tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012:mephisto/ Mephisto Noh-Varr 2012-04-14T19:30:47Z rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-04-14:99024 2012-04-14T19:23:00Z 2012-04-14T19:30:47Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6927256622/' title='prem-001 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7187/6927256622_9eefa3d0af.jpg' height='500' alt='prem-001' width='375'></a> <br> <em>Prem resting on some awesome <span class='caps'>BOTS</span> wedgies</em></p> <p>Prem Kanth!</p> <p>It’s the slightly annoying but entertaining line we hear at BumsOnTheSaddle these days. For some reason Mr. Kanth wants to keep it that way.</p> <p>Kanth has 6+ years of experience handling customer relations for some kickass customer focussed companies.</p> <p>He even biked to work on his Firefox Cosmic!</p> <p>Talk to him and it’s pretty clear that he is a tad obsessed about customer service – which is brilliant cause BumsOnTheSaddle is all about an awesome experience and celebrating cycling.</p> <p>He aspires to become a hardcore bike tech and is currently undergoing some rigorous <del>brainwashing</del> training here.</p> <p>While he is currently running amuck with greasy palms and bicycle innards at the tech division at BumsOnTheSaddle we hope to leverage his solid customer relations experience and straddle him down to clean up our communication and customer experience.</p> <p>This is the man who will be planning and receiving the flower bouquets on behalf of us and those occasional punches when something goes wrong ;)</p> <p>Welcome aboard Prem Kanth!</p> <p>Ironically he is extremely antisocial with no facebook and twitter presence. Tsk! <br>You can reach out to him at <strong>prem@bumsonthesaddle.com</strong> or just call the store [<strong>+91(80) 4123 3036</strong>] and say hi.</p> <p><em>Please pester him for some discounts. Ask for that elusive ‘free side stand’ when you buy a bike from us!</em></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-04-12:98703 2012-04-12T10:17:00Z 2012-04-13T14:02:49Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/7070316059/' title='Stonehill-Map by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5276/7070316059_4cf0e70528.jpg' height='266' alt='Stonehill-Map' width='500'></a></p> <h4>Race details</h4> <ul> <li><strong>What</strong>: Road Race</li> <li><strong>When</strong>: 7am on 15th April (<em>Sunday</em>)</li> <li><strong>Where</strong>: Stonehill</li> <li><a href='http://www.rrbmgr.appspot.com/bbch2012/april/register/'>Register <span class='caps'>NOW</span></a></li> </ul> <p>The race is going to be 8 laps of 7.6kms each. We have Category 1 mens, Category 2 men’s and Women all starting at the same time. The race is finished when the race winner crosses the finish line.</p> <p>Standings will depending on which Category you currently belong to, the number of laps completed and the time you have clocked to finish the race.</p> <p>More info on our <a href='http://www.bangalorebicyclechampionships.com/2012/03/22/bbch-12-stonehill-calling'>Bangalore Bicycle Championships</a> site.</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-03-26:95936 2012-03-26T19:59:00Z 2012-03-26T20:00:59Z <p>“<em>It is an irony that higher import duty for bicycles and bicycle components was disclosed in a Budget tabled in the shadow of India’s rising fuel bill. While the automobile industry got away with no major body blow, cycling — it burns no fuel except human energy, is environment friendly and healthy — got hit.</em>” <br>- <a href='http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/opinion/article3013253.ece'>Shyam G Menon</a></p> <p>Definitely one of the better writeup’s in face of the recently announced import duty hikes on bicycles.</p> <p>It’s been a waiting game to really understand what our nation’s planners had in store for us. And it’s mostly all out now.</p> <p>The basic customs duty has been increased on imported bicycles from 10% to 30%. This would translate to an increment of about Rs 200 on an entry level Indian bicycle as they tend to use mass manufactured imported components too.</p> <p>The price difference of about 20% between the imported and Indian counterparts is what gets the local industry a nice boost.</p> <p>This would also negatively impact the import of bicycles which has seen about a 5 fold jump in the near past. With lower imports there is also a hope of better exports.