Bike rental firm Lime has publicly stated that its bikes are not intended for jousting, after footage of two men using the hire bikes to joust in front of a large crowd in London went viral, racking up millions of views.
According to the BBC, the video was the idea of Jack Carden, who described it as performance art.
Lime was not persuaded. A spokesperson for the company said: “We always love seeing Londoners come together and build a sense of community in unexpected ways. While we appreciate the medieval spirit, safety must always come first. Lime bikes are designed for getting around the city, not for jousting. We discourage anyone from attempting similar events to help keep riders and those around them safe.”
The statement makes clear that, whatever the artistic merits of the stunt, Lime wants no part in encouraging a repeat performance.
