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Courtney Reynolds You are so smart!

You are so smart!

Beautiful evening to ride to the local market and get some fresh produce. Love living where that is possible and wish everyone had that choice.

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Bike rider has interesting experience combining hobby of exploring trails with genealogy research. Rides local trails and discovers a little family history.

Set the date: July 29, 1920 - ... read more

This is both a happy memory & biking during COVID-19 era. Bike Duval in Jacksonville, FL hosted a Black History Tour and Pride Ride for LGBTQ+ Pride Month. It was one of the first times since C... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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On March 17, CF Fitness in Mount Dora was required to close in response to COVID 19. My husband was a regular and this was upsetting. What would he do for exercise? Something had to be done! A ... read more

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I didn't start riding a bike until I was 29.

My mother is from the Netherlands where kids are basically born on bikes, and I guess she thought I would have inhaled bike riding skills from... read more

I recently finished building a Surly Disc Trucker frame up into my dream touring bike and took it out for its first overnighter. Bike was great, handled carrying my gear like a champ! Had a smooth ... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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#MobilityWeekFL. There are hidden gems everywhere in Florida, tucked away where cars can’t go. The Weekiwachee Preserve has a paved road and miles of easy gravel winding around sparkling lakes and ... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to ride

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As a climate organizer in Orlando, FL my job is to get volunteers to pressure members of Congress to support bills that reduce our carbon footprint on the environment. So, I practice what I prea... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Kicked off #MobilityWeekFL with a first: first time commuting by bike to my ‘new’ office!

A coworker came by to check out my bike and chat about my ride in, and told me there wasn’t a good... read more

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Just a quick one - I rode my bike so much that my actual car battery has gone flat.

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30 years ago, I was 27, with a desk job and needed a challenge. I rode a 5 speed bike from Bathurst to Thornleigh in Sydney, via Bell's Line of Road. It took me 13 hours. I hit a lump of tar going ... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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Lars Chresta What a great story!

What a great story!

I started riding my bike to get the stress out, and found I was making allot of friends while riding (animal and humans).
First I made my duck friends in one neighborhood and a few cats. I woul... read more

Patrick Hale CR 220 can be a very scary place going on a solo ride!!! Stay in the neighborhoods as much as possible!!!

CR 220 can be a very scary place going on a solo ride!!! Stay in the neighborhoods as much as possible!!!

I had all but given up cycling , due to various issues , but then I purchased an electric bike in February , and picked it up in March. This has given me a new lease of life to my cycling enjoyment... read more

Troy Gelinas Great to hear from a fellow e-biker. It really does make a world of difference, doesn't it?

Great to hear from a fellow e-biker. It really does make a world of difference, doesn't it?

#MobilityWeekFL

They call it a joyride.

What it brings + what it does = magic.

On two wheels.

Possibly three - or maybe even four, depending on your age. 😊 read more

Thanks to the Love to Ride Florida Challenge I (and my coworkers) have been encouraged to start bicycling again - to/from work for those who can and also outside of work / during lunchtime.
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Topic: My first time on a bike in years

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After retiring from Army I lost my purpose in life. It was hard to function let alone get off the couch. I reached 300lbs and little to no motivation. I started to ride around the neighborhood and ... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

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Before lockdown and Cycle September I did most of my travelling around the city by bus or Uber.
Now I cycle everywhere! I really enjoy it, it minimises unnecessary contact on public transport a... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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My wife and I lived just outside of Washington DC for years and as soon as the leaves started coming out we would make our weekly bicycle trip up and down the capitol crescent trail. Taking our bik... read more

I'm working from home these days but do a "virtual commute" taking a beautiful route in the nearby Peak District (much better than into city centre!). I love to set off before dawn, with 3 lights o... read more

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A positive 2020 memory of riding together to vote with my husband on a beautiful Orlando evening!

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The pandemic has forced us to explore the outdoors more. Florida has so much to offer, and getting around on a bike is the best way to enjoy nature and appreciate Florida’s beauty. When biking, my ... read more

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The bike made me get out of bed after cancer, and now I can't live without riding a bike

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Aric Quitugua You’re inspiring and beautiful!!!

You’re inspiring and beautiful!!!

