Night bike rides began over dumplings. Now, China is clamping down on them
Tens of thousands of cyclists in China embarked on nightly rides between Zhengzhou and Kaifeng, turning the highway into a rolling street festival. What began as a spontaneous adventure, fueled by social media and celebrated as youthful energy, was swiftly shut down by authorities citing traffic and safety concerns as the crowds swelled.
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Tens of thousands of cyclists in China embarked on nightly rides between Zhengzhou and Kaifeng, turning the highway into a rolling street festival. What began as a spontaneous adventure, fueled by social media and celebrated as youthful energy, was swiftly shut down by authorities citing traffic and safety concerns as the crowds swelled. 
