Biker-photographers on their lockdown journeys across the place

Severe Male Rai, 59, Mumbai / Gurgaon

Who: Photographer and co-founder of journals Helmet Stories, Garage52, MW and Rolling Stone India

Bikes: 2020 BMW 310GS

Digital camera/equipment: Iphone 11 Professional Max, GoPro motion cameras, Sony A6300

I generally wished to experience to Arunachal Pradesh, in excess of the Sela Go. This is in which my father Maj Hasta Bahadur Rai together with his battalion 4 Garhwal Rifles fought a tragically valiant, but finally a losing rear-guard battle against the PLA at Nuranang in the bitter winter of 1962. I have not been in a position to near this circle in the past and I bought an additional option final thirty day period to go on a experience with friends aboard the 2020 BMW 310GS. Even though our journey did not conclude at Dong, wherever the rays of the sun very first kiss the Indian soil, it was a fitting symbolic conclude to our quest. The bike lived up to its vaunted GS moniker and the ‘spirit of GS’ in conditions that would have stopped other bikes lifeless in their tracks. In honour of this ride and my father’s memory, I named my bike ‘Nura’ (following the courageous and beautiful Mnpa woman of legend). Supplied the pandemic, when we journey once again, I assume we will make improved use of our time making certain that our travels have a defined goal in thoughts. I unquestionably will, for I want to go further, not a lot quicker.

Arun Thakur, 34, Haryana

Who: Former photojournalist and founder, Freeway Gamers

Bikes: 4 Royal Enfield bikes

Digicam/gear: Canon 5d- Mark 3, Canon 6d and two GoPros 4 & 7

Lockdown obtain: Godox Advertisement-200 flashlight to shoot in really low mild circumstances

This photograph is exclusive as it was taken on my 1st lockdown group trip to Rohru, Himachal Pradesh, in October. Using on the hills has normally been unpredictable, available, and an ally to lots of of my adventures. This time about, I was at last out for an expedition with my Himalayan and I took this picture of the bike all geared up to bear in mind the adventure that lay ahead. Prior to this trip with pals, I took off on a five-working day impromptu solo trip to Himachal by using Uttarakhand. Borders ended up at last opening up and making it possible for travelers to take a look at, but of class, with precaution. The pandemic isn’t about nevertheless but it is also a time when we get to expertise Mother nature at its undisturbed best. What I have realised during my lockdown rides is that one particular does not have to travel considerably for stunning sights, they are correct in our yard. I have been heading on weekend ‘breakfast’ rides – to Murthal, Agra, Mathura, Meerut, Neemrana Fort, and so forth – with fellow club members considering that June.

As for pictures on-the-go, spend in a great lens and find out submit production strategies. I am now trying my hand at online video modifying with Remaining Lower Professional and will ride to Rishikesh in November finish followed by a lengthy ride to Auli, Munsiyari in December.

Shubham Saini, 25, New Delhi

Who: Founder, Photographers Of India

Bicycle: Chooses to hire them

Camera/equipment: Olympus OMD EM 10 Mark 3, DJI Mavic Professional Drone

Lockdown purchase: An Apple iphone 11 for journey images

‘Four wheels shift the physique, two wheels go the soul’. The pandemic’s limitations have been tricky on each individual rider and when issues eased, I initial frequented Himachal Pradesh. Likely back to the mountains just after keeping household for months felt wonderful and unique at the identical time.

The journey that led me to this shot in Spiti Valley was an unplanned one particular. As we transitioned from the tarmac to the off-highway, the genuine adventure started. We ascended to a single of the most iconic buildings in the valley, Dhankar Gompa. As we approached it, we discovered a location which gave us a postcard-worthy frame: the monastery in all its glory atop the mountain, and the beautiful distinction of the snow-coated mountains at a length mixing with the mountains in front of us.

As a trip organiser, overall health will choose precedence likely ahead and we can not make repeated pit-stops too. We are at present prioritising lesser teams and places that make it possible for us to e-book an full spot for ourselves. Members are recommended to get tested suitable prior to departure for our impending rides to Tirthan Valley and Lahaul.

Joe Abilash, 24, Chennai

Who: Adventure motorcyclist and freelance photographer

Bicycle: RE Himalayan: 411cc, one-cylinder, fuel-injected motor

Digital camera/equipment: Nikon D5600 with simple prime and zoom lenses, Oneplus 7t, Snapseed and Lightroom for enhancing

Lockdown get: GoPro 8

Escalating up, the distant mountains of Uthukottai were being a common sight from my bedroom. Through the pandemic, I realised how they keep on being a mystery to me and I headed there a thirty day period immediately after the 1st Condition lockdown was declared. I have been frequenting the spot considering the fact that and this photograph was taken on a single these kinds of journey. I stumbled upon this place by accident, many thanks to Google Maps, and was totally overwhelmed at first. It is the great tenting website substantial atop a hill and I stayed right away in the organization of stars. Seeing the sunset and dawn was cathartic and a substantially-needed crack.

