Why do you cycle?
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Dayvo
just passin' through
- Location
- 59° 50′ 5.55″ N, 10° 47′ 41.89″ E
First and foremost I consider it to be one of the purest forms of freedom there is, whether it be a 20-minute commute, a day's ride, or a month/year-long venture. The sense of well-being is difficult to describe, but to those who know, no words are necessary.
It is a quick and convenient way to see places not seen from travelling by public transport/own vehicle.
As a means of exercise I would far rather cycle for two hours than run for 30 minutes.
Naturally if you cycle regularly you will lose weight and become fit(ter - less fat
).
Forget all those images of everyone travelling in the future by their own jet-pack, the bicycle is already here (although jet-packing could be fun!).
It is a quick and convenient way to see places not seen from travelling by public transport/own vehicle.
As a means of exercise I would far rather cycle for two hours than run for 30 minutes.
Naturally if you cycle regularly you will lose weight and become fit(ter - less fat
).Forget all those images of everyone travelling in the future by their own jet-pack, the bicycle is already here (although jet-packing could be fun!).
I cycle for lots of reasons, getting out into the countryside, fitness, buying bike stuff, etc. I like the fact that I have travelled to some amazing places that I would never have been to if it wasn't for cycling. I also like reading the magazines and getting excited about some CNC'd bit of aluminium. But mainly, it's for that overall feeling that you get from cycling. The feeling that makes you go out dressed in lycra in the middle of winter or cycle up a steep hill in the middle of summer.
asterix
Comrade Member
- Location
- Limoges or York
It's a far better way of seeing the world than driving a car and more fun than walking (although I can enjoy a walk now and then). People who think cycling is mad must be mad!
Charlotte_C+ :-)
New Member
- Location
- Devon
Peyote said:
Totally agree!!
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Spoked Wheels
Legendary Member
- Location
- Bournemouth
Arch said:
The Poll title is "What is the main reason for your cycling?" so only one option is required
Rick
My dad always cycled so like any kid I wanted to be like him. I got my first 5 speed 'racer' when I was eight, spent my teenage years using my bike as means of transport and now I go out whenever I can, for as far as I have time for. I've always loved riding a bike and I feel great when I'm doing it and when I'm not cycling I probably spend an abnormal amount of time thinking about it!
It also saves on hideous gym membership fees, although I've only recently realised this as firends have been moaning about getting value for money out of their memberships. I've never really been a full time gym member (I've done plenty of circuit training and the like in winter) so it made me realise what value for money cycling offers.
And aren't the views you get at teh top of the hills and on the coast roads brilliant?
And aren't the views you get at teh top of the hills and on the coast roads brilliant?
Dayvo
just passin' through
- Location
- 59° 50′ 5.55″ N, 10° 47′ 41.89″ E
RRSODL;36968][quote name= said:
The Poll title is "What is the main reason for your cycling?" so only one option is required
Rick[/QUOTE]
To keep fit or keep weight under control
To compet
To travel to work, school, university or to the shops
To loose weight
For pleasure only
Other
What's the difference, then?
