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Absa Cape Epic Pride Riders commit to mentoring young mountain bikers
This weekend, several Absa Pride Riders who took part in the 2016 Absa Cape Epic committed their support to young Diepsloot Mountain Bike Academy (DMA) members. As part of Absa’s ongoing support for the DMA, the Absa Pride Riders donated much needed cycling gear and committed to taking the young riders under their wing through […]
Expedition Africa 2016 visits the Garden Route
Along the magnificent Garden route of the Western Cape lies a land where mystical elephants reign. A place where heritage and nature meets, creating a phenomenal atmosphere that is both empowering as it is indulging. This wondrous land is home to not only beautiful Outeniqua Trail; but also to the stunning Knysna Loerie, regal Knysna […]
Du Plessis, Steyn continue DualX dominance
The sporting world often produces names that become synonymous with a discipline like Schumacher of F1, Babe Ruth in Baseball, Gary Player in golf and the fledgling sport of off-road duathlons seems set on the same track. Recent years have seen unprecedented dominance by two athletes in the Momentum Health OatWell DualX powered by PeptoPro […]
Junior Selection Race in KZN in May for European Tour
Cycling South Africa will be hosting a Junior Selection Race in conjunction with the 2016 UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, on 7-8 May. With the road closures and route infrastructure in place for the opening round of the Para-cycling World Cup season, the event organisers will be taking the opportunity to host […]
Johann Potgieter wins WC Downhill round three
The evergreen Johann ‘Pottie’ Potgieter won the third event in the 2016 Western Province Downhill series held at Cascade Country Manor in Paarl, on Sunday 10 April, in a time of 02:03.643. The three-time South African National Downhill Mountain Bike Champion edged out Theo Erlangsen (02:09.785) and Adi Van Der Merwe (02:12.118). With the likes […]
Review: Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 750 MSL
First announced in late 2013, the Thunderbolt was billed as being equally at home on long, technical climbs as it is on flowy singletrack descents, having you powering through the rough stuff and popping off every trail feature you lay your eyes on. This was quite a bold claim for a bike with 120mm travel […]
Old Mutual joBerg2c unites nations
The flags of many nations are colourfully dotted around the race villages along the route of the Old Mutual joBerg2c mountain bike race, reflecting the growing international appeal of the nine-day stage race. Last year a total of 31 countries were represented. Brazilian riders, Norwegian adventurers, Americans, Germans, Australians and New Zealanders are increasingly attracted […]
Mavic Crossmax wheels get wider choices and Boost compatibility
With the same will to provide the best combination of performance and reliability, Mavic is introducing two new XC MTB wheel-tyre systems: Crossmax Pro and Crossmax Elite. These completely new products will be available in 27.5” and 29” at shops beginning mid- April 2016. Both wheel-tyre systems integrate Boost compatibility for perfect fork-frame integration and […]
Lill and Woolcock reflect on 2016 Absa Cape Epic and future racing
Darren Lill and Waylon Woolcock put in a huge effort to win the African Jersey at the 2016 Absa Cape Epic. In these videos they reflect on their race, the hard work and the experience it takes to be the first African team home after 8 days of fierce racing. The duo also reveal that […]
Rocky Mountain announces Pipeline plus-sized trail bike
The confidence of plus-sized tires in raw, technical terrain is now available in an aggressive trail chassis. The new Pipeline plows through greasy roots and square-edged chunder with authority, while providing near limitless traction on rocky, slippery climbs. “Early on in testing I realized I could take the ‘stupid lines’ on our local North Shore […]
Olympic International dealer Q&A series: Solomons Cycles
Olympic International cycling shoes have always been popular with cyclist seeking quality product at a good price. The new Olympic cycling shoes take a step up with technical and functional features like lightweight, waterproof fabrics and high grip soles. They designed for riders who are likely to spend a lot of time on the bike. […]
Win Fox’s all new ASCENT PRO cross-country bib and jersey
Fox’s ASCENT XC Race Collection has dirt in it’s DNA. Specifically designed for cross-country MTB riding, the ASCENT collection features trail specific functionality and durability for every level of XC rider. About The top of the line Fox ASCENT PRO bib and jersey is designed with the serious cross-country athlete in mind. It is equipped […]