Video: The Great Race: Bike Messenger Vs. Cab Driver

By Lisa White in Arts & Entertainment on Jan 31, 2015 5:45PM

When they aren't hosting their Flugtag or turning office buildings into rad skate parks, Red Bull keeps busy supporting some awesome local athletes that you won't always end up seeing on the field or court. Our friends over at Red Bull sent us their latest video featuring one of those Chicagoans that works and plays hard.

Local bike messenger Nico Deportago-Cabrera chats with Red Bull about his seven years riding the streets of Chicago, knowing the ins and outs of the city and just how quick a Chicago minute can be when you are on the road. To truly test Nico's speed and concrete jungle prowess, Red Bull strapped a camera to him and challenged him to race a cab driver across the city in a four vs. two wheel face off. We won't spoil the winner for you, instead check out the video for a new and fascinating perspective most of us don't see when traversing the city.