Our first DetoursFromHome story is from a Filipina writer and photographer based in New York. She tells us how biking – since no other mode of NY transport will allow physical distancing – is helping keep her mind away from the pandemic.
[Editor's note: Detours from home is a Rappler column where readers can share about the new things they have learned while in quarantine.
Here in New York, folks are still allowed outside as long as we follow proper social distancing guidelines. As for me, riding in a cramped subway or car was out of the question for now. This meant thinking of new means of getting around. As it turned out, I didn't have to look very far.every summer. In college, I biked through the streets of Savannah to get to class. Even when traveling in Europe, I explored new cities on a bike.
Bike stores are considered essential in New York, and many are still open for business. After over an hour and a half in a secondhand bike shop, playing Goldilocks , I finally emerged with a bike that felt"just right" to me.It's the perfect time to get on a bike in the city. With spring in the air and fewer cars on the road, the roads have become a bike showcase from the latest and fastest race bikes to kids pedaling with training wheels.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
2 siblings jailed for returning home to Inabanga, Bohol despite travel restrictionsPolicemen in Bohol province arrested two Inabanga town natives who returned home from Barangay Labangon in Cebu City despite travel restrictions.
Read more »
LOOK: Inside the home of celebrity couple Aubrey Miles and Troy MonteroCheck out the beautiful home of celebrity couple Aubrey Miles and Troy Montero in this gallery.
Read more »
Ramen Nagi introduces ramen takeout boxUPDATED. Each cook-at-home Ramen To Go Box contains two servings of your favorite Ramen Nagi broth, noodles, and toppings! 🍜
Read more »
Adams' journey: How this Fil-Am found his way to ManilaReady to call it quits, Roosevelt Adams finds his way back to his old sport in a new home.
Read more »
Pauleen no birthday gift for hubby Vic, but…Despite being in home quarantine, Pauleen Luna made sure that her husband Vic Sotto’s 65th birthday last April 28 was a memorable one.Vic spent his special day with a minicelebration that
Read more »