Strangers warmth: Leaving Jispa headed for Zing Zing Bar, the road was a challenge. But then, as I got nearer, a sight took me by surprise – Deepak Tal Lake appeared, right by NH3. Its stunning, clear blue water was breathtaking! What caught me off guard was the sudden burst of cheers, claps, and shouts …
Day 16: The One Where Everyone Cheered for me At Deepak Tal Read More »
Beginning of Adventure: As I opened my eyes found myself wrapped in layers inside this huge strong tent, only then it hit me I’m just a few km away from Baralacha la pass (4,850 m or 15,910 ft).This would be my first peak to cycle, on my way to Leh. Todays destination is Sarchu 54 KM from …
Day 18 Chain of Army Trucks: Waking up in Sarchu, I ventured outside my room and started my day with brushing, far way I see a huge line of army trucks halted, all the while the sunrise slowly turning red to orange turning sandy brown mountains into canvas of colors. Done with the morning rituals …
Day 18: 21 Ghata Loops,Ghost Temple’s mystery in route to Whiskey Nala Read More »
Magical Snowy Land: In this quiet Indian village, my usual morning routine took an unexpected turn. Rushing out for nature’s call, I noticed something strange, yesterday’s sandy mountains had disappeared, replaced by a magical fog. Rubbing my eyes, I realized it wasn’t my imagination, it had snowed overnight! The entire place had turned into a …
Day 19: The First Time I Ever Experienced the Snowfall in Whiskey Nala Read More »
Woke up refreshed in the spooky room, and got the bike ready although a bit nervous about the back tyre situation, but also excited for the famous moraine plains ahead, and a little relaxed after I was informed the route ahead had no peaks until Debring. After having a tummy full of Dal chawal, and …
Day 20-One where a whirly wind almost put me in danger Read More »
Pic of the day Having been waiting for this day for long, I would be crossing the highest pass which is 25 km away at an altitude of 17,482 ft.Packed everything and started the ride towards the tanglangla pass, and strongly decided I’m going to take it slow as it would be all uphill ahead. …
