We try to select some bicycles that have already proven their capabilities on some trips. We prefer chromoly frames for their strong yet flexible behavior on long trips and for their comfort too. We try to avoid shock absorbers as their maintenance is difficult to provide in India and they are not really needed.
The frames come from Japan and from Europe after careful selection, mainly from the pre-mass production era. The parts also come from the classic 7-8 speed era. They are sturdy, reliable and affordable, satisfying all the needs of a long bicycle trip. The racks are good quality Minoura racks from Japan. We try to stock up on the most necessary spare parts, in long terms we plan to open a professional bicycle repair stand in Leh as a sustainable development project, providing training for local staff by a volunteer.
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