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Image for story Ride for Gordy

Ride for Gordy

This morning I rode 10 miles in memory of Gordy Shields! #GORDYSHIELDS2020 #LOVETORIDESD

Image for story Just get out :)

Just get out :)

There are so many reasons and ways to ride ;) Our local brewery has an "order online, pick it up outside" option, with a free roll of toilet paper with your order.
Then there's the gr... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

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Dane County's Capitol City Trail

The Capitol City Trail (CCT) is an enjoyable result of conservation and recreation foresight, featuring a tour of the Nine Springs E-Way. This trail connects with the Southwest Path and other Madis... Leer más

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

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Image for story I would ride 500 miles...

I would ride 500 miles...

I like to set myself a target each year. In 2020 I decided that one month I would try and ride 500 miles, having never done that before. I'd got a couple of long sportive rides planned, which have ... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

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discovering Bristols cycle network

During this time of lock down and being made re-redundant I have been exploring Bristol by bike. I discovered the festival line and i think it is one of the nicest ride I have been on for a while.... Leer más

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Image for story Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 5)

Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 5)

Day 6 (Final day and travel day back)

We pushed on to the Butt of Lewis lighthouse– through the glorious sunshine again to the very end of the Hebridean Way. To be honest I cried when I sa... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

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Image for story Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 3)

Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 3)


Day 3

A cosy sleep and a few snacks later – we set off for the lovely Baleshare beach! The sun was out again and stayed out too. Heading to the beach the wind was against us a wee bit... Leer más

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Image for story Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 1)

Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 1)


The Hebridean Way

[address removed]
(photos available on my blog)

(June 2019)

So – a group of my lady friends and I decided to take on the challenge of cyclin... Leer más

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Windy coastal ride.

Today’s [address removed] When the wind blows here there is very little to stop it. We don’t have majestic hills or forests; we have mainly flat terrain and coastal views. On a day when the wind is... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

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Image for story I SEE YOU

I SEE YOU

I see you.
Out there uncomfortably wobbling along on a bike that’s been tucked away in the place where good intentions get stored for “when we get a chance”.

I see you.
Out the... Leer más

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Image for story Going back to basics: Riding for fun

Going back to basics: Riding for fun

Anyone that knows me, knows I don't drive.
I fully rely on my bike to do everything and to go everywhere. I buy groceries, take the pets to the Vet, meet friends, social ride, go to work, go... Leer más

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Bikes can be fixed

A friend thought her bike was a lost cause and was asking around for bike shops and used bikes. I told her I'd take a look: her bike was nearly new and in fantastic shape! All it needed was a fro... Leer más

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Image for story Virtual Community through the Bike Easy April Challenge

Virtual Community through the Bike Easy April Challenge

I've worked with Bike Easy to help plan the monthly challenge since we first started implementing the Love to Ride platform 4 years ago. First as a volunteer, my role at Bike Easy eventually expand... Leer más

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Image for story Yer Must Be Mad

Yer Must Be Mad

Nope, They must be mad. Getting on a slow packed sweaty bus or sitting in their car stuck in traffic for an hour every morning and evening. Start the day with a breath of fresh air and an easy but ... Leer más

Topic: Mi viaje al trabajo en bicicleta

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Still Commuting.

Work as a Laboratory Technician for a Dairy/Creamery Company in Leeds, so recognised as a Key Worker. I can still ride to and from Work each shift, in my seventh year of only riding or walking to W... Leer más

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Becoming a drug mule!

I’m combining my daily exercise with runs to the chemist for prescriptions for those who can’t get out- seems like a perfect combo?!

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Image for story Keep calm and pedal on!

Keep calm and pedal on!

Making the most of this strange time to explore the local lanes and smile at strangers

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Peaceful pedalling

#nocarbon Taking advantage of the worst of times to get out on the quiet country lanes, practicing social distancing and enjoying the fresh air and exercise whilst having the time to do it...

