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“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

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Chasing the feeling of getting there.

We’re Agata and Joris – two riders exploring the world on two wheels. From remote off-road tracks to long-distance journeys across continents, we share real stories, tested gear and the kind of adventure you can’t always plan.

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Women Only Nepal Trip Day 5: Samar - Lo Manthang Women Only Nepal Trip
Day 5: Samar - Lo Manthang

Finally — a morning without alarms! 
We took it slow, enjoyed breakfast, and only then hit the road toward Lo Manthang. It wasn’t a long ride in terms of distance, but since there’s zero asphalt up here, it took time — and a bit of effort.

We took a small detour to visit a monastery, which turned out to be one hell of a ride! A bit more technical, but for once, we had the road all to ourselves — just us, the bikes, and the mountains. Pure bliss.

At one of the passes, over 4,000 meters, we stopped for a coffee break — with a jaw-dropping view of the mighty Annapurna. 
Then we visited the Ghar Gompa Monastery, had a late lunch, and started descending toward Lo Manthang.

The last kilometers were rough — endless washboard and clouds of dust so thick you could almost chew them. My nose has been irritated for days, and when I blew the dust out of my helmet vent, I could only imagine what’s in my lungs! 
We even have a running joke among the ladies now:
“What’s in my nose?”
“Everything!”

But the scenery today made every bump and sneeze worth it. As we got closer to Lo Manthang, the landscapes changed completely — from snowy peaks to wind-carved, moonlike mountains in shades of red, brown, and grey.
This place truly feels like another planet. 

[Agata]

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Last days of summer → Tatra Mountains. 🌄 For Joris Last days of summer → Tatra Mountains. 🌄
For Joris, it was the first time hiking here. For me, it was a bit of a “then vs. now” check.

And what can I say?
The mountains are still stunning. No debate. If someone claims otherwise… they’re lying. 😉

But here’s the thing: even the so-called “easy” trails are no joke. Rocky, slippery, technical. People underestimate them, and the mountain rescue had over 20 (!) interventions just last weekend.

Crowds? Oh yes. We thought “off-season, extended weekend” would be calmer. Nope. Saturday → queues on the trails. Sunday → cable car closed because of wind, so the “easier” trails were packed. Monday → busy again on the popular routes. Honestly, we don’t even want to imagine what it’s like in high summer. Joris was a bit disappointed with how crowded it was. As for me? Let’s just say I’m really glad I explored most of the Polish Tatra trails back in the ‘90s. (Except Rysy… my unfinished business!)

Zakopane… hmm. Cheap style, high prices. Tourist traps everywhere. The beautiful old architecture is drowning under neon signs, banners, and souvenir stalls. I never liked how the town “developed,” and this visit only confirmed it. Joris was outright disgusted.

BUT - we still found little gems.  Affordable, clean accommodation, friendly hosts, and a local restaurant with homemade food that was so good. Plus, Śliwowica that nearly knocked Joris off his feet - he expected 40% plum vodka, not rocket fuel. 😂

Weather? Perfect. Three warm, sunny days, just before the rain hit and temps dropped from 25°C to 12°C. We got our vitamin D fix, some mountain glow, and a pocketful of good mood to carry into autumn.

All in all → 55 km of trails. Not bad for a season when we kind of neglected hiking. No injuries, no blisters (new shoes, first use - not my brightest idea 😅). Just pure mountain energy and happy vibes.

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Women Only Nepal Trip Day 9: Tatopani - Pokhara Women Only Nepal Trip
 Day 9: Tatopani - Pokhara

Last day on the bikes. It’s true — good things always end too soon. 

We rode toward Pokhara, following winding roads of what we like to call adventure asphalt — half-smooth, half-broken, always entertaining. Between traffic jams, trucks, and buses (which clearly have the right of the bigger one 😅), there was never a dull moment.

Halfway through, we stopped at a 344-meter suspension bridge — couldn’t resist crossing it there and back for one last shot of adrenaline and laughter.

A few more hours and we were rolling into Pokhara, weaving through the city traffic like locals. It’s amazing how fast we’ve adapted to the “anything goes” driving style here — horns, chaos, and somehow perfect flow.

Back at the hotel, we finally slowed down. A dip in the pool with a mountain view, golden light on the peaks, and that quiet satisfaction of a journey well ridden. In the evening, we strolled by the lake, soaking in the relaxed Pokhara vibe.

Our farewell dinner was the perfect ending — great food, cold beer, even cake(!), and live music drifting from the terrace next door. The laughter, stories, and clinking glasses said it all — what a ride this has been.

Tomorrow we fly home, but part of us will definitely stay here — somewhere between the dust, the peaks, and the endless curves of Nepal. 

[Agata]

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