On November 7–8, 2026, John headed to Rasamala at the New Ciputri Campground for Bonafest. It was a refreshing two-day independent camping festival hidden deep inside a misty pine forest, far away from the city.
The atmosphere carried a distinct, slow-living charm. The site quickly filled with clusters of deep blue tents pitched on soft grass beneath a dense pine canopy. Throughout the weekend, the clearing resonated with live performances from a stellar lineup, including Asylum Uniform, Strange Fruit, Taktis, The Jansen, White Shoes & The Couples Company, alongside a rotation of DJs setting the mood from a custom open-air stage. Between sets, attendees gathered in casual circles on the lawn, sharing plates of steamed local corn, sweet potatoes, and peanuts served on vibrant banana leaves, while others slow-roasted pineapples over a crackling open bamboo fire pit.
Stepping away from the main festival grounds, John decided to trek to Curug Padalarang, a hidden waterfall located about 600 meters from the camp. The path proved demanding—steep, incredibly slick, and constantly wet. However, the rugged, technical terrain was managed flawlessly and smoothly, all thanks to the reliable grip of the Asics Gel-Terrain shoe he wore for the journey. Watching the crowd wind down as the mist settled through the trees, John couldn't help but appreciate the unique energy of the weekend; there is truly something special about a festival built around community, nature, and raw musical escape.
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