He’s not a reviewer. Not a guru. Just the Lama — your quiet companion across Gearlama. When he shows up, it means the ride matters.
Tips, reflections, and hard truths from a solo April ride through Rajasthan's desert winds.
Tested with 24kg over 80km near NCR, the Riverside ADV 900 panniers earned a quiet place on my touring bike. Subtle design meets Indian realities.
How the Indian landscape builds a different kind of rider — one shaped by chaos, kindness, and constant elevation.
A meditation on buying local — not as an act of patriotism, but of care, community, and connection. Inspired by a tool roll and a moment of reflection.
Why I chose a single do-it-all bicycle — and why most riders in India may only ever need one good, well-thought-out bike.
