Serk Cycling Beijing
The year began on the Chinese border with Myanmar, where our New Year trip rolled through five days of warm weather, bamboo river crossings, and endless plates of incredible local food. It was the perfect way to start the year — a gentle re-entry into the saddle after winter.
By spring, we were back in our spiritual home — Tibet — for the first of five trips to the roof of the world. A private group kicked off the season, followed by a lively crew of riders mostly from Shanghai. A late spring snowfall on the final day into Everest Base Camp turned the ride into a test of endurance — and delivered some truly iconic photos.
In July, we returned to Gannan, Gansu for another off-the-beaten-track gravel adventure. It had been a few years since our last expedition there, and although some of the classic dirt sections had sadly been paved, we scouted and rode brand-new unridden gravel routes. This trip quickly became one of our favourites of the year — pure frontier spirit with that satisfying mix of remoteness and discovery.
Soon after came our summer Everest trip, joined by an awesome group of seasoned riders, many from the Seattle Randonneurs community. This time, a few partners joined using our e-assist bikes — their first taste of high-altitude adventure riding.
It was a great success: the climbs, the thin air, and the sweeping Himalayan views could all be savoured without the strain.
Autumn brought two back-to-back Everest trips, including a special edition in partnership with Everesting. A powerhouse group of riders came together to push limits and pioneer new territory — literally. We explored a challenging new route featuring recently opened roads and tougher climbs. The payoff? Spectacular terrain and scenery we hadn’t yet experienced. Thanks to this discovery, our 2026 itineraries will evolve to incorporate this exciting new route.
“Riding to Everest Base Camp has been a bucket list adventure of mine for the past five years, and Serk made it an unforgettable reality. The organisation, support, and attention to detail were next level.”
— Charlie, UK
As we look ahead to 2026, we’re carrying forward everything this year taught us: new routes in Tibet, expanded gravel adventures in Gansu and Kyrgyzstan, and the same commitment to five-star frontier cycling experiences. Whether your next dream involves Everest, gravel, or a quiet mountain road in Yunnan, we can’t wait to ride with you in 2026.