</p> <p>On a completely related note – a local bicycle manufacturer did see their stock gain about 32% and reach a new industry high in the wake of this announcement.</p> <p>hummmm…</p> <h5>What about the high end market?</h5> <p>Well, the high end market is too small to be really bothered about. The worlds best bicycling brands are manufactured at economies of scale and it’s unfortunate that they are impacted by this duty although India does not have any local manufacturing in this segment. Nothing to safeguard really.</p> <p>Most of the world is moving towards mass manufacturing to benefit from lower cost of production and to take advantage of knowledge, skill and efficiency. Expecting India to really step into that space and come up with a game changer seems to be a bit far fetched and idealistic.</p> <p>Especially when the market is at it’s infancy and extremely price conscious.</p> <p>The market will definitely bounce back irrespective of the price hike but it kinda sucks to imagine that something as awesome as a simple bicycle is consciously made more expensive.</p> <p>A tool that has the potential to help people reconnect with themselves – giving them a healthier, greener and happier future is something that should be encouraged and not pay dearly for!</p> <p>Time to re-attach the training wheels and take a spin.</p> <h5>More reading out there</h5> <ul> <li><a href='http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/opinion/article3013253.ece'>The Hindu Business Line</a></li> <li><a href='http://business-standard.com/india/news/bicycle-prices-to-goby-3-4/160663/on'>Business Standard – bicycle prices all set to go up</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/hike-in-excise-duty-to-push-cycle-prices-up/468287/'>Business Standard – Hike in duty</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/bicycle-makers-ask-govt-to-slap-safeguard-duty/928064/'>Express India</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/hike-in-bicycle-duty-may-lead-to-under-invoicing/161298/on'>Business Standard – leads to under invoicing</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/buzzing-stocks/govt-increases-basic-customs-dutybicycles_681803.html'>Money Control</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.capitalmarket.com/cmedit/story2-0.asp?sno=542786'>Capital Market</a></li> <li><a href='http://m.indianexpress.com/news/bicycle-makers-ask-govt-to-slap-safeguard-duty/928064/'>Indian Express</a></li> </ul> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-03-25:95854 2012-03-25T12:23:00Z 2012-03-25T18:00:22Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6868609162/' title='223752_10150336128621357_274691601356_10051949_2792880_n by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6103/6868609162_f4d5bc6d4d.jpg' height='500' alt='223752_10150336128621357_274691601356_10051949_2792880_n' width='430'></a></p> <p><strong>Date</strong>: 1 April 2012 <br><strong>What time</strong>: 9:30am – 12 noon <br><strong>Where</strong>: <a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/contact'>BumsOnTheSaddle</a></p> <p>The Bootcamp is aimed at getting a biker from BumsOnTheSaddle comfortable owning his/her bike and understand how they can derive the max out of it.</p> <p>What we intend to cover at the <span class='caps'>BOTS</span> BootCamp</p> <ul> <li><strong>Understand your bike</strong> – parts of your bike, gears, brakes, suspension, quick releases etc</li> <li><strong>Maintain your bike</strong> – maintenance schedule, punctures, issues and solutions and dispel some common myths</li> <li><strong>You and your bike</strong> – aches n pains, nutrition, riding techniques, pollution, safety</li> <li><strong>Using your bike</strong> – communities, rides, races, cyclo tours</li> </ul> <p>If you have picked up a bike from us and have not yet received an invite and would like to attend this, please do send us an email at <em>admin@bumsonthesaddle.com</em></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-03-14:94690 2012-03-14T08:19:00Z 2012-03-14T08:24:00Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6835338220/' title='P1020963-1 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7208/6835338220_994c41fd25.jpg' height='500' alt='P1020963-1' width='375'></a> <br> Race route shot by <a href='http://beingthomas.wordpress.com'>Rahul Thomas</a></p> <h4>Race Details</h4> <ul> <li>Type of Race: Cross Country</li> <li>Distance: 3.1 km loop</li> <li>Start Time: 7:30am</li> <li>Kiddy race: <span class='caps'>YES</span>, the kids will race!