COMPARED with other sports and beyond road users’ aggression towards cyclists, the sport continues to be enjoyed by cycling enthusiasts as it promotes a fun, healthy lifestyle.
This is apparent when every weekend, cyclists are out in droves to work up a sweat in the morning sun, all in the name of health and hobby.
Cycling, which was once synonymous with rural life and evening activities, is now a lifestyle and environmentally friendly symbol for people of all ages and walks of life.
This cycling enthusiast admits that the sport is good for the heart, strengthening muscle, burning calories, and weight control. It could also lower stress.
Below are some scenes seen through the lens of Media Selangor photographers AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN and NUR ADIBAH AHMAD IZAM at several recreational centres and parks, revealing that the challenges faced by cyclists are not just hot weather and rain, but also the lack of safe bicycle lanes.
However, they also found that a good portion of cyclists perform periodic checks on their bicycles before they cycle on roads and at recreation parks. When in groups, they cycle in single file along the leftmost lane for safety.
In short, cyclists don’t just want to be healthy; they want to be safe and prevent untoward incidents.
Cyclists seen enjoying the fresh air in Putrajaya on August 2, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
Cyclists use a special bicycle lane in Putrajaya, as seen on July 26, 2025.— Picture by NUR ADIBAH AHMAD IZAM/MEDIA SELANGOR
Cyclists seen enjoying the fresh air in Putrajaya on August 2, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
Bicycle shop owner Dhia Daniall Mohd Khairi (centre) chats with his customers after their 100km ride, at K Pro Cycle in Kajang, on July 20, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
Cyclists seen in protective gear near the Seri Wawasan Bridge in Putrajaya on August 2, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
More serious cyclists engage in sprint training where they cycle at high speeds and train their endurance, as seen in Hulu Langat on July 26, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
The hot weather is no deterrent to cycling enthusiasts on weekends in Hulu Langat, as seen on July 26, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
A man checks his bicycle tyre pressure before cycling in Alam Damai, Kuala Lumpur, on August 3, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
A shop in Batu 18, Hulu Langat, provides a special bicycle stand for weary cyclists stopping to rest, on July 26, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
Cyclists take a break to chat after their ride that ended in Batu 18, Hulu Langat, on July 26, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
Bicycle shop owner Dhia Daniall Mohd Khairi checks a customer’s bicycle at K Pro Cycle in Kajang, on July 20, 2025. — Picture by AHMAD ZAKKI JILAN/MEDIA SELANGOR
