The river bridge at the end of the monsoon
A stone bridge, brown water just below the arch, and an hour spent listening.
September 5, 2026 · 8 min
Oiling the chain on a wet shoulder of road
What I carry, how long it takes, and why I never skip it.
Ghat Road
Get the next stop on my ride, from the road, the garage or the tea stall, every other Saturday.
Pune
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