First BRM of 2026, Nandi 200..done and dusted with a bang

Day started with NWCG  group ride followed by ride to Nandi base .

Afternoon walk for lord murgan's Dharshan

Morning group ride plus completed 10,000km in 2025

Coffee ride to Murgan Cafe

The day began with a flat tire, causing me to start my ride 30 minutes late at 6:30. Unfortunately, I missed my intended route due to a malfunctioning Garmin device and ended up traveling an extra 17km before turning back. Despite arriving at CP2 just  minutes at schedule, I faced challenges throughout the 105km chase. Without taking any breaks, I strained both knees but pushed through, making several wrong turns, including circling back to CP3 before finally reaching CP by 12:30. Setting off again at 1:00, I reached CP4 in one hour, nearly matching my expected time, but both legs were exhausted. Additionally, I was stung by a honey bee but refused to let it deter me, taking necessary breaks and applying water to soothe my leg. The last 25km were particularly grueling, with my legs feeling frozen with pain by 4:00, forcing me to ride at an average speed of 10-15 km/h until completing the journey.

Special mention to Samad Hanbal 🇮🇳 Team BCC®️ for guiding throughout the ride. 

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First BRM of 2026, Nandi 200..done and dusted with a bang

Day started with NWCG group ride followed by ride to Nandi base .

Afternoon walk for lord murgan's Dharshan

Morning group ride plus completed 10,000km in 2025

Coffee ride to Murgan Cafe

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