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The “TOUR DE TSUMARI” is held every year in Niigata Prefecture with a course which covers a maximum distance of 120km. Because it is not a time trial race, the participants can enjoy the scenery and the hospitality of the local people. A notable point is that this event is an artwork itself with the theme of moving. The originator is Yoshiaki Ito, an architect and cyclist. Continuing from the last time, we interviewed him. *part1 is here Fusion of Exhibition and Race When most people think of an exhibition, they may imagine an exhibition at a museum. The “Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale”, held once every three years, is one of the world’s largest international art […]
Long rides bring joy to cyclists. The “TOUR DE TSUMARI” is held every year in Niigata Prefecture with a course which covers a maximum distance of 120km. Because it is not a time trial race, the participants can enjoy the scenery and the hospitality of the local people. Moreover, another notable point is that this event is an artwork itself with the theme of moving. The originator is Yoshiaki Ito, an architect and cyclist. We interviewed Mr. Ito about the history of the ” TOUR DE TSUMARI” over two sessions. *part2 is here Table of Contents Unexpected encounter Sometimes we come across something that shakes our soul. Games, music, movies, fashion, cars, scenery, food, a […]
“BIKE TALK” – New York, BNY Edition -, an online talk event organized by Global Ride, was held. Our guest speaker was “KENNETH J. PODZIBA,” President and CEO of BIKE NEW YORK, a non-profit organization that organizes the world’s largest cycling event, the Bike New York (Five Boro Bike Tour). We talked about Bike New York, the state of bicycling in New York City, and the tens of thousands of participatory fun-ride events held around the world. The talk will be facilitated by Taro Shirato (sports navigator and representative of Athlonia), a triathlete and former participant of the “Five Boro Bike Tour” himself. Please take a look. BIKE TALK 2022 3rd「Ne […]
“BIKE TALK” – Queensland, Australia Edition -, an online talk event organized by Global Ride, was held. Paul Summers, Director of Tourism Queensland Japan, was our guest and spoke about the state of cycling in Queensland, Australia, and some of the major ride events. The talk will be facilitated by Taro Shirato (sports navigator and representative of Athlonia), a triathlete and frequent visitor to Queensland himself. Please take a look. BIKE TALK 2022 2nd「Queensland, Australia Edition」 presented by:Run&Ride Click here to view the video of the Queensland, Australia edition.
“BIKE TALK” – Hawaii HBL Edition -, an online talk event organized by Global Ride, was held. The Hawaii Bicycling League (HBL) is a non-profit organization that organizes the Honolulu Century Ride, the largest and most popular ride event in Hawaii that every rider wants to ride at least once. Travis Counsell, Executive Director, and Abecchi A-1 of Sponavi Hawaii, an expert on Hawaii’s sporting events, were our guests to talk about Hawaii’s amazing scenery, new ways to enjoy bicycles that add color to your trip, life’s work, and the courses and culture popular among local riders. The talk will be facilitated by Taro Shirato (sports navigator and representative of […]