So, my story is simple. If you ever don't know what to do, just get on your bike. This is surprisingly helpful and you will start to see things like you've never seen before. For me it was things l... read more

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first_573271 last_573271 Hope you guys enjoy your rides!

Hope you guys enjoy your rides!

Cycle For All 🚲
What a great day cycling last Friday at Peak District National Park exploring the Tissington Trail.
The variety of inclusive bikes Parsley Hay bike hire had was incredible... read more

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“C” = Chain : Always check that the chain is clean and lubricated. A rusty chain drags, changes gear poorly and may even snap. While you’re down there, spin your pedals and check that the cranks do... read more

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The #OneInAMillion campaign is all about empowering every woman to start cycling – and explore her own motivations to keep pedalling. Whether it’s for fun or fitness, transport or competition, we a... read more

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Yesterday, I had a lonely feeling day, but I knew getting out would be good for me. I came to my 'senses' and decide to experience a ride with all my senses.
There is something about riding, e... read more

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first_568203 last_568203 I try and ride every day, even if it's just a 5 minute ride to the supermarket. I definitely feel better for getting out an... read more

I try and ride every day, even if it's just a 5 minute ride to the supermarket. I definitely feel better for getting out and it's nice to see people after all the lock downs.

Are you going to the Annual Bike Ride Fundraiser Saturday 9/4 by Black Leaders Detroit? It's from 7AM to 1PM at 11000 Freud St. Otherwise, do you have any cycling plans this weekend?

first_393305 last_393305 I was at Belle Island for we run D race and then road bicycle around Island do you guys meet regular some where Haven't see... read more

I was at Belle Island for we run D race and then road bicycle around Island do you guys meet regular some where Haven't seen anything about slow roll

Last week of August, last week of REP 313 Mini-Challenge!

- Wednesday 8/25 - Westside Wednesday Ride
- Saturday 8/28 - MoGo’s Fun Fitness Day at Fitzgerald Park
- Saturday 8/28 &... read more

So excited for today!!! Today the 3rd IB active scavenger hunt started. I’ve enjoyed participating in the others and so pumped that the third one has begun. I hope if you live or hangout in the I... read more

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I rode socially with friends for years but they decided to emigrate to Australia. As I was about to lose my cycling buddies I looked up ‘Lets Ride’ on the web and found like minded local groups. ... read more

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I do actually love riding to work although this is encouraged by the sunny days sometimes discourage but the threat of high winds storms thunder and lightening... but with every dark cloud there is... read more

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first_538293 last_538293 Love the determination! Go You!

Love the determination! Go You!

first_381041 last_381041 Well Done. Think you deserve a determination prize And I thought a chain malfunction was unfortunate on way to work last ... read more

Well Done. Think you deserve a determination prize And I thought a chain malfunction was unfortunate on way to work last week.

first_497798 last_497798 Driving in rush hour is no fun. Cycling in rush hour can be hazardous but it keeps you on your toes. I hope you are having ... read more

Driving in rush hour is no fun. Cycling in rush hour can be hazardous but it keeps you on your toes. I hope you are having better fortune now.

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Today we're doing our usual little commute to the childminders. Even though we live in the centre of a large town we can really quickly get out onto a beautiful canal and into the countryside on ou... read more

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first_546466 last_546466 This brings back memories of taking my own daughter to nursery on the bike in the nineties , she’s 27 now (yes I’m old). We... read more

This brings back memories of taking my own daughter to nursery on the bike in the nineties , she’s 27 now (yes I’m old). We still have a laugh about making up names of people at houses we passed and her endless stream of questions as we cycled along. I love that we share those memories.😊

Before I got my Scooter 🛴 me
and my partner was spending a fortune in bus fare 🚌, since I made the jump from Buses to Scootering we have saved a absolute fortune which can go on nice things and... read more

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I've been a cyclist for many years and commuted regularly for a decade. I've ridden many of the great French climbs as well as Mount Diablo in California, have enjoyed cycle touring in several coun... read more

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first_521898 last_521898 I salute you, being on the brink several years ago it was difficult getting back out there and building the strength back u... read more

I salute you, being on the brink several years ago it was difficult getting back out there and building the strength back up...it mattered to me and im riding more and more...although today nearly took out by a private Ambulance (funeral car) which reversed into me...however m cycling back home later hahahahs Cycling an illness one drives the other to achieve a goal....you keep going it so worth it for your total wellbeing.

first_493241 last_493241 Good on you Mark, keep it going and stay safe

Good on you Mark, keep it going and stay safe

first_279316 last_279316 Chapeau!

Chapeau!

