Every Ride Counts. Welcome to 1090 Bicycle Society, a community for bicycle enthusiasts to share rides, photos, stories, events, and interesting places—and connect with other members.
You can browse before joining. When you are ready to contribute, register for free, verify your email, and sign in to share your first 1090 Post.
Quick start
- Explore the home page to see community posts and discover rides and places.
- Select ＋ Add a 1090 Post. If you are not signed in, this takes you to free registration. Already a member? Log in instead.
- Complete registration and follow the verification link sent to your email address.
- Return to the home page and use ＋ Add a 1090 Post to start posting once you are signed in.
- Add a title and message, then include photos, a video, or a map location when relevant. Review your post before saving.
Explore the updated home page
The home page introduces the community and brings together posts, photos, and location-based discovery. Browse the featured content, then continue to the community feed to see more posts.
The 1090 Bicycle Society — Every Ride Counts. banner includes ＋ Add a 1090 Post. For visitors, the note beneath it explains: Free registration • Login required to post.
As you return to the site, the introductory banner may become smaller or disappear. You can still use the site's ＋ Add a 1090 Post action when signed in.
Register, verify your email, and log in
A free account lets you post, rate and comment on posts, and use member features. Choose Join Free or ＋ Add a 1090 Post to open registration.
- Complete the registration form with your details and an email address you can access.
- Check your inbox for the verification email. If it does not arrive, check your spam or junk folder.
- Open the verification link to verify your email address.
- Continue to the home page. If you are asked to sign in, use the account you just created.
Existing members should use Login rather than create another account. If you forget your login details, use the recovery options on the login page.
Discover posts on the map
Map markers represent 1090 Posts with a location attached. Select a marker to see a summary and follow its link to the full post. Zoom and pan to explore another area.
A post does not need a map location: posts without one can still appear in the feed, but they will not have a corresponding map marker.
Use the location text field beneath the map to move the map to a place you want to explore. This changes where you are looking; use the search controls to filter posts.
Search and filter posts
- Select the magnifying glass on the map to open or close the search controls.
- Enter a keyword, choose a date range, or select categories and subcategories where available.
- Select Search to apply your choices.
- Select Clear to remove the search filters.
The magnifying glass has a green background when a search is active and a white background when the search is clear. If you cannot find a post, clear the filters and try again.
Create your first 1090 Post
Once signed in with a verified account, select ＋ Add a 1090 Post to open the posting form. Share a ride, a bicycle photo, a useful place, an event, or a story other members might enjoy.
- Category: Choose the category and subcategory that best fit your post.
- Title: Give the post a clear, descriptive title.
- Message: Tell members what you are sharing and why it matters. A title and message are required.
- Media: Use the available media controls to add images or a supported video link, such as YouTube.
- Map location: Add a relevant location if you want the post to appear on the community map.
- Website: Include a relevant website address when that option is available.
You do not need to add photos, a video, or a map location to every post. Include the details that help others understand what you are sharing.
Before saving, check the title, message, category, media, and location. Share only information you are comfortable making public, and upload content you have permission to use.
Location permission and privacy
Your browser may ask for permission to use your device's location. Allow it if you want features that use your current position. Permission is needed to detect your position automatically; browsing posts does not require sharing your location.
If a location feature is not working, check your internet connection and browser permissions. Use the available map or location controls to choose a place manually where supported.
A map pin is part of a public post. Avoid placing it at your home or another private address unless you intend to share that location.
View photos, videos, and post details
Posts can include several images, a YouTube video, and a location. Image slideshows can cycle through the photos. Select a video to play it and use its normal playback or full-screen controls.
Select an embedded map to interact with its zoom and pan controls. Use its full-screen option when available. If the author included a website, a website-link icon appears on the post.
When you are signed in and viewing your own post, use its edit icon to make changes.
Rate posts and join the conversation
Ratings and comments appear beneath posts. Sign in to leave a comment or rate a post on the 1–5 star scale.
Keep comments useful and respectful. Ask a question, share a relevant experience, or thank someone for a helpful post.
Complete your member profile
Your profile helps other members get to know you. Open your profile while signed in and complete the details you want to share. You can start with a few basics and update it later.
Keep public profile information separate from private details you do not want other members to see.
Connect and send private messages
If a post displays a blue envelope icon, select it to contact the member. You can also open the Messages area to view conversations and message available connections.
Start with a respectful introduction and explain why you are reaching out. Use the messaging controls available in your account to read, reply, archive, or delete messages.
Some conversations may require the recipient to accept a connection before continuing. See Msg Help for explanations of actions such as Connect, Decline, and Reply.
Manage connections and unwanted contact
The Friends area lets you manage member connections. Use the available blocking controls if you do not want further contact from a member, and unblock them if you later choose to reconnect.
For guidance on messaging and connection controls, open the relevant Help page.
Need help?
- Cannot post or comment? Check that you are signed in and have verified your email.
- Cannot find a post on the map? Clear your search filters. The post may not have a map location.
- Map or media will not load? Check your internet connection, then refresh the page.
- Introductory banner is gone? Use the regular posting action when signed in.
- Unsure about a control? Visit Help or the site's messaging help.
Visit the Blog for articles, announcements, and community updates.
Ready to take part? Join free, share your first 1090 Post, and help build a cycling community where every ride counts.