Join us for an exhilarating conversation with Grinshina Kartik (known to the world as Grinny), a trailblazing ultra-cyclist who has conquered some of the toughest endurance rides across the globe—from the scorching heat of Spain and the suffocating humidity of Thailand to the freezing nights of France and the wild, winding ghat roads of India.

As the first Indian woman (and often the first Indian ever) to complete grueling 2000km+ races, she’s shattered records, including a world record in tandem cycling. But beyond the accolades, Grinny’s journey is packed with unforgettable stories—like dodging wild elephants, outrunning packs of stray dogs, dancing on her bike to stay motivated, and pushing through brutal sunburns, crashes, and sleepless nights.

In this episode, she opens up about the mental and physicalgrit it takes to thrive in ultra-cycling, the kindness of strangers in remote villages, and how she turns pain into power. Whether you’re a cyclist, an adventurer, or just someone who loves underdog triumphs, Grinny’s infectiousenergy and raw honesty will leave you inspired to chase your own limits. Strap in—this one’s a wild ride!

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00:00:00 Trailer

00:01:27 Episode intro

00:03:54 Question from listener

00:09:28 Our guest        

00:10:49 Early Sports life

00:19:43 Yoga-Dancing-Cycling days

00:23:41 1st 100 km – exhausting

00:25:23 First Solo

00:26:36 Randonneuring & Audax world Clubs

00:32:59 1st 200-300-400-600 km

00:43:34 Paris Brest Paris event 2019

00:50:02 Thailand 2000 Km LRM

01:00:11 Cycle riding style

01:03:34 1st cycling race

01:05:16 Covid events & Everesting

01:09:12 Break

01:10:06 2023 Paris Brest Paris event

01:12:08 Prepping & Packing for event

01:20:08 Cycle, parts & repairs

01:24:43 Spend time solo-cycling

01:27:08 Tandem cycling – world record

01:32:46 Unsupported event – Spain to Italy

01:47:48 Supported event – racing in Sri Lanka

01:48:54 India events

01:53:22 Animal encounters

02:00:03 Personal victories

02:02:13 Plan ahead

02:04:08: Thanks & Toodles