</li> <li><a href='http://www.mediafire.com/?s7jfm3uht5qd4g6'><span class='caps'>GPS</span> track of the race route</a></li> <li><a href='http://www.mediafire.com/?7fsj746k9jo48ux'>Downloadable brochure for the race</a></li> <li><a href='http://rrbmgr.appspot.com/bbch2012/march/register'>Registration link</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href='http://www.bbch.in'>Official Race website</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.facebook.com/BangaloreBicycleChampionships'>Facebook page</a></li> </ul> <p>The rider completing most laps within that time takes the coveted golden within that time wins the race in each category (<em>Men’s Cat1, Men’s Cat 2, Women’s</em>)</p> <p>The winners will be taking home some awesome goodies from <a href='http://www.camelbakindia.com'>Camelbak</a>, <a href='http://www.sigmasport.com'>Sigma</a>, <a href='http://www.thesufferfest.com'>The Sufferfest</a> and more.</p> <p>A big thank you to all <a href='http://blog.bumsonthesaddle.com/2012/3/13/supporting-our-local-races'>our supporters</a> for making these races awesome!</p> <h4>Driving Directions</h4> <p>Head towards Kanakpura on Kanakpura road. <br>You will pass by the Metro cash n carry on your right and Yellama Dasapa institure of Technology on your left. After the college keep an eye out for an <span class='caps'>SBI ATM</span> on the left. <br>There is a wide road opposite this <span class='caps'>ATM</span>. Keep going straight down that road till you see several bikers/cars gathered on your left.</p> <h4>Race route</h4> <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6981464081/' title='Race-circuit-711x1024 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7204/6981464081_7b5829e365_m.jpg' height='240' alt='Race-circuit-711x1024' width='167'></a></p> <p>The race route is awesome. Mostly single track – overtaking taking is gonna be tricky in a few places.</p> <p>The route could be puncture prone, so please have your patch kits and puncture prevention strategies ready. Almost no sandy areas, but lots of hard packed mud – correct tire pressures and suspension setup could ensure you dont bounce all over the trail and perfect traction on the wavy sections.</p> <p>There are a couple of short climbs with plenty of loose gravel on the trail. Helps to be seated on the saddle and weight your rear wheel and ride thru this section on lower gears.</p> <p>Please <a href='http://rrbmgr.appspot.com/bbch2012/march/register'>sign up</a> asap</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-03-13:94549 2012-03-13T05:20:00Z 2012-03-13T11:19:49Z <p>Year number 4 for the Bangalore Bicycle Championships, our local monthly races, and the racing scene is improving in leaps and bounds!</p> <p>The races are a lot more competitive with the top bunch into some really serious riding and the others enjoying the excitement of some weekend racing.</p> <p>We have spent quite a bit of time engineering this year’s races and have a whole bunch of improvements – better timing, race categories and a better organized team to handle each race.</p> <p>We have also opened up the sluice gates for brands and interested individuals to help support the races and take it to the next level.</p> <p>A Big thank you to everyone who is working with us to make the <a href='http://www.bbch.in'>Bangalore Bicycle Championships</a> bloody awesome!</p> <h5>Current supporters</h5> <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6832232670/' title='ambulance by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7053/6832232670_a0b3ab093b_m.jpg' height='118' alt='ambulance' width='240'></a> <br>web: <a href='http://www.emri.in'>www.emri.in</a> <br><span class='caps'>GVK</span> Emergency Management and Research Institute has agreed to provide ambulance support for every race thru the year. One of our biggest hurdles taken care of!</p> <p><br> <img src='http://www.bangalorebicyclechampionships.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/the_sufferfest-300x94.jpg' alt='' /> <br>web: <a href='http://www.thesufferfest.com'>www.thesufferfest.com</a> <br> TheSufferfest makes some of the best cycling training videos in the world. These guys are gonna give the 4th place position in each category a training video so that they can train harder and get onto the podium.