Cycling in Shanghai

Cycling in China is not only a means of transportation; it is also a popular sport in the country. Cycling is a major sport in the country and the country has performed remarkably well in the category of cycling in the last few Olympics. Union Cycliste Internationale, located in Switzerland, is the international body that governs the sport and in China there is a local body that supervises the activities and is responsible for promotion of the sport. Cycling in Shanghai is a popular sport and although the sport is not as popular as some of other games like football, but then it enjoys decent popularity amongst the young people of the city.

The game of cycling in Shanghai is quite popular in the schools and colleges. One of the reasons for pursuing the sport is the fact that cycling is good for health and that is why many young people are interested in the sport. Several tournaments of cycling are held in the country and the city to promote the game and it is in these competitions that new talented players are spotted.

In Shanghai Bicycle Club plays a major role in promoting the sport. They organize weekend cycling tours and other events and activities related to cycling. The club also supplies quality mountain bikes and sporting accessories and other cycling equipments. Wolf's Mountain Bike Club in another club in the city that is dedicated to the sport of cycling and the club is responsible for organizing weekend bike trips out of Shanghai.