GANPATI DARSHAN IN MUMBAI ON A KROSS BICYCLE

GANPATI DARSHAN IN MUMBAI ON A KROSS BICYCLE

“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 Kross bicycle and highlight the eco-friendly way of celebrating the Indian festival. Pandal hopping on a bicycle is my own unique approach of exploring the deities fascinating avatars in a sustainable way.

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MARK RUTTE CYCLES IN BANGALORE; ERIK SOLHEIM IN HYDERABAD

MARK RUTTE CYCLES IN BANGALORE; ERIK SOLHEIM IN HYDERABAD

Two big things happened to the Indian cycling this week. Prime Minister of the Netherlands cycled in Bangalore with Sathya Sankaran, the bicycle mayor of Bangalore. And Erik Solheim, former environment minister of Norway cycled in Hyderabad city with Santhana Selvan, the bicycle mayor of Hyderabad.

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CYCLING IN VASAI WITH CHALO CHALE TOUR COMPANY

CYCLING IN VASAI WITH CHALO CHALE TOUR COMPANY

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 in Vasai. The tour included a rental bicycle, tea and breakfast at a cost of Rs. 799/-.

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UNITED NATIONS WORLD BICYCLE DAY AWARD 2023

UNITED NATIONS WORLD BICYCLE DAY AWARD 2023

I am glad to share this news with all the loyal readers of this blog that I have received the 2023 United Nations World Bicycle Day Award for “Excellence in promoting cycling for all’.

The award has been given by Dr. Leszek Sibilski, the founder of World Bicycle Day with the United Nations. The award was shipped to India from United States last month.

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PEDAL AND TRING TRING COMPLETES FIVE YEARS

PEDAL AND TRING TRING COMPLETES FIVE YEARS

I remember when I was thinking about naming this blog, there were two options that I shortlisted. ‘Spokes and Saddle’ and the other one was Pedal and Tring Tring. In consultation with my friends, I became sure that Pedal and Tring Tring will be a good brand name. And now after so many years it is established that I made the right choice.

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CYCLING IN NETTETAL, GERMANY

CYCLING IN NETTETAL, GERMANY

Nettetal is a small town situated at the border of Germany and Netherlands. It has scenic cycle routes that pass through the rivers, farms, and forests. The trails are well marked with signboards and easier to navigate the routes which are a mix of bitumen and gravel. I cycled in Nettetal with my friend Stefan Voormans in June 2023.

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10 TOURISTY THINGS I DID IN THE NETHERLANDS

10 TOURISTY THINGS I DID IN THE NETHERLANDS

Netherlands is a beautiful country with ample of opportunities to plan a fully packed itinerary. Whether you are interested in history, architecture, a food lover or fascinated by art and culture, there is something for everyone.

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25 UNIQUE BICYCLES I SAW IN THE NETHERLANDS

25 UNIQUE BICYCLES I SAW IN THE NETHERLANDS

Netherlands is crazy when it comes to cycling. People ride all kinds of bicycles. What type of a bicycles they are capable of riding is something beyond our imagination. You name a design and it’s there on the street. A variety of bicycles are used for different purposes. I was overwhelmed to see so much diversity in usage of bicycles by the citizens across demographics.

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MY EXPERIENCE OF CYCLING IN THE FIETS PARADISE

MY EXPERIENCE OF CYCLING IN THE FIETS PARADISE

A bicycle in Dutch language is known as “Fiets” and a cyclist is referred as a “Fietser”. I can’t describe how beautiful the country of Netherlands is and how deeply cycling is penetrated in the country. No wonder, they have earned a title of “Fiets Paradise” and offer the best cycling experience in the world.

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