Sunday stroll

For the past few weeks, Muévete en Bici has been going deep into the Historical Center. I brought my camera along again because I've been seeing some strange sights needing to be documented. Although, when does one NOT see strange sights here? I failed terribly at capturing some of the better moments, though, because I was too busy staring or avoiding potholes, but here are a few photos from today.

The tone-deaf men tolling the bells at the Cathedral in the Zócalo need practice. 

Signs with one's name on it always warrant a picture.

Girl, get some clothes on!

You can buy flowers from Jesus behind the Zócalo.

Biked to the Basilica de Guadalupe

Today's route was super long and took us to new parts of the city and almost out of it to Mexico State. We passed the infamous Tepito neighborhood and probably some other places a foreigner might not want to be seen in at night or even during the day, but a nice change from the usual.

Ciclotón

A quick video of Sunday's Ciclotón. Was trying to record and bike at the same time but didn't do much since the roads can be quite hazardous if you're not watching for potholes. 

Muévete en Bici

To the chagrin of drivers, Mexico City shuts down one of its major streets, Reforma Avenue, every Sunday from 8-2. Why? For the bikers, the walkers, the in-line skaters, and anyone wishing to feel the joy of roaming through Reforma sans cars in a program called Muévete en Bici, or Get Moving on Bike. And even better, on the last Sunday of every month, the city paves a 25km circular path around the city, called the Ciclotón. On that bike ride, you can take in views of the city through several delegations in a relatively flat (but still a little smoggy) ride with thousands of other friendly folks. Water greets you every so often, and if ever a flat or near fatal accident befall you, volunteers from Benotto, Red Cross, and others are standing by to help you back on your feet. Even if you're adept at riding, a slight bump over an unsteady pothole might land you on your face, too. With near perfect weather every day and free bike rentals to boot, there's no excuse. Seems Mayor Ebrard is enjoying the ride as well. Link