Salt Water
The harmattan crept. Then, it was sudden and accompanied by heat. The kind of heat that waited for you to dab your body in lotion, and then fried...
Cycling Stories
Bicycles are a common denominator among almost all of us, regardless of the part of the world or the culture in which we live.
Whether for work, transportation, fitness, enjoyment, or all of the above, bikes, specifically — and the experience of pedaling two wheels, generally — binds us together.
Here, we explore the cycling experience from riders all over the globe, by sharing their stories and the unique perspectives that only biking provides.
Over the Peak
“The desire to live actively compels me not just to bike further, but to experience new cultures, meet new people, and familiarize myself with as much of this...
Another Ride? Are you Crazy?
That is what they say Another ride today? Didn’t you ride yesterday? What is the matter with you? They don’t understand How the morning sun warms my face Feeds my soul, takes the place Of...
Sonic
It all happened in a flash Riding speedily on a ghost Going on a daredevil ride Into a valley no one goes. Adrenaline surging through My veins and into my brain. Racing through the streets With a...
His Ride or Die
Tony couldn't wait to leave the hospital. He had always been repulsed by the stench cloaking the entire building and marveled at the irony that such a place...
Summer Nights
With the lights of the pier Poking the smooth sunset In the eye I ride Past the hens Clucking as I tick melodically A euphoric metronome Keeping in time with my favourite home I love this city And...
Cycling to Vasanthapura
Benny was the first to come up with the idea that we should cycle to his village on the outskirts of Bangalore. It was August, and we eagerly...
She Runs
Her toes are dancing with excitement, like a tango inside her shoes. She sways like a willow in the whirling wind; her palms perspiring against the handlebars. Having...
The Competition and the Medal
Janet enjoyed riding her cute pink bicycle every Saturday, which her father had gifted on her 10th year birthday. After cleaning the house and eating her breakfast, which usually...
Elevated Consciousness
“I've continued cycling, and it’s grown into a habit. And like most things we do habitually, we become good at them.”Osoch Ogun 6 a.m. I down a mug of...