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Image for story Cycling Vet Nurse Cares For Sick Cat

Cycling Vet Nurse Cares For Sick Cat

During these difficult times of Covid-19 it is important to offer support to those in need. When a lady in the village reached out asking for help as her cat was poorly I did not hesitate to offer ... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

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Image for story Stuck in the time of Corona

Stuck in the time of Corona

Not so much a story as a pause on a journey. Some 3 years ago I bought and rode a bike for the first time in 30 years. I had thought it would be for riding up and down the Exe estuary where I live.... Leer más

Topic: Otro

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£90 shop on a bike!

I'm trying to avoid shopping unnecessarily, so hadn't been to the supermarket in almost 2 weeks. Our fridge was empty, and the rest of our food supplies were running low. We've been getting fruit a... Leer más

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My son and me

Although the corona virus is not a good thing. Something very positive has happened for our family. Due to the quietness of the country roads where we live, me and my son and me have been able to... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

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Image for story Buzzard in the sunset

Buzzard in the sunset

Getting out on your bike is a safe way to experience the world outside while we're all self-isolating. And you never know what you might see! I cycled up towards Ditchling Beacon. Stopping to watch... Leer más

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Love to still get out

I am 73 and have cycled on average 3 times a week doing on average 70 to 100 miles a week when the weather permitting and this year I have set my self a target of 2020 miles as it is the year. Wit... Leer más

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Image for story Social distancing

Social distancing

Decided to get out and about, & made sure I kept to the 2m rule, not for social distancing reasons, but because I am so slow!

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Coming back

In January, I replaced my left knee with one made of titanium, plastic, and glue. The very last thing I did before I left for the hospital was ride the stationary bike for 30 minutes.

Post... Leer más

Topic: Alentar a otros a montar en bici

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Image for story Desert Riding

Desert Riding

There is nothing like riding in the high desert in Nevada. There is untold beauty in the desert if one just looks. Sunrises and sunsets are unmatched.

Topic: Mi lugar/ruta favorita para montar en bici

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April riding

I ride regularly to and from work and weekends.
Having been in lockdown since bank holiday Monday, I have clocked up 695 miles in April.
This just going out and doing a loop from home, the... Leer más

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Image for story The coolest bike ped bridge in Silicon Valley

The coolest bike ped bridge in Silicon Valley

The most beautiful bike and pedestrian bridge in Silicon Valley spans the Junipero Serra Fwy (Interstate 280) between Sunnyvale and Cupertino. I crossed it today on my way to get to a socially dist... Leer más

Topic: Mi viaje al trabajo en bicicleta

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Image for story SOMETIMES YOU GOTTA COME HOME EMPTY

SOMETIMES YOU GOTTA COME HOME EMPTY

“Dinner’s ready!” “OK ma I’ll be right there - just finishing up real quick!” I have been using this tactic all my life. You know what? Never worked 😖 - not once. “One more game, it’ll be quick”..... Leer más

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Image for story Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 4)

Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 4)

Day 5

Jenny and I set off out of Tarbert to be greeted by the biggest ol’ hill we had seen. But. We. Did. It. AND to our right we saw not one … but two eagles!!! Swooping down the hillside... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

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Image for story Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 2)

Cycling the full The Outer Hebrides (Part 2)


Day 2

The cycling begins! We set off after having a yummy breakfast at the Toffee Factory (aka Heart Hebrides ) for a big bowl of porridge to fuel us for the day ahead.

Off t... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

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Image for story Ceramic Artist

Ceramic Artist

I feel so lucky that my bike commute to my pottery studio is on beautiful many San Diego paths including the Spanish Trail and along Liberty Station.

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Image for story Back on my bike

Back on my bike

I gave cycling up a few months ago as I find change very hard to cope with with Autism. I was getting distressed going out on rides,having to cope with the difference, but at the same time I was be... Leer más

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Newest Rider.

