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MOUNTAIN BIKING EXPEDITION--MANALI (2050 mt.) – LEH (3500 mt.) – KHARDUNGLA PASS (5606 mt.) ‐LEH

2011-03-23T00:57:00.000-07:00

Come and experience the pleasure of riding bicycle on the highest mountains, cold breeze and heavenly nature on the Planet.
Route

Participants will be picked up from Delhi on 15th June to Manali.

Day 1: Reporting at Hotel (Manali) Base Camp & Orientation.
Day 2: Bike Acclimatization around Manali, Equipment distribution (5kms.)
Day 3: Manali to Marhi (3320 mt.)( km)
Day 4: Marhi – Sishu (3100 mt.) (43 km) over the Rohtangpass (3968mts.)
Day 5: Sishu – Jispa(3142 mt.) (58 km)
Day 6: Jispa ‐ Zing zing bar (4150 mt.) ( 31 km )
Day 7: Zing zing bar –Sarchu Plain (4253 mt.) (54 km) over the Bara Lacha La(4830mts.)
Day 8: Sarchu Plain ‐ Whisky Nala(4700 mt.) (46 km)over Nakila pass(4740mts.)
Day 9: Whisky Nala – Pang (4240 mt.)(29 km)over the Lachuglang La(5019mts.)
Day 10: Pang – Debring(4572 mt.) (43 km)
Day 11: Debring ‐ Rumtse (48 km) over the Tnglang La (5360mts.)
Day 12: Rumtse ‐ Choglamsar ( 57 km)
Day 13: Choglamsar – Leh( 3500 mt.) (08 km)
Day 14: Leh to South Pulu(4636 mt.) ( 26km)
Day 15: South Pulu to Khardungla Pass (5606 mt.) (12 km)
Khardungla to Leh , (50 km)
Day 16: Group breaks after Lunch
On 1st of July participants will be dropped back to Manali.

Total costing includes :

 Mountain bike
 Sleeping bags, helmets, etc
 Guide
 Helper
 Mechanic
 Rescue car with rescue team.
 Accommodation: 2 nights in hotel in Manali and 2 nights at Leh in hotel.
 Foodveg. & non-veg.
 11 nights in tents sharing basis

Note:
• Participants should be in the age limit of 12 years to 70 years.
• Physical fitness certificate by Doctor needs to be submitted at Manali before cycling starts.
• Every participants need to fill up the risk forms before cycling starts
• All the interested participants should enroll their names before 1st June.

Cost---------Rs. 30,000/- per head.
Batch will be of 20 people.

Contact- Kaustubh @9833350096, Amey @9987121415 .

DETAILS OF THE CLUB

2010-06-01T05:26:00.000-07:00

ROUNDTHE EARTH CYCLING CLUB WAS STARTED ON 15 AUGUST 2007.
IDEA BEHIND FORMING A CLUB IS TO COLLECT THE LIKE MINDED PEOPLE AND SPECIFICALLY CYCLISTS AND ROLL THE WHOLE WORLD AND PASS GOOD SOCIAL MESSAGE TO THE PEOPLE. AWARE THEM ABOUT THE QUESTION ARROUND THEM AND TRY TO ANSWER THEM ON ROUTE.
CYCLISTS FROM OUR CLUB ARE WELL EXPERIENCED AS ALL READY RIDED FROM PAKISTAN TO KANYAKUMARI AND LENGHT AND BREADTHS ON INDIA.
YOU CAN EASILY JOIN THE CLUB POST YOUR VIEWS AND VIEW OUR PICTURE GALLERY,ETC.
YOU CAN POST YOUR VIEWS, SUGGESTION,ETC.

CONTACT - roundtheearthcycling@rediff.com
KAUSTUBH GUJARE ( SECRETARY) @ 9833350096

Gangotri to Ganga Sagar 2600km cycling is been sucessfully done in March 2010

2010-04-05T07:48:00.000-07:00

We started our journey on 22 Feb in the snow from Dharali 15 km before Gangotri( River Ganga Origin 9000+ft. altitude) and covering all the towns, villages, barrages, bridges and jungles we reached Ganga Sagar (Island near Kolkata, where River mixes with Bay of Bengal) on 28th March. 9 Year old Omkar is been appriciated all over the nation for being the first kid to do such a great cycle expedition. Please check out the pics and if any suggestions please forward it to roundtheearthcycling@rediff.com.
Omkar gave this moment to all of us to be proud.

