Elevation Gain:646m Distance: 66.21km Ride time: 3-4 hours Route profile: Flats Road quality: Smooth tarmac Traffic Level: Moderate. Traffic free scenic route on the return too.
Strava Route – Hesarghatta
One of the flattest routes in our list with an elevation gain of less than 700m. This route will take you through the centre of the city in the early hours where you can see people coming out for an early morning game of golf at the gold course.
Past that, you will encounter some early morning traffic till the Jalahalli air force station, after that, it’s pretty much smooth sailing till the edge of the lake. You’ll see plantains and vineyards on either side with smooth tarmac to ride your bike on. There will be a little bit of off-road trail riding once you reach the reservoir, but nothing your road bikes can’t handle. This is a go-to destination for most of north Bangalore riders.
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT CYCLING
I’ve been riding for as long as I can remember. This eventually gave way to long-distance cycling and brevets which were great options to stay fit. I’m always looking for an opportunity to influence my friends into riding bikes. Looking to take a shot at riding trails soon, because that looks really fun as well.
DISCIPLINE: Road biking
CURRENT BIKES: Giant Defy 1
DREAM BIKE: Specialized Roubaix Comp