In these types of difficult instances, the best issue to do is indulge in leisure motorcycling and discover uncrowded places – close by forests for instance. I have now prepared shorter rides to nearby cities and villages and to head to the lesser-recognized Tirumala Hills and Venkatagiri (on the Andhra border) before long.

Srivatsan Sankaran, 30, Chennai

Who: Founder – Madras Photo Bloggers

Bike: Royal Enfield Bullet 350 ES

Digicam/equipment: Sony Alpha A7RIII, Sony 16-35mm f2.8 GM lens, GoPro

Lockdown invest in: Shooting movies on my cell camera, Waze app for navigation

This photograph was taken atop the Valparai Hills this August. The radiant blue blended with the orange shade of the horizon was enthralling. As levels of mist unfurled, the sun slowly turned all the things blue into gold and I keep in mind standing at the location for a lengthy time.

The pandemic has improved my complete perspective toward travelling. I now choose solo excursions, isolated places and street visits on acquainted terrains. I’ve also learnt to sluggish down while discovering new spots. It helps me hook up with character and clears my brain, something I never ever did before.

I choose mirrorless cameras as they are perfect to capture the essence of stunning landscapes. The GoPro arrives to my rescue if I am travelling to tough terrains. The lockdown bought me to use my cellular phone digital camera a lot more because it allows to focus on the picture’s composition rather than the engineering. I’ve usually needed to journey to Megamalai in the winter and I program to travel there in December. I will also be exploring Madurai, Karaikudi and Tanjore on this trip.

Mayur Mahanta, 27, Guwahati

Who: Founder, Assam Bikers and photographer at Mototripperco

Bicycle: Royal Enfield GT560

Camera/gear: Nikon DSLR, A single Plus 7, Photoshop, Lightroom and Snapseed on the mobile phone for enhancing

In August, I rode to rural Assam to take a look at a friend. It was a limited trip from Guwahati to Borsola village in Sonitpur district and the escape immediately after days of lockdown was refreshing. I was sceptical about riding through lockdown but it was tricky to stay away from the outdoors. In the coming months, I will trip to Dambuk, Arunachal Pradesh.

Navaneeth Unnikrishnan, 27, Bengaluru

Who: Indian Amateur Astronomer and Astro-Landscape photographer

Bike: Royal Enfield Classic 350

Camera/equipment: Sony A7RIV

Lockdown get: A macro lens

This drone shot was captured on a trip to Munnar in September. It’s tough to set it in words how surreal it felt to acquire a trip after five months of no outside action. The photograph captures my mindset correctly: the clouds stand for flexibility and it is a silver lining that resonated with my views on that day. It was taken at 5.30 am in freezing weather and whilst I’ve been to Munnar numerous occasions around the many years, I am glad I was capable to seize this photograph.

Now is the time we really should aid community tourism and firms. Travelling responsibly – abiding by social distancing norms, putting on a mask, finding examined prior to placing out – are significant. It’s now protected to continue to be in tents or motels that have sanitising services somewhat than a village or a homestay as this makes certain negligible contact with other folks.

As a landscape photographer caught at home, I invested in a macro lens to shoot the very small creatures all-around me. I use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom for enhancing but I advise shopping for a tripod and ND filters (for very long exposures) if you shoot landscapes. A fantastic digicam bag, rain address, additional batteries and memory playing cards are critical.

Shikha Dalal, 32, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Who: Former pilot and now a filmmaker, photographer at Reboot My Model, a electronic internet marketing agency

Bike: Bajaj Dominar 400

Camera/gear: GoPros (7, Max), Apple iphone 11 Pro when on the road

Lockdown get: 360 camera MAX, preparing to change from my bulky Nikon DSLR to a mild mirrorless procedure soon

I rode to Mt. Abu in July and it was breathtaking as we witnessed the onset of the monsoon time. We rode about 225 kms and while riding uphill through the rains in a misty cloud and surrounded by the inexperienced landscapes on the ghats. We left for a trek in the hills soon right after we reached and this look at has stayed with me because. I truly feel caged when I am not using and on this excursion specially, I felt like a fowl set free. The lockdown has urged me to get extra road visits and investigate my Condition somewhat than journey somewhere else. I will soon be driving throughout coastal Gujarat.