Recently, some netizens launched an online cycling event called "I Love Cycling," which required male participants to wear only shorts and female participants to wear swimsuits. At 3 p.m. on May 27, under the "scorching sun," nearly 30 cycling enthusiasts taking part in the "naked ride" arrived in unified "attire" and set off from the Oriental Sports Center. The organizers said the event aimed to promote "a healthy lifestyle and eco-friendly travel."
At 3 p.m. on May 27, nearly 30 cycling enthusiasts taking part in the "naked ride" began their cycling activity in unified "attire."
Before 3 p.m., participants arrived one after another at the designated venue and had body paintings done, with various designs showcasing individuality. According to the route, the cycling group was to ride from the Oriental Sports Center all the way to the area near Lujiazui, passing by landmarks such as the former Expo site. Meanwhile, because the Baosteel Grand Stage was hosting a matchmaking event for tens of thousands that weekend, the passing of the "muscle men" cycling team caught attention, with many parents who had come to scout potential sons- or daughters-in-law aiming their cameras at the "naked ride" group.
Before the start of the event, participants painted each other’s bodies to express their individuality.
Reporters noted that the majority of participants in the "naked ride" were male. The few female participants were unbothered by the concept, openly stating that cycling is healthy and fun, and that they didn’t care about others’ opinions.
The event drew the attention of passersby.