General Adventure Profile
Related
JaipurJaipur Cycling ClubManali-LehWeatherMerida Big NineHandlebar bagNavigationFull-finger glovesBananasNutritionPeanutsSpiti
Your base city
Jaipur
Club / group / organisation, if any
Jaipur Cycling Club
Which activities are part of your adventures?
Cycling, Motorcycling
Name some notable rides or runs or adventures you have been a part of
Manali-Leh, Zanskar bikepacking and multiple Himalayan road tours
While out there, some moments stay with us for ever. Tell me about one such moment which has stuck
Descending into Leh at sunset after several days of climbing.
Some roads are more challenging than others, they push you to your edge and beyond. Tell about one such challenging stretch you came across
A night of strong crosswinds where staying relaxed mattered more than speed.
What advice would you give your younger self just starting out
Don't compare your first year to someone else's tenth.
You primary cycle or shoes. The main steed or steeds which are carrying you around and why you chose them
Merida Big Nine hardtail for mixed road and trail rides.
The piece or pieces of gear you wont leave home without
Handlebar bag, GPS, spare light and cable ties.
That piece or pieces of apparel, a shirt, a jacket or anything which you think upgraded your adventure
Full-finger gloves that still let me use tools.
You are in the middle of no where, a hard dry stretch. You suddenly reach a shop. What would you buy?
Juice, bananas, biscuits and whatever local hot food looks safest.
Whats that one snack which keeps you going?
jaggery peanuts
What rides, races, runs, expeditions or personal goals are you looking forward to next?
Spiti by bicycle and a return to Manali-Leh with a lighter setup.