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Tankwa Trek Report
Tankwa Trek: The Houdenbek Hustle
The third and final stage of the 2018 Momentum Health Tankwa Trek presented by Biogen again started in near perfect cool conditions. Despite spending the first hour plus on dirt roads, the sights and sunrises of the Tankwa Karoo provided ample entertainment. Due to a questionable decision by the organisers, today’s start took place with […]
Mashing the Merino Monster at Tankwa Trek
The wake-up call this morning came with unexpectedly chilly conditions and saw a lot of riders scurrying around looking for gilets and arm warmers. We duly wrapped up and after an eleventh-hour suspension tune and a desperate search for my contact lenses, we hustled into B batch with a few minutes to spare. The Karoo […]
Tankwa Trek: The Hill of a Thousand False Summits
The first day of a stage race always brings with it more than a few butterflies. Today was no different. Fortunately, we were greeted with moderate temperatures and a gentle breeze. Ideal conditions for riding. After a few days off the bike, we were frothing to get going. We were lucky enough to be seeded […]
Taking on the 2018 Tankwa Trek
Since our last big outing as a team at Cape Pioneer Trek, Kylie and I have been working very hard at recovery. Recovery and tapering. This has involved extensive eating, sleeping, and lots of “soul riding” featuring coffee, croissants, and whatever jovial crew can be mustered. Team Bike Hub “crushing” the Swartberg Pass in the […]