πππ‘ππ¦π§π’π‘ ππππ ππ π‘ππ¦π§π¬: If youβve got an old or unwanted bicycle gathering dust or taking up space, it could be time to declutter + donate! Simply bring them to our New Malden workshop where weβll refurbish them + salvage parts for the benefit of the community.
devastating news today - one of 'our' riders didn't return home after a training ride yesterday. appreciate every (safe) ride, every day and every moment. you never know if it's your last one.
rest in peace.
Don't hug the kerb. Some cyclists worry that being further out may put them in the way of the traffic. But it won't: you are the traffic. Watch our video guide to learn the road positioning basics: https://t.co/Qb4YSCFkRb
LIGHTS FIXTURE: Please obey the temporary traffic lights between Kingston and Richmond Gates which manage the narrowed section of road where a car caught fire last month. The contractors who will repair the charred area have a full order book, so the lights may be there a whileβ¦
We're just as passionate about recycling as cycling. So, this World Recycling Day, why not dig out your unwanted bikes for us to refurbish. Together we can give local Kingston charities & people from all backgrounds access to affordable bikes. β»οΈπ #Community#GlobalRecyclingDay
Could you do the weekly shop by bike? π You'll be surprised how much you can carry with the right kit! It is a good way to avoid impulse buys, likely to lower the cost and reduce waste. Plus you'll save fuel, feel fitter and have fun.
This Lent, let's #DriveLessCycleMore.
It feels like an opportune moment to bring this out again. 'If you think high-vis and helmets are the answer, your'e asking the wrong question'
There's also an old video that has very much stood the test of time.... https://t.co/nvHpzSJv6C
π§ππ£π¦ ππ’π₯ π¦ππππ₯ ππ¬ππππ‘π: Take advantage of these free New Malden & Norbiton bike marking sessions, run by @MPSNorbiton, @MPSVillageSW & @MPSKingston.
1) Fri 24 Feb: 10am-12pm, The Cut, opposite New Malden station
2) Sat 4 March: 2-4pm, outside Norbiton station
DROP ZONES: Please take care on the roundabouts - we are still getting reports of cyclists coming off, despite the situation improving since an absorbent treatment was applied to the road surface a couple of weeks ago. (1/3)
Cycling is a real money saver and mood booster - don't let the traffic put you off. We've put together our top ten tips to help you safely navigate your ride: https://t.co/fbQ9KqXpaR
Donβt forget! Once the clocks go back on October 30 we ask that anyone participating in club rides has mudguards fitted. No guards, no ride. Gravel rides excepted.
2.5 hoursβ cargo bike riding, kids up front, and theyβre the ones who fall asleep. Sheesh. No matter the stress, tension or exhaustion of life/parenting, 5 minutes aboard and weβre all in a happy place. If you charged for this feeling, youβd make a fortune. Bike happiness to you.
Detesting the Tories is not a sign of nastiness, as they are claiming. Itβs the sentiment of a caring human being who cannot stand Tories loathing most people in this country.