Get Sylvester: BMX in Dominican Republic

The latest episode of the ongoing Get Sylvester series sees BMX rider Nigel Sylvester linking up

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The latest episode of the ongoing Get Sylvester series sees BMX rider Nigel Sylvester linking up with fellow professional Ralphy Ramos for a trip to Ramos’s home country, the Dominican Republic. With settings ranging from a plush ocean side villa to the gritty inner-city streets, the 10-minute video spotlights the extreme poverty that exists throughout the island nation while also featuring more lighthearted fare, including some highway hijinks and an urban ride session. The short video also includes a visit with Ramos’s family and sees both riders touching on the strong work ethic that is so pervasive throughout the Dominican.

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