You’ve heard us encourage you to explore the city but, have you ever considered exploring it by bike? What! We’re freaking out too because how fantastic does that sound? Here is a list of rad bike rides to check out in the city.

Maboneng City Cyclists
If you love the inner-city or you’re yet to explore it, join the Maboneng City Cyclists. You get to be part of casual fun rides with other awesome cyclists and you discover hidden gems in the city, at your own pace. It’s not a cycling competition but a social chilled group. Get to know more about them on their Instagram account.

Instabikerides
Meet and mingle with new people by joining Instabikerides. Every month you get the opportunity to explore cityscapes and capture stunning scenery in our urban jungle, for free. Besides, who doesn’t want a rad photograph taken of them next to their beloved bike? So don’t miss out, join the cool kids and be part of something worthwhile.

The Whippet Cycling Co
The Whippet Cycling Co is a bicycle store situated in The Maboneng Precinct. They specialise in custom build steel frame bicycles, a wide selection of second hand and vintage bicycle components. However, they are also involved in several social and bicycle events throughout the calendar year. Keep up-to-date with them on their social media pages.

Bicycle Stokvel
Want to join a cycling group incorporating music, art, food, and of course cycling? Then you’re in luck because Bicycle Stokvel does just that, as well as functioning as a creative hub to share knowledge on the different crafts mentioned above. So not only are you meeting, mingling and exploring the city with awesome folks, you’re also learning from and with them. Win-win much?

Curiocity Hostels
Curiosity may have killed the cat but you know what they say, satisfaction bought it back! Check into this backpacking hostel and be part of their incredible bike rides, among other activities. The biggest upside to this is, you get to explore the city with not just new people, but foreign people too. Talk about exposure right? So get involved with Curiocity Hostels.

By Cleopatra Shava
Via Joburg.co.za

*Photo by Kevin Sutherland