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Image for story KGV RPA bike parking see other site bike parking

KGV RPA bike parking see other site bike parking

Across SLHD there are bike parking facillities see your site's Transport Access Guides for end of trip facilities:
Balmain
Canterbury
Concord
RPAH
SLHD Community Centres hav... read more

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Getting back to health

In January 2015, I weighed almost 300 lbs, was on oxygen, unable to walk more than 10 steps without collapsing and developed a heart murmur. My cardiologist told me I could decide either to live or... read more

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Image for story Riding through london

Riding through london

Having been visiting family in London I decided why not follow the bike route into the city.

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Brick session cycle

Did my last Brick session yesterday before the 113 Cotswold triathlon on 20 9 20. It's 1.2 miles lake swim, 56 mile cycle, then 13 mile run. All for fun!
For those that don't know what a brick ... read more

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Image for story Family tandems!

Family tandems!

Childback tandems are a perfect way to get the kids about safely and quickly, my tandem has a child seat in front of me for my youngest so he is safely between my arms, and my 7 year old sits behin... read more

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Leeds Liverpool Canal

Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train to Liverpool and the... read more

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Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train to Liverpool and the... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

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Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

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Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

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Image for story It's not just about the destination

It's not just about the destination

Today, I had to leave an hour earlier... at 1pm to cycle to my meeting at 2pm.
I was riding from Browns Wood to Newton Longville.

Obviously, a car would be easier. I would have less c... read more

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Breast Cancer Biker

I was a cyclist before being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018 and always totally loved it. After 2 operations, chemotherapy and radiotherapy I felt so physically reduced I couldn’t imagine myse... read more

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Health

A few years ago , i had a serious back problem what, with slip discs, crumbling spine, Consequently i had metal work put in my back, meaning that i could not walk for a while.
I then was to h... read more

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Image for story #ExploreByBike..'it doesn't matter how you travel!'

#ExploreByBike.."it doesn't matter how you travel!"

My husband Rob and I love going for a cycle 'explore' on our bikes. We use adapted bikes because I have a disability which means that I cannot use a standard bike. This never limits what we do alth... read more

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Image for story #ExploreByBike

#ExploreByBike

My husband Rob and I love going for a cycle 'explore' on our bikes. We use adapted bikes because I have a disability which means that I cannot use a standard bike. This never limits what we do alth... read more

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Hassop and the Monsal Trail

Today we walked around Hassop and the Monsal Trail. It would be the perfect place for my friend to bring her two young sons to practise riding. Also I want to try an e-bike! I've texted her to ask ... read more

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Wandering aloud

During lockdown I decided I wanted to get fitter on my bike. So initially I got out my bike, set myself a challenge then I set off at full pelt everywhere......until I remembered why I love cycling... read more

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Image for story Try Something New!

Try Something New!

I’ve been biking for years. Even riding the same set of routes brings me joy and a sense of freedom. But I never rode more than 50 miles in a day. Last Saturday, seven of us rode bicycles from Fort... read more

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If it’s a struggle try an e-bike!

I like to ride for the exercise and fitness benefits. Back in December I made the switch to a pedal assist e-bike which has increased my love for riding by allowing me to ride longer and farther wi... read more

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Image for story you can too

you can too

In 2014 my wife was diagnosed with diabetes. The next day we went into a bike shop for the first time and we saw the Tour de Cure. Never even knew about it. I was 340 plus pounds and i hadn't been ... read more

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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... read more

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Start them young

I regularly commute to work, combining fitness in to my daily routine, getting to work the quickest way possible and enjoying the fresh air is a win, win, win for me. I recently returned to work fr... read more

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Image for story International Women's Day 2020

International Women's Day 2020

International Women's Day 2020
For International Women's Day 2020, I decided to set up a campaign to encourage more girls and women to cycle after the Love to Ride Cycle September statistics sh... read more

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Image for story My 50th Birthday Charity Fund Raiser

My 50th Birthday Charity Fund Raiser

Well here I go again, though I've told My better half this will be the last one!
My 50th this March, I'd thought for some years about doing the Lakesman this particular year. An Iron Man distan... read more

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Image for story Riding the Waikato River Trail

Riding the Waikato River Trail

We had a lovely day out on Sunday with workmates and friends and even dragged my partner's son Matthew along, who at 21 years old had never rode a mountain bike, he loved it! We had a delicious lu... read more

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E-bike brings in new cyclist

You never know what influence you have over friends and acquaintances. An acquaintance from my yoga class excitedly told me she'd brought an e-bike during lockdown. I've now been out riding with he... read more

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Image for story Empty the tank Ride

Empty the tank Ride

Back in May we decided to do a 60 miler, but ended up been a 9 & half hours in the saddle for fun!

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Image for story What coffee shops have you discovered on the way?

What coffee shops have you discovered on the way?

