He was born and grew up in a family of an army officer, thus he has become accustomed to the nomad way of life since childhood. He lived in different places in Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzia, and Kazakhstan. He graduated the Almaty University, Juridical Faculty. He worked at the juridical firm but soon understood, that his hot nomad’s soul could not bear and suffer anymore in a comfortable arm-chair in a warm office. He bought a motorcycle .. sat down on the bike.. and not returned to the office.
Founder of the Silk OFF ROAD. He is the creator of all SilkOFFRoad routes. During the tours, he is the group leader on the motorcycle. Sometimes guide-driver of car.
Interested in mountaineering, skiing, and rock music.
ANTON GABCHENKO (ANTONIO)
Anton went on a SilkOffRoad tour as a mechanic. Since then, he has remained a mechanic. Has higher technical education. He is the best auto and motorcycle mechanic in Central Asia.
During the tours, he is a mechanic and driver of car support. Sometimes he is the group leader on the motorcycle.
Interested in enduro racing, and skiing.
At 12 he understood the famous saying that two wheels carry a soul. After trying to find himself in different types of business - hadn't found himself anywhere except motorbikes and roads. Being involved in Central Asia tourism for more than 10 years - ready to jump on the bike and ride until the sunset. Our universal soldier.)
Tour Manager. Tour leader. Car driver.
Interested in сhess, fencing, and gardening.
The youngest member of the SilkOffRoad team. The person who answers all your texts and emails via WhatsApp and email. Also a great Tour Guide throughout the journeys. Will tell you all about the Central Asia that you may need to know.
Interested in music, chess and snowboarding.