For the past couple of months, there was a consistent buzz on social media about the Jio Mumbai Sustainability Cyclothon 2023. The good news is that Pedal and Tring Tring is the official ‘Blogging Partner’ for this mega event. It’s a great honor for me to collaborate with such an esteemed event, work closely with the organizing team, and engage […]
Aparna Vinod isn’t your average cyclist. While many take to two wheels for recreation or sport, Aparna sees her bicycle as a tool for change. Her ongoing campaign, aptly named “Pedal for the Planet,” is more than just a bike tour; it’s a movement inspiring individuals and communities to embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, one pedal stroke at a time.
Jio Mumbai Sustainability Cyclothon is less than one-month-away, and the excitement is really building up. Participants are enrolling fast for the marque event on www.champendurance.com. This year will be double the fun and entertainment along with cycling.
A meet-up of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR cyclist) that includes the cities of Mumbai, Thane, Mira-Bhayandar and Panvel was held on the 19th of November at Thane city. Over 200 cyclists participated in the ride and meet-up programme.
Cyclothon and critical mass events are a great way of nurturing a cycling eco-system. Gear up for the second season of Mumbai’s most awaited cycling event ‘Jio Sustainibility Cyclothon’ which will be held on 17th December 2023. Champ Endurance, the organizers have released its new and refreshing Jersey at a press conference meet held on 27th October 2023 at the […]
Every month I intend to bring a spotlight on one cyclist from around the world. I introduce the cyclist briefly by talking about their major accomplishments and do a rapid-fire question and answer segment. This month I am featuring Chirag Shah – a young cycling entrepreneur and an activist from Thane city in India.
“Om Shree Ganeshaya Namaha”. This mantra means “Lord Ganesha, I offer prayers to you”. This mantra is often used to start a new project; hence I am quoting this at the beginning of this blog to seek Ganesha’s blessings. Get set as I take you for Ganpati darshan through a virtual tour of few Ganpati Pandals in Mumbai on a […]
Vasai is a small town located about 50kms away from Mumbai city. Vasai is known for its beaches, fort, temples, and cycling trails. On 15th August 2023, I celebrated 76th Independence Day of India by going for a bike ride in Vasai. I booked a guided group tour with ‘Chalo Chale’ (Let’s Go), a local Travel and Tours Company based […]
“Sports has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. Sports can create hope, where once there was only despair. A sport has the power to end discrimination and create a world where no one is left behind.”
My love affair with cycling began way back in the 60s. It started with a small cycle which had two support wheels attached. I then graduated to a bigger cycle, and finally the day came when my Dad took me to Nobel cycles in town and bought me a Norton cycle, a beautiful shade of green it was. Every Sunday […]