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The first Ride for me after the long Lock Down since 17/5/2021.

Feel good and fell my mental being strengthen after pedalling round in a quite recreation park in the city.

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Find somewhere you can have a pit stop and share snacks, enjoy nature and chat. Important to encourage each other and make memories.
Open spaces, running water and Heron watching.

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Through my local Sustainable Travel and Road Safety Officer I have organised some loan Ebikes for school staff. The interest has exploded now staff have seen the smiles on their colleagues faces as... read more

first_519832 last_519832 Thanks Geraint, glad it went well! The bikes are currently with two new businesses. If anyone reading this is keen to trial... read more

Thanks Geraint, glad it went well! The bikes are currently with two new businesses. If anyone reading this is keen to trial eBikes at their workplace, please email Kerry on sustainable.[address removed]

A newbie’s insight into the wonderful world of riding…


Hello, my name is Jude, and I’m addicted to cycling. It’s a new thing and I’m definitely hooked!

It all started one Sat... read more

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first_554723 last_554723 great read, very encouraging and positive, thanks for sharing. I too am new to cycling and loving it.

great read, very encouraging and positive, thanks for sharing. I too am new to cycling and loving it.

My cycling story began a long way back on a large 3 wheeled tricycle, then always rode a variety of bikes, often where I wasn't supposed to! Local dirt track was for boys, not girls and mum said 'n... read more

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first_175180 last_175180 Fabulous. I have always cycled but never tried BMX . It sounds fun. Would I be too young at 64 ?

Fabulous. I have always cycled but never tried BMX . It sounds fun. Would I be too young at 64 ?

first_479005 last_479005 Maura Murphy you are never too old to have a go and see if you can love it.

Maura Murphy you are never too old to have a go and see if you can love it.

We've been trying to declutter our garage for a while and have accumulated a number of bikes that have been replaced due to size or style.
Today we donate 4 bikes to the Streetbikes project - a... read more

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Cycling 100 miles through the night was amazing but the time in the saddle is not so good, erm if you know what I mean! Hopefully, my derrière will forgive me soon! Obviously, missing all the traf... read more

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I have ridden horses all my life but as my pal "GG" was in his final years, and I knew I never wanted to own another one, I needed something to take me to all the places he and I visited. Sooooo...... read more

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first_381041 last_381041 I used to pretend my bike was a horse when I was young. Yes the hat, whip and rope reins. Sad but true. Glad you have a n... read more

I used to pretend my bike was a horse when I was young. Yes the hat, whip and rope reins. Sad but true. Glad you have a new reason to explore and sorry about Mum.

#WomenWhoRide
As a 50 something woman, who has a failing transplant and isn't in the best of shape, riding bikes gives me the headspace to deal with my daily stresses. While out on the bike I a... read more

I started cycling more regularly (rather than quick commutes and around town) when I signed up for a charity challenge in Kenya for a unique and amazing small charity.
Getting started was a bi... read more

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I started riding recently with three other women. I knew one of them already. We have all become friends now and we use our weekly ride as therapy! We talk about everything. From children, to diffi... read more

My 10yo has his 'bikability' sessions this week at primary school and he wanted to cycle to school. I wasn't happy letting him go alone, so dusted off my own trusty bicycle and we took off early on... read more

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Quiet Lanes Suffolk is a small team of enthusiastic volunteers helping parish councils across Suffolk introduce a 500km network of Quiet Lanes into the County.
Quiet Lanes are small rural lane... read more

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Quick: Check your quick release skewers on your wheels. Make sure they are tight enough to keep your wheels on.
Check: Take a quick ride to check if derailleurs and brakes are working properly.... read more

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With the Autumn nights quickly drawing in our ladies only BMXercise session at Tiverton track means we have to curtail riding on the track. Not quite ready to stop riding our bikes meant we practis... read more

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first_397183 last_397183 Is that a Kuwahara?

Is that a Kuwahara?

first_479005 last_479005 Yes it is Tom

Yes it is Tom

On Sunday I participated in Tour de Manc raising funds for HaTS charity to help Cancer patients.
I initially planned to do a mad manc route which is 200km via difficult terrain. Unfortunately, ... read more

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first_497798 last_497798 Well done for keeping going.

Well done for keeping going.

first_380994 last_380994 Ace.top effort

Ace.top effort

Not for me but if it floats your boat down to £1350 now.
Wonder if it is anything to do with the recent profits down 24%?
Like to make clear that I have absolutely no connection to the afor... read more

The start of university meant a bike in tow for all three daughters, one of whom is now fully grown up and cycling through London to work. I love this picture captured on a leisurely cycle ride by ... read more

Like many people I started cycling daily to ease the stresses of lockdown in spring 2020.

