A man has recently achieved a remarkable feat by traveling from Manali to Kanyakumari on a skateboard, covering the expansive breadth of India in just under 100 days. Professional skateboarder Ritik Kratzel embarked on this extraordinary journey with nothing but his skateboard and a small backpack.
Documenting his entire adventure on Instagram, Kratzel shared videos showcasing his progress and the challenges he faced along the way. From navigating through Google Maps glitches to encountering dense fog on highways, the journey was undoubtedly arduous for the determined skateboarder.
As he completed his monumental trek, Kratzel expressed his gratitude to his followers, acknowledging their support throughout his journey. His final post captioned, “Manali To Kanyakumari Skate Journey comes to an end. Thank you, everyone, for sticking around with me. It wouldn’t have been possible without all of you. And thank you for watching,” garnered over 30,000 views and numerous likes.
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Support poured in from his followers in the comments section, praising his perseverance and adventurous spirit. One user commented, “Absolutely great, no bullshit, no showoff. Simple Decathlon Board, no stereotype for Mall grabbing, no ‘drippy’ clothes. Hats off, very few people are on the internet like you.”
Another admirer expressed, “Dude when I met you, I thought this journey was tough, which is true but it ain’t as tough as your zeal to conquer it. Kudos to you Ritik bhai, you’ve inspired me and others.”
Proudly, a third user commented, “Absolutely amazing! We are sooooo proud of you! You had a big bold dream and you made it come true! Your bravery, humility, kindness, and adventurous spirit have captivated so many. Congratulations deva ji!”
Meanwhile, Kratzel commenced his journey on January 7 and reached Kanyakumari on April 1, marking the end of an awe-inspiring adventure that captivated the hearts and minds of many.