In Tokyo with Nigel Sylvester

Last month, one of New York’s most notable BMX riders Nigel Sylvester took a trip across the world

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Last month, one of New York’s most notable BMX riders Nigel Sylvester took a trip across the world to Tokyo as part of a Gatorade-sponsored event. Hoping to get some solid riding in throughout some unfamiliar landscapes, unfortunately Mother Nature was largely un-cooperative. We still managed to catch up with Nigel to gain a better insight into the parallels between Tokyo and New York City, his everyday routine and his goals and aspirations.

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