~ cyclo ~, a photo from Phnum Penh, West

Photographer's Note

Some forms of transport are inextricably linked with a particular place; Think yellow school buses in the United States, or a London black cab. Introduced to Phnom Penh streets in the 30s, the popular three-wheeler cyclos are recognisably Cambodian. They are still the vehicle of choice for women returning from market with piles of groceries and older people who prefer the slower pace. But it looks like a dying profession largely because they have been replaced by much faster motorbikes, moped taxis and tuk tuks.

We could actually had pretty rides in the past, but now it is more hazardous due to terrible traffic and pollution in the city. The roads have become busier than ever before and virtually all life happens next to the road.

Still, for this man the cyclo is the only means of his only property.

In his cycle he lives,,,

Setting: 110 mm, 1/500 sec, F5.6, ISO Raw 200, 1002 hrs

burmaman, Fis2, jhm, PiotrF, papagolf21, adramad has marked this note useful

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burmaman (696) 2020-10-26 3:35

Hello Abndsudi!
This a good shot of this man in a relaxed pose waiting for customers.Fine colors and contrast.
I used such a vehicle only few times in India,Myanmar and Bolivia and did not feel very comfortable thinking about my weight including a few Kilgrams Camera equipment.But on the other hand it`s their only income and in many places they are banned from the mainstreets because of too much traffic.
Regards,Ronny

Silvio1953 (203776) 2020-10-26 3:44

Ciao Abmdsudi, lovely composition with original cyclo, splendid light and wonderful colors, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

pajaran (101472) 2020-10-26 4:14

Greeting.
Nice tricycle, well shown with nice colors, contrast and good text.
A beautiful means of transport that does not pollute the human environment.
Beautiful photo and memory.
I wish you a nice afternoon, all the best in the new week that has begun.

Paja.

Fis2 (154049) 2020-10-26 6:47

Witaj Abmdsudi!
A very interesting construction.
Excellent scene from daily life.
Good framing, colors and sharpness.
Well done.
Good evening.
Krzysztof

CMJC (4641) 2020-10-26 6:59

cette photo est impressionnante; cet engin ne doit pas être si facile que ça à piloter (surtout une fois chargé) et puis cet homme a l'air bien triste aussi... la fin d'une époque il doit en être convaincu

jhm (201541) 2020-10-26 7:03

Hello Abmdsudi,

Still, for this man the bicycle is the only means of his only property.
Maybe has the man also a woman and children, this is clear the world is not perfect divided.
Your picture is excellent taken.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

kasianowak (15556) 2020-10-26 7:41

Hi Abmdsudi
Interesting slice of daily life, something I've learned about Cambodia today, even though I've never been there (but I do want to go one day!). It's a portrait with a lot of drama you present here, it must be a hard life. Shame about the traffic, it must be both destructive for this man's business and dangerous for him while he is working.
Best wishes
Kasia

Tue (81010) 2020-10-26 12:31

Hello Abmdsudi,
A good photo of the cyclo and the man standing next to it and leaning against it. The darker background made it stand out very well, especially the white parts of the wheels.
Lars

GyurMaster (20857) 2020-10-26 13:44

Hello abmdsudi,

Excellent portrayal of this traditional taxi. Again, while the bg. is greyish, the protagonist wears white clothes and the cycle has vivid colours.

Best Wishes,
Gy

PS: Thank you for your kind words on my latest photograph! How do you know that the sidecar on my latest photo was German? I have to admit that I don't really know these types of vehicles, but I thought it was Soviet. Are you interested in these vehicles? Please tell me if you have knowledge on them!

lousat (128821) 2020-10-26 16:16

Hi Abmdsudi,very nice capture of this cyclo-man waiting for a customer,in pose for you in a perfect way. Interesting note about the local transports too. Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

PiotrF (52064) 2020-10-26 17:06

Hello Abmdsudi
Interesting daily life scene from street in Phnom Penh.
I like good exposure, nice colours and good composition.
Fine presentation
Regards
Piotr

ifege (30363) 2020-10-26 22:46

Hi Abmdsudi
A good photo of the cyclo and driver but I don't envy them with increasing traffic.
cheers
Ian

emka (150809) 2020-10-27 0:15

Hello Abmdsudi, Interesting view of this rickshaw. Even knowing that the guy earns money in this way, I would feel uneasy going by it. Excellent composition, lovely colours. Best regards Malgo

jemaflor (134034) 2020-10-27 0:37

Hi Abmdsudi,
Perfectly framed this man with this original (for us) cyclo, excellent exposure and sharpness, photogenic and interesting, tfs.

papagolf21 (152315) 2020-10-27 0:45

Bonjour, cher Abmdsudi,
Toujours l'image qui fait mouche ! Toujours photographié avec talent.
Bravo et merci.
Amitiés.
Philippe

BennyV (32412) 2020-10-27 11:40

Lovely, shiny bright picture. The man look self-assured and proud of his clean cyclo. Great picture, Abmdsudi. CHeers.

Benny

adramad (66158) 2020-10-31 13:10

Hello Abmdsudi.
An excellent photo with this colorful cycle and its driver next to it, as you say little by little they are replaced by more modern means of transport, but I find them very nostalgic and very relaxing to move, but indeed the crazy traffic around them it scares you.
Very effective coloring, which highlights the details of the image.
Good management, both in terms of brightness and sharpness.
Very well done. I like it.
Enjoy the weekend.
My best wishes for you.
Luis