Argentina cycling group opens inclusive rides for people with disabilities
Tandem Norte is helping visually impaired and neurodivergent participants experience cycling through adapted tandem bikes.
An innovative cycling initiative in Argentina, Tandem Norte, is breaking down barriers by enabling people with visual impairments, neurodivergence, and motor disabilities to experience cycling in outdoor environments. Using specially designed tandem bicycles, sighted volunteers guide riders from the front while participants pedal safely behind, allowing them to enjoy nature and physical activity together.
Founded by Sandra Dajnowski after she lost her sight later in life, the project has grown into a community-driven effort that has welcomed more than 50 participants. Co-founder Jose Soto says the initiative is designed to be inclusive for people with a wide range of conditions, including autism, Down’s syndrome, and developmental delays. Participants describe the experience as deeply empowering, offering both independence and emotional well-being, while highlighting the broader lack of accessible recreational sports infrastructure in Argentina.
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