Canal path route to work - a brief respite from the rain too (still muddy though)

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 like and... read more

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Starting a new and finding my over the many proposed routes has driven up my time in the saddle. Now finally cracked it! 30.54 miles round trip and hope to smash the 1 hour barrier soon. The hidd... read more

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I worked out the train stops nearest. Checked my sat nav & alternatives. Asked my boss where my bike could be stored safely. My clothing I could both cycle & wear at work. Challenge was on ... read more

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Instead of just going straight down La Rivera Blvd this morning, I jumped up over the levee to see the American River and use the bike trail. It took a few extra miles, some added minutes and drops... read more

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Quelle joie de démarrer sa journée sur son vélo pour aller au travail! La joie de voir Montréal se réveiller, voir tous les beaux détails qui nous entourent, l'air frais au visage! Je souhaite à to... read more

It's easy to be excited only two days in... but 2/2 on riding into the office!

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I live in a small town, and I didn't know how lucky I was. Work was only a 3.4km car journey, and the trip to the shops was 1.8km. The go-to method was the car. Last year everything changed. Fu... read more

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I cycled to work in the rain today. Something thing I never normally do. It was quite nice actually.

Hi there, I moved to Auckland almost 5 months ago from central Europe ad I commute by bike every day. I want improve my strength for hiking, clear my mind and save money for traveling with 🚴 instea... read more

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Leo Dottridge I own a wardrobe for cycling in Auckland. On wet rainy days I wear a Giro Chrono Expert jacket. In the winter, I add warm l... read more

I own a wardrobe for cycling in Auckland. On wet rainy days I wear a Giro Chrono Expert jacket. In the winter, I add warm layers under this & in summer just my jersey. On my feet I wear cycling shoes with booties (shoe covers). I have a selection from windproof (thinner) to mid-winter neoprene (thick & warm). I wear gloves that range from fingerless (summer) to wind & waterproof (winter). I have a selection of arm, knee, leg, ear & head warmers to cover all seasons of wetter/colder weather from Autumn through to Spring. Unfortunately there’s no other option than to have a collection of cycling clothing, however this then sets you up to cover all conditions. I carry my rain jacket everyday, as living in Auckland you never know when it’ll rain!

Leo Dottridge I’m both a bike hero & bike lover; been riding for over 30 years & work at My Ride Grey Lynn, running the workshop ... read more

I’m both a bike hero & bike lover; been riding for over 30 years & work at My Ride Grey Lynn, running the workshop & overseeing the store. **fortunately Auckland doesn’t get too cold in Winter, compared to Central Europe 🤠

Martina Valachova Thanks a lot Leo. It looks like you have more than 1 wardrobe. Thanks for the inspiration, I have to google it and improve ... read more

Thanks a lot Leo. It looks like you have more than 1 wardrobe. Thanks for the inspiration, I have to google it and improve my cyclo wardrobe 😉

Jake Humphreys Easy and cheap options like dry-fit wicking sports gear from K-mart or Warehouse. Rubberized elasticated work gloves from ... read more

Easy and cheap options like dry-fit wicking sports gear from K-mart or Warehouse. Rubberized elasticated work gloves from Bunnings or Mitre10 under $10. A light, breathable rain jacket from your hiking gear and maybe a light fleece on those rare days it drops below 10 centigrade. Leo is right about mudguards, I'd add a luggage rack and panniers to keep your back clear and breathable.

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I live in Rolleston and commute 27km to my office in Christchurch by bicycle and bus. I #lovetoride so cycle to the bus stop in Rolleston and from the Hospital stop in Christchurch to my office a... read more

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A colleague and I were brave enough to venture out the day after cyclone Gabrielle had battered the Bay of Plenty on our journey to work. I was probably foolish enough to think that everything wo... read more

Marilyn Kenworthy My work colleague came off his bike while riding in slipping on some wet leaves on the ground.

My work colleague came off his bike while riding in slipping on some wet leaves on the ground.

Was running super late for work only a 4 mile ride but i had 12 minutes to get to work. Was super close to jumping in my car but decided to ride as fast as i can. Im glad i never got in the car bec... read more

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Dina Gray That's great!

That's great!

Olivia Cavanagh it often takes longer by car over short distances!

it often takes longer by car over short distances!

