Vegan Warrior

They posted this on their FB event page: "Note that the 100Miler event will take place in 2021 again..." Was also really looking forward to it again this year, so lets hope that it really does make a comeback unlike the XCO World Cup we were promised would also be back. Agree with Jewbacca, give Swartberg 100 a go it's a real bucket list event.

Really sucks! Gutted baboon is (hopefully not "was") one of my favorite trails. Honestly don't think people understand how much hard work goes into trail building. Hopefully things get resolved and lessons are learned.

Hopefully this will spark others into posting theirs.

Sunglasses are still covered in sealant but really enjoyed the event! Favourite part of the route has to be the first mx style descent. And wow what a privilege it was to be able to ride through the Khwa ttu center.

Big fan of Emily Batty. Looks like she's recently changed her dietary approach to LCHF. She posted a "what I eat in day" video on her YouTube channel earlier this month (will try link it below). Definitely an asset to have on team keto! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTopJ5vqjmk

Majority of strava app users don't pay for the premium version, so I guess they have had to implement strategies to boost revenue. Pretty sure they getting big $ from the likes of Zwift and Sufferfest etc for the paid promotion. Should probably give premium users the option of not seeing any advertisements if they wish not to. However you can block whatever you want via a chrome extension called stravini. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stravini/ilogdlddgndehmpabkafohhfapaopgkd?hl=en

Check this out... https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/159261-ruby-vs-esi-grips-vs-luvhandles/?hl=esi

Everything dirtypot said! Hell of a lot cheaper than ESI and you get to choose what colour bar end plugs you want. Put a pair on almost 6 months ago now after reading rave reviews here on thehub and they look like I put them on yesterday despite many hours and more crashes than I care to confess . If they ever do wear out I will get another pair of exactly the same grips.

Different strokes for different folks.

Hidden gem and personal favourite climb on the Tygerberg trail network is at Conties, the Black Rhino climb all the way up to the mast. Strava segment has it at 291m elevation gain at an average of 13% gradient. It goes along the fence between Conties and Kliprug. You don't have to go all the way up you can turn left and drop down into happy hops, cheeky corners, dh main line, revised dh line, supertubes or carry on up the concrete strip all the way to the top. Lots of options and pretty technical mainly because it's so steep and you go so slow that keeping your line is challenging on the rocky bits.

Flip, time flies! The trail signs are complete just need to get out there and put them up. That being said the trail is riding really awesome at the moment and is loads of fun. The off camber section through the forest is a nice challenge and has a hundred and one rocks waiting to bite your pedals. Body position and weight distribution are key to unlocking this trail. Full loop is 10-15 minutes including the jeep track climb back to the start. Remember the trail is free, inspect before you ride (especially the rock garden) and have fun!

Noted! Just had a chuckle thinking back to Yzerfontein where the Savages tricked you into riding your gravel rig. Think I remember somebody saying that the 2nd climb/pass of the day was extremely rocky, and the area is notorious for it's corrugated roads.

Hi LWB, Ikons come in at 150g lighter per tyre and provide bucket loads more grip. A few more pro's would be that they are more readily available than the Crossmark, have the updated EXO casing, available in 2.35 width and come in skinwall option if you are into that look. Personally run a Aspen 2.25 at the back and Ikon 2.35 on the front and for me that's more than enough.

It is weird right! Quick google search didn't return anything promising locally. Had the same problem a few months back and managed to get a pair from CWC. It wasn't listed on their website but they had a pair in somewhere in the shop. New hoods felt mint.

Yip agree with Droo. Just remember when it comes to grease, more is not always better. And keep your grubby paws off of the rotors. Good luck .