Spinning and racing with BMX bikes in Soweto

South Africa's Soweto town is being taken over by BMX bikes - with a twist! Young riders gather on weekends to show off their spinning and racing skills with their custom-built double and extra-long bikes. We catch up with the unrivaled star of the scene, Makesh, who is laying the foundation for a new biking subculture.
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