I spent many winters in Nepal. I have been there like 20 times, usually for 5 months at a time.
Anyway, this time for a new adventure I am taking a Surly LHT deluxe with S&S couplers to make it easy to load on the airplane. I have ortlieb panniers, JANDD expedition racks, and an alcohol stove (TRANGA) I have never bike toured, but I did spend lots of time trekking in the mountains there. I also backpacked in India, Pakistan, China, Tibet, and other--Africa etc. Lots of traveling experience.
Any advise you might offer would be appreciated.
One guy last winter said he never used his tent--only stayed in Guest houses. I am trying to decide if I will take a tent. On the other hand, I could pick up a cheap, poorly made, heavy one when I get there. Any experience with this?
Any suggestions or just general comments will be appreciated and enjoyed. Or if YOU have questions, feel free to ask me about travel in Nepal.