
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