Olympians Hamish Legarth and Nicole Shields take part in a community ride at Tatu City, one of the key stops on their 4,500km cycling tour across East Africa in aid of World Bicycle Relief.
By Editorial Team.
Tatu City, Kenya, 15 August 2025 — New Zealand Olympians Hamish Legarth (Paris 2024, Sprint Kayaking) and Nicole Shields (Paris 2024 – Silver, Track Cycling) brought their 4,500km cycling journey across East Africa to Tatu City, championing World Bicycle Relief’s mission to improve access to education, healthcare, and livelihoods through bicycles.
Joined by Nova Pioneer School students and Tatu City staff, the athletes took part in a spirited community ride along the city’s scenic nature trails and cyclist-friendly routes. Their Tatu City stop followed visits to Kisumu, where they toured World Bicycle Relief’s distribution hub, and Iten, the world-famous training base for Kenya’s elite runners. From here, their journey continues across the region, carrying a message of mobility equity powered by the humble bicycle.
“Tatu City is designed for people, not just buildings,” said Linda Nyaseda, Head of City Management at Tatu City. “Our pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly infrastructure ensures safety and harmony between vehicles and non-motorized users. We are proud to host Hamish and Nicole, whose mission reflects our vision of healthy, connected communities.”
For Hamish, the goal is simple but urgent. “The more bicycles we can deliver, the more lives we can impact,” he said. Nicole echoed the sentiment: “We’re not just cycling for adventure we’re cycling for access and equity. A bicycle in the hands of a student or healthcare worker can be life-changing.”
From left: New Zealand Olympians Hamish Legarth and Nicole Shields join the Tatu City community ride during their stopover on a 4,500km East African cycling tour in support of World Bicycle Relief, a global nonprofit expanding access to education, healthcare, and livelihoods through bicycles.
Supporting Kenya’s fast-growing cycling culture, Limitless Outdoors a premier outdoor adventure shop recently opened at Tatu City. The store offers mountain bike rentals, curated trails for all skill levels, expert servicing, cycling gear, and school programs to inspire the next generation of riders.
“Our goal is to turn a simple ride into a memorable outdoor experience,” said Bobby Reriani, Founder of Limitless Outdoors. “Tatu City provides the perfect backdrop safe, scenic, and built for modern living.”
Followers can track Nicole and Hamish’s journey on Instagram at @africaproject_wbr25.
Developed by Rendeavour, Africa’s largest new city builder, Tatu City is a 5,000-acre mixed-use development designed around wellness, sustainability, and accessibility. With over 100km of nature trails, Kenya’s largest outdoor gym, sports facilities, and integrated walking and cycling infrastructure, it has become a hub for major sporting events, including Kiambu County’s largest marathon and cycling challenge.
Wellness initiatives are spearheaded by Kenyan World Champion and Olympian Lornah Kiplagat, alongside Fridah Ndinda, a homegrown athlete discovered and nurtured by Tatu City. Today, 25,000 people live, work, and study in the city daily, and more than 100 companies ranging from Emirates Logistics and Heineken to Naivas and NCBA are operational or under development.
