From The Road

STORIES & RIDE NOTES

Route notes, gear guides, and stories from riders who've crossed every pass we send you through.

Route Guides

A First-Timer's Guide to Riding Spiti Valley

Everything we wish someone had told us before our first Spiti crossing — altitude, fuel stops, and the passes that catch riders off guard.

12 Mar 2026Arjun Rathore8 min read
Gear

The Only Packing List You Need for a Ladakh Expedition

From layering for -5°C mornings to the one tool every rider forgets, here's what actually goes in the panniers.

24 Feb 2026Simran Kaur6 min read
Gear

Essential Riding Gear Checklist for Ladakh & Spiti Bike Tours

Helmet, jacket, gloves, boots — what actually protects you on Himalayan mountain roads, and what's just marketing. A gear checklist built from years of Spiti and Ladakh expeditions.

2 Apr 2026Faheem Iqbal7 min read
Bike Guides

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Classic 350: Which Should You Rent for Spiti & Ladakh?

Both are capable Himalayan tourers, but they're built for different riders. Here's how to choose between the Himalayan 450 and Classic 350 for your Spiti or Ladakh rental.

10 Apr 2026Arif Butt6 min read
Tips & Tricks

10 Tips & Tricks for Riding High-Altitude Himalayan Passes

Khardung La, Baralacha La, Kunzum Pass — thin air, loose gravel, and unpredictable weather change how you should ride. Ten field-tested tips from our lead guides.

18 Apr 2026Arjun Rathore9 min read
Health & Safety

How to Prevent and Handle Altitude Sickness (AMS) on a Ladakh Bike Trip

Leh sits at 3,500 m and the passes go past 5,000 m. Here's how to acclimatize properly, spot early AMS symptoms, and know when to turn back.

25 Apr 2026Simran Kaur7 min read
Rentals

Rent a Bike in Shimla: The Complete Self-Drive & Guided Tour Guide

Everything you need to know before you rent a bike in Shimla — documents, deposit, bike options, and whether to go self-drive or join a guided Spiti/Ladakh tour.

2 May 2026Farhan Khan8 min read
Route Guides

Manali to Leh Highway: Complete Route Guide for Bikers (Permits, Fuel & Stops)

479 km, five major passes, and almost no fuel for 365 km. Here's how to plan the Manali–Leh highway properly on two wheels.

10 May 2026Abdul Shakoor9 min read
Solo Riding

A Solo Female Rider's Guide to a Ladakh Bike Trip

Riding Ladakh alone as a woman is more common than you'd think — and safer than most people assume. Here's what to actually plan for, from a guide who's led solo women riders through it.

18 May 2026Simran Kaur8 min read