Wild Ride At The Zoo - 2012

Photos from the first Wild Ride At The Zoo. Put on by Cleveland Metro Parks, and the Cleveland Zoo. The idea of avid cyclist, Joe Yachanin, Marketing & P. R. Specialist for the Zoo, it was a big hit out of the box. Thanks to all involved. All photos property of The Great Lakes Courier. ©2012

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  • http://http://www.clemetzoo.com
  • After signing waivers, walking through the front gate saw cyclists everywhere.
  • Ahhhhh the Rhinos.
  • No really sure to make of riders.
  • The roads were well marked.
  • I mean these are some pretty cool visuals while biking around.
  • Our friends at Bike Cleveland were there.
  • Director of Bike Cleveland, Jacob VanSickle on the right speaks with a fellow rider.
  • You look to the right and BAM! There is a lion.
  • Do you know why the King of Beast ...
  • Mike Hoffman doing the Go-Pro duties, stops to take a couple stills.
  • Mike Hornsby from Lakewood, loved the ride.
  • Ray's Mountain Bikes were there with helmets, and info on their great facility.
  • I have this terrible habit of taking pictures while driving, and I found out with this seris I cannot stop even on a bike!
  • This little fellows turns and bolts for the whole in the gate...
  • As I rode off, I couldn't help but wonder what was on the other side of the fence!
  • One last look before I leave. Great job Joe, and everyone at the Cleveland Zoo. I can't wait for the next time.
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