Naked Bike Rides take place the world over - here's why

The global phenomenon is an act of protest for some, a celebration of body positivity for others

World Naked Bike Ride participants
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The chants of "Less gas, more ass!, "Nude, not rude!" and "We are traffic" echoed through the Chicago streets on the evening of June 24, 2023, as the annual World Naked Bike Ride rolled through the city.

Bikers, rollerbladers and scooters filled the roads as spectators cheered and sneaked photos and videos. Those stuck in the resulting traffic jam honked, and were left puzzled as to why these riders were cruising around town in the nude. 

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