2 Kashmiri cyclists scale Umlingla Pass

Kargil, Sep 02: In a remarkable display of endurance and determination, two MTB Kashmir riders, Sheen Amin and Adnan Bashir, have successfully reached Umlingla Pass, one of the highest motorable passes in the world at an altitude of 19,024 feet above sea level. The duo completed this extraordinary journey in just five days, covering a distance of 406 kilometres.

Their ride began in Leh and took them through some of the region’s most challenging and scenic landscapes, including Upshi, Hymai, Nyoma, Hanly, and Chusmule, before culminating at Umlingla Pass.

Reflecting on the experience, Sheen Amin, founder of MTB Kashmir, shared, “The last two days, particularly the stretch from Hanly to Chusmule via Nurbula Pass and then on to Umlingla, were some of the most challenging moments of the expedition.

But it’s in these challenges that we find the true essence of adventure. Our journey to Umlingla Pass is more than just a personal achievement. My vision is to discover new cycling routes and promote the unparalleled beauty of the Kashmir and Ladakh regions. Through such expeditions, we aim to showcase these areas as adventure hubs and destinations where nature’s raw beauty can be experienced up close.”

MTB Kashmir continues to promote cycling as a sustainable and adventurous means of exploring the diverse and breathtaking terrains of the region. With this latest accomplishment, Sheen Amin and Adnan Bashir hope to inspire more cyclists from India and around the world to embark on their own journeys of discovery in the magnificent landscapes of Kashmir and Ladakh.