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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 8: Kalpa to Spillow

Avinash 14/11/2018 4 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

A week since the start, two exhausted cyclists took the easy path from Kalpa to Spillow on their 90 day ride in the Himalayas, covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon. Day 8: Kalpa to Spillow It had been a week of nonstop…

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Promoting Cycling on Children’s Day!

admin 14/11/2018 3 Comments Childrens dayschool

This Children’s Day Cycling Monks were given a fantastic opportunity by Methodist High School, Kanpur, to speak with the young boys and girls, promoting cycling as a hobby, passion and a way of life.  Methodist High School, Kanpur, is a premier educational institution of the city and has been imparting…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 7: Urni to Kalpa

Avinash 13/11/2018 3 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The completion of the first week in the 90 day Himalayan ride, covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon. This day saw the cycles taking the Old Hindustan Tibet road from Urni to Kalpa! Day 7 Urni to Kalpa We planned an early morning…

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The Secret Race: Book Review

Avinash 12/11/2018 2 Comments Bookracereviewroad race

Title: The Secret Race: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs Author: Tyler Hamilton and Daniel Coyle Pages: 288 Price: Rs 1125 (Paperback) Tyler Hamilton’s The Secret Race was described as THE book for seeing the dark side of bicycle racing when it was…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 6: Jeori to Urni

Avinash 10/11/2018 4 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 6th day of the 90 day ride in the Himalayas covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon. This day saw the cycles getting off the national highway and back onto the Old Hindustan Tibet Road. Day 6 Jeori to Urni It is…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 5: Dharanghati to Jeori

Avinash 08/11/2018 5 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 5th Day from Dharanghati to Jeori on the 90 day ride through the Himalayas, covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon! Day 5: Dharanghati to Jeori The haunted rest house of Dharanghati wasn’t filled with ghosts as much as it was filled…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 4

Avinash 06/11/2018 4 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

The 4th Day from the 90 Day Cycle Ride in the Himalayas covering Spiti, Zanskar, Batalik, Ladakh, Nubra, Shyok, Hanle, Tso Moriri, Garhwal and Kumaon! Day 4 Taklech to Dharanghati I got out of bed with a heavy heart, hoping to see my doggy friend sitting outside, knowing fully well…

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90 Days Cycling in the Himalayas: Day 3

Avinash 01/11/2018 5 Comments mtbspititouringtravel

Blog from the 3rd day of the 90 days cycle ride in the Himalayas. This day saw the cycles going from Nankheri to Taklech along the Old Hindustan Tibet road. Day 3 Nankhari to Taklech It was a day of ups and downs. A big up and then down all…

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