26 Jan Women Fitness Rally

2010-01-04T09:25:00.000-08:00

Round the Earth cycling Club, Mumbai wish to arrange an official cycle rally in Mumbai for ladies only, to aware the fitness for ladies in today's lavish lifestyle, as we all know that a lady is the backbone of the family, It has to be fit. All know fitness importance, but only few work for it. Cycling medium is not only the medium for all to come out and meet everyone socially but also to cut down doctor's bill. In India and specifically in cities we are inclined to luxuries. Its good until it doesn't harm. Increased growth of Heart attack, blood pressure problems, obesity, diabetes, etc are the result of our life style. One thing I never accept that- peoples, especially ladies have shortage of time, we all are busy but at last instead of spending few nights and days on bed in hospital its better to spend 1/2 hr on cycle daily. No matter at what time. Take it from me its not necessary to cycle or run or exercise in morning before beak-fast only. Big NO. I proved my fitness in competitions and I don't remember that I ever waked up early for exercise or cycling. My time is every-time.
Its time to all of us to come together and initiate the movement for women fitness.
Talking about the rally-
On 26th January 2010 i,e. on republic day REC club has decided a rally for women. It will be a small, slow and safe rally, so that there will be maximum participation. This will be a legitimate rally under supervision of senior riders. Rally will start from Dadar (Shivaji Park) at 8.00 am but the reporting time will be 7.00 am. With the break-fast we will start the rally. Rally will end at Gateway of India. Total distance will be around 20km. None of the lady has to fear about the distance even if this is her first ride after long time.
Conditions for Rally.
1> Every lady has to know basic cycling.
2> Everyone should have their own cycles
3> Everyone should wear full sleeves cloths( save from sun burn), sun glasses, helmets or caps, shoes.
4> Everyone should bring their water bottles.
5> Intoxication and littering is strictly prohibited.

I request all the ladies to pull up their socks and be ready for the kick start on 26 Jan and my requist to mens is that please help the ladies with your cycles, at least for a day.
All changes or updates will be posted on the GO GRRRLZ and ROUND THE EARTH CYCLING ORG group.
http://www.cyclists.in/group/womenshub/forum/topics/women-fitness

Plz reply me a.s.a.p. Also if anybody have any suggestions or comments please share.
Visit our blog for details about club.
www.recclub.blogspot.com

You can also mail at roundtheearthcycling@rediff.com.

Kaustubh

9833350096

Tale of an Aspirant

2009-12-08T01:24:00.000-08:00

India is definitely approaching towards glorious days in cycling sports. I can say this looking at this 8 years old kid 'Omkar'. First time I saw him in a cycle rally that day he rode around 65km, from Gateway of India to Bhyainder. His father is also a cyclist. Omkar started serious cycling since last few months and now he has completed a 850 km cycle rally to Asthavinayak in 7 days. The best part was the last day when he succeed paddling 160km in a day. Omkar and his dad are preparing for 2500+km ride from Gangotri(12000+ altitude) to Ganga Sagar (Kolkata) in Feb 2010. Ride is to save River Ganga.

Goa practise

2009-05-30T11:49:00.000-07:00

Considering that Mumbai to Goa is quite a tough route as usual we have decided a practise session prior to mansoon, i.e, on 13\14\15\16\ june\2009. But this time open for all.
Intrested participant should have his cycle and helmets manditory, also other protecting gears if he requires. You sholud enroll your name before 9th june. Esimated expenditure is Rs 1500/- approx. You have to participate with self responsibility. As rain sometime might disturb so be ready for that.
STRICTLY No Alcoholic drinks, No tobacco and No smoking while on the tour.
Contact 9833350096 to Kaustubh if intrested.
Have safe riding.

Download Bicycle Repair Manual - Chris Sidwells

2009-03-23T05:42:00.000-07:00

For this bible to be urs for free send a request to

roundtheearthcycling@rediff.com

Pedalling for preservation of Historical Monuments

2009-03-16T10:46:00.000-07:00

Please click the image to visit picture gallery

REC contribution to Greenathon

2009-02-13T12:20:00.000-08:00

NDTV organized an event called Greenathon to raise money for Nature Conservation. Many people from different fields contributed in the event to help them to raise funds. eg:- Bollywood celebs had some entertaining pgms, fashion designers had fashion shows, some genius had discussions, Milind Soman decided to run 60 km in Mumbai, and this allwas live on NDTV. Some real good work like cleanathon which comprise yamuna bay cleaning, Mumbai beaches cleaning, many common man contribution in there own was was greate. NDTV asked us to pedal with Milind Soman from Churchgate to Andheri Yashraj studio.Milind started by 7.00 in the evening from Yashraj studio ran till Churchgate and next day he ran from Churchgate to Yashraj studio back where we 7 members of REC Club accompanied him. I appreciate the stamina Milind has at the age of 40+. No wonder he was nominated for olympics for swimming in his youth. In an all it was good and honored experienced.Hope this Greenathon inspires us for long and help to protect the environment.Plz visit http://www.green.ndtv.com/ to know what all happened in India for greenathon and find"Milind Soman reaches Churchgate" video at http://green.ndtv.com/videos.aspx

