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... Lire la suite

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I know there is a trail here somewhere...

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I love to ride, but hate the rain. Unfortunately, I live in one of the wettest places in the United States. When I wore out my road bike that I rode since 1993, I was looking for a new one. I set m... Lire la suite

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Now that my kids are getting to that fun teenage years, I get to have my day with a Father day, birthday and family time ride when i pick our activity.

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I started biking to grocery shop in 1979 when I moved to Santa Cruz. I've since shopped by pedal power and electric power first to the Westside Coop, then Community Foods, New Leaf and finally Staf... Lire la suite

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I was able to get some puncture resistant tyres and a new inner tube with the $100 prize for doing the bike challenge survey. The puncture resistant tyres are a must with urban riding.

I use elastic cords to secure loads. When I popped over the the grocery store with a short list, but got a longer list called in from headquarters, I was able to scrounge packaging and use my bung... Lire la suite

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After having a new hip installed in November I was nervous about getting back on my bike. I was terrified of falling over suddenly, not that I do that often lol!

But today marked the first... Lire la suite

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Hi,

Not so much a story but a plea. Is there anywhere good near rawtensall bus station to lock your bike?

Thanks in advance.

Stephen

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Are you interested in discovering some of our less known bike paths and trails within the City of Ventura? On the morning of December 14, 2018, I rode 15 miles within the City, exploring of these t... Lire la suite

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Finally get to do a ride in all weather .nice refreshing ride tonight we need the rain as very dry in Southland /waihopai

Enjoying breakfast with the rabbits.
Sunrise @ Tiger Hill on the Central Otago Rail Trail - part of my 80km ride Clyde to Lauder return -

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Stopped here for pic lots of giggles forgot we had helmets on n couldn't fit in it

For rookie riders like me, well-marked cycle lanes are a lifesaver—because let’s be real, learning to pedal in the chaos of Wellington traffic is basically an extreme sport 😂 This route? A beginner... Lire la suite

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Ditto Day at the Lab for a Sunday Funday with my beloved. Wore out the pocket rocket with an extended ride and me making her take the lead, but a fortuitous Southerly change gave her a nice tailwin... Lire la suite

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Was in the area of Otaki and went for a quick bike around. Found the river trail and explored that from one end to the other. Great easy ride and the locals have done well with making the trail be... Lire la suite

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My friend Zara came to visit and we did an epic ride in Christchurch, along the river to the beach.... well was going epically until we got a puncture. We foolishly had no pump, so chained up the b... Lire la suite

Mike Darton Great pic Charlie! (Mike here from the CTC trip to Nikau Palm Gully a few weeks ago).

Great pic Charlie! (Mike here from the CTC trip to Nikau Palm Gully a few weeks ago).

I bike to work year round and I have done so for about 8 years. I have had a locked bike stolen from a bike rack while at work.
I felt shocked and couldn't think what to do at first, but insura... Lire la suite

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Suraya Casey Cycling Action Network are encouraging people to email Hon Chris Bishop (Chris.[address removed]) about the bikes on buses ... read more

Cycling Action Network are encouraging people to email Hon Chris Bishop (Chris.[address removed]) about the bikes on buses ban. There's been a trial of secure bike racks inside buses in Auckland which looks to have been successful and might be a good solution.

The dormant trees, the fallen leaves, the sun piercing through the winter sky oh the energy. The feeling we share electrifying the light in me to Avalon. My bicycle has taken me the Virtuous feelin... Lire la suite

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

The dormant trees, the fallen leaves, the sun piercing through the winter sky , oh the energy the feeling we share electrifying the light in me. To Avalon my bicycle has taken me, the virtuous feel... Lire la suite

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This red bike has been my favourite and stopping in at the old train station the colours were too hard not to photograph. I have aero bars (not sure why) and so my aeroe handlbar harness kept slidi... Lire la suite

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My bicycle riding, the taste,the flavor let it be, heart pumping blood circulating the air whizzing the birds singing, the sun shining, the fog reeling in the salty ocean feeling, the magic of the... Lire la suite

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I am in Southland exploring the region.
Going on the long dusty backroads.
It has been a glorious way to see the landscape.

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Shelly Chainey Hi I'm doing in my town Makarewa if you keen for a ridec

Hi I'm doing in my town Makarewa if you keen for a ridec

I decided to add stops to my bike rides to take photos of film locations. I had ridden by many of these locations without realizing it.
If I were driving, parking would be difficult, but on my... Lire la suite

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Trip to Inverness to take part in the Etape Loch Ness 2025 and raise funds for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide.

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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... Lire la suite

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After a 10k run last night I wavered several times this morning before committing to riding to work this morning.
I’ve set myself the goal of 8 transport bike journey’s through May and I didn’t... Lire la suite

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Celebrating #loveMK with a bit of (kinda) Strava art cycling all on the glorious Redway network ❤️

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Tj Richards That's so cool! Well done!

That's so cool! Well done!

Do you get frustrated with traffic?

Take full control of your commute and cycle!

