{"id":13933,"date":"2021-11-05T15:06:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-05T15:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2021\/11\/05\/ready-for-your-next-cycling-adventure-r8347\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T18:58:45","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T18:58:45","slug":"ready-for-your-next-cycling-adventure-r8347","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/ready-for-your-next-cycling-adventure-r8347\/","title":{"rendered":"Ready for your next cycling adventure?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Thule\u2019s latest gear will help get you over the finish line<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full aspect-video\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n<div>\n\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"113\" id=\"ips_uid_2774_8\"  width=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e3wk4ovxb_8?feature=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\">Since the the Covid 19 lockdown started in March 2020, the latter part of 2021 has seen the resurgence of cycle races including the Cape Epic, Cape Town Cycle Tour, that saw 18 000 keen cyclists take to the road, as well as the upcoming Wines2Whales.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\">There really is\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\">no better feeling than getting back in the saddle and hitting the wide open road (or mountain, or trail) for essential time out, fresh air and of course some healthy competition.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Jamie Owen, marketing manager for\u00a0<\/span><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/thulestore.co.za\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGTPLeGFuqLhwlITLvtNMCitih9Tg\" href=\"https:\/\/thulestore.co.za\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Thule SA<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0explains, \u201cThule has introduced a few key cycling essentials to help with every aspect of your race. Here are our team\u2019s top picks to ensure you have a great ride.\u201d<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">A<span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0bike carrier is an essential<span style=\"color:#0f0f0f\">\u00a0but buying a bike rack can be expensive so it\u2019s really important to understand the various options that are available.\u00a0 Most cyclists are looking for a bike carrier that will be the easiest and most convenient to use, while also keeping their bikes safe, secure and ready to ride when unloading at the destination.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: small; text-align: center;\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Small-Thule_OutWay_Hanging_2_LS.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692644\" data-ratio=\"133.33\" data-unique=\"n8gqfep94\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Small-Thule_OutWay_Hanging_2_LS.f7c4033798db3b2ee7296f734ded68c3.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">As a world-leader in bike racks for cars, Thule knows what is important: high-quality, stylish bike racks for professional racers as well as weekend warriors. All Thule\u2019s products are thoroughly tested to ensure that your bikes are safe and secure during transportation.<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Roof mounted carriers come in a few different options, all of which need to be mounted to a set of roof racks. The most popular selling roof mounted carrier is the Thule ProRide 598 which secures the bikes wheels to the carrier and the arm secures to the bicycles frame to ensure that it stays upright and safe during transportation. You also get the latest Thule\u00a0<\/span><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/roof-bike-racks\/thule-topride-_-568001&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHrD1ZBVfefuBheUC4MgKIfckcNZQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/roof-bike-racks\/thule-topride-_-568001\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\">TopRide<\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0which is a fork mounted option that secures to the bikes quick-release or thru-axel. This carrier has a\u00a0<span style=\"color:#0f0f0f\">premium design which allows for quick and easy loading\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: rgb(18, 18, 18);\">for almost any road bike, gravel bike or mountain bike.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Small-Thule_TopRide_LS_568005 (1).jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692645\" data-ratio=\"75.00\" data-unique=\"neqfewj4e\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1955437720_Small-Thule_TopRide_LS_5680051.817444dd3e32e3493ca5b60c781052dd.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Small-Thule_TopRide_LS_SoMe_568001-2.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692646\" data-ratio=\"66.67\" data-unique=\"7szqtxtfu\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Small-Thule_TopRide_LS_SoMe_568001-2.caba08097f5ef675444c591c35165daa.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">A rear door mounted carrier is perfect for vehicles without a towbar. These carriers allow you to load your bikes at a convenient height. These trunk bike racks are secure, easy to install and great for relaxing bike trips or serious races.<\/span>\u00a0 The\u00a0<a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/trunk-bike-racks\/thule-outway-hanging-2-_-994001&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGvzubgUorXqMwo0DMbM8talaB5Lg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/trunk-bike-racks\/thule-outway-hanging-2-_-994001\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\">Thule OutWay<\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b>is a\u00a0hanging trunk bike rack<span style=\"color:#121212\">\u00a0that ensures\u00a0quick and easy mounting to the car, thanks to simple user interface and the intuitive torque limiting tightening system. This carrier is available as a 2-bike or 3-bike hanging version as well as a 2-bike platform option.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">For more information the\u00a0<a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en\/za\/buyers-guide?dealerId%3DB7F8FCAA-BAA9-40C1-9FBC-C3673A074388&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHBDXHZAw25YoJeYcaB7Ge_L6_kzQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en\/za\/buyers-guide?dealerId=B7F8FCAA-BAA9-40C1-9FBC-C3673A074388\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:windowtext\">Thule buyers guide<\/span><\/a>\u00a0will help you find the perfect bike rack option to suit your needs and car.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Every cyclist needs a bag for all their gear and the new\u00a0<\/span><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/sport-travel-bags-and-cases\/bike-gear-bags\/thule-roundtrip-bike-duffel-_-3204352&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFwsRdzMPAjmsrdgFp-YEXrxo5rtA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/sport-travel-bags-and-cases\/bike-gear-bags\/thule-roundtrip-bike-duffel-_-3204352\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Thule\u00a0<\/span><\/a><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/thulestore.co.za\/thule-roundtrip-bike-duffel-55l-3221&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFOq0hKy0CKhxH3nMqcIK4WvdZbSA\" href=\"https:\/\/thulestore.co.za\/thule-roundtrip-bike-duffel-55l-3221\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\"><span lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"color:windowtext\">RoundTrip Bike Duffel 55L<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0is a purpose-built bag solution for all dedicated cyclists.