The 5-day cycle race has been organized for the first time by Pakistan Coast Guard (PCG).
The race has been organized in a series of independence day celebrations.
The participant cyclists have come from across the country, belonging to Sui Gas, Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda), Sindh Cycling and Pakistan Adventure Cycling Association (PACA).
In addition to them, five volunteer cyclists have also taken part in the race.
The cyclists are required to cover 700 kilometers approximately.
The race will cover the areas of Karachi, Uthal, Ormara, Pasni and finally Gwadar.
Director General PCG Colonel Younus said that a good number of coast guards, police and rangers will escort the cyclists to maintain their security, whereas, a helicopter will carry out aerial surveillance up to Gwadar.
The race will conclude on July 29 in Gwadar.
Print adds:
As many as 35 cyclists from all over the country are taking part in the Karachi to Gwadar Cycle Race that started from Karachi yesterday. Participants from Sui Southern Gas Corporation, Wapda, Pakistan Adventure Cycling Association and Sindh Cycling Association are taking part in the race which is being held under the auspices of Pakistan Coastguards to mark the independence day celebrations. SSGC’s national mountain cycling champion Habibullah is among the cyclists featuring in the event.
Published in The Express Tribune, July 26th, 2011.
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seems like good fun! hope the security arrangements are good.