Avoid that traffic, arrive to work feeling refreshed and ready to start your day on the front fo... Lire la suite

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Last Thursday, my office held our annual Earth Day event. This year, I was inspired to get involved and help organize the event. I got connected with other cyclists at work and started planning for... Lire la suite

I was really itching for a long ride the other day, but I only had short window of time. Luckily there was a really strong, steady wind that day. I had a strong tailwind at the start of the ride, s... Lire la suite

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Whilst the trend for folks of a certain age, my age, is to go e-bike. I’ve gone the other way, I have reverted to being seven year old and thrashing around the streets on a Singlespeed bike… that’s... Lire la suite

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Steve Gardner I love single speeds too! I ride a converted 50 year old Motobecane and have put 15k miles on it the last three years. Sim... read more

I love single speeds too! I ride a converted 50 year old Motobecane and have put 15k miles on it the last three years. Simplicity rules!

Set myself a challenge to ride around Lake Ellesmere. Looked at how often it is open to the sea to make sure I could cross. Set out early on a Sat from Lincoln and going great guns until towards th... Lire la suite

My daughter was ready to ride and with the promise of sushi she was super keen. We even took a detour and went around the peninsula road and up past the port. A great ride had by all!

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Parked my car in Spreydon and biked an easy 3km to work. Intended biking straight back to car after work but it took 10km. Loving getting out & exploring our cycleways.

Reporting live from the Arthurs Point Bike Bus inaugural ride... 15 energetic kids, six adults and one amazing Bike Bus Leader travelled in two-wheeled style this morning. From Arthurs Point to Que... Lire la suite

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Exercise is great for my mental health. When I am having particular difficult days, taking the scenic route back home (i.e. from the CBD around the bays and Miramar Peninsula to the south coast) is... Lire la suite

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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... Lire la suite

So lucky to be spoiled with cycle paths. My whole glorious commute this morning was on designated cycle track. What a fabulous way to start the day.

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When I was a kid I would watch out the car window on the boring trip from home in Central Otago to Dunedin, reckoning that I could ride my bike to town instead. So much better.

Nowadays th... Lire la suite

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Nola Gillies Have done all the sections of this trail a couple of times - love it. Then finish it off with Dunedin's Port to Port. ... read more

Have done all the sections of this trail a couple of times - love it. Then finish it off with Dunedin's Port to Port. From the dust of Central Otago to the freshness of the ocean - awesome - Nola

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?!
<... Lire la suite

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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 woke up this morning and what did I see the clouds of winter smiling at me beckoning me come ride before I cry and this rain squeezes out of me the adrenaline pumping through me the chemicals in ... Lire la suite

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My green Scott 21’ frame just was taken today outside Colchester leisure world between 1-:30-3pm while I was at work, please keep an eye out it is registered with police and I had brand new lights ... Lire la suite

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Nik Hughes Sorry to hear about your bike. Have you posted details of your bike on Stolen/Found Bicycles in Colchester [address removed... read more

Sorry to hear about your bike. Have you posted details of your bike on Stolen/Found Bicycles in Colchester [address removed] It&#39;s a good community network for supporting cyclists

The start or should I say serious start of my cycling adventure began in Ernest after my father's funeral four years ago . He loved to cycle his flying scot bike in the rain and did Edinburgh to Gl... Lire la suite

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Rob Wormald That’s a great story Kenneth. My Dad was also a keen cyclist, took me on a cycle sidecar around the then mostly unmade road... read more

That’s a great story Kenneth. My Dad was also a keen cyclist, took me on a cycle sidecar around the then mostly unmade roads of the far north of Scotland (where my Mum was from) when I was less than 2 years old. But gave me the cycling bug long before he passed away.

kenneth armstrong It's funny how my Dad who I loved dearly his passing became a positive rather than negative thanks for sharing your story 😊

It&#39;s funny how my Dad who I loved dearly his passing became a positive rather than negative thanks for sharing your story 😊

Bronte Tierney Amazing story Kenneth, what a lovely insight into your cycling journey, thank you so much for sharing. And well done again ... read more

Amazing story Kenneth, what a lovely insight into your cycling journey, thank you so much for sharing. And well done again for reaching your goal this Winter!

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Today, Sunday, and this morning‘s ride through Corralitos Ca. The sunshine the fresh air and the alluring smell of apple cider as I ride through the dormant apple orchards eminently prompting a fee... Lire la suite

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I cycle commute as much as I ever can...
Outside those usual times I wear silly costumes as I have been doing for 4 years now, everything from a Stormtrooper, a 100k race on my single speed dre... Lire la suite

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tim lisle Splendid Stuff. Never give up

Splendid Stuff. Never give up

An unusual bicycle gets attention and starts conversations. Back in 1997, I needed a bike, as mine kept getting stolen, even though they were all second-hand and not fancy. I'd recently read M... Lire la suite

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Bryan Dotson I have a tandem and it draws attention.

I have a tandem and it draws attention.

I bought my ebike from a relatively obscure ebike company in 2018, mainly because it was extremely affordable on a student salary, and it was a New Zealand company. The nearest shop that sold them ... Lire la suite

One of the best trails I've ever experienced. Challenged myself to do the whole thing in one day. Stopped at the camp site half way for a photo, no turning back now. So many great views of our spec... Lire la suite

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