Homeward bound my last stop papatoetoe on this love train baby cheeeehooo 🔥🤣😎😤this time taking the train home

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Passing through Auckland domain making my way to Parnell

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Biking from from work in otahuhu, so my first stop biking along south eastern motorway

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Summer ride after rainy week 🚴🏼‍♀️ Drowned sidewalk

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Have started riding my bike not only to work but to the gym. This means getting up grabbing one bag biking to the gym. Head home and grab anther before heading to work lol

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Who would have thought you'd find a beaver in the middle of town. Definitely not something you'd notice driving to and from work.

I was punishment passed by a lady on Roscommon Road, Wiri, yesterday. Helpfully, she then pulled into the gas station so I could ask her why. Amongst other excuses, she insisted that Roscommon Ro... read more

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Sharon Bailey I've had a similar experience. So ugly. Need stricter laws ( and a camera maybe?)

I've had a similar experience. So ugly. Need stricter laws ( and a camera maybe?)

Sinds 2018 gebruik ik de fiets om naar het werk te gaan, dat is gemiddeld 30 km per dag. Ik had nooit gedacht dat ik het zo leuk zou vinden. In tijd ben ik 2 x 20 minuten minuten extra kwijt, maa... read more

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Beautiful sunny day here in Mount Gambier, South Australia, for my commute to the office.

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Las night I was commuting from work along the river lea canal in East London when some one push me from behind ending on the floor and my bike was taken please be aware if this area

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Chris Watson I hope you report this to Police and avoid this area or ride with a friend where possible . The more reports they get of B... read more

I hope you report this to Police and avoid this area or ride with a friend where possible . The more reports they get of Bike thieves/ muggers in one area then hopefully Police will take notice

Lynn Morrison Sorry to here this 🥲

Sorry to here this 🥲

A new job in the central city meant having to think about commuting. I drove for a couple of weeks, while settling in, and used a Kiwi parking share app to avoid making the carpark barons richer. ... read more

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Carol Imray Most interesting to read - I am worndering if I should l get a folding bike mostly for easier storage but have never tried ... read more

Most interesting to read - I am worndering if I should l get a folding bike mostly for easier storage but have never tried one. How does cycling on a folding bike compare to a regular bike? - I use a hybrid for my short commute - great for roads and grass and hopping over pavements.

Robin Capper Hi Carol, just found this. The Tern bike is great to ride, has similar section tyres to a hybrid bike but smaller diameter ... read more

Hi Carol, just found this. The Tern bike is great to ride, has similar section tyres to a hybrid bike but smaller diameter wheels. Compared to my carbon gravel bike is only about avg 1km/h slower!

My commute is only 1.9 miles, it takes 10 minutes or 8.5 if I am running late. It is enough to lift my mood and make me happy by the time I get to work but I definitely take longer getting ready be... read more

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Carol Imray Took the long way ho yesterday and stretched the route to 7.3 miles - just in and around my home town - a great way to burn... read more

Took the long way ho yesterday and stretched the route to 7.3 miles - just in and around my home town - a great way to burn some extra calories and top up our team miles. Must do it again soon.

Kat Ramsay i only do commute type trips and they are super short too especially appreciated on the wet rainy days! Since i gave up the... read more

i only do commute type trips and they are super short too especially appreciated on the wet rainy days! Since i gave up the car i have become so much more aware of the fact that my distances anywhere are only ever a couple of miles!

Carol Imray Thanks Kat. Since writing about it being too short I have managed to add a few extra miles to my trips home - it was easy ... read more

Thanks Kat. Since writing about it being too short I have managed to add a few extra miles to my trips home - it was easy to do - since I was changed and on my bike anyway.

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No such thing as bad weather, just poor clothing choices 😂 #cycletoworkday

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I have always tried to find ways to incorporate my love of bikes with the need to earn a living. Having changed jobs a few years back, I decided to give up my car, work closer to home and rely on t... read more

I cycle to and from work every day Monday to Friday without fail unless if I have a problem with m bike and it needs a repair. The cycle to work involves a lovely cycle route along Morecambe Prom t... read more

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Bradley Wood I put Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres on my bike about 14 months ago and I haven't had a puncture since. I highly recommend them.

I put Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres on my bike about 14 months ago and I haven't had a puncture since. I highly recommend them.

