As tens of thousands of Malaysians poured across the Singapore border after it reopened last week, Mr Mars Ong decided he wasn’t going to take the conventional mode of transport back to his hometown. Instead, he elected to cycle some 135km to his home in Batu...
His family, who was expecting his return, did not know he was cycling back and found his actions “crazy”.Including breaks, Mr Ong’s journey took just over five hours. He had stopped at Pontian for a meal, and made several other pit stops to rest and rehydrate.
Mr Ong is no stranger to cycling long distances, having participated in cycling events and competitions before the pandemic. He said that while such a journey can be a memorable experience, one should not try without ample cycling experience and fitness.Get The New Paper on your phone with the free TNP app. Download from the
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