Cycling in townships like Khayelitsha (Cape Town), is an opportunity for mobility and access interventions that are close to home. Is cycling an option for a township that is located so far from a CBD that the first criticism could lend itself to this distance? Or are townships development hubs to attract new commerce, business, industry and culture? From the iconic Dynamite Diepkloof Dudes, to building a cycling community at neighbourhood level, Sindile Mvundla takes us through his personal, professional and people oriented transitions. As an avid Avalanche rider himself, this conversation reorientates much of the doubts about building a cycling culture in townships. Through training, engagement and a 'human approach', we untangle some interesting themes for future conversations.