Cyclists test fitness at Changling Lake race

The nice weather in Harbin, capital city of Northeast China’s Heilongjiang province sparked the enthusiasm of hundreds of cyclists to test their power and physical fitness.

A bicycle race was held in Changlinghu Lake scenic area of Harbin on May 19, attracting participation of around 400 cyclists from 17 provinces, including those from Beijing, Liaoning, Jilin, Shandong, Jiangxi and Shanxi and Inner Mongolia.

Participants could choose from the elites’ and masters’ groups (36 kilometer), the women’s group (24km) and a normal group (12km).

The routes cover at least 12 km, providing participants a unique experience as the whole routes take along the banks of Changling Lake, which has stunning, mesmerizing scenery.

The race was held to promote the stunning scenery of Changling Lake and encourage mass participation of cycling activities.

Cyclists cheer for each other before setting off at a bicycle race held in Changling Lake scenic area on May 19. [Photo/IC]

Cyclists wave to the camera when set off from the starting line of a bicycle race held in Changling Lake scenic area on May 19. [Photo/IC]

Cyclists pose for a group photo at a bicycle race held in Changling Lake scenic area on May 19. [Photo/IC]