Bike touring a CLOSED mountain pass in Tajikistan #36

Summary

The main theme is the arduous journey over the Anzob Pass in Tajikistan, an alternative route to the Pamir Highway's "Tunnel of Death." They recount detailed challenges including treacherous gravel roads, difficult climbs, and the risks of altitude sickness. The takeaway is the importance of respecting physical limitations and planning realistically, as continuing with extreme exhaustion proved unsustainable and nearly dangerous.