As the thunderous roar of motorcycles signals the arrival of motorcycling enthusiasts at the 10th edition of India Bike Week (IBW) on December 8 and 9 in Goa, an exhilarating platform named BIG TRIP is set to captivate audiences with awe-inspiring tales of epic adventures powered by two-wheelers.
With the theme "Everyone is One," the BIG TRIP at IBW 2023 aims to inspire individuals to break free from the ordinary and embrace the unknown. The platform features an extraordinary lineup of riders from India and around the world, each ready to share their thrilling stories and experiences that have earned them legendary status in the biking community.
Martin da Costa, CEO and founder of Seventy EMG and Festival Director, expressed the aspiration for the 10th edition, known as '10X,' to be ten times bigger, fostering motivation and dreams realization irrespective of age or background.
Among the stellar lineup of BIG TRIP speakers are Simon and Lisa Thomas, a dynamic couple with 20 years of global motorcycling experience, crowned as the world's foremost adventure motorcyclists. Additionally, Karolis Mieliauskas, who conquered 'the world’s coldest bike ride' from Siberia to Oymyakon, and several women motorcyclists, including Nomadic Hijabi Rider Noor and The Wandering Wasp, promise to enthral the audience with their extraordinary journeys.
Nomadic Hijabi Rider Noor, recognized for her courage and passion, has covered 9,000 kilometres on her Royal Enfield Classic 350, with plans for a future trip to Saudi Arabia. Gaurav Sharma, known as wander.da, a content creator and podcast host, shares a 25,000-kilometer journey across South America through his 'Life is Enjoy' podcast.
Yogesh Alekari, an architecture enthusiast turned mountaineer, embarked on a 100-day bike journey from Mumbai to London, spanning 24 countries and 25,000 kilometres. Arjun Raina, the founder of MotoExotica, a custom moto-building workshop, and Claudia Wodarz, also known as Miss Ride A Lot, a German motorcyclist with a vast adventure sports background, add to the diverse array of speakers.
The BIG TRIP segment promises to be an enriching experience for gearheads, as the legendary escapades of these remarkable individuals are unveiled on stage. Through their stories, IBW aims to ignite the spirit of adventure, encouraging enthusiasts to pursue their dreams and create their extraordinary journeys.
India Bike Week, known as the definitive annual motorcycling gathering, guarantees two days of pure bliss for biking enthusiasts, featuring the best in bike design, classic and custom machines, delectable food, live performances, track experiences, and much more. The 10th year of IBW is poised to be the ultimate motorcycling weekend of the year.