</p> <p><img src='http://www.bangalorebicyclechampionships.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Camelbak-300x96.jpg' alt='' /> <br>Web: <a href='http://www.camelbakindia.com'>www.camelbakindia.com</a> <br> Camelbak has some fantastic hydration products which one winners would be sipping from.</p> <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6978380485/' title='100_7306-500x500 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7181/6978380485_b79732a382_m.jpg' height='240' alt='100_7306-500x500' width='153'></a> <br>Web: <a href='http://www.sigmasport.com'>www.sigmasport.com</a> <br> Sigma makes some reputed cyclocomputers. They will be handing out cyclo-computers and water bottles to ensure our podium can keep a tab on their training miles!</p> <p><br> A whole bunch of other brands have promised to support us thru the year – do keep an eye on our <a href='http://www.bbch.in/support'>Support page</a></p> <p>Exciting stuff!</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-02-21:91895 2012-02-21T13:56:00Z 2012-02-21T13:59:23Z <p>The much awaited <span class='caps'>BOTS</span> Bootcamp is to happen this weekend.</p> <p><strong>Date</strong>: 26 Feb 2012 <br><strong>What time</strong>: 9:30am – 11:30am <br><strong>Where</strong>: <a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/contact'>BumsOnTheSaddle</a></p> <p>The Bootcamp is aimed at getting a biker comfortable owning his/her bike and understand how they can derive the max out of it.</p> <p>What we intend to cover at the <span class='caps'>BOTS</span> BootCamp</p> <ul> <li><strong>Understand your bike</strong> – parts of your bike, gears, brakes, suspension, quick releases etc</li> <li><strong>Maintain your bike</strong> – maintenance schedule, punctures, issues and solutions and dispel some common myths</li> <li><strong>You and your bike</strong> – aches n pains, nutrition, riding techniques, pollution, safety</li> <li><strong>Using your bike</strong> – communities, rides, races, cyclo tours</li> <li><strong>Evangelism</strong> – how you can help us help others</li> </ul> <p>If you have not yet received an invite and would like to attend this, please do send us an email at <em>admin@bumsonthesaddle.com</em></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-02-18:91732 2012-02-18T03:32:00Z 2012-02-18T03:38:05Z <h4>Race Details</h4> <p><strong>Date</strong>: 19 February 2012 <br><strong>Time</strong>: 0730 hrs <span class='caps'>IST</span> (<em>volunteers meet at 7am</em>) <br><strong>Category</strong>: Individual Time Trial <br><strong>Distance</strong>: 20km (10km loop x 2)</p> <p><a href='http://rrbmgr.appspot.com/bbch2012/february/register'>Register now</a></p> <p><a href='http://blog.bumsonthesaddle.com/2012/2/11/bbch-2012'>This year of racing</a> is gonna see a sea change and is bound to be a lot more exciting!</p> <p>More details on our <a href='http://www.bangalorebicyclechampionships.com/2012/02/13/2012-race-day-1/'>Bangalore Bicycle Championships website</a></p> <p>Oh yeah, since we recommend utmost safety during our races – we are offering a 10% discount on helmets/gloves picked up at the store today (18 Feb).</p> <p>Race safe!</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-02-17:91687 2012-02-17T10:11:00Z 2012-02-17T10:19:37Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6890322395/' title='bergamont by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7037/6890322395_d56c21bb8e.jpg' height='375' alt='bergamont' width='500'></a> <br> <strong>Bergamont bicycles in Bangalore</strong></p> <p>The <a href='http://www.bergamont.de'>Bergamont range</a> of bicycles have been around in India for over a year now.</p> <h4>The Brand</h4> <p><a href='http://www.bergamont.de'>Company Website</a> <br><a href='https://www.facebook.com/Bergamont'>Bergamont on Facebook</a> <br><a href='https://twitter.com/#!/bergamont'>Bergamont @Twitter</a></p> <p>Bergamont is a German brand and like most brands out of that region they ride on a promise of precision design and stringent quality.</p> <p>Most of the information available on the internet is in German (use <a href='http://translate.google.com'>Google Translate</a>) and it’s hard to find Bergamont bike reviews in English.</p> <h4>The Bikes</h4> <p>The bikes seem to be loaded with the right amount of tech, like any good brand would, trying to keep a sensible price and at the same time ensure a quality ride quality.