Audio By Carbonatix
A horde of cycling enthusiasts clad in Cowbell T-shirt thronged the Jubilee Park in Tamale for the 2019 edition of the Cowbell Bike Caravan.
The much-anticipated event, which forms part of activities marking the 20thanniversary celebration of the brand saw participation from children as young as three years among several adults.
The 22km-long cycling event was aimed at promoting safe cycling whiles encouraging participants to adopt it as a form of exercise for healthy living.
With an escort from the police and the ambulance service, participants join the thrilling ride through the principal street of Tamale.
In a media interview, Joseph Ashong, the Brand Manager for Cowbell expressed his excitement about the event.
“We are thrilled that our brand through the Cowbell Bike Caravan draws thousands of people to come and exercise with us for more than a decade. Our commitment to making it much better continues unabated.
“We believe that aside from professional cycling, Ghanaians can adopt cycling as a form of exercise in building healthier bodies,” he said.
Cycling culture in the Northern regional capital town of Tamale is big and Promasidor, the makers of Cowbell Mr Ashong said would want to encourage it.
“At the same time, we want to take the opportunity to educate the cyclist on safety precautions while they are on the road,” he added.
Mr Ashong said the Cowbell Bike Caravan provides an opportunity for the country to unearth professional cycling talents.
Over 100 prize packages which included bicycles, cowbell souvenirs and products were presented to the participants.
The event was interspersed with music and dance performances from local artistes to entertain the crowd.
Some participants who shared their experience thanked Cowbell for the event and encouraged other brands to emulate it.
The 22km-long cycling event was aimed at promoting safe cycling whiles encouraging participants to adopt it as a form of exercise for healthy living.
With an escort from the police and the ambulance service, participants join the thrilling ride through the principal street of Tamale.
In a media interview, Joseph Ashong, the Brand Manager for Cowbell expressed his excitement about the event.
“We are thrilled that our brand through the Cowbell Bike Caravan draws thousands of people to come and exercise with us for more than a decade. Our commitment to making it much better continues unabated.
“We believe that aside from professional cycling, Ghanaians can adopt cycling as a form of exercise in building healthier bodies,” he said.
Cycling culture in the Northern regional capital town of Tamale is big and Promasidor, the makers of Cowbell Mr Ashong said would want to encourage it.
“At the same time, we want to take the opportunity to educate the cyclist on safety precautions while they are on the road,” he added.
Mr Ashong said the Cowbell Bike Caravan provides an opportunity for the country to unearth professional cycling talents.
Over 100 prize packages which included bicycles, cowbell souvenirs and products were presented to the participants.
The event was interspersed with music and dance performances from local artistes to entertain the crowd.
Some participants who shared their experience thanked Cowbell for the event and encouraged other brands to emulate it.DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
Latest Stories
-
7 out of 10 human trafficking cases in Ghana never reach prosecution — JoyNews Research
5 minutes -
Music, football to converge at Music Meets Football Summit 2026 in Lusaka
10 minutes -
Putin invites young global leaders to partner with Russia in shaping future world order
11 minutes -
Putin calls for ‘just world’, says every nation must be free to choose its own path
18 minutes -
IFY 2026 food festival to serve 20,000 meals showcasing global cuisines in Russia
29 minutes -
Ghana has a Domestic Violence Act: But can a victim afford to use it?
33 minutes -
Young artists from 100 countries showcase works at IFY 2026 in Russia
34 minutes -
Russia opens neo-Nazism exhibition at International Festival of Youth 2026
54 minutes -
‘Let’s change the world together’ – Putin tells young people
59 minutes -
VC inaugurates three committees ahead of UG’s 80th anniversary celebration
60 minutes -
Today’s Front pages: Monday, September 14, 2026
1 hour -
The Or Foundation to launch recycled textiles platform Foose Materials during London Design Week
1 hour -
110 children at Cardiothoracic Centre get second chance at life as Ghana Medical Trust Fund marks first year
1 hour -
‘I’m suffering’ – Motherless 12-year-old who lost both legs, father in Ofankor-Pokuase crash seeks support
1 hour -
Education Ministry extends 2026 SHS placement exercise by one week
3 hours