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    Kochi to Munnar: Of Tea and Toddy!

    A travel tale of cycling from Kochi to Munnar with a bikepacking setup. From the coast on the Arabian Sea to tea gardens in the Western Ghats. “Where is it raining?”“Everywhere!”“I mean, where is it not raining?”“Oooo, the Western Ghats seem to be dry(ish)” And with that bit of expert-level…

    Avinash 05/01/2026 1 Comment
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    Ashtavinayak Cycling with a Valiant Father-Son Duo

    Read this incredible Ashtavinayak Cycling journey with an adventurous father-son duo of Sunil and Shriram Khandbahale. How their cycling pilgrimage became a journey of hope, faith, and connection. In a world racing at the speed of Wi-Fi, sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down, to feel the…

    Sunil Khandbahale 17/10/2025 1 Comment
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    Faisal Qadir’s Himalayan Ultra Cycling Triumph…

    We are in conversation with Faisal Qadir after his Himalayan Ultra Cycling win. He’s possibly the only person to have completed ultra bicycle rides and ultra runs in the lofty environ of Ladakh. He tells us about winning in cycling, the Ladakhi cycling and running culture and how he used…

    Avinash 15/09/2025 No Comments
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    Beyond the Finish Line: Racing 5300 km with Jai Arumugam!

    We race the TransAm with Jai Arumugam, as we go on a 5300 km adventure of a lifetime. He talks about his prior experience of racing, training, nutrition, technical preparation and more… “If there’s one reason I want this to go public, it is just to send one message to…

    Avinash 04/08/2025 No Comments
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    Humrahi: A Teen’s Voice for a Greener India

    Humrahi sung by Shahana Shome is a song dedicated to Indian cycling. We chat with Dola about the concept and idea behind this inspiring number. Humrahi by Shahana In a refreshing blend of youthful talent and a powerful environmental message, a new song titled “Humrahi” is pedalling its way into…

    Avinash 26/07/2025 No Comments
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Buying the Best Bicycle Air Pump in India

Avinash 09/06/2025 No Comments

A Guide To Cycling Through Spiti

Avinash 02/04/2025 9 Comments

Start your cycle life, injury free!

Avinash 15/03/2025 5 Comments

Through the Indian Monsoons: One Pedal Stroke at a Time!

Avinash 12/06/2024 No Comments

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    Humrahi: A Teen’s Voice for a Greener India

    Avinash 26/07/2025 No Comments
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    CyclingMonks Jersey in Frozen Lahaul

    Avinash 07/04/2022 No Comments
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    World Bicycle Day 2021

    Avinash 03/06/2021 6 Comments
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    Uttarakhand: Elation in Elevation

    Avinash 03/04/2021 No Comments
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    Blitzing through Shimla with Ashish Sherpa

    Avinash 20/07/2020 1 Comment
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    Part Drei: Mumbai to Kanpur

    Avinash 04/07/2020 No Comments

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 15: Losar to Chandra Tal

Avinash 24/11/2018 4 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

A fortnight into the ride we climbed the mighty Kunzum La as we rode from Losar to Chandra Tal. The climb was easier than imagined and the lake was more beautiful than imaginable! This was part of our 90 day ride in the Himalayas covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra,…

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Pedalling along with Aravalli Trailhunters

Avinash 22/11/2018 7 Comments athdelhimtbracingroad race

Cycling in India has grown by giant pedal strokes. Every metro city in the country has colourfully attired cyclists out on weekends in large numbers. Yet, the most popular genre that has caught on with recreational cyclists is randonneuring, followed distantly by travellers and a spec on this already small…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 14: Kaza to Losar

Avinash 21/11/2018 3 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 14th day of the ride saw us climb an epic route from Kaza to Losar. Crossing one of the highest bridges in the world! This was part of our 90 day ride in the Himalayas covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon!…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 13: Dhankar to Kaza

Avinash 20/11/2018 4 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

Unlucky Number 13 for us, as we descended from the serene and gorgeous Dhankar Monastery to Kaza. This was part of our 90 Day cycle ride in the Himalalyas covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon. Day 13 Dhankar to Kaza The shortest…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 12: Tabo to Dhankar

Avinash 19/11/2018 2 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The monastery run! The day we rode from the Tabo Monastery to the Dhankar Monastery in Spiti. This was part of our 90 day ride in the Himalayas covering, Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon! Day 12 Tabo to Dhankar After a rest day,…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 10 & 11: Nako to Tabo

Avinash 17/11/2018 3 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 10th and 11th day of the ride. The 10th being a day of rest in the picturesque Nako village and the 11th saw us ride to Tabo, home of a centuries old monastery! This is part of the 90 day ride we did around the Himalayas covering Spiti, Zanskar,…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 9: Spillow to Nako

Avinash 16/11/2018 3 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 9th day of the 90 day ride in the Himalayas saw the cycles sticking to the national highway, in what turned out to be an incredibly long and punishing day!  Day 9 Spillow to Nako A bad decision. That is what this day was! The day was a trilogy…

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Zanskar: A Tranquil Dream

admin 15/11/2018 3 Comments mtbtouringtravelvideozanskar

In our 90 ride through the Himalayas we rode through the Zanskar Valley as well. This short video has been shot and edited by the very capable Driftjockey! Check it out and let us know what you think…

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