The Hub’s Forums – The way forward
Over the last week, particularly the last two days, I’ve been embarrassed to be behind a platform that has bred some of the commentary and behaviour we’ve seen. The issues of this week highlight broader issues which have been brewing for some time. We need change and fast. Through the course of today we will […]
Garmin acquires Stellenbosch based Backtracker bike radar
Garmin Ltd. announced yesterday that it has acquired the assets of iKubu (Pty) Ltd., a privately-held designer of computer vision and radar systems for the cycling market. Stellenbosch based iKubu was in the final stages of developing the Backtracker low-energy bike radar, a device that provides unparalleled situational awareness by giving the cyclist the speed […]
2014 Year on The Hub in Review
Each year around this time we pull together some of the numbers behind what went down on The Hub in 2014. Before you get stuck in just a quick thanks to all Hubbers for your part in our continued growth. From the casual browser to the regular contributors, mountain bikers to unicyclists, from the lycra […]
Introducing Bike Hub’s Stolen Bike Database
It’s an unfortunate reality that just about every day we see yet another stolen bike reported in our forums. In an effort to better track thefts, identify stolen bikes and the contact owners of recovered bikes we’ve put together a Stolen Bike database. It’s a more organised means of keeping track of reported stolen bikes […]
Lesotho Sky Diaries: Day 6 – Roma to Ramabanta
Friday was the final chapter of my 2014 Lesotho Sky adventure. Already it had been an incredible experience and unlike any stage race I’ve taken part in to date. The terrain was at times brutal and unforgiving, but the routes and settings so inspiring and rewarding. Having mostly taken part in “mainstream” multi-day events with […]
Lesotho Sky Diaries: Day 5 – Malealea to Roma
It’s the morning of day 5 the longest stage in the 2014 Lesotho Sky at 89 kilometers. Also a moving day we’re up a little earlier to pack and load bags for transit to the next camp in Roma. With my stomach doing a few somersaults and a pounding headache I’m a little apprehensive about […]
Video: Lesotho Sky Day 4 Highlights
Day 4 of the 2014 Lesotho Sky had riders tackling the “Malealea Monster”: a 55 km course starting and finishing at Malealea Lodge. Once again the route delivered smiles early as riders immediately entered undulating, but fast flowing single track. Rolling district roads led up to the first major climb to Ribaneng and the reward […]
Lesotho Sky Diaries: Day 4 – Malealea loop
Some slight rain overnight and overcast conditions on Day 4 had us donning a few additional layers on the start line. The stage started from the new camp at Malealea lodge where we’d been treated to some t-bone steaks which would rival any top end steak house. Photo: Cherie Vale / Lesotho Sky After a […]
Video: Lesotho Sky Day 3 Highlights
Day 3 of the 2014 Lesotho Sky had riders take on a 69 km course from Ramabanta to Malealea. After a fast and flowy start the technical descent into the Makhaleng River valley provided an early test of nerves and abilities. A riverside single track treated riders to some breathtaking views out of the valley […]
Lesotho Sky Diaries: Day 3 – Ramabanta to Malealea
Waking up on day 3 I could feel some aches setting in. Perhaps from yesterday’s tumble or maybe just tent life, but nothing a warm cup of coffee won’t cure. First though, it’s time to check on my bike. It had spent the night at the mechanics in an effort to de-skew my derailleur hanger. […]
Video: Lesotho Sky Day 2 Highlights
Day 2 of the 2014 Lesotho Sky took riders on the challenging 52 km loop from Ramabanta. While the shortest stage in this year’s event following the prologue, it was by no means the easiest. The abundant loose rocky climbs and equally tricky descents made for an unending test of riders’ strength and skill. Guido […]
Lesotho Sky Diaries: Day 2 – Ramabanta loop
Sounds of distant roosters and the welcomed smell of bacon wafting from the nearby kitchen was my day 2 wake up call. With some breakfast shoveled down, kit on and bikes checked we were ready to roll. Off the start line we had a short neutral zone leaving the Ramabanta Trade Post Lodge. Before long […]