More than just dare Cycling

MANY MOTORISTS, along with some members of the local constabulary will deem the various groups of BMX cyclists who traverse through the roads especially on Sunday afternoons, as only having nuisance value.

Yes, admittedly, their injudicious daredevil and stunts acts are sometimes frightening and threats to their own safety and to others.

Without deeper reasoning and understanding, these young men’s actions are blind-sided.

Those who are critical of them take a myopic look rather than see the greater good.

Critically, the youths are engaged in healthy physical activity. In addition, they participate in something positive, albeit at times, it is marinated with danger.

Hence, riding up and down with their bicycles is a better proposition than getting entangled in nefarious activities. Therefore, a middle ground must be sought as ridding them from off the roads would definitely ignite possible unwanted social issues.

Already, the St Vincent and the Grenadines Cycling Union has taken the lead, it is left for other stakeholders to join the peloton.

The union’s Bicycle Festival staged last Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Bedford Street, was a clear indicator of how a bond between ad hoc social groupings and a legitimate national sporting body can result in fruitful synergies.

Among these cyclists can be budding leaders who are only seen as obstructionists on the roads of St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Relatedly, the Cycling Union can maximise these cyclists to fill voids within its membership structure, as well as assist them in safety practices while they go on their daily rides.

Additionally, the negatives of the daring stunts can be transformed into a positive structured sporting event, as we often glean on television.

It is noteworthy that the SVG Cycling Union has on offer a Pump Track facility, which can facilitate an exposition of the BMX cyclists’ natural instincts of performing their tricks.

Part of the puzzle’s solutions too, is for the hierarchy of the St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, specifically, the Traffic Department, to find ways of reaching out to the young cyclists.

It may be opportune for the constabulary to educate the populace on the rights of cyclists.

The time may be also right for a review of the laws governing the roads, as everyone has to co-exist and are equally bona-fide users of the road.

Collectively, policy makers and stakeholders must see a way to bridge the gap between the groupings of cyclists and the general public who abhor their presence on the roads of the country.

As it is, the positives will outdo the negatives.