Archive for March, 2007

The new ladakh itinerary

Alright people here is the new ladakh itinerary that we will be following for BCMTouring’s group ride to Ladakh, changes have been made since all those who are interested in this trip also want to go to Zanskar Valley.
Day 1: Delhi - Manali
Day 2: Manali - Keylong
Day 3: Keylong - Sarchu/Pang
Day 4: Sarchu - Leh
Day [...]

Ladakh 2007

The Plan:
Explore the highest Motorable passes in the coldest desert of the world, to witness and experience picture perfect landscape of Ladakh, which truly is heaven on earth.
When?
Starting first week of September.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Delhi - Manali
Day 2: Manali - Keylong
Day 3: Keylong - Sarchu/Pang
Day 4: Sarchu - Leh
Day 5: Leh (visit the local attractions and [...]

Why tourers are different from “enthusiasts”

Here are top five reasons why tourers are different from “enthusiasts”:
1. Tourers want vehicles which are comfortable rather then something fast but one can sit in/on it for more than half an hour.
2. Tourers like vehicles which can sustain long term moderate strain; after all, for how long in most of your touring expedition do [...]

Why Potholes are good

Potholes, some thing all of us in India are oh so familiar with. We complain about them, we curse them and we curse our government for not fixing them.
But have you ever wondered how beneficial these potholes really are?
They are part of our heritage and culture and have come to symbolize Indian roads. Curse them [...]