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Image for story Red Rocks Colorado

Red Rocks Colorado

Nothing beats the Denver Metro Area to Red Rocks in Morrison, CO. I did a couple gigs there through the years and saw some riders making the climb to the top. I was intrigued to say the least and m... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Back after flu!

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 :-)

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story Changing up my lunch routing

Changing up my lunch routing

Working remotely has it pros and its cons. For my lunch hour, normally I make lunch and then sit in front of the TV (how great!) or on my phone while eating. With the weather warming up I wanted ... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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Image for story Wild & Windy

Wild & Windy

Too windy for these old birds to go out on bikes so we compromised & went for a walk instead
Does that count!!!!!?

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Image for story From Jersey to cycle around whole Guernsey

From Jersey to cycle around whole Guernsey

I took my electric, cargo bike on ferry to Guernsey. Set myself a challenge I would Cycle around whole Island, and…. I did it! Took me like around 80km in 2 days, but I’m a photographer so I enjoye... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Spring in Central California

Spring in Central California

Yesterday, three friends and I rode 40 miles out to Millerton Lake. The recent/unusual rain covered the green hillsides with tiny whites,lupine, poppies, wild onions and golden fiddleneck.

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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Image for story Picnicking

Picnicking

When I want inspiration to head out on a solo ride I choose somewhere I would like to have a picnic. I check the map, plan a route using quiet lanes, pack some food and head out on a mini adventure.

Topic: Other

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Image for story ITS DARK NIGHTS AT NIGHT WITH WINDY TREE.

ITS DARK NIGHTS AT NIGHT WITH WINDY TREE.

I RIDE IN THE WET RAIN
IT POURS DOWN AND IM HAPPY THE WIND IS LOUD THE TREES BLOW IN THE WIND AND A FUNNY CAR DRIVES AROUND THE LONG DARK ROAD FUNNY LIGHTS APPEAR AND MOANING MEN WITH NO WHER... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Rain

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story Riding the new extension of the Coastal Trail

Riding the new extension of the Coastal Trail

The Coastal Trail was completed from the Saint Marks Trail, near Saint Marks Florida, alongside Rt 98 to Medart , Florida, several years ago . During the past year, crews have been working to exten... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Colleagues power ⚡️

Colleagues power ⚡️

Connecting with activities. Lunch breaks spending with biking + lessons how to ride 😍 happy to help

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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900kms in 9 months

My daughter started school last year. We live about 1.5km away from school. So for me, especially being from Dutch descend, it comes naturally to bike to work and drop Ana off at school on the way.... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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Image for story Happy for the finer weather!

Happy for the finer weather!

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story Strelley way Nottingham Rural Riders

Strelley way Nottingham Rural Riders

First time riding with Rural Rides. We had a lovely time, a lot of happy chatter. Discovered new routes through the city, as well. We had an exceptional leader! Sunshine all the way.

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story NPMTB club 7hr relay

NPMTB club 7hr relay

Despite foul weather to start, had an excellent day riding with a great group of ladies, taking turns riding the 4km course, encouraging and challenging eachother to go hard it give it our all for ... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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Image for story Just do it 🚲

Just do it 🚲

This year I’d planned to ride from Feb 1st, however was away for Waitangi weekend, then moved house, so my Aotearoa Bike Challenge started on the 15th of Feb.

At the beginning of November... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Image for story Cycle September Prize Winner!

Cycle September Prize Winner!

After taking part in Cycle September 2022 and winning the £1,000 prize, I went to the local bike shop to fix up my bike. This is what I did with my prize!

We have had our three bikes fully... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Ahhh! Wet weather will I melt...

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Image for story A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW

A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW

Some days it’s two wheels, some days it’s three... cruiser, touring, trike, or 29’r. Most days it’s a ride to/from work. Other days it’s a ramble to somewhere or a race to nowhere. Riding to get ... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Top Cycling Tip - leg shaving for pros

Top Cycling Tip - leg shaving for pros

Many people mistakenly think that a pro cyclist technique is to shave both legs to increase aerodynamic efficiency and on-bike speed.

This is wrong. A true pro only shaves one leg so that ... read more

Topic: Other

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Image for story My Public Private Partnership

My Public Private Partnership

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 offic... read more

Topic: My commute by bike

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Welcome to Western China to explore, with a road bike!

itinerary overview
Days of travel: 7 days and 8 nights
Number of trips: 3-5 people

A journey that pushes your physical limits, explores parts of the unknown, and takes you on one o... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Image for story CCC bike path ride

CCC bike path ride

This morning I went on a CCC organised bike ride along bike paths in Christchurch, with my son joining in riding his electric unicycle. A range of ages riding a diverse range of bikes. Great day fo... read more

Topic: Other

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After Gabrielle

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Cycling through post cyclone

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Coast to coast charity ride

I have agreed to do the Somerset to Dorset coast to coast cycle challenge for the air ambulance…. Such a great charity.. it’s crazy to think how the air ambulance is self funded and really relies o... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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My Bike story

I've been riding bikes since I was knee high to a grasshopper. Then I grew up and learned to drive. Drove everywhere and heavily relied on my car, even for those short distances to the local shops.... read more

Topic: Other

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Fair weather cycling fail.

