THE Makati Business Club and Shell Pilipinas Corporation partners with Mobile in MNL for this year’s Share the City Gran Fondo where more than 200 participants ride out in support of inclusive road sharing among all road users, especially cyclists and pedestrians.
This year, participants nationwide were challenged to complete a 100-kilometer bike ride within the day, which was tracked via Strava App. The event was inspired by the bike rides organized in Italy where participants ride 100 kilometers in a day.
“Promoting cycling is part of MBC’s advocacy for pro-people transport, including safe and reliable public transport and walking and biking infrastructure,” MBC Executive Director Coco Alcuaz said. “With our member Shell, we hope today’s event helps build understanding and support for this cause.”
Around 39 Shell stations participated in the event where bike participants could park their bicycles in designated bike racks to purchase bike accessories or for some refreshments.
By visiting designated hill stations and uploading a selfie or a video of themselves on social media, participants earned bonus points to get special prizes.
“[Cycling], I think this has grown during the pandemic. And I’m glad it did,” said Lorelie Quiambao-Osial, Shell Pilipinas Corporation President and CEO. “There are certainly community benefits, societal benefits as well as health benefits of biking and cycling.”