And what a busy 2025 it’s been! We’ll see you again in January with more updates and fresh energy 🎄🚲 #iscycle #activetravel #sustainability #activemobility #ebikes #bikes @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social

ISCycle 2 Focus Groups completed. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg... #iscycle #inclusivity #sustainability #activetravel #ebikes

There are red flags 🚩 and there are green flags 🟢. Our team member enjoying themselves and dancing on the bikes? That’s not just a green flag, that’s a full cycling lane painted green 💃🚲💚🎄🥳 #iscycle #activetravel #activemobility #Limerick

ISCycle at the Santa Bike Disco ---> www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg... @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social

🎅🚲✨ Santa Bike Disco ✨🚲🎅 The ISCycle crew is teaming up with friends from UL for a very merry Santa Bike Disco! 📍Meet at 6pm next Thursday at the UL Visitor Car Park to roll along the canal in full festive spirit or hop in at 7pm at King John’s Castle. @unioflimerick.bsky.social

✨ ISCycle recognised at the @seai-ie.bsky.social Energy Awards ♻️🚲 Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg...

Yet another customised bike for a parent! We love seeing how much more kids enjoy the ride when they’re dropped at school by bike. Wanna know how it feels to be a child on one of these? Check it out! #activetravel #activetravellimerick #activemobility #commutebybike #bikecommuter #cyclinglife

⏳ Only 6 days to go! We’ll soon find out if we’re officially among this year’s @seai-ie.bsky.social Energy Awards winners; excitement is building! 🤞✨ Proud of how far we’ve come, and grateful for all the support. 🎥 Catch the highlight: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bURc... The countdown is on! 🚀

Read about our experience at the @smartcityexpo.bsky.social www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg... @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @ajamesgreen.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social @pafhul.bsky.social @seai-ie.bsky.social

🎥 Have you seen the video that the @seai-ie.bsky.social recorded about our project ISCycle? We’re proud to be Finalists in the SEAI Energy Awards under the ‘Research’ category! 🚲♻️⚡ Check out the video: www.youtube.com/shorts/1kjXa...

I wrote this piece for the @urbancyclinginstitute.org, reflecting on why we ride (beyond commuting or fitness) and how cycling connects to joy, community, and equality. A simple bike can help shape more inclusive, livable cities. 🚲 urbancyclinginstitute.substack.com/p/why-i-ride...

We were delighted to host our 2nd Public Advisory Group meeting at the Citizen Innovation Lab, UL City Campus.💡🚲Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg... @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @pafhul.bsky.social @ajamesgreen.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social #iscycle

@annabarrero.bsky.social & @ajamesgreen.bsky.social travelled to Warsaw for the kick-off of #JustMobi – Digitalising Education for an Inclusive Mobility Transition 🚲🌍 @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tg...

Limerick families sell cars for e-bikes — we love to see it! 🚲💚 Proud to support this move toward a cleaner, greener city. 🌍👉 live95fm.ie/news/live95-news/limerick-families-sell-cars-for-e-bikes #limerick #activetravel

Finnish delegation from Tampere visited Limerick as part of the #NetZeroCities programme. The visit strengthened collaboration on climate neutrality and showcased projects like ISCycle, promoting sustainable transport and behavioural change. 🌍🚲 #Limerick 🔗https://www.iscycle.ie/news#h.jh3tgws1encj

At #SEAI2025 in Dublin, our team (Anna & Oleksandr) shared project insights and met inspiring researchers. We discussed ageing, e-bikes, V2H systems, and lithium recovery, all shaping Ireland’s path to clean energy. ⚡🚴‍♂️🔋 www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24...

A busy bee 🐝📦🚲

🚲 We’ve launched our #ISCycle2 community focus groups! First sessions with Southside Women’s Group & Southill Women’s Shed were a great success 🙌Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24...

When carrying a foldable bike… on a cargo bike. It’s bike-ception: when one bike isn’t enough, so you bring a backup just in case! 🚲📦🚲 #activetravel

Last week @annabarrero.bsky.social presented preliminary results at the @hri-ul.bsky.social Hub event on campus. We also welcomed Oleksandr, our newest postdoc! With his strong background in Urban & Transport Planning, he brings valuable expertise to our team. See more www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24...

🚴‍♂️ Hey e‑bike riders, cycling enthusiasts, and researchers working with power-output data, I’m looking for recommendations: what’s the most reliable crank-based power meter to install on an e‑bike that will accurately measure rider power output separately from the motor’s assistance?

We joined the 9th #CRBAM in Amsterdam! @annabarrero.bsky.social presented on e-bikes & exercise + chaired 2 sessions and @ajamesgreen.bsky.social led a workshop on active travel barriers. Great discussions, new connections & cycling culture! Read more👉 www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24...

We are delighted to share that the ISCycle project at the @unioflimerick.bsky.social has been shortlisted as a finalist in this year’s @seai-ie.bsky.social Energy Awards. Our project has been recognized in the Excellence in Energy Research and Innovation category ♻️🌍🚲

Instructions to unlock freedom: Step 1 – Rent. Step 2 – Unfold. Step 3 – Ride into freedom.

