Masks Still Required On Annual ‘Philly Naked Bike Ride’
My parents live in the Philadelphia area. I know they’d like it if my family and I could visit more. We’ll try to make it happen this summer, but I may avoid being there on August 28th. That’s the date of the annual Philly Naked Bike Ride. It’s really not pretty when a nude cyclist falls.
All kidding aside, the event actually promotes good things like cycling advocacy, body positivity, and awareness about fuel consumption. This year, however, no one will be 100% au naturel as they pedal around the “City of Brotherly Love.” The organizers of the Philly Naked Bike Ride say participants will still be required to wear masks in accordance with Philadelphia’s earlier coronavirus restrictions. No shirt, no pants, no underwear. Just a mask.
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According to an AP report, Philadelphia lifted most of its COVID-19 rules last week, thanks to an increase in vaccinations and decrease in cases. However, ride organizers said they hadn’t had a chance to communicate with the city since the guidelines shifted so, for the time being, they’re going to keep the mask policy in place. That is still subject to change.
The ride itself sounds great. It’s a 10-mile course that takes you past some of Philly’s historical spots, including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the iconic steps in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Those are the ones Sylvester Stallone ran up in couple of the Rocky movies. Of course, he was fully clothed.
