Fat Bikes at Dutch Asylum Centers Spark Debate

Fat Bikes at Dutch Asylum Centers Spark Debate

Fat bikes are becoming a common sight among asylum seekers in the Netherlands, with long rows of them parked outside reception centers. The trend has sparked questions and political debate, as these bikes are usually expensive, often costing over €1,000. Critics have asked how asylum seekers can afford them. Incidents such as a fat bike catching fire at a center in Baarn or groups of young riders causing disturbances in Dutch towns have drawn fu…