Article: Dog’s eye view of ride

Thursday July 30, 2009

By MANJIT KAUR

WHILE over 200 participants took part in the monthly Penang Heritage Experience on Wheels in George Town, a little pomeranian was tucked comfortably in its owner's 'basikal tua' basket, observing the buzz of activities around it.

Candy Chhung, 28, a designer, said this was her second time participating in the event with her four-year-old pet dog named 'Xiao Hei' which means 'little black' in Chinese.

"He loves outings. I made a little cap, a T-shirt and comfortable bedding for him in the basket,'' she said.

Enjoying his outing: Xiao Hei sitting pretty in his basket, attended to by his owner Chhung.

The black pomeranian seemed to be enjoying the experience, looking left and right at those gathered at the Esplanade for the event.

The event held every last Sunday of the month was flagged off by state executive councillor Chow Kon Yeow, after which he also took part in the event, riding a classic bicycle.

Also taking part in the event were State Youth, Sports, Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Lydia Ong Kok Fooi and Tanjung Bungah assemblyman Teh Yee Cheu,

Penang Classic Bicycle Owners Club vice-president Cheng Kim Heng said about 20 club members took part in the event.

The 63-year-old man from Air Itam in Penang said the antique bicycles riden by the club members dated back to between 1906 and 1942.

Club member Seow Heng Dong, 60, said he modified his vintage bicycle's frame so that his bicycle could look more attractive.

The ride, which started at 8.30am, ended at the New World Park at about 11am.

His pride and joy: Ikhwan showing his 'New Hudson Sport' bicycle.

The participants stopped at five heritage sites — Fort Cornwallis, Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Cheah Kongsi, Kapitan Keling Mosque and St George's Church.

The event ended at the New World Park where a Vintage Bicycle Show and Competition were being organised.

The cycling event was organised by the State Sports Council and coorganised by Penang Cycling Lifestyle Society and the Knights of the Round Table Club.

This article was taken from: The Star Online: Metro: North 30 July 2009