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

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I started commuting by bike at uni because the buses were expensive and unreliable. 15 years later and I still commute to work by bike every day. I encouraged my housemate to start cycling. He's ve... read more

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I’m Niall, originally from Ireland, but I’ve been living in East Renfrewshire for the past 14 years. I’ve always enjoyed being active, and cycling has become a big part of my routine—whether it's f... read more

Most Saturday mornings I put this on and head out to do Parkrun. I hope it encourages others to think about such choices ❤️🚴👏

For those of us living in the proximity of the Bristol Channel, one fascinating opportunity is to cross the Severn Bridge via the shared footpath/cycle path, parallel to the M48 motorway. This is t... read more

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Andrew West Super! I shall definitely be trying the Severn Bridge crossing now.

Super! I shall definitely be trying the Severn Bridge crossing now.

On Friday, October 11th, we embarked on a 92-mile cycling adventure from Barry Island Station to Sharpness, united by a common cause – to support the Save Tall Ship Tenacious campaign and inspire i... read more

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Every morning sunday, the city streets are available for cycling, running, skaters, etc. It's a great opportunity for enjoy sports with family and friends!

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Pouring rain we left the airport area and did the whole ride!

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My journey has been a difficult one, and one in which I have learnt a lot about myself both mentally and physically.

My boundless amounts of positivity have always turned the frequent dow... read more

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Dinesh Gupta I salute your tenacity and positive mindset sir, it's an example and an inspiration to us all how you have constantly found... read more

I salute your tenacity and positive mindset sir, it's an example and an inspiration to us all how you have constantly found new ways and means. I can see how important cycling is to you and long may you continue!!

Many former railway lines in North East England have been converted to paths for cycling and walking. This is an old rail map from the railway station at Beamish, superimposed with a nearly traffic... read more

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Ride a bike rain or shine..hehehe

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My name is Tony, I’m from Salford and moved to Blackpool a few years ago to be near
family. I’ve been a cyclist for years and love to cycle whenever I get the chance! I
regularly take my li... read more

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Pedal the way up

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A bit of a shameless work plug but a great initiative!

Lang Toun Cycles, based in Kirkcaldy, Fife, has launched a new e-bike subscription service to make it easier for people in Fife to ge... read more

Peter Wooding Great news and fantastic support to help get more people out riding!

Great news and fantastic support to help get more people out riding!

Got my buddy out on his new to him used bike! Hope to have him in as the 2nd member of the Hoboken Cycling Club soon! Join to watch our progress!

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Most amazing cycle trail -- spectacular scenery and lots of fun physical challenges -- although best part by far was meeting golden-oldies were totally kicking it -- So, so inspiring -- If you ever... read more

“For me riding a bicycle helps me to become aware of the elements and landscapes around me. It’s a form of mobile meditation and a test of endurance when it its rainy and windy”. - Paula López

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Planning on visiting my grandchildren on the weekend, I was looking forward
to catching up with them. Having a lunch time meet up was a good idea, as it gave
the modern generation time to... read more

Mainly I commute to work daily. I have been known to cycle a few miles to go for a swim and back again. Or to visit family up in the forest. So I would say I’m an experienced rider, but every ride ... read more

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I am thrilled to have had my application to become a Teacher Cycling Community Ambassador approved! Dan Grindrod has worked incredibly hard to build this grass-roots post-Covid cycling community fo... read more

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Jake Shepherd Link also here: www [dot] teachercycling [dot] com /profile/ jdashepherd /profile

Link also here: www [dot] teachercycling [dot] com /profile/ jdashepherd /profile

I am a freelance photographer in Hamilton and have never owned a car and for the last 50 years have been cycling everywhere. I have never had an interest in getting a licence. “Everything I needed ... read more

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Over the weekend, hubby and I met in with his brother in Hamilton. We all have e-bikes, although he has not ridden far from home (he is worried his battery won't last long enough for a lengthy ride... read more

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Yesterday we went for a bike ride as part of our team meeting. We have many new starts and are encouraging them to Love to Ride.

Greener Kirkcaldy and Langtoun cycles are working hard to ... read more

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Shona Park This is ace Peter! Well done! Great to see so many folks out on their bikes for a meeting! Best way to have a meeting :)

This is ace Peter! Well done! Great to see so many folks out on their bikes for a meeting! Best way to have a meeting :)

About seventy years ago I cycled to school most days - three miles each way. About 75 years ago I rode a tricycle.
My world has gone full circle and I now ride a trike again but just two or th... read more

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Isn't it interesting that, in sports-mad New Zealand, many people think it's absurd to get on a bike and ride three blocks to the dairy, when you could just drive? I mean, who would do that?!
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Stephanie Chernishov If you can see my outfit in my pick it's a retro style black dress with lemons on it - I take a similar view to you with br... read more

If you can see my outfit in my pick it&#39;s a retro style black dress with lemons on it - I take a similar view to you with bright jackets but not neccessarily fluoro vests.