Those who know me will tell you that I am seldom at a loss for words. But this week...these weeks, I've struggled for inspiration, and encouragement.

But today I watched my car free stree... Leer más

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From about 10 years ago, a ride on my 1931 delivery bike

Today, Monday is one of my non-working days; I work my contracted hours over 9 days of each fortnight. Therefore, having done my chores and listened to the weather forecast I got ‘Old Faithful’ out... Leer más

Topic: Un recuerdo feliz andando en bici

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My New Toy

All the worry over the thing and a lockdown and no exercise, not good! What is a boy to do?
Someone who trains 3 hours every day and has been very active for 50 years just cannot switch off. <... Leer más

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Turbo speed

With my being in the “at risk” category and all the confusion regarding how far we should cycle, a few days before the lockdown was announced I went out and bought a turbo trainer. I now cycle to m... Leer más

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Bicycling and jewelry

Today was a cool breezy day so I rode my bike to the post office to mail a package from my jewelry business to the buyer. It was a wonderful ride and I enjoyed being out and about on this good day.

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Image for story One Hour of Peacefulness

One Hour of Peacefulness

Well -my motivation has been a bit rocky in the last few weeks... the same as lots of peeps I expect! But I’ve clocked a few rides lately.

Struggling to know whether to wear shorts or my ... Leer más

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Image for story #NoCarbon and Daily Exercise

#NoCarbon and Daily Exercise

Since the Government started giving us daily exercise tokens to cash in, I've found that I have placed a higher value on getting outside, both for head space and to keep fit.

I started re... Leer más

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Image for story Keep peddling

Keep peddling

#nocarbon.
During this time everyone needs to keep calm and peddling still taking the country way to at lascar Electronics doing important work for the Nhs and safety critical company's xx ever... Leer más

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Image for story From Daily Commute to Daily Exercise #NoCarbon

From Daily Commute to Daily Exercise #NoCarbon

I started commuting to work by bike back in August 2019 using my old "vintage" mountain bike. I've now completed a total of 1550 miles in 220 trips and only missed one day commuting - that was my ... Leer más

Topic: Mi viaje al trabajo en bicicleta

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Image for story Boardman goes on

Boardman goes on

About 10 years ago I bought a Boardman Hybrid to commute to work. I've never looked back. Saved a fortune in petrol , parking fees. Been environmentally friendly. I've kept for any kept on riding t... Leer más

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Image for story Stuck in the time of Corona

Stuck in the time of Corona

Not so much a story as a pause on a journey. Some 3 years ago I bought and rode a bike for the first time in 30 years. I had thought it would be for riding up and down the Exe estuary where I live.... Leer más

Topic: Otro

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#NoCarbon

I'm alternating my one exercise stint a day into an ever quickening daily rota of...
Road Bike, Run, Mountain Bike. The kilos are coming off fa fast. Not only No Carbon, but no beer either. +/-... Leer más

Topic: Andar en bicicleta en la era del coronavirus

Biking to the shops

My ride to our village shop, supporting local businesses, comes with 2 rewards, a lovely downhill freewheel there and knowing I am not using the car #NoCarbon
But then the steep Devon hills, ... Leer más

Topic: Alentar a otros a montar en bici

Image for story Socially isolating

Socially isolating

Only managed to get out on my bike once during the week to pick up a neighbours medication. By kept up the skills with YouTube indoor cycling through Spain and NZ and no Jet lag.

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Image for story Staying sane

Staying sane

Being on my bike is what keeps me sane at the best of times, so this feeling has been magnified by the circumstances we find ourselves in.

My daily cycle is not just for pleasure and exerc... Leer más

Topic: Mi romance con la bici

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Image for story London-to-Brighton turned into Home-to-Sainsburys

London-to-Brighton turned into Home-to-Sainsburys

I bought a new bike right before the lockdown to use in the London-to-Brighton ride, but then that got cancelled so it's been clocking up miles collecting groceries instead.

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