{"id":13372,"date":"2022-05-27T07:48:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T05:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2022\/05\/27\/drop-in-at-the-bike-park-at-constantia-uitsig-r8429\/"},"modified":"2023-08-15T11:31:23","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T09:31:23","slug":"drop-in-at-the-bike-park-at-constantia-uitsig-r8429","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/drop-in-at-the-bike-park-at-constantia-uitsig-r8429\/","title":{"rendered":"Drop in at The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n\tThe Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig, in Cape Town, has grown organically since 2015 and today, it boasts 2.8 kilometres of pump tracks, dirt jumps, drop-offs and rock gardens, with a bike shop, bike workshop and coffee on the go.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tChris Nixon, the founder of the Bike Park and renown DH, MTB, BMX &#8211; racer, rider, coach and official, shares his passion with his family. His daughters Ila and Jessi, and his son in-law Darryn, are integrally involved in the business.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\u201cIt\u2019s been a remarkable 7 years,\u201d Nixon stated. \u201cThe Bike Park has grown from a dream into reality, becoming a complete part of my family\u2019s lives and also a part of the Cape Town riding community. We have inspired so many kids, from those on their first balance bikes to those participating in national cycling races. But more importantly, we\u2019ve shared our passion for cycling with thousands of people.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tThe Bike Park is unique in the Western Cape, as it was designed as an MTB skills park, aimed at up-skilling riders of all ages and skill levels. The graded track and obstacles offer the best ways to learn safely and to master a challenging skill; riding drop-offs, clearing gaps or mastering rocky terrain. The Bike Park allows you to get into a rhythm, ride short laps and repeat challenging features, to build confidence and skill. Daily or annual permits are available.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_imagecontainer\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-22.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700442\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"8093msz9e\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1452666711_TheBikePark-22.eb395e560bdf52deb382c08adeaa6153-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article_imagecontainer\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-10.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700426\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"t1riw0ljn\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/728085859_TheBikePark-10.ac54bc8702a18f5cb9621e20c5a5ba78-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-08.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700424\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"tenl4sbov\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/129931500_TheBikePark-08.f09addd4227fcb5ff0aa691063cdded0-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-11.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700427\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"dowkqh2ox\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/471052040_TheBikePark-11.b8c6a13f0a8969acfdb17b538beaa63e-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-09.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700425\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"s5h82aov5\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2034599800_TheBikePark-09.ebb43ac69c505ab652799535f3ce9d32-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n\t<br \/>\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>The Shop<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\tThe <a href=\"https:\/\/bikeparkatuitsig.co.za\/shop\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">bike shop<\/a> offers bikes, parts, protective gear and clothing. It supports top South African brands, such as:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n\t\t<strong>Leatt<\/strong>: a major MTB clothing and protection brand\n\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t<strong>CSixx<\/strong>: a Cape Town-based company designing and manufacturing carbon MTB components\n\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t<strong>PYGA mountain bikes<\/strong>: handcrafted frames manufactured locally in Pietermaritzburg\n\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-04.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700420\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"sul1pgf79\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1029553714_TheBikePark-04.8892d04ab4d9c4828d061230a1c97d98-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-05.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700421\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"ug1kdeerj\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/253540431_TheBikePark-05.034aad12d9fb15c3bf12e25a6bcfe895-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-06.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700422\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"86d4jm77d\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/2075460592_TheBikePark-06.61f7c774895d74ba489e68f17dfaa409-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-07.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700423\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"xeac5x66o\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/173523758_TheBikePark-07.95372bce7d3f7ad12e4cedaffb94940f-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n\t\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>Welcoming Giant and Liv<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\t\u201cGiant and Liv are new additions to the store,\u201d Ila Stow pointed out. \u201cThey\u2019re a fantastic world-class brand across all cycling disciplines and offer riders exceptional value for their money. We will be hosting the next Giant and Liv E-bike test days, in early June. Final dates will be announced on The Bike Park\u2019s social media handles closer to the time. Interested riders are encouraged to book a test ride by dropping us a mail to <a href=\"mailto:bikeparkuitsig@gmail.com\" rel=\"\">bikeparkuitsig@gmail.com<\/a>.