26 Jan Cycle ride to promote National Unity & condemn Terrorism

2009-02-12T00:40:00.000-08:00

26 Jan rally was sucussfull,

With the snacks and tea we disclosed the demands to Govt. and demands to common people.

Demands to common people.

1> Do vote during Elections.

2> Call new ALL INDIA TOLL-FREE Terror Help-line "1090" in case you come across any suspicious activity.

3> Call Anti corruption buero at 1800222021 or 24921212 in case you come across any corruption activity.

4> Give full cooperation to Anti terrorist agencies to stop terrorism in India.

5> Choose leaders who are qualified and capable to be the part of Government.

6> Come out of the barriers of language, religion and castism and unite to fight against terrorism.

7> Help terrorist victim families.

8> Don't be scared of corrupt politicians, unite and raise voice against them.

9> Collect the contact no. list of Govt. agencies which help in all kind of disasters.

10> Keep your eyes wide open to notice suspicious activities and alert others too.

Demands to Govt.

1> Judicial Reform

2> Hard implementation of laws.

3> Strict actions against corruption.

4> Hard actions againsts politician who are dividing people on different aspects for there vote banks.

5> Strict actions against those who damage public property for any reason, and also on there political parties if involved.

6> More transparencies in Govt. bureaucrats.

7> Pass the rule to collect some percent of donation given to temple trusts, and use it for national security.

8> Steps to make neighbouring countries more friendly.

9> Pass rule of 1 year compulsory army service for every young Indian.

10> Execution of caught terrorist as soon as possible.

For which we paddled.

Participants with there moral and determination started the rally by 10.00 a.m and reached to thane by 1.45p.m. safely the distance was arround 40 kms.

Naik wealth company and Our friend from cyclists.in Mr. Shirish Verma helped us financially to make this rally a sucess.

This rally was just the first step to fight against terror, there are pretty much job yet to be done.For our safe future and for our loved once we need to realise our duty as a citizen and as a cyclist too.

Safe and Happy Riding.

Big Events undertaken by our member now and before club establishment.

2009-02-06T21:57:00.000-08:00

1986 West of Mississippi river in Missouri (USA) - Salt Lake City, Utah (USA).

1987 London (UK) - Amsterdam (Holland).

1989 World tour (excluding Africa continent).

1996 Illinois (USA) 150 milesbicycling to raise the funds for multiple sclerosis.

2005 Panvel to Kanyakumari for Nature conservation.

2007 Panvel to Pakistan cycling for peace.

2007 Leh- Ladhak.

2008 Kanheri caves to Kanyakumari to promote ideologyof Swami Vivekananda.

2008 300km cycling in 22.40 hrs for Global Warmming.

2008 Cycle rally in Mumbai for Nature conservation.

2009 Cycle rally in Mumbai- Thane for National unity and security.

The WSD difference

2009-01-12T11:46:00.000-08:00

Women's Specific Design (WSD) bikes are engineered to fit your body, putting you into a more natural riding position by balancing your weight more evenly between your hips and hands. The result is extreme comfort and control, better balance and optimized power efficiency.

WSD Fit: A Geometry Lesson
1 WSD STEERING PACKAGE
A WSD steering package with Bontrager FIT components provides improved control and confidence-inspiring handling for safer rides.
2 SHORTER TOP TUBE
A shorter top tube evenly redistributes weight between hips and hands to eliminate lower back pain and reduce neck and shoulder stress.
3 SEAT TUBE ANGLE
A steeper seat tube balances weight over pedals to maximize efficiency and create exceptionally powerful pedal strokes.

WSD Comfort: Contact Points

1 LESS PAIN
Narrower handlebars keep hands in a more natural position for greater control and less shoulder pain.
2 MORE COMFORT
A woman’s specific saddle with key anatomical features provides optimized comfort and support.
3 LESS FATIGUE
Shorter-reach levers and smaller-diameter grips are sized to fit a woman’s smaller hands.
4 MORE POWER
Shorter crank arms improve leverage for a more efficient pedal stroke.

