SRAM Western Province Gravity Enduro Series # 1 | Jonkershoek
The 2017 SRAM WP Gravity Enduro series kicked off with a bang in Jonkershoek, starting things on a very positive note. Two very important events occurred in relation to this event, the first of which was the 23mm of rain that we received on Saturday evening. This might not seem stellar, but with the current […]
Ride report: Subaru Cape Town WC XCO Champs
The Subaru Cape Town WC XCO Champs took place at Bloemendal on Saturday. Our sources on the ground informed us in the days leading up to the race that some changes were being made to the course that we rode in the WC XCO Series #3 race at the same venue. A whole new climb […]
South African National Downhill Series Round 2 – Jonkershoek
It was all about KZN vs Western Province during round 2 of the South African National Downhill series this past weekend at a slightly more damp Jonkershoek. Following last weekend’s marginal miss over victory, just 1.06 seconds from the top step, Theo Erlangsen finally put together the run that would see him take top honours […]
Trail Daze | Fatbiking the Garden Route – Part 1
We change the pace slightly for this micro-adventure episode of Trail Daze, as we add some weight, thicken the wheels and put away the knee pads for our stint along the beach… Discussing this mission over a few beers – mostly what equipment we didn’t have and still need to get – the plan manifested […]
Pure Savage Race Report: Amarider 100Miler
It was a crisp morning in Malmesbury as we prepared for the 100 miles of dirt road ahead. There was the chatter of teeth as we shivered while we made sure our bikes and Garmin’s were ready to go! #strava!!! Aaron and Waldo lined up for Team Pure Savage and were looking forward to a […]
Western Province Downhill Round 3 – Jonkershoek
Round 3 of the 2017 Western Province Downhill series took place the past weekend at Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch. After a 2 month long break without racing, downhill riders from all over Cape Town geared up and headed for Stellenbosch to take on the ever popular Jonkershoek track. It would be the same track as used in […]
First Ride Review: Wahoo Elemnt Bolt
The Wahoo Elemnt Bolt packs the long list of features found in the Wahoo Elemnt into a smaller, aerodynamic package at a more attainable price point. We only had use of the Elemnt for a week, so here is what I could gain from my short time with the device. At launch, Wahoo punted the […]
Trail Daze | Delvera – The Original Trail Park
Thunder and lightning, with the occasional break in clouds and ultimately buckets of rain was the order of the day as we visited the original South African mountain bike trail park, the Dirtopia HQ at Delvera. Established way back in 2004 already, the Dirtopia Trail Centre has undergone plenty of upgrades over the years, and […]
Ride Report: Subaru Cape Town WC MTB XCO Series #4 Rhebokskloof
The fourth and final leg of the Subaru Cape Town Western Cape XCO Series took place on Freedom Day at the spectacular Rhebokskloof Wine Farm. It is a venue that the series visited earlier in the year, pairing with the first round of the SA XCO Cup Series. You can read our race report from […]
Ride report: Old Mutual joBerg2c Champagne stage
The final stage of the Old Mutual joBerg2c was the Old Mutual Wealth Champagne Stage from Jolivet to the coast at Scottsburgh. Fancy dress kept the mood light on the final stage. Photo credit: Em Gatland What a way to end off nine days of traversing the country by bike. The neutral stage meant a […]
Ride report: Old Mutual joBerg2c Day 8
Day 8 of the Old Mutual joBerg2c was probably my favourite route thus far. The drop off the escarpment from the Free State to KZN on Day 4 being the other contender for the pick of the days. Riders head into the sunrise. Photo credit: Em Gatland We left the Mackenzie Club in a flurry […]
Ride report: Old Mutual Joberg2C Day 7
Day 7 of the Old Mutual joBerg2c saw us leave Glencairn Farm at 8 am this morning, after the absolute luxury of a “sleep-in”. Getting out of bed at 6 am seemed positively relaxed. The pace was fierce from the start as riders vied for a good spot on the much hyped single track. Photo […]