In this video, JOM of Gravel Cyclist explains his concept of being a steward for gravel cycling. Respect the roads, respect the locals, respect the land.
Part of the year, I reside in North Central Florida, and the rest of the time, I’m riding bikes in interesting locations. No matter where I ride, I stay attuned while riding to the environs around me. I listen to the sounds of the road, and I stay alert.
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As cyclists, we are often visitors to these roads, nor matter if they’re 10 miles from home, or thousands of miles away. I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to ride these amazing low traffic roads, and setting a good example of cycling etiquette, sharing the road, and most importantly, acting as an ambassador for cycling are important to me. Over the years, I have made connections with locals near my USA home town of Gainesville, Florida, who call these mixed-surface road I love to ride, their home.
One of the greatest perks of these connections is access to ride private land and roads. The video above discusses how I’ve made this possible.
Remember, simple gestures and conversations with locals can go a long way to fostering a relationship between cyclists, motorists, and local landowners.
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