#MobilityWeekFL. Several months ago, I bought a recumbent trike and I'm pleased to say its the greatest for someone with a bad back. After about 10 minutes on the trike, I feel no back pain and i... read more

At the beginning of the pandemic, it was really hard for us to be cooped up in the house all day, with all the snacks. I knew I needed to encourage my daughter to stay active, but she was seven an... read more

Topic: Biking in the Coronavirus Era

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Veel zitten overdag en de behoefte om mijn lijf in de versnelling te zetten.
In plaats van een kop koffie op kantoor ben ik op de fiets gesprongen en voor mijn doen intensief gefietst. Dan is ... read more

Came across some true alternative transportation on my ride home from work tonight!

These folks train Paso Fino horses around Buenaventura Lakes, and when I stopped to ask if it was OK to ... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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I have been riding with a group from Mt Dora, Fl called the Covid Cruisers. The group started riding together in March and has grown from a few to over 20 riders now. Our ages range from early 50’... read more

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Rozann Abato So happy to ride by your side. You are a COVID Cruiser inspiration!

So happy to ride by your side. You are a COVID Cruiser inspiration!

I've had a love-hate relationship with cycling. Being overweight and having type two Diabetes, I've known I need to exercise more, but I always found excuses not to. Ironically, as a youth and as a... read more

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Nanci Balassone Keep riding! Good for you!

Keep riding! Good for you!

My gravel bike is an adventure on wheels. An opportunity for thrilling escapes and adventures. My ride is never ordinary: the same route can be easy one day and difficult the next. My gravel bike i... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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During the quietness of this Coronavirus time, it has been great being able to have the time to use my bicycle more and enjoying the rarity of having my spouse cycling with me. It is a great de-str... read more

In 2018, in celebration of my 40th birthday, I decided to circumnavigate the Gaspé Peninsula in Canada. Nearly 500 miles in 13 days! Even though we started in early June, it was in the 30's at nigh... read more

Topic: A happy riding memory

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I started at the Kids Hospital Westmead earlier this year. On the first day I enquired about staff parking. My colleague said "You have to wait for someone to die to get a car space". I replied wi... read more

I have discovered all these excellent bike trails here in Central Florida! My favorite is the Spring to Spring from Gemini Springs to Lake Monroe. The Rail Trail is also really good for a longer ri... read more

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Alles doe ik op mijn fietsje, alleen de wekelijkse boodschappen kan ik helaas niet in de fietsentassen proppen. Ik heb een geweldige fiets, (zonder ondersteuning weliswaar), het is gewoon mijn maat... read more

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Mira Tanna Groetjes!

Groetjes!

Joris D Wat n leuk verhaal Sharon, als iedereen is zou fietsen he;-). En hoeveel kilometers heb je deze week gehaald?

Wat n leuk verhaal Sharon, als iedereen is zou fietsen he;-). En hoeveel kilometers heb je deze week gehaald?

We weren’t able to find bikes during this time, but we were lucky to get a pair of skates! We love skating outdoors on the shared used path! Stay hydrated and have fun outdoors everyone!!! #Mobilit... read more

Libertad Acosta Anderson This is awesome! I used to rolleskate but love rollerblading! Have fun and stay active :-)

This is awesome! I used to rolleskate but love rollerblading! Have fun and stay active :-)

I think that as a mechanised society we have lost sight of how incredible the human mind and body really are. We're built for going incredible distances in hot and cold with just the power of our m... read more

My car has been replaced by a small e-cargo bike ( I like to think of it as a utility bike) for almost all of my local journeys, and quite a few not so local trips too. My daughter has recently bou... read more

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RB BB I am a keen trailer user. My father has a 1/3 of an acre garden. I love collecting large bags of compost, fertilizer etc an... read more

I am a keen trailer user. My father has a 1/3 of an acre garden. I love collecting large bags of compost, fertilizer etc and travelling to waste disposal site to drop off unwanted items. It's definitely satisfying not to use the car. I never us the car if the journey is less than 10 miles! Keep it up!

Lockdown has been a strange time for all of us, some have really suffered with the restrictions however i cannot say i am one of those people, thanks to the amazing invention that is.. a bicycle! B... read more

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