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: rgb(18, 18, 18);\">Keep all your cycling gear available and organised in this bike gear bag<\/span>\u00a0<span lang=\"EN-US\">that\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: rgb(18, 18, 18);\">holds 3-5 days of road bike or mountain bike gear, with infinite organisation to house wearables and accessories from one race and ride to the next.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Large-Thule_RoundTripBikeDuffel_LS_Austria_190617_M8408.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692648\" data-ratio=\"66.67\" data-unique=\"erygu5882\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Large-Thule_RoundTripBikeDuffel_LS_Austria_190617_M8408.1058d0fbbb04532e439bdd51ee3d9f09.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Thule_RoundTrip_BikeDuffel_Dark Slate_FS_01_3204353.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692650\" data-ratio=\"66.67\" data-unique=\"wh4lhzgxw\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/11382624_Thule_RoundTrip_BikeDuffel_DarkSlate_FS_01_3204353.3d113ca725e8cc01e7a3ce33bd87f727.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: rgb(18, 18, 18);\">The<b>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/trunk-bike-rack-accessories\/thule-bike-protector-_-988000&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEy481K3tDsc8LNzVIwWH1X6nUSCQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/bike-rack\/trunk-bike-rack-accessories\/thule-bike-protector-_-988000\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\">Thule Bike Protector<\/a><b><span style=\"color:#121212\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span style=\"color:#121212\">is a must-have accessory that provides extra protection for bikes that are stacked close to each other.\u00a0 This\u00a0versatile accessory, available in black and grey,\u00a0can be used in multiple situations such as transportation, parking or storage.\u00a0 The rubber spacer separates possible contact points and prevents dents and scratches and bike to bike contact.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_body_aunit\" id=\"div-gpt-ad-1628069077697-0\" style=\"min-width: 300px; min-height: 250px;\">\n\t<script>\n    googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1628069077697-0'); });\n  <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Large-Thule_Bike_Protector_Hero_988000.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692755\" data-ratio=\"70.75\" data-unique=\"pd4zwik0a\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Large-Thule_Bike_Protector_Hero_988000.2f51c72d4a151246607bdb79e59f3cac.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Small-Thule_Bike_Protector_F1_988000.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692756\" data-ratio=\"70.75\" data-unique=\"puizcv4o4\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Small-Thule_Bike_Protector_F1_988000.156129865558dd4f4b48972329b9fddd.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:small; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">You\u2019ve spent a lot of your money on your bike, and it deserves a stellar travel case when you\u2019re on the go and travelling to your next race.\u00a0 After all, you don\u2019t want to arrive at your destination and your dream ride is damaged.<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:11pt; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Thule offers sleek and durable bike travel cases, in hard-shell and soft-shell options, that will go the distance and transport your bike safely, securely and without hassle. Hard on the outside, and smartly designed on the inside, Thule\u2019s cases are a must-have travel solution if you want the best protection for your bikes.<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:11pt; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">The all new\u00a0<\/span><a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/sport-travel-bags-and-cases\/bike-travel-cases\/thule-roundtrip-mtb-bike-case-_-3204662&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHGnCyPSZUyE9igrdm6gWjycg6XPA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thule.com\/en-za\/sport-travel-bags-and-cases\/bike-travel-cases\/thule-roundtrip-mtb-bike-case-_-3204662\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\">Thule RoundTrip MTB Bike Travel Case<\/a><span style=\"color:black\">\u00a0case fits almost all mountain bikes, fitting wheelbases up to 130mm and tyres up to 29 x 3.0&#8243;.\u00a0It also features a swivelling front wheel for effortless maneuvering and an intergated bike assemly stand. Brake rotar pockets are also located in the optimal packing position to protect rotars from bending whilst travelling.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:11pt; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"RoundTrip MTB Bike Case open.jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692758\" data-ratio=\"76.75\" data-unique=\"p10w6y3w3\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1709677124_RoundTripMTBBikeCaseopen.ea1a40050c4fbb81bb9af52c259c1f98.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:11pt; text-align:justify\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"RoundTrip MTB Bike Case .jpg\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" data-fileid=\"1692757\" data-ratio=\"72.58\" data-unique=\"1x3t813m5\" style=\"height: auto;\" width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/1157934112_RoundTripMTBBikeCase.4cace06ab0e219c8618bd17159316c7d.jpg\" >\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff; color:#222222; font-size:11pt; text-align:justify\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><span style=\"color: rgb(18, 18, 18);\">The last essential\u2026 your\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\">Covid vaccination or latest PCR test and you\u2019ll be ready, steady, go!<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"bg-slate-100 p-5\">\n\t<span style=\"font-size:16px;\">\u00a0<a data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.thulestore.co.za&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1636119402656000&amp;usg=AFQjCNH1AvPnqclvzSgMutDvkyJLVF4tcw\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thulestore.co.za\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" style=\"color:#1155cc\" target=\"_blank\">www.thulestore.co.za<\/a><\/span>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thule\u2019s latest gear will help get you over the finish line Since the the Covid 19 lockdown started in March 2020, the latter part of 2021 has seen the resurgence of cycle races including the Cape Epic, Cape Town Cycle Tour, that saw 18 000 keen cyclists take to the road, as well as the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":58139,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[33,102,103,104,101],"featured_location":[],"class_list":["post-13933","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-promotions","tag-thule","tag-thule-enroute","tag-thule-euroway","tag-thule-probike","tag-thule-towbar"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13933","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13933"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13933\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/58139"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13933"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13933"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13933"},{"taxonomy":"featured_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured_location?post=13933"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}