Cycling is a dedicated cardio and it helps to strengthen the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels. Many of Nigeria’s parks have excellent cycle ways, which are generally accessible during the park’s opening hours (usually while the sun is up, daily – some parks offer longer opening hours at the weekends). You can find bike routes other people use and share yours using bikemap.

Bike rental services like Awa Bike can be utilized where available. There will be dedicated cycling outlets around Nigeria where you can either buy or rent high quality bicycles for kids and adults. You would also be able to get helmets, accessories and even a good speedometer in order to track your ride.

Considering to move a pedal up on fitness with a group? There are a number of cycling organizations in various cities in Nigeria that serve as a great way to encourage and connect with local riders. Cycology Cycling club is a platform that promotes cycling as well as wheelers cycling club, City Cyclers and lifestyle cycling club. We look forward to identifying and making available a list of groups which host popular morning and evening rides.

Cyclists need to wear helmet; they are available in bike shops or from sport shops in major malls. You can’t ride your bikes on major roads or highways; use the dedicated cycle paths. Don’t ride on pedestrian pathways. Double seat riding is not allowed unless the bike is designed for two. Use front and rear lights for night rides. Wearing reflective clothing is also advisable. Stay hydrated by drinking water before, during and after cycling.

Cycling competitions will be organized by cycling clubs and groups around Nigeria during the Nigeria Fitness Challenge. There will be the Tour Naija flagship fun cycling event to be organized at certain locations to be made available soon. These Tour Naija flagship fun community cycling events will be a 12km race.

You have to have registered and recieved your NFC cycling bib at least 24 hours before the race. Participants more than 15 minutes late will not be allowed.

For a more adventurous bike ride, the beautiful beaches and sandy trails of southern Nigeria are perfect for fatbikes. There are only a few of such in this part of the world and clubs like Fatbike Nigeria intends to connect cyclists looking for a bit different adventure.