I was quite pleased with myself, getting up and doing about 6 miles every morning.

Gradua... read more

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· Friday 20th: Explore the City's bike lanes and greenways (see events page for the Detroit Greenways Coalition Virtual tour)

· Saturday 21st: Join Detroit Cycling Championship... read more

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More than 5 years ago i suffered from really severe anxiety and panic attacks, often 7 per day and even had them in my sleep and would wake up feeling like i was going to die. my attacks come in 2 ... read more

first_511449 last_511449 Thank you for sharing your brave and inspirational story.

Thank you for sharing your brave and inspirational story.

I think bike riding is magical because how accessible it is to all. Everyone is welcome on a bike no matter your age, size, income, neighborhood, bike type. I get inspired seeing people of all walk... read more

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Prepping for August's REP 313 mini-challenge. Do any of the following to join the fun:
- Share a phote/ story showing your favorite spot on the Detroit Greenways Coalition virtual tour, your f... read more

Laura Cisneros Pretty Ladies!

Pretty Ladies!

On September 26th I will head out to ride across country again. In 2010 I rode my 1930s delivery bike from Holyhead to Lowestoft over the course of a week. The worse day was on the flat of the fens... read more

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Me and my fellow Safe Routes Ambassador Program teammates all took the initiative to get out there and do a 3 mile ride for the last event we worked. MOGO provided us all bikes for no cost. It was ... read more

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After the death of my son I struggled with my weight, confidence and mental health. Since riding I have lost all the weight, my mental health is much better and I am training for my first triathlon.

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first_521898 last_521898 Well done its people like you whom inspire others to achieve who think they couldnt when they can .

Well done its people like you whom inspire others to achieve who think they couldnt when they can .

first_419972 last_419972 You are a star and don't forget it. #thisgirlcan

You are a star and don't forget it. #thisgirlcan

first_259697 last_259697 You need a new challenge now for 2022!

You need a new challenge now for 2022!

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3 generations riding, youngest grandaughter Hallie,4, youngest daughter, eldest son (Hallie's dad), myself and Hallie's other Nanny, first time on a BMX for Jackie and she did brilliantly. Plus we... read more

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My friend Ciara is one of a number of female riders recently joined Claydon Cycling Club in Buckinghamshire as part of the club's new Academy program. The initiative encourages would-be cyclists t... read more

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I wanted to share with you a story of why the bicycle is such a great thing. I know you all know this anyway, but here goes...

I work as a Bikeability Cycling Instructor. One of the things... read more

I'd arranged to meet my boyfriend at our local pub after work. I commute by bike, but despite having a bike and a short commute, he didn't. After we'd had food and a few drinks, we were leaving and... read more

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Ten years ago, I had a heart attack while refereeing a football match, thankfully, I made it to the hospital, where a stent was fitted. I was told that it would take me three months to get fit agai... read more

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So i pinched this idea from someone else, while in the first lockdown last year i would normal go out of a ride along the local trails on the Gravel bike. But once the weather had started to change... read more

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first_335461 last_335461 Ha ha, I do that too. I just label them in Strava as WFH Commute.

Ha ha, I do that too. I just label them in Strava as WFH Commute.

I've had my fair share of tragedies over the years, then being diagnosed with Menieres disease, this means I am prone to severe vertigo attacks.

I have always ridden horses for years and... read more

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I love cycling in all it’s forms and I have bikes for everything - commuting, road, gravel, bikepacking and MTB. So I really hope I can encourage my 18mo son to take it up too. I can’t make him of ... read more

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After many years feeling like a bit of a social outcast cycling round Cardiff to many different universities, offices, schools, pubs, cinemas and so on, this year I was happy to be offered a dream ... read more

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first_553884 last_553884 Sorry about that- didnt realise email addresses weren't allowed. Hit us up on social at Sustrans East Midlands.

Sorry about that- didnt realise email addresses weren't allowed. Hit us up on social at Sustrans East Midlands.

first_485503 last_485503 You're a superstar for doing what you do... And dealing with a hill too! Thanks for sharing your story 🙂

You're a superstar for doing what you do... And dealing with a hill too! Thanks for sharing your story 🙂

A couple of hours happily getting lost in the Levels (Somerset!) Whilst it's important for the media to call out harassment of women doing their thing out and about, let's make sure it doesn't crea... read more

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I'm not what you would call an enthusiastic cyclist but I started cycling to work when I adopted a rescue dog. Not wanting her to be home all day alone, but also knowing that she would not enjoy d... read more