I Love Riding in the City
NAME: Edward Sim
LOCATION: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
OCUPATION: University Lecturer
Where do you live and what’s it like riding in your city?
I live in a suburb called Puchong, about 30 km away from the city center. Riding in my town is quite challenging, millions of cars, trucks and motorbikes roam the roads 24/7 and there are no bicycle lanes. However, it does not make cycling difficult as cars do keep an eye on motorbikes, so they do not drive like a crazy man, hence cyclists benefit from it. The weather is the typical excuse of not riding a bike, but I know when’s the best time to ride and not.
What was your favorite city to ride in, and why?
I have not had the chance to ride in cities of a foreign country, but definitely Kuala Lumpur is not my favorite city to ride. It lacks the infrastructure and awareness for bicycles, and politicians have not heard of bike lanes. However, the cycling culture is growing, lots of weekend cyclists and the hardcore fixed gear riders. There is hope that one day that I actually could see a physical bike lane in this country, I am positive.
Why do you love riding in the city?
I love riding in the city simply because I get around quicker than a car during rush hour. I am one of the rare ones who bike to work, I love zig-zagging my way through gridlocks and arriving to work without the stress of finding a car park, and I skipped the toll and parking charges. I arrive to work with lots of energy and I am healthier and fitter day by day. There isn’t much scenery to see but occasionally I do meet some interesting cyclists and get to know their stories.
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