CHANGE OF NAME

Changi Cycling Group has changed its name to Team EZ Riders or just EZ Riders effective 1^st July 2009.

What’s in a name? Nothing.

A name does not mean anything. There is no significance in a name; just like, a rose with any other name smell just as sweet. Tiger Woods, with any other name, plays golf just as great and entertaining. A cheetah with any other name runs just as fast and will still be the fastest animal on earth.

So what is the rationale behind a name and by using any of the above names, will one be just as great and well known? No. It is one’s talent, skill and practise that makes one great. It is through enormous amount of hard work and effort, endurance and patience both mentally and physically that one can achieve greatness.

But by saying so, EZ Riders is not in the least having any thoughts of been great. To us, a name is simply a label, an identification of a group, so that we can be addressed as one, nothing more.

The riders are a mix of men and ladies with ages ranging from 30s to 60s, professionals in their respective fields, gentle by nature and well mannered. The common theme in this activity is to exercise, stay healthy and have fun and laughter. Most important of all it is to enjoy the ride and not so much of a competition.

The greatest joy amongst the group riders is when they spot a Dura-ace or Ultegra in front of them. That’s when the adrenalin begins to rise and the chase begins with every cyclist showing their prowess of going more than 40km/hr. Obviously some riders were terribly stressed. It is exciting and so much fun to be part of this group, like a pack of hounds chasing after a hare. Indescribable joy!!

There are also many joyous and fun-filled activities and adventurous rides in Singapore as well as neighbouring countries. In line with our common objective, we have map out trips to Desaru, Batam and Bintan to enhance our cycling pleasure and enjoyment. These places have great cycling routes that are not only strenuous and challenging but also give great pleasure to test one’s endurance and stamina, and most of all a very satisfying endeavour.

The name “Changi Cycling Group” was an impromptu name selected as we were new to cycling then and our usual route was at Changi coastal road. That was about 1 year ago, and as it evolved through time, gathering momentum and strength in term of increasing number of members and upgrading of bicycles, a decision was made for the change of name. With a common consensus, the group decided that a name should be selected to depict its characteristic.

EZ Riders was chosen from a given list of names. We chose it because it gives character to our common interest and intention. It radiates camaraderie within the group and safety and welfare amongst the members.

We are now in the process of printing our own cycling jerseys for the members to strengthen our identity even further. For any future events like the Runway Endurance Cycling or the OCBC event or others, we will participate as a team to be identified by our cycling jerseys with the prominent logo “EZ Riders”.

Written by Raymond Yow