</p> <p>We saw some good Schwalbe tires, a nice wide handlebar, very comfortable Bergamont saddle and grips and a well designed gusset on the entry level mountain bike. This is apart from the normal ‘features’ that we would expect – hydroformed tubing, good quality drive train components and all backed by stringent testing (<em>on word of the company</em>).</p> <p>The Hybrids/Cross bikes also come with features like dynamo hubs and disc brakes at competitive prices. The Indian market seems to go ga-ga over mountain bikes while a good quality hybrid would definitely hit the spot and ensure a lot more riding! Looks like the cross category from Bergamont might just about fill that niche.</p> <h4>Our Demo ride</h4> <p><a href='http://www.travelomy.com/turahalli-loop-trail'>Turahalli</a> is our backyard and the perfect testing ground for mountain bikes – some kickass trails and a good downhill section too.</p> <p>The build quality of the bikes, the ride experience and the brand commitment cross the threshold which allows us to recommend and stock Bergamont’s at BumsOnTheSaddle!</p> <p>We should be having more detailed technical reviews of the bikes out soon.</p> <p>The bikes are priced reasonable well – the mountain bikes are similar (<em>quality/pricing</em>) to most of the other better known brands out there. But the hybrids kick ass! Pricing, feature-wise and a sweet ride to boot.</p> <h4>Experience the ride!</h4> <p>You are more than welcome to drop into <a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/contact'>BumsOnTheSaddle</a> and take a Bergamont for a spin and experience the bikes.</p> <p><strong>Demo Mountain bikes</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/displayBike/bergamont-vitox-6-2'>Vitox 6.2</a> (<em>entry level</em>)</li> <li><a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/displayBike/bergamont-vitox-7-2'>Vitox 7.2</a> (<em>mid range</em>)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Demo Cross/Hybrid bikes</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/displayBike/bergamont-helix-3-2'>Helix 3.2</a> (<em>dynamo hub</em>)</li> <li><a href='http://bumsonthesaddle.com/displayBike/bergamont-helix-4-2'>Helix 4.2</a> (<em>disc brakes</em>)</li> </ul> <p> <a href='http://flic.kr/s/aHsjyMNvSg' title='Bergamont Test by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7061/6890386807_54d7a3b64f.jpg' height='285' alt='Bergamont Test' width='440'></a> <br> More pics from the <a href='http://flic.kr/s/aHsjyMNvSg'>Bergamont Demo Ride</a> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-02-11:91397 2012-02-11T16:15:00Z 2012-02-15T07:11:19Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6879675139/' title='wheel with wings transparent by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7179/6879675139_ea62758607.jpg' height='261' alt='wheel with wings transparent' width='500'></a></p> <h4>What is BBCh</h4> <p>A set of 10 awesome bicycle races thru the year in Bangalore. Every 3rd sunday of the month, February thru November.</p> <h4>Race Schedule</h4> <p>We have a rough race schedule out there. You can sign up for the races well in advance if you like. If you have any issues with signing up please do email us at <a href='mailto:admin@bangalorebicyclechampionships.com'>admin@bangalorebicyclechampionships.com</a></p> <p><a href='http://rrbmgr.appspot.com/' title='Click n Signup'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7063/6857075695_1297313da7.jpg' height='500' alt='Race Ride and Brevet Manager alpha' width='360'></a></p> <h4>Awesome New Features</h4> <ul> <li><strong>Team’s run race day</strong> – Racing Teams from Bangalore have signed up to own, recee, share info and run the race on race day!</li> <li><strong>Categories</strong> – We are gonna up the game a bit and also introduce a lot more winners this year. More fun all around. At the moment the categories are limited to men only. Not enough women racing yet! Apologies ladies.</li> <li><strong>Timing</strong> – the races should see faster turnaround times w.r.t timing. We have a team of folks who are figuring out the best way to time each race using better tools and ensure we have updated race results out there.</li> <li><strong>Race fee</strong> – we <strong>recommend</strong> every biker pays Rs 200 to race so that we don’t have to debate on how we can keep our races safe and awesome. Don’t agree? You are still welcome to race! All money coming in and going out will be updated on the website on a monthly basis.