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_imagecontainer\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-03.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700419\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"aka912mu9\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/586960352_TheBikePark-03.b2134a6e97e2be7ce7f55fe6e775ca53-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<p>\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>The Workshop<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\tThe <a href=\"https:\/\/bikeparkatuitsig.co.za\/bicycle-maintenance\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bike Park workshop<\/a> has three highly experienced mechanics, overseen by Nixon. \u201cWe aim to ensure that every customer receives a personalised service. Whether gears need a quick tuning or if it\u2019s time for a major service for all types of bikes. We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction,\u201d Nixon said.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_imagecontainer\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-01.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700417\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"8hnq1jr90\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1202834623_TheBikePark-01.4cde55f8b7082e0790779eb93b70e717-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<p>\n\t<br \/>\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>Kids&#8217; Parties<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\tA popular favourite is the kids\u2019 parties &#8211; loved by young riders and their parents. \u201cThe parties are often the way people discover The Bike Park,\u201d Stow added. \u201cThey\u2019re great fun. The kids have an absolute blast.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tBookings for the parties can be done via email at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:bikeparkuitsig@gmail.com\" rel=\"\">bikeparkuitsig@gmail.com<\/a>. The 2-hour party slots are booked in advance at R350 for the venue hire and R100 per rider. We also offer bikes to hire.<br \/>\n\t\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\t<span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><strong>Skills Coaching<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\tDarryn Stow and Jessi Nixon both offer <a href=\"https:\/\/bikeparkatuitsig.co.za\/skills-coaching\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">skills coaching<\/a>. Both are highly skilled riders in their own rights but it is the patience and ability to explain what they do intuitively on the bike which sets them apart as coaches.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tThe park is the perfect place to up-skill your riding, regardless of your current skill level. Everyone from beginners, taking on singletrack for the first time to experienced riders looking to master a particular skill will find features in The Bike Park which will expand their competencies.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tAll ages are also welcome, from the youngest balance bikers to the senior members of Cape Town\u2019s riding community. Riders can use the venue as a base to start their rides, or have a skills session and then venture out onto the trails, once they have mastered features in the park.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\tThe Bike Park is conveniently located for longer rides into the Constantia Greenbelt or Tokai.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-19.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700446\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"jqrp5yi9c\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1156470089_TheBikePark-19.89a99ad26cb42e0f887be70e8eae4608-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-17.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700438\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"kgvhqtchq\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/866915170_TheBikePark-17.0ec693b142e3adce538a55d013aff697-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article_imagecontainer\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Bike Park-23.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1700443\" data-ratio=\"62.50\" data-unique=\"x1ofc95ys\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/372357992_TheBikePark-23.7b8669a12280db093698fc256ede52b3-1.jpg\" title=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<p>\n\t<br \/>\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>Meeting point, coffee, secure parking and restaurants<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n\tAdding to The Bike Park\u2019s allure (as a location to meet friends before a ride) is the park\u2019s coffee shop, secure parking and proximity to the Constantia Uitsig farm\u2019s other restaurants. \u201cYou can start your day with a pre-ride coffee at The Bike Park, head out into Tokai and then return to Constantia Uitsig for lunch at one of the many restaurants or enjoy an ice cream at the ice cream shop,\u201d Stow smiled. \u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"bg-slate-100 p-5\">\n\t<span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-size:18px;\"><strong>More info<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\tFor more information on The Bike Park visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeparkatuitsig.co.za\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.bikeparkatuitsig.co.za<\/a> or drop in at <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/JeYK5FLvLqikMZwf9\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Constantia Uitsig, Spaanschemat River Road, Constantia, Cape Town<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\t<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong><br \/>\n\tWeekdays: 9am &#8211; 5:30pm<br \/>\n\tSaturday and Sunday: 9am &#8211; 5pm<\/p>\n<p>\t<strong>Follow our social media handles:<\/strong><br \/>\n\t<strong>Instagram:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bikepark_uitsig\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">bikepark_uitsig<\/a><br \/>\n\t<strong>Facebook:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bikeparkuitsig\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig, in Cape Town, has grown organically since 2015 and today, it boasts 2.8 kilometres of pump tracks, dirt jumps, drop-offs and rock gardens, with a bike shop, bike workshop and coffee on the go. 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