ISCycle is on the move! From Groningen to Glasgow and Nottingham. Check out our latest updates here: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24... @ajamesgreen.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social #iscycle #activetravel #ebikes

Last week, our team headed to Groningen, where bikes outnumber cars, for the @ehps.bsky.social Read more at www.iscycle.ie/news#h.vvo24... @ajamesgreen.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social

🚴‍♀️ Today we co-organized EHPS in Motion with 4TU.RECENTRE at the @ehps.bsky.social in Groningen! An interactive bike tour with short activities, fun stops, and a DUO bike to symbolize teamwork in research 🤜🏼🤛🏼 Thanks to all who joined! 🌱🚲 #EHPS2025 #ISCycle #4TURECENTRE #activetravel

Finishing up the last bits and bobs before heading to Groningen for the annual conference of the @ehps.bsky.social with the @iscycle.bsky.social team

@annabarrero.bsky.social recently travelled to Auckland, New Zealand, to present the ISCycle project at the ISBNPA conference—an international gathering focused on health, equity, and behaviour change. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.xajj8...

#jobFairy 💚🚴🏽 We're looking for people to join our @iscycle.bsky.social team, promoting ebikes as a healthy and climate-friendly alternative to driving. We have scope to employ at least two post-docs off this ad, and RA posts as well #ebike #sustainableMobility my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...

Excited to be at @isbnpa.bsky.social presenting on behalf of @iscycle.bsky.social and sharing insights from our research! 🚲🧠 #ActiveMobility #ResearchLife #isbnpa2025 #BehaviorChange #activetravel

E-bikes are great for the planet—until they become e-waste. 🚲⚡ We need policies that back repair, reuse & sharing—not just new sales. 📚 Read Yvonne's full article on The Conversation: theconversation.com/e-bikes-are-... #EBikes #SustainableMobility #CircularEconomy #ActiveTravel

Last week, we joined the Evening City Cycle event, part of Bike Week in Limerick, on a beautiful sunny spring day. Such a great way to celebrate cycling and enjoy the season!

Today, we went to the Public Information Session on the upcoming South Circular Road Active Travel Scheme. We're all in for any initiative that makes the city more bike-friendly. #activetravellimerick #Limerick #activetravel

The Strand Road petition needs 4 signatures to hit 1,200 my.uplift.ie/petitions/tr...

Bikes seem to be popping up everywhere we look! This was captured just a few days ago at the Riverfest Festival in Limerick. - #bikelife #limerick #riverfestlimerick

@pafhul.bsky.social global event for @ulresearch.bsky.social week 2025. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.mli01... @unioflimerick.bsky.social @catherinewoods.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social

A love letter to @iscycle.bsky.social ♻️💚🚲

James attended the BCC2025 conference in Lisbon last week. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news

Ride a horse or ride a bike – either way, you're galloping or pedaling your way to active travel! 🚲🐎♻️ - #activetravel #activetravellimerick #SustainableTransport #Sustainability

"It's inspiring to see the network taking shape and becoming a true model of what other cities should aspire to!” @irishenvnet.bsky.social #tfiupdates @limerickcouncil.bsky.social www.limerickleader.ie/news/ecolive...

The ISCycle team attended the @irishcyclingcmpn.bsky.social national meeting at @unioflimerick.bsky.social City Centre Campus on March 29. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.mli01... 🚴‍♂️♻️ #ActiveTravel @ajamesgreen.bsky.social @annabarrero.bsky.social

This March, @annabarrero.bsky.social and @ajamesgreen.bsky.social travelled to Berlin for the EHPS Synergy Winter School. Read more: www.iscycle.ie/news#h.mli01...

🚲⚡ E-bikes are transforming active travel & last-mile delivery, but what about their lifecycle? Our latest paper explores the circular economy challenges & opportunities in e-bike retail & repair. Stronger policies are needed for repairability & resale! 🔄♻ 📖 Read more: bitly.cx/AmYGC

Innovative @iscycle.bsky.social project on the use of e-bikes in the workplace is to expand its focus to examine the potential impacts of widening access to electric bikes for health, environment, and inclusion. www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese... @unioflimerick.bsky.social

The Inclusive Sustainable Cycling 2: Widening Equity in Ebike Use (ISCycle2) project was officially launched at the Citizen Innovation Lab, UL City Campus, University of Limerick, by Mayor of Limerick John Moran on 22 January. Read more at: www.iscycle.ie/news

Today, we hopped on our bikes and joined the Limerick Cycling Campaign’s group ride to celebrate Brigid by bike! A fantastic way to explore, connect, and continue advocating for a more bike-friendly Limerick. 🚴‍♀️💚 #CyclingForChange #LimerickByBike #bikecommuter #limerickcity #bikerslifestyle

The ISCycle team wishes you a Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with sustainable kilometers! As Yvonne perfectly says, “ISCycle is a project that brings joy,” and we couldn’t agree more. Keep riding with us into a greener future! ♻️🚲

Life behind bars 🚲

🚴‍♀️ Leveling Up Our Bike Mechanic Skills! 🛠️ Last week, Anna attended a hands-on bike technical course in Dublin, learning to perform a full Pre-Delivery Inspection on bikes, including gears, brakes, and fine-tuning components. She’s excited to apply her new skills and keep learning!