Now that the weather has improved somewhat I have taken back to two wheels for my commute. To say that the quickest route is a little (boring, congested, dangerous. Pick one or all three) would be ... read more

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Je roule a vélo depuis quelques années. J'ai du faire un choix monétaire. Je suis complètement accro! Dépendant de la température, je choisi: marche, vélo ou transport en commun. Quand arrive la... read more

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I thought you'd like to see my morning commute scenery.....

Irina Savulescu Experiencing commute scenery jealousy :)

Experiencing commute scenery jealousy :)

Second time I have ridden into work, managed one day last week, aiming for pedalling in at least two days this week.

So glad to be back on my bike to work each morning after a horrible week of flu! Its taken me 3 weeks to get there. Feels good to be back :-)

So glad to be back working normal shifts and commuting back into my regular office. Post the floods and Cyclone Gabrielle I was helping in the Civil Defense Centers across Auckland working all sort... read more

Well, I try thought after a few wet days in Christchurch I would be good to ride again today. Sadly, I was caught out in the rain, on the bike home. The outcome... I didn't melt, I did find traffic... read more

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Peter Daly Remarkably few cases of melting humans over the years. We voluntarily get wet in the bath or shower, but fear melting when ... read more

Remarkably few cases of melting humans over the years. We voluntarily get wet in the bath or shower, but fear melting when it rains. Go figure.

What a feeling to be able to commute in the sunshine again. Feels like forever!

My challenge to myself this year was to bike everyday in February. So far I have managed it even with 34°C heat and the rain from the tail end of Cyclone Gabrielle (thankfully very minor compared t... read more

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Peter Daly I'm rocking my motorcycle wet weather gear, and my council gumboots, on the wet days. It's turned out to be not as bad as p... read more

I'm rocking my motorcycle wet weather gear, and my council gumboots, on the wet days. It's turned out to be not as bad as people would think.

10km hammered out a week or so back with my 8 and 6 year old! They were troopers!

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Crushing thru Wynyard quarter pause…. The calm before the storm ⛈️ praise you in the storm ☔️ thank you 🙏 Lord God almighty. Everywhere you Go “always take the weather “ Gabriel be still in Jesus n... read more

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My spot for curry nibbles in onehunga at lucky wok🚴😎🔥🤣✌️

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A fun cycle in this morning. Overtook 2 Porches ;)

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Dina Gray Great achievement!!

Great achievement!!

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. ... read more

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, beca... read more

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Joe Sheffield Remember to wear your helmet!

Remember to wear your helmet!

George P Great point Joe!

Great point Joe!

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... read more

I have to share this to the interweb as a sort of therapy... Hello, my names Tim and I'm a bicycle addict.... I survived two near misses last night on my commute home. Both times I reckon it is ... read more

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Tim H Hi Tim. NZ Cities (sadly ChCh one of the bad : ( do have a sad history of vehicle caused Cycling injuries some severe and.... read more

Hi Tim. NZ Cities (sadly ChCh one of the bad : ( do have a sad history of vehicle caused Cycling injuries some severe and.. deaths.If able join a Cycling Advocate group C.A.N. is one. Prob more in ChCh ..and help raise Awareness. Strength in numbers. Keep Cycle Safe !

Jake Humphreys Glad to hear they were misses, its difficult to explain to others how stressful and upsetting that grind is.

Glad to hear they were misses, its difficult to explain to others how stressful and upsetting that grind is.

I have just fitted this ebike conversion kit back onto my bike and its ready to go again. It is really fantastic for commuting, it blasts through the head winds and tackles the hills with ease! The... read more

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Carol Imray Great idea - I may explore this for some of the more reluctant cyclists in my family!

Great idea - I may explore this for some of the more reluctant cyclists in my family!

I used to be an avid bike rider - long rides every weekend, rides to the pub, rides to work. Since having a kiddo, the cycling has fallen by the wayside. And then today, I got back on the bike an... read more

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Dave Rabey YAY! Such an awesome story Julia , thanks for sharing!

YAY! Such an awesome story Julia , thanks for sharing!

Bike 10 Bus 0. In September I have now done 10 commutes , and not once has the bus I would take if I wasn't cycling passed me! Quicker, cheaper, better for the planet, better for my health.

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I cycled to work yesterday after dropping the kids off at school (pushing my bike) and realised that I arrived at work way earlier than if I got the bus. Happy days.

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Each year as we get closer to Spring I begin to keep a lookout for a particular magpie along a particular stretch of my commute. I couldn't possibly count the number of magpies that I get along wit... read more