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GEARED FOR A GREAT RIDE

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The sport of cycling has taken off like Lance Armstrong on steroids. Be it as a recreational activity or an amateur sport, the last five years has seen an exponential growth in all kinds of cycles, but especially  kids’ bicycles in India , indicating the surge in its popularity. The obsession with fitness and a need to be a part of the new cult that is active and adventurous has led to more and more people taking up cycling. What we are witnessing is the birth of a new culture, a culture that promotes sports and fitness as a way of life. And this augurs well for a country that strives to better its medal tally in the Olympics or to make a mark in international sporting events. This could be the beginning of something big. So be it road cycling or off-roading, it has evolved from being a kids’ only activity to one that has roped in enthusiasts across ages. In fact, many holiday tour operators even organise special tours for seniors above the age of fifty now a days. Cycle designs, too