Marijuana in China
You could always count on a passive indifference to marijuana smoking in China from the authorities, but that attitude may be changing. Internet dealers have come to the attention of the Chinese media.
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Chengdu Living’s Best of 2012
A recap of the most talked-about and well-loved stories on Chengdu Living in 2012, including a best-of list of forum posts.
“Alleycat” Street Race Catalyzes Chengdu’s Cyclists
In a milestone event for Chengdu’s cyclist community, hundreds converged at the center of Chengdu to participate in the Natooke alleycat bicycle race.
Chengdu’s Fixed Gear Bikes: Interview with Jacob of Natooke Cycles
Known for minimal aesthetic and bright colors, fixed gear bicycles are appearing everywhere around Chengdu. I interview Jacob Klink, proprietor of Natooke Chengdu Bicycle Shop about this exploding subculture.
Chengdu Travel Videos: Mind, Body, and Spirit
Last fall I spent six weeks working with a video production crew to tell the story of Chengdu. We ended up with three shorts: Mind, Body and Spirit, that present an inspiring picture of Chengdu’s culture, people and traditions.
Chengdu Stories: Interview with Jamie, Jiu Jitsu Trainer
Kung Fu dominates martial arts in Chengdu, but there is a small band of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners in the city. I met with Jamie and he demonstrated chokes on me before politely answering my questions.