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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

We’ve cycled around this beautiful area for a couple of days, looking at it looking down at us but this morning Mt Ventoux we are coming for you 😁🚴🎉 #cycling #bikesky

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Just after sunrise cycling in the Camargue I was treated to this spectacular show. Swallows feeding on the wing in huge numbers gathering for the migration to sub Sahara Africa in a few weeks from now. Made starting at dawn to avoid the heat so worthwhile #cycling #cyclinglife #bikesky

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Hitting 40 in the afternoon. Had loads of mozzie bites last week in the Dordogne but actually avoiding them here so far !

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

In the Camargue now & it’s so hot I started my bike ride at 7.30 am. 48 miles round this interesting area. 23 degrees when I left, 33 degrees at 11.15 am when I finished

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

Thanks for that. Hunting was my initial thought then I wondered why they’d need to be elevated. Obviously they don’t want to give their prey even the slightest chance !!

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

What is this ?? I’m on a bike ride in the Dordogne and came across this field with five of these wooden structures placed on the edge of the field and equidistant apart . I just wondered what they were for if any of you know or can hazard a guess?

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

Another free water source in those Villages that have been there since medieval times. Their only source of water back then is often still working

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

When at our French Friends’ campsite in the Dordogne I was delighted to see a big jug of good old British Custard - in anticipation of the Apple Crumble it turns out it was a candle 😂😫

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Luckily it passed over in a hour an we’re just left with puddles 😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Bike ride cancelled today - I’m such a wimp !

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

On today’s ride. I was looking forward to seeing a castle in the shape of a giant Camembert but sadly it’s just the name of the village

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

A tip for anyone cycling in hot weather in rural parts of Europe, if you’re running low on water. Many small villages have their own Cemetery and there’s always a cold water tap 👍 Got me out of trouble in France today 😁🚴 Campsites also but these Cemeteries are numerous.

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Cycling in rural France is good for the soul. Roads usually devoid of cars , spectacular Chateux, Sunflower fields, sleepy villages and lovely old buildings adorned with flowers. Definitely one of my favourite kinds of terrain to ride my bike 🚴☀️😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

I was pulled out by St Johns Ambulance staff at the last feed station, close to hypothermia, was gutted, then sat watching those Devil riders turning up for a quick warm indoors and then kicking off when they heard it had been stopped . 60 miles of lovely but challenging riding then that grim hell !

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

A little reminder here that we are all capable of more than we may think. The spirit of adventure can be intoxicating so don't let the likes of Bear Grylls hijack the word - Adventure is what you make it, so why not define adventure for yourself and enjoy the ride !! 🚴‍♂️ ❤️ 😁 youtu.be/kewOJ53JfvY

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FEEL THE FREEDOM OF ADVENTURE ON YOUR BIKE

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Yea I get that but rides like this one are a chance to ride with pals I met on LEJOG and live far and wide so that trumps the shitty weather 😁👍

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Cycling keeps me young in mind & body & “young at heart” especially when a lot of it is done with inspirational older riders like Eric here today who’s 87 in August & still rides 100 road miles every week Such a pleasure & an honour to share my hobby with people like Eric 🚴😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

That’s a very good point ! I wasn’t actually advocating for the practice 😁👍

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

To be fair, it also applies to cyclists passing pedestrians but would be a useful exercise for some of the car drivers who have close passed me recently

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Thinking of doing the UK Velo New Forest 100 Sportive on 7th June & waiting til near the date to check the weather forecast I guess I should book it regardless but if the forecast suggests likelihood of rain all day I just wouldn’t want to do it ? Thoughts? Pathetic or Sensible ?

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Yes it was very reminiscent of riding through those fens on the Tour of Cambridgeshire 😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Had my own taste of Flanders yesterday on the Flandrien Ride starting and finishing in Breda. I thought no hills = easy but of course it also means no downhill so pedalling and it was VERY windy so renewed respect for Dutch Cycling !!

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Great Sunday cycling in the Netherlands. Always thought it must be easy as it’s flat but the wind howled , no hills means no downhill so always pedalling. Flat cycling for almost 100 miles I’ve discovered is NOT easy ! #cycling #bikesky

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

This is what Cycling to be “at one with nature” looks like these days. Totally sick and tired of seeing this, what the hell is wrong with these ignorant selfish people? A discarded bed & just one mile away from the Recycling Centre Is it just the UK ? Does this happen elsewhere ?

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Biggest Scone I’ve ever seen on my bike ride today ! It’s going to feel like I’m carrying a passenger on the way back 🚴😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

When I visit family on the Eastern outskirts of Paris I also cycle the surrounding countryside, so open and quiet considering it's so close to the Metropolis 👍 🚴‍♂️

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

For anyone interested I reviewed this rear radar & tail light and have a 15% discount code for you . I don't gain by recommending it which I do, so my short video review is attached 🚴‍♂️❤️ 👍 youtu.be/ywdkbxKvTGY

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WATCH THIS BEFORE BUYING A BIKE TAIL LIGHT IN 2025!

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Good Grief, how did this happen? I’m now the same age as some “old people” ! Resisting the call though to change my moniker to “Old Bloke On A Bus” though 😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

It certainly is an antidote to many things 😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Stuck at home looking out at frost & sub zero temperatures I cheered myself up watching this - defo one of my most memorable days on a bike on wonderful Alpine roads in warm sun 🚴❤️☀️ What’s not to like on a day like this A PROPER TOUR DE FRANCE CLIMB youtu.be/oWQ5-K92MPc #cycling #bikesky

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A PROPER TOUR DE FRANCE CLIMB

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 31/12/2024

I have fond memories of 5 days golfing round there with my son- ideal for winter cycling compared to here for sure 🚴😁

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ShadLife @shadlife.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

When drivers complain about cyclists slowing them down I must keep reminding them that it's actually other drivers slowing them down. #cycling #urbanplanning #commuting

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

I used it recently “for real” can’t fault it really 👍

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Over the year I've reviewed some great products and put together here the ones I adopted and now use all the time as suggestions for Christmas/Birthday gifts for cyclists - some with year round exclusive discounts, hope it's useful 🚴‍♂️👍 Happy Cycling All ! #cycling #bike #bikesky youtu.be/NFR1CiLScBA

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DISCOUNTED GIFTS FOR CYCLISTS THAT I USE ALL THE TIME

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

Hi there, it's certainly less chaotic than the X place

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

I thought it was cold on my garage ride this morning !!!

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Some stunning photos here. I did some Alpine climbs last summer and this brings back to mind just how beautiful the Alps are in the summer 😁

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Ordinary Bloke On A Bike @blokeonabike.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

If that’s a wide car free floodlit bike path , it can’t possibly be in the UK where a white line on the tarmac is usually enough - That is brilliant 😁🚴

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