Chikkamangalur, a paradise for the nature lovers, is situated at the foothills of the
Mullayanagiri Range. Adorned with the picturesque beauty of the various hills, coffee
plantations and lush meadows, this quaint district also serves as an ideal getaway from
the city-life.
The three day cycling tour goes through rolling terrains amidst coffee, Tea estates. Day two route is a mix of rugged roads and hill climbs . The tour on the last day enroutes bhadra river , to end at Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary .
Terrain: Mix of Tarmac , Rolling and Hilly Terrain.
Distance: 235 kms.
No of days of Trip: 3.
Team Size: 9/12 .
Itinerary (Subjected to weather and permission)
Day 0: Pick up Points:
Nagarabhavi BDA complex by 20:30 PM
SLV Ragi gudda near Bangalore central (East End Jayanagar) by 10.00 PM.
McDonalds , Kasturba Road by 10:45 PM
Malleswaram 18th Cross by 11:30 PM.
Day 1: 70 Kms
07:00 AM: Breakfast at Vishnu Delicacy.
08:00 AM: Ride starts from Chikkamagalur.
06:00 PM: Ride ends at Koppa with a Grand Ice Cream and Snacks Party.
Stay at Local Home Stay [Don't expect Luxury].
Day 2: 55 Kms [Off roading Day]
07:00 AM: Ride starts in the early morning from Sringeri.
06:00 PM: Ride ends at Horanadu.
Day 3: 100 Kms [long day]
05:00 AM: Ride starts in the early morning from Horanadu.
03:00 PM: Ride ends before Mandagadde.
Day 4:
01:00 AM: Reach Bangalore for New Year.
Drop Points:
Yeshwantpura Railway station.
Malleswaram 18th Cross.
Koramangala Sony World Signal.
TravelMyRoutes Office , Bannerghatta Road .
Note : New Year Night has Road Restrictions. We have chosen drop points accordingly.
Cost: INR 6250 inclusive of all taxes.
What’s Included?
Transportation.
Toll Fees.
Organizer Fee.
Breakfasts, Lunches , Evening Snacks and Dinner included on all days.
Local home Stay/Tents/Hotels.
Repair assistance for Puncture, Chain Lubrication, Gear Adjustments[Though participants are expected to know how to repair their cycles].
Support Vehicle with Highest Safety for Cycles.
Sleeping bag will be provided.
Bicycle Check List
Spare Tube [Mandatory] : Please fill air and check if it has leaks and later deflate it and Carry .
Padded Shorts [Optional] : You can buy it in Decathlon Branches .
Puncher Kit , Air infiltrator [Mandatory].
Cycles which dont have Quick Release . Please bring the Spanner / Inform the organizer on the Nut Size [Mandatory].
1 Set of Break Shoes for V Brake Cycles [Mandatory] .
Disc Brakes Cycle owners , Please bring small piece of cardboard/ waste visiting card for Disc Brake Protection [Mandatory].
Hand Gloves [Optional].
Please oil the chain or Service your cycle if you have doubts [Optional] .
Please check if the Tyres are in good condition [Mandatory] .
Please make sure Ball bearings of the cycle are well greased [Mandatory] .
Please carry water bottle , Glucose and Electrolyte (Enerzal) [Mandatory].
A Rain Cover Top and Bottom for Protection from Rain .
A Good Grip Shoes and 3 Pairs of Socks .
Carry A Head Torch / Cycle Torch [Optional].
Helmet is mandatory [Mandatory].
Only Hybrid and MTB cycles are allowed.