When I bought my bike in June last year I proudly proclaimed that I was a fair weather cyclist. I have to confess that I’ve really let myself down, I’ve cycled every day since 30th January, and ha... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Image for story One last push

One last push

So almost there guys… hope you have all achieved your goals… but if not don’t be disappointed.. if you have been out in your bike only once this month it’s still an achievement..

My last p... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Image for story Interview - Fietsambassadeur Noord-Veluwe

Interview - Fietsambassadeur Noord-Veluwe

Dit is Johan, een doorgewinterde fietser die het heerlijk vindt om op zijn sportieve stadsfiets door het bosrijke gebied van de Veluwe te fietsen. Zijn fiets is zijn favoriete manier van vervoer; “... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Only me!!

Only me!!

Talked my cycling partner into joining me for a bike ride & a swim… she only managed the swim as the weather wasn’t cycling weather 😳 it was ok for her as she drove off from LQ in her nice war... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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100 Miles

I rode 100 in one day on June 17th 2018.

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Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Spin…swim….spin

Spin…swim….spin

Picked a cycle route & off I went… it was going well until I took the wrong turning & then spent half an hour to get my bearings again… quick stop off at Bicycle Workshop as I realised whil... read more

Topic: My Bicycle Romance

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Image for story Getting the bike serviced ready for The Monsal Trail

Getting the bike serviced ready for The Monsal Trail

Took my bike to Lincoln Station for Jimmy the Bike mechanic to service the bike ready for my next Youtube video 'The Monsal Trail'

It was night and day after it was service on how crucial... read more

Topic: Other

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Sea life

On my cycle yesterday morning down st Catherine's break water I seen a pod of dolphins tried to video but my phone ain't no good at filming wildlife documentaries. Was really nice to see them so cl... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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100 +second night

The last time I rode over 100 klms was almost 50 years ago when I didn`t want to go to school so packed my duffel bag with what I thought I would need, along with the money from my after school job... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Motivation

Motivation

I'm loving the motivation Ride and Shine has given me to get out on my bike! Such a great way to start and end the working day and making memories on the weekend with the family for a bike ride aro... read more

Topic: Ride with kids

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Image for story Man cave

Man cave

Hang my Kona inside with light🔥🚴‍♀️😎

Topic: Other

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Image for story The best family hobby

The best family hobby

I started riding my bike to get fit, I then started taking my 11yr old to teach him some road sense and then started riding with my dog to get fit (and burn some energy!). My partner then thought h... read more

Topic: Ride with kids

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Image for story Building Confidence

Building Confidence

Our 8 year old has always been a bit nervous on her bike. Growing up, I was the same so can sympathize with her feelings. During this challenge we've gone on a number family bike rides, and today ... read more

Topic: Ride with kids

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Lessons re-learnt

I’ve been a regular cyclist for over 25 years, and today, on my first ever 100km bike, I made a handful of lazy choices that dampened the occasion. So, I’ll be doing the following religiously in fu... read more

Topic: A story from the Bike Challenge

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Image for story Advice needed☔

Advice needed☔

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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Bike bros

Every morning my work mate and I cross paths along the avenue. We always give each other a cheery "Hello" which I'm sure you'll agree is a lovely way to start your day :)

Topic: Encouraging others to cycle

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Speeding Towards Adventure: The Thrill of Biking at a bike track.

As soon as I stepped onto the bike track at a Primary School, I felt the cool breeze hit my face, and my heart began to race with excitement. The sun was shining, and the grass was a vibrant green.... read more

Topic: A happy cycling memory

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Image for story Mangamahoe bike park with the dogs

Mangamahoe bike park with the dogs

My dogs love the New Plymouth Mangamahoe Bike park as much as I do. The border collie knows that at the end of the track is a river and he loves to bath in that river to cool down. It’s his happy ... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Image for story Pink

Pink

there is never enough pink

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Cyclone destruction

I was loving being part of " Love to ride" but Cyclone Gabrielle has put a temporary stop to riding. The utter destruction and loss of power has been challenging and we are the lucky ones. Kia kaha

Topic: Other

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Waimahanga track Onerahi

This is a lovely easy track that takes you out or from the beautiful Onerahi foreshore..it connects with the cycle trail from the town basin/ Hatea Loop at Te Matau a Pohe and its safe and scenic -... read more

Topic: My favourite place/route to cycle

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Image for story Unlikely cyclists

Unlikely cyclists

Before we bought a cargo bike at the end of 2019 I rarely rode a bike for transport, and especially not on the road. I was nervous of riding a new bike, nervous of riding anywhere new, and I would ... read more

Topic: Carbon Crushers

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All weather biking

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

Topic: My commute by bike

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