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Look: Filipino expats showcase skills in freestyle cycling in Dubai

UAE Residents performing tricks and doing stunts on cycle

Published: March 15, 2021 14:30 Ahmed Ramzan, Staff Photographer and Compiled by Devadasan K P, Picture Editor

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CYCLING 1-1615801449463 — In a sandy spot in Mamzar, overlooking the lagoon between Dubai and Sharjah, freestyle cyclists have made their tricks and stunts course out of discarded materials. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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TEA CYC 2-1615801451826 — During the weekends, different groups of freestylers from the Filipino community in the UAE gather to polish their skills, practise their hobby and keep fit. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 3-1615801440887 — Freestyle cyclists participate in several well-established disciplines. As in the other forms of freestyle riding, there are no specific rules; style/aesthetics, skills, and creativity are emphasised. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 4-1615801454731 — The activity draws amateurs and professionals from Dubai and Sharjah, allowing them to socialise and have fun. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 5-1615801457627 — Their ingenuity and passion for freestyling are evident from the care and skill they have taken to create a makeshift course out of junk. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 6-1615801460578 — Besides the fun factor, their little corner also serves as a much-needed platform to keep sharp for competitions that are held in Fujairah. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 7-1615801463358 — Some of the UAE’s most scenic terrain are helping to boost interest in all forms of the sport. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 9-1615801466300 — Balance during bicycle stunts is far more challenging than normal riding. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 10-1615801468978 — Waiting for his turn. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 13-1615801471796 — It is not an easy track, so first and foremost, safety comes first. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 14-1615801474682 — To prevent serious injuries, a good set of safety gear is mandatory. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 12-1615801443863 — Freestyle cyclists make use of urban and accessible public spaces to perform tricks. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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CYCLING 15-1615801446528 — Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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