Cycling In Mumbai


A few days ago I blogged about why we have stopped doing silly things. Now that the thought had stayed with me for close to a month now, I finally decided to do something about it. I decided to rent a cycle and go cycling in Mumbai.

The first thought was scary; I have not cycled for like 15 years now, what if I have forgotten how to do it?

There way too much traffic in Mumbai, what if I get into an accident?

So I asked a friend to tag along, I told him to ride in front of me so I could just follow him.

Initially, because it was late evening, there was traffic and the ride wasn’t as enjoyable as I wanted it to be. However, as we got closer to 10pm-ish the traffic subsided and it was a dream to ride.

We went all the way from Dadar to Horiman Circle. I personally find the southern part of Mumbai absolutely mesmerising; especially at night when there is less traffic, lesser people and the lights have come on.

The old heritage buildings look stunning, the empty roads add to the beauty. I have always enjoyed going there late at night for a drive, but riding on a cycle with barely any cars around was such a dream.

I realized just changing one aspect of the way we do things can make such a difference. I really wouldn’t mind doing it again – maybe sometime next month.

Have you explored your city in a new way? Let’s chat about it in the comments.

PS: I rented my cycle from Mahim - https://cyclix.in/


Comments

  1. After 15 years try cycling again that too on such busy roads... It is crazy, scary and adventurous. After reading you post and watching your video I am also tempted to give it a try after so many years.

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  2. Cycling is indeed a fun for me that I can go anytime. Seems you had. a gala time .

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  3. As a part of MADRAS DAY celebrations, I have won a prize in a contest and had a chance of going in an open top bus. It was an enjoyable ride.

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  4. South Mumbai is a different joy at night. You must've had an amazing experience!

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  5. Nice, seems like you had a fun ride.

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  6. I want to go cycling, too, but I'm scared of getting into an accident in heavy traffic. Our roads are not cyclist-friendly at all.

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  7. Loved the post.. you know what! Sometimes doing silly things(not actually- it's fun thing to do) gives us immense pleasure. Keep doing things that makes you feel happy.

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  8. This looks like so much fun. I love cycling too.

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  9. well said pooja I would love to do this too

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  10. I can't cycle. Will this society accept me ?
    Looked like fund

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  11. U must had so much fun because that's reflecting in your post. Keep going.

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  12. Lucky you. I have never cycled in my life and I wish I could. Do not give it up. It will keep you refreshed.

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  13. Cycling is indeed a fun for me t
    Seems you had a gala time .

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  14. That sounds like so much fun. Exploring your city in a new way.

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  15. Me and my hubby are weekend cyclist. While cycling we have explored places which were hidden treasure in our city. It is refreshing and the best possible exercise to keep yourself fit.

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  16. It is always a joy to do something different, and also gives one pleasure. Cycling in Mumbai at night sounds delightful. If only all of us could go back to our childhood memories, and do what we used to do, life would be so wonderful.

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  17. when you try something a long time, it give a chill plus an excitement of trying it again.

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  18. What a wonderful experience. Sadly, I do not know how to cycle. But this really sounds like a dream. Hopefully someday. Also, with some people with me.

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  19. Seems to be like a wonderful experience!

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  20. I remember cycling in Bangalore city in my 20s. It was quite tough to do that in the busy city areas. But I loved it all the same in spite of the abuses I received occasionally from auto drivers :)

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  21. Oh cycling is so much fun!! I live in UAE and since the weather is hot most of the year, there is very little scope of cycling. But seeing your video I think I should start it again!!

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  22. Oh wow, this looks so much fun. While on vacations, I have explored nearby places on a cycle but exploring my own city is still a dream. Looking at you enjoying I want to try that too.

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  23. Your experience sounds amazing! So happy to know that you had a wonderful time, without incident.

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  24. Cycling is fun and I can do it anytime. Seems like you had so much fun. Lovely post. I have never visited Mumbai. Can’t imagine about this city’s traffic and roads.

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  25. Cycling is fun and I can do it anytime. Seems like you had so much fun. Lovely post. I have never visited Mumbai. Can’t imagine about this city’s traffic and roads.

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  26. Cycling is fun and I can do it anytime. Seems like you had so much fun. Lovely post. I have never visited Mumbai. Can’t imagine about this city’s traffic and roads.

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  27. Cycling is fun and I can do it anytime. Seems like you had so much fun. Lovely post. I have never visited Mumbai. Can’t imagine about this city’s traffic and roads.

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  28. I dont know cycling and your video made me realise how much I am missing out on!

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  29. Good read. I have been contemplating to rent a bike since years now. This post has motivated me to stop procrastinating and start acting. Indian cities as such are not bicycle friendly and that's scary. The part of the city, I live in is still not so crowded, I guess, I must start this and enjoy cycling before crowds set in. 😊

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  30. This sounds like fun. I am more of a walking person . Make me walk, and I can go on. But I guess to each his own.
    #MyepicaReads

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  31. Wow...sounds very nice...I cycle around my apartment every once in a while...if you do not want the nasty traffic - you can try the early mornings too...

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  32. I am sure it was a fun ride. I also left cycling in 2008 after completing my PG course. Else it used to be my friend to accompany me for school and college. I will surely try it again whenever next I visit my parents.

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  33. Im too chicken to go cycling around the city. I prefer doing it within the complex itself. I was doing it. Have to continue.

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  34. I love cycling, I do it all the time.

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  35. I have to try cycling. I get bored of cardio workouts so I guess cycling on the roads should be interesting and more fun form of cardio workout.

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  36. I love cycling and do it very often. But yeah I would definitely find cycling in Mumbai to be quite scary at first. Hats off of to you for finding a new way to explore the city :).

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  37. Wow Pooja. This looks so enjoyable and your video is fulfulling to watch. Yes, it's been years we have done something crazy and found happiness in little things around.

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  38. I've never explored in this way but sounds interesting and wld like to try.

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  39. Cycling is great activity to keep oneself fit. And in Mumbai, if you want to reach early then cycle is better option.

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  40. That sounds like so much fun. It looks so enjoyable!! :)

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  41. I recently saw rental cycles in BKC and I really wanted to try it. Your post further inspired me to go ahead and do it.

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  42. I am scared to get on two wheelers let alone cycle in heavy traffic. But cycling in the small towns is fun.

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  43. Cycling is fun! I have also started it again after a long long gap of more than one decade...

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  44. Cycling is something I started during pandemic and of late have put it on backburner due to office and work related challenges.. Hope to restart soon and be regular at it...

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  45. What a lovely, carefree post! #MyFriendAlexa #TinasPicks

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  46. What a lovely, carefree post! #MyFriendAlexa #TinasPicks

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  47. For me, cycling was fun during my school days. But now it's not that easy. Since 2019 I used to go to near by place by cycle to click some good <a href="https://www.gapuphotography.com>photos</a>, but this COVID19 has changed lots of things now.

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  48. My friends and I do cycling once a week around the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur. We do it in the wee hours of Sunday morning when motorist are still dreamland and office folks do not need to work. There is a vibrant cycling community here.

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  49. Do you cycle now? I started last year after a gap of almost 50 years! Now I cycle for an hour every morning and I enjoy it!

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