For every day ends with an admiration... (View at the end of day from Pelling) |
"The toughest leg of the journey is still 4 days away", I counted.
The ride for this day was from Okhrey to Pelling which was around 85 kms. Short enough, considering a 600 kms ride done on Day 1. But nonetheless, the turns of a mountain road can be fatal in a blink of over-confidence. Riding defensive was the key, as advised by Shanu (my friend). Starting off with a mild fever, I handed over the ride to Sumalya when he wanted to.
Handing over the baton... |
Soreng onward, I was done with my ass being hauled inside the enclosed wagon. I took-over the ride and enjoyed a part of the journey on my Black Beast. The route from Okhrey to Pelling had many small villages on the way and they were quite populated. Although, I still doubt the face they carry after the sun sets. The snow clad Himalayan peaks kept peeking numerous times on the way and it was hard to decide which view to stop for. Perhaps, even a luxurious amount of time spent in these parts could still find it hard to quench your thirst.
From somewhere along the way... |
After having stopped numerous times in between we finally halted at an Alpine Cheese factory owned by Amul. I had always loved cheese and a different form of the stuff was always exciting. We grabbed a couple of Alpine cheese balls and headed towards our next destination. It was Singshore Bridge, which is the gateway to Uttarey. But, before that, my friends had halted somewhere for some good wine and beer. This beer was not meant for Sumalya who bought it but for me, as I was to get drunk and leave him to ride for the rest of the day. He had chalked out details sharply. I did not think twice since the ride was short and some beer could certainly spice up my day, albeit in a different way.
By the time, we stopped at the destined Singshore bridge, I had finished my beer and was looking for some more.
Singshore Bridge |
Rhododendron Wine |
Gateway to Uttarey |
A few stops in between |
Refueling at Pelling |
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hey, have been waiting for the next post for a long time. when is it coming?
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And, Happy New year to you as well... :)
DeleteSorry, I was a bit busy at the starting of the year!! But, nonetheless... Posts are continuing now..
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