</li> <li><strong>No racing in Dec</strong> – Time to rest, recover and party</li> </ul> <h4>Feb Race</h4> <p>The First race of the season would be a <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_bicycling#prologue'>prologue</a>. You can sign up for it here – More details about race day would be shared by the team</p> <h4>Interesting links</h4> <ul> <li>Website ~ <a href='http://bbch.in'>www.bbch.in</a> (<em>being worked on at the moment. Warning – stale data</em>)</li> <li>Registrations @ <a href='http://rrbmgr.appspot.com'>http://rrbmgr.appspot.com</a></li> <li>BBCh 2012 planning group – <a href='https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/bbch12'>bbch12@googlegroups.com</a></li> </ul> <p>There are a ton of folks who are making BBCh12 happen this year, too many to talk about here! <br>If you would like to sign up to help out please do request access to our <a href='https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/bbch12'>BBCh12 planning group</a></p> <p>Race Hard! Be Safe!</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-01-26:90168 2012-01-26T07:02:00Z 2012-01-26T07:12:05Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6764337399/' title='IMG_20120126_112449 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7147/6764337399_76eeed996a.jpg' height='500' alt='IMG_20120126_112449' width='375'></a> <br> Awesome Saddle bags at the store</p> <p>A truck load of new <span class='caps'>BOTS</span> Wedgies have arrived – Sultry Red, Dirty Fellow Yellow, Sexy black, Cool Blue, <span class='caps'>OMG</span> Green</p> <p>What is a wedgie you say? <br><span class='caps'>BOTS</span> Wedgie is the bestest Saddle Bag in the world. The perfect size which will take in everything your biking heart desires.</p> <p>Your bike is longing to have a Wedgie but cannot drop into <span class='caps'>BOTS</span>? <br>No worries, we can ship a wedgie to your bike – just email us at admin@bumsonthesaddle.com</p> <p>A Happy bike is our motto</p> <p>Do check out <a href='https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150151260391357.344243.274691601356&amp;#38;type=3&amp;#38;l=31ce0f4f6a'>a portfolio of our wedgies</a></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-01-21:89930 2012-01-21T20:06:00Z 2012-01-21T20:23:07Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6737145253/' title='posre by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7158/6737145253_fb5be9a681.jpg' height='500' alt='posre' width='353'></a></p> <h5>Brevet Summary</h5> <p><strong>Date</strong>: January 28, 2012, 6 AM <br><strong>Start</strong>: Indian Institute of Science, New <span class='caps'>BEL</span> Road Gate <br><strong>End</strong>: New <span class='caps'>BEL</span> Road <br><strong>Distance</strong>: 400 km <br><strong>Time limit</strong>: 27 hours</p> <p>Visit the <a href='https://sites.google.com/site/iiscrando/2011-2012-brevets/jan-2012-chellakere-400/'>IISc Randonneurs site for more details</a></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-01-10:88935 2012-01-10T04:34:00Z 2012-01-10T04:51:13Z &lt;iframe src='http://player.vimeo.com/video/34414313?title=0&amp;amp;byline=0&amp;amp;portrait=0' height='225' width='400'>&lt;/iframe><p><a href='http://vimeo.com/34414313'>The Holstee Manifesto Lifecycle Video</a> from <a href='http://vimeo.com/user2406536'>Holstee</a> on <a href='http://vimeo.com'>Vimeo</a>.</p> <p>Simply awesome – live your life to the fullest!</p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2012-01-03:88164 2012-01-03T04:01:00Z 2012-01-03T04:04:31Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6625420535/' title='dreadset_2009 by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7149/6625420535_6116505126.jpg' height='500' alt='dreadset_2009' width='400'></a></p> <p>Some <a href='http://chrisking.com/tech/int_headsets_explained/int_hds_explain_1'>interesting tech reading about headsets</a> on your bike from <a href='http://chrisking.com'>Chris King</a></p> rohan_kini tag:blog.bumsonthesaddle.com,2011-12-27:87624 2011-12-27T05:17:00Z 2011-12-27T05:20:12Z <p><a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohan_kini/6579625757/' title='cycling makes you sexy by rohan_kini, on Flickr'><img src='http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7149/6579625757_79d4e03756.jpg' height='375' alt='cycling makes you sexy' width='500'></a></p> <p>Reason #1.million.one</p>