A quick ride by the river today 🙂

14 miles today on my new bikes maiden voyage to run it in.
A nice quiet route including a ride from Shildon to newton aycliffe past the locomotion museum, which is a lovely smooth wide path. I... read more

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first_621085 last_621085 Fantastic, we have been to the Shildon museum on holiday and I remember it well - it would be a lovely cycle :) Your new b... read more

Fantastic, we have been to the Shildon museum on holiday and I remember it well - it would be a lovely cycle :) Your new bike looks great

On Sunday 28th of August I was involved in a sponsored bike ride to raise money for The Christy's Cancer Research, the was circa 50 people riding on the day.

I was riding with the Wigan R... read more

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Reduce CO2 emission by cycling 100 miles a week to work ...... Yes. I did it!!!!

My 2nd year fundraising for this great cause. In UTAH this week clocking miles. Riding early to beat the heat.
Staying hydrated, enjoying the scenery. If you can, help . . . . .

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first_600748 last_600748 Check out GREAT CYCLE CHALLENGE 2022 enjoy

Check out GREAT CYCLE CHALLENGE 2022 enjoy

Cafe88, Abbey Street, Accrington, BB5 1EE (near NCN 6) are offering,

Free Water Top Up or Refill
Breakfast Bap with Standard Coffee for £2.95
Coffee & Cake for £4.00 with stand... read more

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I got back on the bike this weekend by cycling around Portland in Dorset with my parents. Lots of greenery and cliffs along this cycle route - a bit different to a daily commute! Still not brave en... read more

I might be stating the obvious, but I was debating whether to cycle or get the bus to work yesterday. Cycling won, and in doing so I saved £3.50. This will obviously add up and might be a big help ... read more

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I cycle a lot to work average 26 miles round trip. I lock my bike up at work in the covered bike rack. I came out of work and my bike was gone... but my bike lock still attached to the rack posts... read more

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first_618139 last_618139 Good to know, this is why I keep my bike in the office as it getting stolen is a constant worry

Good to know, this is why I keep my bike in the office as it getting stolen is a constant worry

first_524123 last_524123 I actually have all 4 of my bikes insured separately. The E-bike is worth over £2,000 is insured by a specific company Bikm... read more

I actually have all 4 of my bikes insured separately. The E-bike is worth over £2,000 is insured by a specific company Bikmo, the hybrid bike as you say I had to declare on my flats contents insurance as it's over £800, the e-mountain bike which was retro fitted is living at my parents house so has been declared & included on their contents policy as an individual item worth £1,500, my old road bike which lives upstairs in my flat on the indoor trainer is covered on my contents as it's only worth about £330 to replace. It's a nightmare when your bike is stolen, even when you use gold standard locks as specified by the insurance company

first_621085 last_621085 What a nightmare for you. :(

What a nightmare for you. :(

first_29220 last_29220 My gosh... Terrible tale! I've told my NHS manager I'm going to keep my road bike in the office with me from now on. It's l... read more

My gosh... Terrible tale! I've told my NHS manager I'm going to keep my road bike in the office with me from now on. It's light enough to carry up the stairs & although I have a super set of locks (plural) I'm not going to risk the Bianchi...

first_211746 last_211746 That's awful

That's awful

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Gavlann Deal

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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

So this is not an Illinois story per se, but I am from IL and just completed RAGBRAI at the end of July. I had tried RAGBRAI once before in 2018, but my appendix got mad and wanted out on the seco... read more

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I went to a hen party in St Andrews and decided to cycle back.
No train no car just legs!

