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Women's Cycle Group

@BellaVelo

Women only cycle community based in SW London. Our aim is to encourage & support female cyclists of all levels & have fun riding our bikes.

 South West London
Joined October 2015
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𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗔𝗠𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗬: If you’ve 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 we’ll refurbish them + salvage parts for the benefit of the community.
Kingston's community bike shop, Full Cycle, is encouraging residents to donate old, unwanted bikes that can be refurbished for the wider good.

ALT Kingston's community bike shop, Full Cycle, is encouraging residents to donate old, unwanted bikes that can be refurbished for the wider good.

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Stefan Sölkner@stefansoelkner5 Jun 2023
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.
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Cycling UK@WeAreCyclingUK30 Mar 2023
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: ow.ly/GSXe50Npcbl
Person taking the lane in city

ALT Person taking the lane in city

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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 while…
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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. ♻️💚 #Community #GlobalRecyclingDay
Full Cycle Community Bike Project is asking Kingston residents to donate their old bikes so their expert team can refurbish them and give them a second life, helping those most in need in our community.

ALT Full Cycle Community Bike Project is asking Kingston residents to donate their old bikes so their expert team can refurbish them and give them a second life, helping those most in need in our community.

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Cycling UK@WeAreCyclingUK26 Feb 2023
Could you do the weekly shop by bike? 🛒 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.
Two bikes loaded with shopping in a click & collect parking space at Morrisons. Photo credit: Mike Doyle

ALT Two bikes loaded with shopping in a click & collect parking space at Morrisons. Photo credit: Mike Doyle

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Chris Boardman CBE@Chris_Boardman26 Feb 2023
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.... chrisboardman.com/content/if…
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𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚: 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
Bike marking can be a good deterrent for thieves, as registered bikes are harder to resell.

ALT Bike marking can be a good deterrent for thieves, as registered bikes are harder to resell.

The Norbiton and New Malden police teams are holding free bike marking sessions on 24 Feb and 4 March.

ALT The Norbiton and New Malden police teams are holding free bike marking sessions on 24 Feb and 4 March.

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Tom Pidcock
@tompidcock20 Feb 2023
This is sad news. Let’s hope the tour series can make its return next year 🤞
The Tour Series (@TourSeries) profile pictureThe Tour Series@TourSeries20 Feb 2023
🚨 Tour Series update 🚨 An update on the 2023 Tour Series, full story here 👉 tourseries.co.uk/tour-series… #TourSeries
A statement announcing that the Tour Series, Britain's biggest cycle race series, will take a one-year hiatus in 2023, with the intention to return in summer 2024.

ALT A statement announcing that the Tour Series, Britain's biggest cycle race series, will take a one-year hiatus in 2023, with the intention to return in summer 2024.

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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)
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MAGNIFICENT SEVEN: Say hi to our sponsors @BellaVelo @cycle_ex @kingstonwheeler @LondonDynamo @1ookmumnohands @pearsoncycles & @richmondcycles! All of them value #RichmondPark as London’s No1 free cycling resource, & we thank them for supporting our work in the forthcoming year.
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Calling all men: this is what we can do to help women feel safe exercising in the dark theguardian.com/commentisfre…
Calling all men: this is what we can do to help women feel safe exercising in the dark | Chris...

Calling all men: this is what we can do to help women feel safe exercising in the dark | Chris...

We have to break the cycle of misogyny that makes women feel at risk: This Girl Can’s guide sets out steps you can take, says Chris Boardman of Sport England

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Cycling UK@WeAreCyclingUK20 Oct 2022
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: ow.ly/ImJ450L6VOH
Woman using cycle lane in queue of traffic. She is riding a black bike, wearing black hoodie and trousers.

ALT Woman using cycle lane in queue of traffic. She is riding a black bike, wearing black hoodie and trousers.

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Chris Boardman CBE@Chris_Boardman20 Oct 2022
Just a little reminder 🚲 🚶‍♂️= Reliable ✔️ Cheap ✔️ Climate friendly ✔️ Healthy ✔️ My kind of box ticking exercise
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Don’t 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.
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Orla Chennaoui@SportsOrla18 Oct 2022
2.5 hours’ cargo bike riding, kids up front, and they’re the ones who fall asleep. Sheesh. No matter the stress, tension or exhaustion of life/parenting, 5 minutes aboard and we’re all in a happy place. If you charged for this feeling, you’d make a fortune. Bike happiness to you.
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Richard Murphy
@RichardJMurphy9 Oct 2022
Detesting the Tories is not a sign of nastiness, as they are claiming. It’s the sentiment of a caring human being who cannot stand Tories loathing most people in this country.
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Two Bellas who came 1st and 2nd. Chapeau!
Urban Hill Climb (@UrbanHillClimb) profile pictureUrban Hill Climb@UrbanHillClimb24 Sep 2022
Did someone say 2-up finals? Get your race tactics in... don't go too early... and good luck! 🍀🚲 #UrbanHillClimb #HillClimb @OsbornesLaw @OsbornesCycling @HowlingHops
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