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Coffee our drug of choice

By Press Office · 38 comments

Coffee and cycling have been in a partnership since the 1960’s. Way back when a Belgian “cannibal” rode for an Italian pro-team, sponsored by a Milanese coffee machine company.

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Apres Velo have recently launched their “caffeine laden” range of t-shirts.

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Ever since I became a passionate recreational cyclist and lover of the two wheeled chariot in all its many forms, I have noticed the growing affinity between cyclist and caffeine. The Café Culture amongst cyclists has certainly reigned supreme and continues to grow. The one question invariably asked during the ride is “so where we going for coffee afterwards” So what is this love affair between cyclist and the post ride Café meet all about? Is it the pursuit of the cyclists “drug of choice”, the comradeship of mates who embrace the same passion sharing their bike stories post ride, or a combination of both? My answer is simple – It really is all about LIVING THE RIDE – the freedom, the friendships, the stories that like minded souls share over a hot cuppa post ride. This is what APRES VELO is all about and my very inspiration for designing a range of TEES that tell this story and show the passion. Welcome TEAM CAFFEINE – GET YOUR FIX both on and off the bike and wear your heart on your TEE!
The Big Cog at Apres Velo

Globalex is the South African importer of Après Velo based out of Hout Bay, the epi-centre of cycling on the Western Cape #houtbaycycling. It’s not just another importer jumping on the cycling market growth curve; it’s an established family-owned business based on a passion for riding bicycles, enjoying the South African outdoors and, well, improving the image of South African bicycle riders, both on and off the bike…

Globalex has an online store at www.bicyclegear.co.za and you can find Globalex stands at selected cycle expos, including the upcoming Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge Expo at Ticket Pro Dome from 17–19 November 2016. The Après Velo Caffeine Range is currently on sale, as are other non-caffeinated ranges.

The Après Velo 100% cotton t-shirts are enzyme washed for a super-soft feel, while a high-quality discharge print has been used. Sizes range from Small to Extra Large for both men and women. Pricing per short-sleeved t-shirt ranges from R450–R550.

Head to www.bicyclegear.co.za and check out the range.

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Comments

DJR

Nov 14, 2016, 5:23 AM

Hi, my name is DJR, and I'm addicted to good coffee...... :thumbup:  :)

NotSoBigBen

Nov 14, 2016, 5:27 AM

And then my Doc tells me last week no more caffeine for a while ..... was tempted to find another Doc!

Sarge

Nov 14, 2016, 5:38 AM

Hi,

As I sit down at work with a cup of Ricoffy, I dream of a good cappuccino.

Have a great week guys

Sarge

Allrounder

Nov 14, 2016, 5:41 AM

Hi, my name is DJR, and I'm addicted to good coffee...... :thumbup:  :)

And GOOD beer..... non of this castle cr@p that everybody seems to be drinking these days. 

Fisan

Nov 14, 2016, 5:48 AM

As I sit down at work with a cup of Ricoffy, I dream of a good cappuccino.

 

My deepest condolences Sarge, no one should ever endure such suffering.  :ph34r:

Breezer

Nov 14, 2016, 5:49 AM

I am so addicted, I get a fix on Ricoffy.

V12man

Nov 14, 2016, 6:07 AM

Coffee is NOT a DRUG - it is a VEGETABLE......!!!

Cois

Nov 14, 2016, 6:17 AM

I have a problem...  Leave my Aeropress at the office and buy a good cup of coffee at Onderstepoort,...  What to do, what to do...

V12man

Nov 14, 2016, 6:31 AM

I have a problem...  Leave my Aeropress at the office and buy a good cup of coffee at Onderstepoort,...  What to do, what to do...

Drink tea...

CASSIE1975

Nov 14, 2016, 7:13 AM

Those shirts are amazing and would LOVE a few for me and the missus, but @ R450 + per shirt...eina, can get a lot of coffee beans for them prices.

Cois

Nov 14, 2016, 8:05 AM

Drink tea...

Just walked in here. My nose was attacked by the smell of poo and urine mixed with some other thing I don't want to know...

So glad I did not bring coffee with.

 

But the Prof I am at gave me a cup of Starbucks coffee. So I am sorted

 

 

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Cois

Nov 14, 2016, 8:10 AM

Those shirts are amazing and would LOVE a few for me and the missus, but @ R450 + per shirt...eina, can get a lot of coffee beans for them prices.

Have to agree, but take it that we are getting a R/€ or R/$ problem here.

 

 

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Allrounder

Nov 14, 2016, 8:42 AM

Coffee is NOT a DRUG - it is a VEGETABLE......!!!

The same as chocolate. 

lechatnoir

Nov 14, 2016, 11:24 AM

Life's too short for bad coffee...

Bicyclegear

Nov 14, 2016, 12:45 PM

Those shirts are amazing and would LOVE a few for me and the missus, but @ R450 + per shirt...eina, can get a lot of coffee beans for them prices.

Come down to the 947. We might be able to twist your arm...

Harryn

Nov 14, 2016, 1:49 PM

Hi,

As I sit down at work with a cup of Ricoffy, I dream of a good cappuccino.

Have a great week guys

Sarge

Serving Ricoffy at the office is an unfair Labour practice

coppi

Nov 14, 2016, 1:53 PM

 

Coffee and cycling have been in a partnership since the 1960's. Way back when a Belgian "cannibal" rode for an Italian pro-team, sponsored by a Milanese coffee machine company.

Click here to view the article

 

Coppi and Bartali where downing espresso's ( epo ) as early as the 1940's

Eugene Oppelt

Nov 14, 2016, 1:55 PM

I'll rather spend my moola on good coffee...

EmptyB

Nov 14, 2016, 1:58 PM

And then my Doc tells me last week no more caffeine for a while ..... was tempted to find another Doc!

I would definitely sack the Doc!!

Oxter

Nov 14, 2016, 2:33 PM

does that T-Shirt make its own coffee at that price.  Maybe im just a cheapou

Bicyclegear

Nov 14, 2016, 2:50 PM

does that T-Shirt make its own coffee at that price.  Maybe im just a cheapou

Good barristers cost way more!

Clinton H

Nov 14, 2016, 4:13 PM

How about a hub special and I'll tell my wife it cost half of the special price ? R550 a T Shirt won't fly in my house .......

Warthog

Nov 14, 2016, 4:16 PM

Serving Ricoffy at the office is an unfair Labour practice

I agree. To the extent that I drink tea at work. 

Warthog

Nov 14, 2016, 4:27 PM

Come down to the 947. We might be able to twist your arm...

I'm so glad I'm missing the 947...

 

You've twisted my arm enough on 3 previous 947's and couple of Argus'...

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