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first_621085 last_621085 That is commitment - how long did it take, which way did you go? I love the coast road from Dundee to Aberdeen but have nev... read more

That is commitment - how long did it take, which way did you go? I love the coast road from Dundee to Aberdeen but have never cycled it.

first_211383 last_211383 I don’t miss an opportunity to jump on my bike and explore 😉 no pollution and good exercise! It took me 5/6 hours. It was f... read more

I don’t miss an opportunity to jump on my bike and explore 😉 no pollution and good exercise! It took me 5/6 hours. It was first time cycling from Dundee. I followed cycle path number 1 for the majority of the ride but I felt there were too many cars.

first_621085 last_621085 That's great, yes the cars are a pain and detract fromthe enjoyment for sure.

That's great, yes the cars are a pain and detract fromthe enjoyment for sure.

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We will ride from Newcastle to Whitley Bay for friendship.

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first_598569 last_598569 You are also invited.

You are also invited.

first_620023 last_620023 I am coming

I am coming

Years ago before I could drive, I would bike it everywhere. It was more convenient than public transport and it maintained my fitness. Then I learned to drive and stopped biking as much. I did othe... read more

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This video was created on a Saturday morning E- bike ride.
My aim was to try and inspire others to get out, be more active and to enjoy the summer. The video was recorded at the end of July 20... read more

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Although I do commute to work on my bike most days, I try to get out at least once a month to have a little biking adventure. Helps to clear my mind and keep me fit. I tend to plan my route so not ... read more

first_47652 last_47652 I'm lucky enough to be able to choose from the Gower Peninsula or other coastal areas near Swansea. A ride over Welsh Moor ... read more

I'm lucky enough to be able to choose from the Gower Peninsula or other coastal areas near Swansea. A ride over Welsh Moor on Gower is virtually car-free even on Ban Holidays! One of my favourite rides is along the coast, mainly NCN routes or Millenium coastal path to Burry Port harbour.

During the Corona Virus era , my workplace helped me to participate in the cycle to work scheme. This enabled me to buy a bike to be able to ride to work. Ever since I have not looked back and have... read more

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I love going out on my bike. I don't have to worry about saving energy to be able to ride it back home. I simply pick up my bike and voila! without any significant effort am able to go places and c... read more

first_627696 last_627696 How's the bike Saurabh? Was thinking of getting the Pure Flux One too.

How's the bike Saurabh? Was thinking of getting the Pure Flux One too.

My commute is 32 miles and I can't justify that amount of time in the day on my bike after the school run. But by taking my bike on the train I can tick off my exercise, sustainability and make it... read more

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Hi All,

I'm KUMARASINGHE ARACHCHILAGE DON SAJEERA SHENON PEIRIS,Sri Lankan.

Long time ago my young age I start biking in my home town Katunayaka to near the cities and far.
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I’ve been commuting to work on a bicycle for 3.5 years now. When I started it was due to financial reasons. I needed to save as much money as possible and I’m still doing it today. But during this ... read more

I'm having a week and I'm having a moan and I'm feeling soooo sorry for myself and a little nervous... Monday lovely ride to work.
Tuesday took out by the tram lines! Road cleaning truck in fr... read more

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first_414003 last_414003 Wow, do you wear an action camera? With all that action you could start your own YouTube channel, would be much better than... read more

Wow, do you wear an action camera? With all that action you could start your own YouTube channel, would be much better than the dross on the mainstream media. I noticed that for the last few weeks cars seemed happy to get relatively close to me, generally nothing uncomfortable, but this morning there was noticeably more space given which, I think, was due to me having my action cam mounted on my helmet.

first_541069 last_541069 There are some positives out of that though......

There are some positives out of that though......

first_673204 last_673204 I really feel your pain. I too have been taken out by the tram tracks.....my first bike fall! Boy, it was rotten. I put in ... read more

I really feel your pain. I too have been taken out by the tram tracks.....my first bike fall! Boy, it was rotten. I put in a claim to Salford city council...... response, as expected, compensation NIL. Stay safe and off the tram lines xx

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So I'm cruisin' down main street and ... oh, that guy is trying to turn some weird plastic that looks like the fake spider web stuff for hallowe'en into something that will secure that huge toi... read more

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Somewhere in southeast Michigan, in or near Detroit if possible. Thanks in advance for your recommendations,

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The Tuesday night Tour De Coler group rides are always a blast, especially now with the lower temps.