I live in Galston, a town in East Ayrshire, Scotland. I first learned to ride a bike, at aged 4.
Gaining independence throughout the years then beginning riding to school, cycling to friends' h... read more

Bernard Fosnaugh Sounds like you have a wonderful life of riding ahead of you. Sending cheers from California.

Sounds like you have a wonderful life of riding ahead of you. Sending cheers from California.

Récemment pationné de vélo, je décide de me lancer et de formé une équipe de 6 afin de participé à l événement. Cyclistes occasionnels tout comme débutants, qui se magasinaient un vélo encore 6 sem... read more

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Yusef Abedi Great

Great

92 miles DONE! 🎉
What a weekend with an incredible mixed ability team! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️
We cycled all the way from Barry Island to Gloucester and even managed to squeeze in an interview with Mike ... read more

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I wanted to encourage more members of my team to ride for Cycle September as well as build up my own miles. I cycle small distances for transport but haven't been out on a longer ride for ages. We... read more

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In conjunction with Noosa Trailblazers, I have been teaching 20 women the fundamental mountain bike skills to encourage them to ride more frequently with more confidence.

It's awesome to ... read more

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I always commuted by bike but joining Black Women on Wheels has been amazing for improving my cycling skills and doing long rides and sportives like Ride London. I’m now a BWOW ride lead and it’s s... read more

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Growing up in the 1950s, cycling was an integral part of a child's everyday life. It was the mode of transportation to school, friends' houses, sports activities, and the shops. When the weather wa... read more

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I enjoy getting as many people to ride as much as possible

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Just a quick note, I had to share my news with someone. I am back on my bike!
After a period of nearly 9 months with a dodgy leg from a back injury I am back on a bike and loving it!
I wen... read more

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I bought my cargo bike (actually a trike) a couple of years ago now, and use it for the weekly shop and anytyelse I need to carry something bigger around locally. We have a great shared use cycle ... read more

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Shona Park This is such a great example of how useful and enjoyable the cargo bike is! Thanks for sharing Colin. :)

This is such a great example of how useful and enjoyable the cargo bike is! Thanks for sharing Colin. :)

I completed my Rhod confidence course on the 6th April thru learn to ride and ECC instructors.
I would recommend anyone who has just started cycling again to take this course the instruct... read more

Yesterday was excellent, weather, fun, scenery, type one fun. We cycled from Cambridge, to Wicken Fen on to the lcknield way through Cavenham heath, Kings Forest and on to Knettershall Heath where ... read more

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Chris BOWER Brilliant! - Have you tried The Wolf Way bikepacking route around Suffolk? - see wolfwaysuffolk.com for more info. 🙂

Brilliant! - Have you tried The Wolf Way bikepacking route around Suffolk? - see wolfwaysuffolk.com for more info. 🙂

I saw my neighbours outside with their wee one on his little balance bike.
I looked at my box of unused pavement chalk sitting around and knew what needed to happen.
Some time and a combine... read more

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“Benefits of riding on the trails for me the adrenaline and not being stuck on a couch or in a bar, it’s great for your mental health too“ - Te Mauri Tini

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My boss Wendy and I took the Active Southland E-Bikes for a spin on Valentine’s Day! Our first 1:1 catch up on wheels.

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I had never ridden a pedal bike before, my hubby buys me one for my 52nd birthday. It is an e-mountain bike, I thought I would never love it as much as my motorbike and it would sit in garage like ... read more

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Kandin Robinson I was the same about my motorcycle 4 years ago. But I have gotten to the stage where I'm going to sell my motorbike so I ca... read more

I was the same about my motorcycle 4 years ago. But I have gotten to the stage where I&#39;m going to sell my motorbike so I can buy a second mountain bike and a road cycle... Glad to hear you&#39;re enjoying it and very interesting to hear the health benefits you&#39;ve seen. Keep it up

Kim Hogan Thanks Kandin, I still love my motorbike and will never part with it but definitely pedal power is just as enjoyable. Maybe... read more

Thanks Kandin, I still love my motorbike and will never part with it but definitely pedal power is just as enjoyable. Maybe one day we will meet on a trail. Keep up the great work, and thanks for the comment. 😊

I have cycled for years but only bikepacked serious the last three years. The routes l do are all in the UK and are usually around 200-400 miles long. Its something I love to do and wanted to take ... read more

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Adrian Lewis Good luck - sounds awesome

Good luck - sounds awesome

More than 50 cyclists gathered in Queenstown and Wanaka for barista coffees and pain au chocolate, croissants and muffins to fuel their ride to work. Braving the light drizzle, but celebrating the ... read more

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I finally had the guts to start my biking challenge yesterday with my hubby and son. So fun.. today I rode to work. Small accomplishments, makes me happy 😊. See you around bikers!

Anke Fronius Congratulations to getting started! That’s always the hardest bit and you have done it! Enjoy!!!

Congratulations to getting started! That’s always the hardest bit and you have done it! Enjoy!!!