24 DEC - Samarth Ramdas sthapith 11 Maruti

2008-12-06T09:07:00.000-08:00

There are many Samarth stapith(established) Maruti temples out of which 11 are more prominent.
It is said that these 11 temples were actually information network to get the information from enemy empire and give it to Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
These temples are situated in beautiful hills and valleys of Satara, Umbraj, Kolhapur districts. These districts are full of forts and beautyful valleys.
We are organizing this trek of 4 days
11 Maruti cycle program.
Meeting point - Panvel on 24 by 7.00 p.m.
24 night by bus to satara
25 1st SajjanGad
26 UBMRAJ
27 Majgav
28 Chaphal
Back

Approx. 900 - 1100/- RS. & now. or 9819114808 (after 10)

SAFER PADELLING

2008-11-25T11:45:00.000-08:00

The following basic checks are your guide to safer cycling:
• Before riding, kindly check
o Is tyre pressures correct?
o Do Brakes work effectively?

• Weekly
o Condition of tyres.
o Condition of brake shoes.
o Chain lubrication.
o Tightness of all nuts & bolts.

• Monthly
o Are pedal cranks tight?
o Are gears running smoothly?
o No play in bottom bracket axle or wheel cones.
o Is headset tight – no play?
o Cable lubrication.

Riding Technique
If you are a new rider, the tendency may be to select a gear, which has you pedaling slowly. However, as a faster pedal rate maintains momentum with least effort, you should aim to achieve a pedal rate of between 65 and 85 revolutions per minute. This may feel strange and rather too rapid at first, but if train yourself into it you will finish your trip in rather better condition, having placed least strain on your knees and leg muscles.

Be Prepared
Whenever you have to go out on your bike, particularly in hot whether, kindly take your water frequent sips from your water bottle.
Always carry a puncture repair kit with you on a long trip. It can be a long walk back! Carry an Allen key and a spanner – a dumbbell spanner with different nut sizes is useful. THEFT…!!! Bikes can be stolen! Buy a good lock, preferably a lock with a bracket.

It is the ''POWER OF WILL'' which decides what you achieve in life.

OPTIMIST CYCLES TO SELL IN NAVIMUMBAI

2008-11-20T15:21:00.000-08:00

Hi I got few optimist MTB to sell. These are China optimist and far better than Indian bikes at much less price. Visit following link to view pics.http://picasaweb.google.com/RONUDTHEEARTHCYCLING/ChineeseBikesForSale
if any one is intrested then ask them to call me @9833350096.Kaustubh.

7 Tips for Cycling Fitness

2008-11-16T05:56:00.000-08:00

1. Base Fitness.

Base fitness refers to the underlying aerobic fitness of an athlete. Aerobic fitness is increased through training at a heart rate zone of between 60 - 80%; this level of training is often associated with long steady training rides. At this level of training the heart is exercised, increasing its capacity to send blood around the body. Base fitness is important for endurance events, however it is also important to have a good base of aerobic fitness before undertaking more strenuous, interval training sessions.

2. Winter training.

Winter is a good time to have a break for 2 to 3 weeks. You will lose some top end fitness, but in the long term it can beneficial, especially if you have had a hard season. After taking a break for a couple of weeks it is important to work on building up your base fitness through steady training miles. This will get you ready for the racing season in spring.

3. Monitor performance with Power Meter.

A power meter enables you to accurately measure how much effort you are putting in. It can be useful for gauging effort levels during training. A power meter is more accurate than a heart rate monitor in determining effort levels.

4. Have a clear focus.

To enable the best progress in cycling fitness it is important to have clear goals and a training plan to match. This enables you get the most from each training sessions. When training the quality of training is more important than the quantity.

5.Train at an intensity greater than Race pace.

If preparing for a 10 mile time trial, training should involve more than just riding 10 mile time trials. Interval sessions which involve short time periods of efforts greater than in a race will increase your anaerobic threshold and increase top end speed.

6. Adapt to signals from body.

When training it is important to listen to the body. If we ignore signals of the body then it can easily lead to over training which can do more harm than good. It is an important skill to be able to respond to signals from our own training. This will come over time, it is also helpful to keep a training diary where you can write down how you feel and signals such as average heart rates.

7. Enjoy your Training.

If we view training as an experience to be endured, if we feel training is only about suffering then we have the wrong attitude to training. If we enjoy training we will have a positive attitude and this will enable greater progress. Interval training will never be "enjoyable" in one sense but we should try to maintain a positive attitude to our training.