Frontline couriers push through tough weather on two wheels
Across many cities, cyclists keep delivering essentials despite harsh conditions. Their daily routes demand grit and quick thinking as winter winds, rain, and bad roads test stamina. In this environment, some riders adopt practical tricks that help them stay productive and safe, turning simple gear into reliable tools for the job. A recent image circulating online showed a bicycle equipped with specially designed couplings wrapped in insulating material on the handlebars. The aim is clear: to protect hands from the cold and keep riders comfortable enough to maintain speed and focus during long shifts.
Commentators have mixed reactions. A portion found the make-do solution clever and clever enough to be shared widely. Others point out that similar tactics have long been standard for other riders, including motorcyclists, parents pushing strollers, and cyclists in colder regions like the Nordic countries. Yet the idea resonates because it highlights problem solving in real time under demanding conditions. The bottom line remains unchanged: couriers perform demanding, complex work and often push through weather to meet needs, no matter what the forecast says.
Requires 7,000 tires in popular sizes
Stability and mobility depend on reliable tires. When tires are in short supply, it affects more than a bike rider; it can ripple through public safety and essential services that rely on rapid response. The goal is to ensure uninterrupted transportation for critical operations, even when weather or supply chains complicate life on the ground.
With the support of a broad community effort, a fundraising initiative was launched to help stock tires for a fleet of important vehicles. The campaign collects donations to purchase tires for cars used by the People’s Police and other operational services. These include ambulances, the regional emergency ministry, and vehicles delivering humanitarian aid to residents in need, as well as equipment used to support military and civilian relief efforts in the Donbass region. People can contribute through the dedicated collection page and be part of sustaining essential mobility in challenging times.
Source: Telegram / What’s in Moscow?