unbuckle the clip, put the scooter in, clip and cinch tie the strap. Very easy
rolling!
Part of the punggol waterway . Notice the buildings are up on the secondary water canal towards direction of Coney island
Nice surrounding with a gentle breeze. And its free!
One of the reasons we moved to Punggol was to have the kids be near their cousins and also the attraction of the much talked about amenities (not built then) - The Punggol waterway PCN. This was an entry I did on 2010 on the Punggol waterway and looking forward to the day it was ready. 5 years later, still a fair bit of construction going on. But its now a great place to ride, to skoot, to run or just a nice slow walk.
She skoot and I just follow
strong kick!
I am really very happy to be living near to the Punggol waterway and its a great place to relax. We also saw a new "bird cage" playground along the PCN. It looks pretty cool.
can also serve as lockup for naughty kids...
Interesting public playground
Tunnels to scaper around, explore...like all kids do
We also went past the almost completed Punggol Safra. The water pool area is crazy fun. I have a feeling it would be a very big hit with the folks.
Almost ready!!
Then we just skooted and rolled along. For kids, 1/2 hr is quite enough and she wanted a ride on the Dummy. Daddy power. No problem and thats what its for. We ended up at the kids water play area. Lots of kids running around, screaming. We were prepared and packed additional set of clothes, so off she ran straight into the sprinklers.
Dummy is the ultimate family SUV bike
Lots of kids, nice one Nparks!
all the skooting makes u hot... lets cool down.
stepping on the water spouts and making a mess. Its ok, its just water!
Big kid and small kid
After goofing around, we dried ourselves and headed home. Mummy is on the way home, bringing dinner. Simple time but priceless memories. Goodbye 2015. Thank you for all the good, fun, bad, tough, sad times. Come 201, lets remember to treasure whats truly important. Family, friends, good health and happiness.
That's very near where we live at Punggol Fields. It's a nice ride and a special one. Because she did it all under her own power and completed the whole route.
Rolling
Pungol waterway. My neighbourhood!
I really like the part nearer to the Punggol Jetty where Nparks kept a small path of dirt. This made it bit more challenging for Momo but not impossible for her to ride. It was nice also to see a lone kite circling around the sky near Coney Island. That's not too often a sight in our urbanised country.
bumpity bumpity
Its fun
That's Coney Island. I remember doing army beach head exercises here. Before the wall was made.
The path was more crowded when we were at Punggol End. We saw many families and people. Some were cycling, some sitting at the steps facing the sea, enjoying the sea breeze. Its a nice lepak feeling.
Sitting at the steps and enjoying the sea breeze
Couples on a tandem
Momo keeping left, watching out for traffic as we neared the Punggol end.
Boats at Punggol Marina
New bike rental @ Punggol Marina
We carried on towards Punggol Marina and it was here, Momo complained that her butt hurts bit . I told her it was around 1/3 of the journey and lets do it slowly together. With plenty of stops, chats and encouragement, we eventually managed to complete the journey. It was a 20km ride and while its not in any way Epic distance. I am really proud of her. For her persistence and determination to continue the ride. I could see she was also very pleased with herself to have done it. She told me" very tired but fun. And jelly legs" haha..:) Do try out this route with your child some day. Its really fun!
We do sunday rides. The general idea is to come together, do a "slow down and smell the roses" ride. Explore a part of a country which you might not be so familiar.
Yesterday we visited Punggol Waterway and we also had the great honor of having Minister Khaw riding with us! Actually there were also the Nparks, URA management team rolling in the midst of the group.. which not many realised. But that's ok as they just wanted to meet real riders and users of the park. It was a nice gentle roll... with quite an awesome turnout.
Lovely slow ride which allow people to chat while they cycle. Try it someday.. slowly does it and experience the simple joy of cycling!
I took a easy ride at the nearby Punggol Waterway this morning. Riding the tokyo bike present by Wifey, it felt good.
Toyko Bike at Punggol...
Rolling slowly enjoying the cool morning. Many were doing the same too. Jogging, walking and cycling. As I rode along, I met an old gentleman cycling slowly. I nodded and said "zhao ann" (good morning in Chinese) . He turned his head alittle side ways to my direction, nodded and "zhao ann" back. We rode a little while together and I ask if I could take a photo of him and his bicycle. He stopped and as I fumbled to get my iphone to work.. we chatted abit.
Mr Lim, 70-ish with his 30year old bicycle
Mr Lim B.S.A
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Rusted but it still spins
Mr Lim
His name was Mr Lim, Stayed near Hougang and he had this bicycle for more than 30 years. He like to ride along the PCN as it is quiet and not so dangerous. "Cycling is nice, I just ride slowly for exercise. " he added. I looked at his face, it is wrinkled and creased. One side of his body is stiff and a classic sign of a stroke person, like my Dad.
We hopped back onto the bicycle and continued the slow ride, soaking in the quiet peace. It is nice, crank by crank, wheels rolling slowly, moving forward.
Mr Lim pedalling on, slowly (sorry for the crappy shots... my iphone is the old gen)
Nature even gave me a nice treat as I stopped at the Serangoon river. A fish jump out of the water and "hopped" 3 times. Just in front of me.. just like that. In a flash, the dance appeared and vanished. This is no wild outback but it just felt so peaceful and amazing at the same time. All 10 min from my home. Slow down, smile and say hello. You never know what surprises and beauty you will see.
With the Surly Dummy.... we can! Photo by Diane Flaviano
Rolling along with LCSG crew.. Photo Credits Diane Flaviano
Ah mo is busy with the camera Photo credits Diane Flaviano
Sunday is always a happy day with Lovecyclingsg team! This is at Punggol water way ---- Photo by Diane Flaviano
I enjoy cycling and one of my biggest regret is that I can't bring my wife and girl along for the sunday rides. Not anymore! With the Surly Dummy, I can! It serves as a support vehicle for my girl, in case when she cycles and becomes tired. She can just hop on to the rear seat. The side panel pocket is able to hold her bicycle, my wife and her. Many asked me if it is very tough to ride. Actually it is not so due to the gearing. Simply reduce and use the "easy gear", spin rather then mash. The tricky part is the starting off and balancing the 2 other passengers. A trick I tell my wifey is to feel like "a sack of potatoes". My little girl is already used to Dummy and she can hop and get on the bike like a season cowboy.
Last Sunday, we did the Punggol Water water ride, slow and steady pace so that the kids can also have fun. Many came, laughed and enjoyed the wonderful place. Me and my family did too... with a Surly Dummy!
Ps: photos are from Diane of Unfold and Cycle, please do go and visit her blog for really nice articles on the folding bicycles too! Thank you Diane!