Whether, they're quaint, quirky or trendy
I love discovering an independent coffee shop along the way.
A few week back, I discovered a great coffee spot in Quainton.

Today, I came ... read more

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Image for story Dartford Wobblers

Dartford Wobblers

Today we started a new ladies cycling group "The Dartford Wobblers" to encourage individuals to get back in the saddle and gain confidence. Even though 8 initially signed up for the ride we ended u... read more

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Image for story A Transformed Life - Transforming Lives of Others

A Transformed Life - Transforming Lives of Others

I've been on a crazy journey of weight loss and fitness since June 2019 where I was weighing in at 23s 10lb (150.6kg) to now 14s 6lb (91.6kg) so dropped 9s 4lb (59kg). Before I started I was barely... read more

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Leeds Liverpool Canal

Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train to Liverpool and the... read more

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Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

Topic: Encouraging others to ride

Image for story Leeds Liverpool Canal

Leeds Liverpool Canal

Being cooped up over Lockdown inspired us to source 2 mountain bikes and commit to cycling the 127miles along the canal from Liverpool to Leeds. Just completed leg 1, 6miles to catch Ormskirk train... read more

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Image for story SLHD has been winning cycling challenges for years

SLHD has been winning cycling challenges for years

Back in 2015 The Public Health Unit won a cycling challenge that City of Sydney hosted and the SLHD Health Promotion Unit coordinated. The team enjoyed their winning prize of a day at the Hunter V... read more

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Image for story Bristol Family Cycling Centre

Bristol Family Cycling Centre

I had a fantastic day yesterday helping out at the Bristol Family Cycling Centre in Hengrove, and still can't believe how many people turned up to the sessions despite the torrential downpour!
... read more

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Image for story WWMI Off Road Cycling Group

WWMI Off Road Cycling Group

WWMI is an off road cycling group.
Why not join us for a ride this September
WWMI Saturday Morning Rides
1st Saturday of the month 5th Sept Clayhanger
2nd Saturday of the month 1... read more

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Image for story Pill to Bristol Cycle Path

Pill to Bristol Cycle Path

I am very fortunate to work/support young people. Today I was able to encourage and support a young person to join me on a ‘Social Distancing’ cycle ride along the Cycle path which runs along The ... read more

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Image for story Bikeability to planning a holiday around cycle trails . . .

Bikeability to planning a holiday around cycle trails . . .

In November 2019 I had a bikeability session with Charlotte. As I was 62 at the time my 9 year old granddaughter thought it was hilarious as she had just done the same at school. I was barely abl... read more

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Back in the saddle

I am sharing my back in the saddle journey to encourage and tempt others to give it a go.
The Covid-19 virus had made me think about new ways to get keep fit and get out whilst socially distan... read more

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Image for story Bristol to ...... along the Avon & Kennet canal

Bristol to ...... along the Avon & Kennet canal

Really enjoyable ride along the canal. We started out from just west of Bristol and took the cycle path to Bath and joined the canal tow path and just kept going... The path is poor in places (espe... read more

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I can do this .

My husband sadley passed away 3weeks ago . I belong to breeze riding group on let's ride Bury .Cycling and the support of the group is helping me with my grief and wellbeing.
Bury clarion grou... read more

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Cycle in my dresses to and from work

A colleague of mine wrote to me last week - she had ventured out on her bike and tried the home to work commute from Stretford to the city centre - using the pop up Chester Rd cycle lane. She'd be... read more

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Visibility and Predictability

The two keys to riding in traffic. Every rider on the road help increase the likelihood that drivers will be more aware of cyclists. So ride the roads you want to be ridden!

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Image for story CYCALL Adapted Cycling

CYCALL Adapted Cycling

We can't wait to get people out on our adapted bikes again in Worthing, West Sussex! [address removed]

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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, ... read more

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Image for story IWD 2020 Campaign | Why we cycle - Eloise Thatcher

IWD 2020 Campaign | Why we cycle - Eloise Thatcher

Where are you based and what do you do?

I live in Derby, I work at Rolls-Royce in Sinfin and I cycle to work every day. I am an aeronautical engineer and I am the Assistant Chief Design En... read more

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Image for story First pedal bike

First pedal bike

My 3 year old had so much fun riding on my bike during the ABC this year, for her 4th birthday last week she got her first pedal bike (thanks for the discount Torpedo7!). I've never seen her so exc... read more

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Image for story Riding tandem with Telzey

Riding tandem with Telzey

The thing is, I live and work in a small town,so I don't really need a car. The main reason I have one is to get my cat to the vet. What to do? Find a bike-compatible, cat-friendly pet carrier of c... read more

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Image for story Another office picnic ride in Hagley Park

Another office picnic ride in Hagley Park

For the second year, GHD Christchurch arranged a lunchtime picnic ride to encourage staff to ride a bike. Today we had a beautiful day warm day to go for the relaxed 3.5km ride off road. We had ano... read more

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