You have done your research. You've watched the YouTube videos, read the Reddit threads, and downloaded three different offline maps. Your GPS is loaded with waypoints. Your route is planned down to the kilometre. None of that will prepare you for what the Himalayas actually are.
Why is road awareness more important than speed?
On mountain roads, visibility is limited and conditions change quickly. Blind turns, loose gravel, and sudden landslides are common. Riders follow a simple rule
Ride slow, s
