... is tough! First, the city itself is not designed for that, with heavy traffic, frequent and lengthy waits at pedestrian crossings, and diversions due to ubiquitous road works. Once on the marina seafront path though, it was much quieter.

Nevertheless, quite a few people are running and cycling in Singapore. Usually wearing high-tech gear just like in London, and there is a surprisingly large number of racing/triathlon bikes out there. The bike shops usually don't feature many mountain-bikes (I suppose there are no mountains in Singapore, and very little nature left, if any). Instead, carbon-frame triathlon bikes are on display.

An event involving a number of traditional rowing boats was taking place in the marina, boosted by a very loud sound system featuring less traditional music (David Guetta ft Akon, Sexy Chicks).

A few other runners were about, following a relatively conservative pace, some carrying a towel for the sweat.

For the first five minutes, I felt like heat (30°C) and humidity (90%) were not such a big deal. I revised my judgement after 15 minutes, profusely sweating, and decided to slow down. Sometimes a refreshing breeze would help, but often the sun would come out with opposite effects. Things went harder and harder. After 30 minutes, my heart was racing despite having slowed down to a very conservative jog. 41 minutes were enough, time for a cold shower! That little jog opened an avenue of new challenging ideas :)

Back in London tomorrow.

Ultra hot

PS: I hope I didn't write anything too offensive for the Singapore authorities (not über-open), as I had to show my passport to get internet access at the airport. It's free though.