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3 Churches a day makes the boredom go away!

And a unfortunate find on A5.

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first_622651 last_622651 It looks like I'm not able to put pics in the comment section so the reset of them are in my gallery 😁

It looks like I'm not able to put pics in the comment section so the reset of them are in my gallery 😁

I took that selfie less than a month ago at the train station in Nairn. Yes not the best picture of me. But still my favorite because I was super proud of myself. I broke my personal record and rod... read more

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first_293042 last_293042 Wow!! That's impressive! Well done!

Wow!! That's impressive! Well done!

first_621742 last_621742 Fantastic effort!

Fantastic effort!

This is my biggest drop yet! I had TOO much fun sessioning it with my husband. Today was a good riding day. ❤

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first_606680 last_606680 Huntley is an awesome spot.

Huntley is an awesome spot.

I can't drive, and I used to ride my bike to work each day. It's about a mile each way so it's not far and biking was faster than walking. Then a couple of things happened, the first thing was a ca... read more

first_621085 last_621085 Nice to read your notes Jack and walking to work is great - if I can't bike I will walk and only as a third option will I d... read more

Nice to read your notes Jack and walking to work is great - if I can't bike I will walk and only as a third option will I drive. Shame about the scare you got. Lack of space is my gripe too, it is a battle of where to store the bike.

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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first_621085 last_621085 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.

first_622957 last_622957 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!

first_621085 last_621085 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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Hi, I just finished my first ride around Southampton (28 miles). I'm so tired but very happy.

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I finally did a whole trip through Bellevue and across the 520 Trail and it was wonderful! I encourage everyone to try it and then hop on the Burke Gilman at the UW campus for an extra treat. Such ... read more

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rode my child to nursery today

I have started up a group on Love to Ride. I did it because through work and family commitments I am unable to forward plan ride time so ride solo 99% of the time. Yet through LtR I have a sense ... read more

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A friend of mine and me, we set a challenge: to reach Inverness starting at 2pm from Aberdeen, with a rainy forecast and good chances to ride at night. Well the rain hit us just after 1 hour and co... read more

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Shona Park Wow that's an ace adventure! Nice one guys!

Wow that's an ace adventure! Nice one guys!

first_211383 last_211383 It’s awesome to ride at night because everything looks different. It feels more special. The idea of traveling and cycling ... read more

It’s awesome to ride at night because everything looks different. It feels more special. The idea of traveling and cycling whilst everyone else is asleep 🤩 also no cars!

first_622277 last_622277 Wow, you are very brave! I find riding in the dark scary enough when I have street lights.

Wow, you are very brave! I find riding in the dark scary enough when I have street lights.

first_211383 last_211383 Thank you :) It may be scary at the beginning but then you get used to. Our body and mind are so adaptable. My motto is alw... read more

Thank you :) It may be scary at the beginning but then you get used to. Our body and mind are so adaptable. My motto is always push a little bit more and go beyond your limits :)

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I recently changed jobs and had to figure out a new bike commute route. For the first time in decades, I was not riding North/South, instead heading directly into the sun East/West every day. Headi... read more

Hey all 🙋‍♀️
As the title says 5 years ago I broke my back, through wear and tear over the years. I couldn't walk without pain and worse I couldn't cycle. I thought I'd never ride again 😔
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first_288913 last_288913 Cycling is indeed, The Best : )

Cycling is indeed, The Best : )

Hi my name is Liam and im 15 years old with cerebral palsy. I'm new to this group and wanted to introduce myself. I am just recovering from my 5th knee dislocation injury which doesn't stop me from... read more

first_365379 last_365379 Nice one. I like that last line.

