Bicycles are the wheels for the planet, say cycling enthusiasts
The Hindu
Three devoted cyclists from different walks of life narrate their bicycle stories on the occasion of World Bicycle Day
Racing against the wind, legs pumping iron, every pedal turn, a test of endurance. For every long-distance cyclist, it is the exhilaration of such a journey that keep them going.
MetroPlus speaks to three cyclists who have covered thousands of kilometres on their bicycles. Their love for cycling is evident as they speak about their tryst with the bicycle, which is an intrinsic part of their lifestyle. June 3 is World Bicycle Day.
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After relocating from the US to Thiruvananthapuram, he began cycling to improve his fitness levels. On the suggestion of a friend in 2021, he embarked on a journey to lighthouses across Kerala.
“I jumped at the idea as it was an opportunity to see the coast of Kerala at a slow pace with beautiful lighthouses as my milestones. Symbolically too, they were beacons that pulled me forward. Since I am interested in photography, the coast and the lighthouses were ideal subjects,” says Ayyappan.
Reading up on the lighthouses familiarised him with the rich maritime history of Kerala. He also realised his interest in trying out different cuisines. “Suddenly, the world had opened to me in a whole different way.”
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“I’ve never even been to these places before,” she laughed, “and suddenly I have memories in all of them.” The dates, she added, were genuinely good — long walks, easy conversations, and meals that stretched late into the evening — and the best part was that none of it felt heavy. The boys she met are all planning to visit her in Mumbai soon, not under without any pressure but with a sense of pleasant continuity. “I’m great,” she said, and she meant it.
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