MISSFIT ADVENTURES
Unleash the thrill of marathons, treks, and daring escapades as we conquer challenges and push our limits in the pursuit of unforgettable adventures.
A Trek to the Highest Abode of Shiva, Tungnath: A Tale of Forgetting Shoes & Freezing Peaks
Ah, the misadventures of a forgetful trekker! While the sun was rising in Mumbai one fine day in February 2020, I found myself in a train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai, delayed by two agonizing hours. Panic had set in; I had another train to catch to Haridwar from LTT Kurla station at 8:30 am. The problem? It’s 7:30 am, and I was still far from Borivali station. Just I reached…
Skiing Adventures in Gulmarg: From Sliding on Baby Slopes to Tumbling Down the Majestic Mountain
Amidst the sea of snow, the mountains of Gulmarg in Kashmir stood like majestic giants, draped in white cloaks, accessorized with green pine trees full of snowflakes. And there I was, standing at the foothill of an intimidating slope, contemplating about one last run down after a day of exhausting endeavors on the kiddie hills. There was no way to back out, with my instructor channeling his inner drill sergeant,…
Feathers in the Desert: Exploring Biodiversity in the Backyard of the Golden City Jaisalmer
Imagine the thrill of spotting a tiger in the wild, and then amplify that excitement with the elusiveness of a very “endangered” bird. It certainly felt like we were on an impossible treasure hunt, when our first safari round unfolded through the vast barren desert land! And although the cold and arid winds teased us with glimpses of vultures, wheatears, buzzards, and even a shy desert mouse, the star of…
Echoes of Noklak: A Journey of Inspiration On the Road Less Travelled in Nagaland
The zigzag mountain route resembled a muddy obstacle course, now murkier, battered by the relentless rain of the previous night. I was seated in a shared Sumo Taxi with five other souls as our emotions oscillated between anxiety and shared camaraderie in sync with the bumpy ups and downs. The seasoned driver appeared slightly overwhelmed by the challenging terrain. Skilfully manoeuvring the vehicle, he would cautiously shift gears and delicately…
Ladakh Marathon Chronicles: Running and Wandering in the Himalayan Wonderland
Ah, the Ladakh Marathon, the event that turns sane folks into oxygen-deprived, sweat-wicking fabric-wearing maniacs! Yours truly ran the half marathon – 21 km distance in 2019. The race was a great experience, but in the last 7 kms, a major uphill steep slope, my mind and body both abused me, and I questioned all about my existence and life choices. Why did I start an activity like running long…
Legacy of Freedom: Rediscovering Vadnagar’s Timeless Charm with a Nonagenarian Trailblazer
As India joyfully marks its 77th Independence Day on August 15, 2023, my mind can’t help but rewind to last year’s escapade when I embarked on a whirlwind adventure during the #azadikaamritmahotsav with my feisty 90-year-old grandmother. It’s like I inherited my wandering genes directly from her, though I’m barely hitting 5% of her outgoing persona. Grandma and I had embarked on a nice day trip to celebrate her incredible…
My Motorcycle Diaries: From Wobbly Wheels to Solo Mountain Tripping
The mountains stood tall and majestic, welcoming me to a world of wonder and excitement. I had set on a mission to ride through the high-altitude wilderness and conquer the curvy routes on a larger than me motorcycle. Then there came this moment, when I entered the road less taken. The 7-8 km stretch of road ahead was a bumpy, unpaved trail cutting through the dense, creepy foliage of the…
Running Marathons in Monsoons: Challenging Terrain, Breathtaking Beauty, & Personal Triumphs
As the monsoon season arrives on the Western coast of India, people rejoice in relief from the sweltering heat that engulfed them during the hot summer months in India. For runners across the country, it marks the beginning of that time of the year when we embark on long distances without worrying about getting heatstroke. So, like most runners, I, too, plan for my marathon races beginning in the monsoon…