Nice one. I like that last line.

first_288913 last_288913 NZ does have some "fast and aggressive drivers" ! Take care Matey...and keep safe Biking : )

NZ does have some "fast and aggressive drivers" ! Take care Matey...and keep safe Biking : )

Laura Cisneros Go Liam!!!!!

Go Liam!!!!!

Thomas Stokell Nice one Liam! Thanks for sharing your story.

Nice one Liam! Thanks for sharing your story.

Christina Sorbello This is pretty amazing Liam! We at Love to Ride are all super inspired to read your story. Incredible!!!

This is pretty amazing Liam! We at Love to Ride are all super inspired to read your story. Incredible!!!

first_621085 last_621085 Well done Liam :)

Well done Liam :)

first_525512 last_525512 So inspiring Liam

So inspiring Liam

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This video was created on a Saturday morning E- bike ride.
My aim was to try and inspire others to get out, be more active and to enjoy the summer. The video was recorded at the end of July 20... read more

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first_617838 last_617838 [address removed]

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first_617838 last_617838 search saturday E-bike ride on youtube to watch the video

search saturday E-bike ride on youtube to watch the video

Oh the cool things you see when out on your bike one day I did see some very interesting thigs on my commute to work things that I may not have seen had I not ridden my bike to work let alone you d... read more

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first_515931 last_515931 almost 90% bike commute. It sets the tone, definitely reduces the anxiety and keeps the stress down! Yes! I will do this ... read more

almost 90% bike commute. It sets the tone, definitely reduces the anxiety and keeps the stress down! Yes! I will do this until the end of my days!

After a year of cycling to work and almost 3000 miles later, 1644lbs of CO2 saved. Here's to another year!

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Decided to grab my Bike, get myself into Trafford and use it to get to work....

Circa 15 miles each way with Panniers including my Laptop and clothing.
All went well - comfy and great ... read more

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first_508159 last_508159 Hub gears and belt drive. A perfect low maintenance commuter...good choice! Enjoy your commutes to work every day! 👍

Hub gears and belt drive. A perfect low maintenance commuter...good choice! Enjoy your commutes to work every day! 👍

In many ways this is where my cycling story began. In late 2012 my brother asked if I wanted to cycle to Paris for Leukaemia Research. I'd only just got back on my bike after 20 years of barely cyc... read more

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first_657527 last_657527 Great storey, what a way to inspire others :-)

Great storey, what a way to inspire others :-)

I'm so happy I managed to get a second hand bike trailer from facebook market - £10 a bargain! I now can do a full weeks shop by bicycle, saving petrol, and is far more fun!
I would encourage a... read more

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first_569954 last_569954 I have two trailers; one like yours, and an upright one for smaller loads. I've never owned a car, so I can't comment on re... read more

I have two trailers; one like yours, and an upright one for smaller loads. I've never owned a car, so I can't comment on relative fun levels or petrol saved, but it's definitely convenient.

first_508159 last_508159 Top person! 👍 I Have been using a trailer for heavy loads for almost 30years. It's liberating!

Top person! 👍 I Have been using a trailer for heavy loads for almost 30years. It's liberating!

Last month I made it a goal to get our sons out and about on the bike. I am much better with riding when I know I have a destination or a purpose. goDCgo sponsored by DC Department of Transportat... read more

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My biggest achievement to date has to be being 6 months pregnant with my first, and cycling to work! Granted I have an electric bike but each morning and evening I’m pretty proud I’ve kept going! <... read more

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It was honestly so beautiful to see everything especially next to the canal and going over bridges and being able to see everything

first_152957 last_152957 Where is this trail at?

Where is this trail at?

Totara Park has a really good set of bike trails, with something for all levels of rider skill. The trail hub is about 10km from my home, so I feel a little ridiculous driving there. A plan suggest... read more

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During the first pandemic lock down in 2020 I took the advice of 1 hour of exercise. So each day I was on furlough (10 weeks) I spent 1 hour a day cycling and on alternate days 1 hour walking the d... read more

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