Ride to Shoja-Jalori (H.P.) January 2012 - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

sambak · 12-30-2011, 01:47 PM

Hello Folks!

I am planning a 3-4 days ride till Jalori pass via Shoja, Banjar, Aut! possibly in the 2nd or 3rd week of January 2012.
I am hoping to cross Jalori pass from shoja to the other side of Shimla Distt. and to return delhi via shimla.But the only doubt i am having at this juncture is that the Jalori pass might not be open at this time of the year because of heavy snowfall in that region. in that case my plan B would to return via the same route.

Please give your precious inputs if any!

And if somebody also wishes to ride along with me on this route; please share here what best we can do to achieve that target!!
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Noor · 12-31-2011, 02:13 PM

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sambak · 12-31-2011, 04:59 PM

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sambak · 01-01-2012, 12:25 AM

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Mik · 01-02-2012, 07:33 PM

Hi Sambak,
I had crossed Jalori pass on 25th Dec while going from Sangla to Mandi. There was very less snow at the pass. Just a few patches at on the sunny side and a few corners on the sun deprived side of Shoja.
But, jan end, definitely you will get lots of snow atleast on the Shoja side(sun rays deprived side). Jalori is kept active almost throughout the year as there are JCBs stationed on both the Shoja and Khanag side. Also, accomodation will be available in the rest house at khanag definitely. Infact, considering todays weather, you might get snow even this weekend :-)
I am planning a quick ride to that side - preferably 2 days only(not the republic weekend) Do let me know what dates you have in mind.

rachitkdogra · 01-02-2012, 08:12 PM

Hi Sambak,

We had done this stretch last year in first week of April and there was snow. Snow not as in uncrossable but there was snow which had graced the place only 2 days ago. I am not sure of this time of the year but considering my knowledge of Himachal's weather this place can snow whenever it will rain there. But as Mik also said it should not delay you much becuase I guess they keep this road open. Have a wonderful ride. This place is sure worth experiencing..

sambak · 01-03-2012, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mik

Hi Sambak,
I had crossed Jalori pass on 25th Dec while going from Sangla to Mandi. There was very less snow at the pass. Just a few patches at on the sunny side and a few corners on the sun deprived side of Shoja.
But, jan end, definitely you will get lots of snow atleast on the Shoja side(sun rays deprived side). Jalori is kept active almost throughout the year as there are JCBs stationed on both the Shoja and Khanag side. Also, accomodation will be available in the rest house at khanag definitely. Infact, considering todays weather, you might get snow even this weekend :-)
I am planning a quick ride to that side - preferably 2 days only(not the republic weekend) Do let me know what dates you have in mind.

Hello Mik!!

Thanx for the precious inputs. Actually i haven't decided any specific dates for this one but, i am certain on doing this ride this weekend (say 6th, 7th, 8th) or/else in the third or fourth week of this month...

So let me know if you are comfortable with this arrangement or if anything else you have in mind..

tc

Mik · 01-03-2012, 09:52 PM

On Friday night and on Saturday, snowfall is expected both in Shoja and Narkanda

I just came back from a 11 day ride so don't have any leaves.
Most probably would like to do something like this

Saturday - 4 am start from ggn
Gurgaon-Mandi-Shoja is 14 hours of fairly brisk riding.

On Sunday (expected to be bright and sunny)
Do a 8am start from Shoja - cross Jalori - Narkanda(it will have snow too probably) - Gurgaon -- Approximately 15 hours considering the possibility of some difficulty due to snow/ice.
So reach gurgaon by 11 at night.

sambak · 01-03-2012, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mik

On Friday night and on Saturday, snowfall is expected both in Shoja and Narkanda

I just came back from a 11 day ride so don't have any leaves.
Most probably would like to do something like this

Saturday - 4 am start from ggn
Gurgaon-Mandi-Shoja is 14 hours of fairly brisk riding.

On Sunday (expected to be bright and sunny)
Do a 8am start from Shoja - cross Jalori - Narkanda(it will have snow too probably) - Gurgaon -- Approximately 15 hours considering the possibility of some difficulty due to snow/ice.
So reach gurgaon by 11 at night.

I am fine with it for a brother's sake!!

but dont you think its gonna be kinda hotch potch schedule?

mostly tiring than relaxing??

What best we can do in my opinion, is we can leave Friday night (say around midnight) and try and return Delhi by Sunday night and the rest of the middle planning would be the same as you mentioned above.

wot say??

sambak · 01-04-2012, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by sambak

I am fine with it for a brother's sake!!

but dont you think its gonna be kinda hotch potch schedule?

mostly tiring than relaxing??

What best we can do in my opinion, is we can leave Friday night (say around midnight) and try and return Delhi by Sunday night and the rest of the middle planning would be the same as you mentioned above.

wot say??

Waiting for your reply!

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rachitkdogra GABBAR!! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: DLF Phase 2, Gurgaon Posts: 419	Hi Sambak, We had done this stretch last year in first week of April and there was snow. Snow not as in uncrossable but there was snow which had graced the place only 2 days ago. I am not sure of this time of the year but considering my knowledge of Himachal's weather this place can snow whenever it will rain there. But as Mik also said it should not delay you much becuase I guess they keep this road open. Have a wonderful ride. This place is sure worth experiencing.. __________________ Rachit K Dogra

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01-02-2012, 07:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
Mik Bike Bike and Away.... Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 543	Hi Sambak, I had crossed Jalori pass on 25th Dec while going from Sangla to Mandi. There was very less snow at the pass. Just a few patches at on the sunny side and a few corners on the sun deprived side of Shoja. But, jan end, definitely you will get lots of snow atleast on the Shoja side(sun rays deprived side). Jalori is kept active almost throughout the year as there are JCBs stationed on both the Shoja and Khanag side. Also, accomodation will be available in the rest house at khanag definitely. Infact, considering todays weather, you might get snow even this weekend :-) I am planning a quick ride to that side - preferably 2 days only(not the republic weekend) Do let me know what dates you have in mind.

01-03-2012, 09:52 PM	#8 (permalink)
Mik Bike Bike and Away.... Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 543	On Friday night and on Saturday, snowfall is expected both in Shoja and Narkanda I just came back from a 11 day ride so don't have any leaves. Most probably would like to do something like this Saturday - 4 am start from ggn Gurgaon-Mandi-Shoja is 14 hours of fairly brisk riding. On Sunday (expected to be bright and sunny) Do a 8am start from Shoja - cross Jalori - Narkanda(it will have snow too probably) - Gurgaon -- Approximately 15 hours considering the possibility of some difficulty due to snow/ice. So reach gurgaon by 11 at night.

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