We’ve been very much enjoying the #TDF2020 but can’t wait for the @giroditalia – this promo video from @RaiSport with @vincenzonibali and friends is just stunning and if you love bike racing, if it doesn’t make you all tingly then I feel sorry for you!
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World car free day
World Car Free Day, is on 22nd September this year, see here: https://buff.ly/2F9fJeF This is a day where you can experience streets without motor traffic. Definitely worth supporting. #justride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife #twowheelsgood #pedalpower #cycleforhealth
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Cycle September
Go here to register for #CycleSeptember: https://buff.ly/2SDb3i5 You can earn points and win prizes and this generally encourages everyone to cycle as much as possible during September. Can’t argue with that! #justride #getoutandride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife #twowheelsgood #pedalpower #cycleforhealth
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Stay local
“Staying local and cycling more can push down traffic levels” – well, yes, do you really need a survey to tell you that? – nevertheless, some interesting analysis here about travel patterns and the benefits of making short, local journeys by cycling or walking. https://buff.ly/3i6TDb5 #justride #getoutandride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife
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Cycling in years gone by
Here’s a lovely historical piece about cycling in years gone by: https://buff.ly/3gNsU1T well done to the Crawley Observer @Crawley_Obby for a fabulous article. #communitycycleworks #justride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife #twowheelsgood #pedalpower
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More cycling essential
“More cycling ‘essential’ for EU Green Deal” well, yes, obviously. But I guess we in the UK will not be part of this. Whether we have something similar, well, your guess is as good as mine – and if there is then we can certainly cut a smart U-turn on it whenever we want! https://buff.ly/2DklYvi #justride #getoutandride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife #twowheelsgood #gorideyourbike #pedalpower #gearchange #cycleforhealth
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Sports commentators
Sports commentators can be highly annoying, or they can add huge insight and enjoyment to the sporting spectacle. Who’s your favourite on this year’s Tour de France. https://buff.ly/2YTVjgv Personally, I find: Ned Boulting (ITV) rambles on and talks too much. Needs to learn that less is more sometimes. Can over-pronounce, especially “Miguel Angel Lopez” (which he makes one word) and “Prix de la Combativite” (which is pure theatre thank you Ned – you are encouraged to listen out for it). It’s a job not to love him though, his enthusiasm for cycling is boundless. Chris Boardman (ITV) – it’s difficult
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Bike theft tips
It’s never nice having anything stolen but having your bike stolen is like losing a limb! Here are some solid tips on how to discourage bike theft: https://buff.ly/3jq50LC #justride #getoutandride #activetravel #cleanair #cyclinglife #twowheelsgood #gorideyourbike #pedalpower
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A better future
A realistic piece on cycling’s future? – or a cynical admission that nothing will ever change for the better: https://buff.ly/34xdGeC This is the view from Sheffield from a “Business Editor” – but shouldn’t we work towards a better future? – if you give up all hope, what’s the point? #bikelife #cyclingforall #bike
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Heart advice
Here’s some plain speaking, no-nonsense advice from the British Heart Foundation, if you’re thinking about taking up cycling, or not done it for some time. Just take it steady! https://buff.ly/3iyTjlj #bikelife #pandemic2020
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