[Where can I donate used medals in Cape Town?]

Title says it all 😉

 

 

[Anyone have the GPX files for Papkuilsfontein in Nieuwoudtville?]

Hi Hubbers

Anyone done the MTB routes on Papkuilsfontein in Nieuwoudtville. 

Specifically looking for GPX files please
 

[Another first bike question - how do we feel about Silverback?]

18 minutes ago, Barry said:

Them would be Cycle Lab?

Even before Cyclelab took over support. But also since then.

[Another first bike question - how do we feel about Silverback?]

I bought a Silverback Stratos AL3 at the beginning of 2021. Love the bike. Silverback support in SA is really very good. I've had a few issues that were quickly resolved by them without it costing me a cent, even when it possibly should have. 

[Shoe repair]

If you're in Cape Town, I can recommend Durasole based in Wynberg.  http://www.durasole.co.za/

Cost just over R400 to patch up both shoes as per pics. Probably not the cheapest but their work is excellent in my experience.

They were widely recommended by fellow hubbers. Before and after pics below. 

 

 

[Cycling Shoe Repair]

Thanks

2 hours ago, Wayne pudding Mol said:

I'd find an informal trader on the side of the road - generally they have the most experience and will patch that with a small piece of leather

cheaper than new shoes but not as nice

 

3 hours ago, Thomo said:

You could try Rocksole before committing to a new pair.

And if they can't help, then you're in walking distance from Revolution Cycles who were good enough for the President. ????

https://www.rocksole.co.za/contact-us/

Thanks, will try both of the suggestions

[Cycling Shoe Repair]

Hi Hubbers

Anyone have any suggestions on how or where to fix the torn mesh on my shoes? 

Or is time for a new pair?

[Replacement Pawls & Spring for Shimano HG Freehub Required]

Resolution update:

Silverback SA are the bomb!!

I sent them a mail asking for advice, received a call from Robert within 10 minutes. Had a quick conversation. 

Replacement Freehub arrived from them in the post the next day, free of charge.

Truly exceptional service!

[Replacement Pawls & Spring for Shimano HG Freehub Required]

8 minutes ago, Butterbean said:

Contact Silverback, they're now in stellenbosch. They will either be able to assist with what exact spares you need, or could even possible assist with some spares in a box or whatever... They're really helpful. 

Thanks, that's a good idea. I'll do that.

[Replacement Pawls & Spring for Shimano HG Freehub Required]

21 minutes ago, Alouette3 said:

Check for branding on the actual hub and not the freebody

No branding on the hubs either ????. The bike is a Silverback Stratos AL3 and the hubs are listed as 'Sealed Bearing Hubs' on their website. 

Looking at pics online it looks a lot like the DT Swiss hub & freebody

[Replacement Pawls & Spring for Shimano HG Freehub Required]

15 hours ago, HenryS said:

What brand is the hub? Just remember that the pawls are specific to the brand of hub and not to the driver body type.

Thanks for the info, I was not aware of that. I've had a look and cannot see any text or serial numbers anywhere on the freehub body.

 

[Replacement Pawls & Spring for Shimano HG Freehub Required]

Hi. Does anyone know where I can buy a set of replacement pawls and spring for a Shimano HG Freehub Body? 

Ideally locally in Cape Town. 

Through a combination of stupidity on my part and bad luck (don't ask) I have lost one of the pawls and I really don't want to replace the whole freehub because of one pawl. 

I've attached a few pics for reference

[Crossing through Tygerberg reserve from Plattekloof to Bloemendal ?]

I'm going to follow this topic if you don't mind. I live in Parklands and am also reluctant to cycle down Sandown/Malibongwe anymore to get to the trails. 

[Water Bottle found at Bloemendal]

Flip this makes me remember the Camelbak chill bottle I lost a few ago on the 2nd ride after I bought it on that Takealot special in Paradyskloof.

Same thing happened to me as well as few years ago. Lost an insulated water bottle a couple of rides in. I haven't lost a single cheap non-insulated water bottle though. Typical. 

[Water Bottle found at Bloemendal]

Water bottle found at Bloemendal  30th March 2021. PM me with a description and I will arrange to get it back to you. 

[[Event] Medihelp Stellenbosch Cycle Tour]

Let's hope the new berg River bridge can handle the traffic coming in.

Nope. It can't.

[Outriders Group taken out by bakkie on Melkbos Link]

The following is a message from one of the guys most affected (body and bike) by this incident:

 

Good morning all. I have asked various of advise regarding the incident that happened Saterday morning, We have filed a case at the SAPS and provided as much as possible details to them but in order to ensure this case is followed throughout I was advised to also report this to PPA CEO. They can get their lawyers involved to ensure this is done so, but we would need to provide as much as possible info/statement as possble!

 

So... I would kindly ask any witnesses who saw what happened that morning, who is willing to do an affidavit statement at the SAPS and to reference my case number (see below). Also please ask them for a copy of the affidavit and I will collect from each to send this to PPA for assistance. I will really appreciate all witnesses help and cooperation to get this irresponsible people off the roads to make cycling safer for everyone. Thanks

 

Message from SAPS. Case registered on 2018-12-09 at TABLE VIEW ref nr CAS 176/12/2018. Station contact detail: 021-5213300. Do NOT reply to this SMS.

[Outriders Group taken out by bakkie on Melkbos Link]

Please be safe out there guys and gals. Our Saturday morning club ride ended abruptly on a sour note this morning when a bakkie drifted into the yellow lane and took out our group and about 5 of us hit the tar.

This was on the stretch of road that connects the N7 to Melkbosstrand. A couple of the guys in the group ended up with severe road rash, torn clothing and broken bikes but thankfully so far no-one has reported any broken bones, but that could change as they are still getting checked out by their doctors. The bakkie that drifted into us didn't even bother to stop and only returned about 10 minutes later because other vehicles chased him down.

When he did arrive he was aggressive and seemed to be slurring his words. This is pure conjecture but I suspect there was alcohol involved. The worst part is that the driver seems to be a fellow cyclist because he was wearing a Tankwa Trek top and looked the part. We have reported it to the police, hopefully they follow up. Surely this is a clear violation of the new 1 meter law? Any way, just very glad that we all made it home alive and most of us relatively unscathed.

[Can middle age guys jump?]

Pic of me clearing the gap jump on Lombard's Terra at Bloemendal. I was 43 at the time. I did it twice on that day and haven't had the marbles to do it again in the last two years. But I will. Start with small jumps and do them many times to build confidence and technique. Then move onto a bigger jump. Repeat.

 

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[Bottelary Hills MTB Trails]

As soon as you get the email you can go and collect

Thanks. But normally how long does that take? From payment to email?

[Bottelary Hills MTB Trails]

Hi All. How quickly are the annual permits available after you buy them? Can I buy one online now and collect it immediately from my preferred bike shop?

[Discovery Health - Vitality & Team Vitality plus everything else you need to know]

Anyone else having issues in the last day or so with activities not syncing? Garmin connect did not sync yesterday, same for Suunto (I tried loading from Garmin to Movescount to Disco)

Yes. All sorts of issues for the last few days. Activities not synching, unable to login to the app, constantly being asked for my password after logging in. Today I can access everything on the app except for the Vitality Active Rewards page. So I cant even check my synch status.

[[Event] Coronation Double Century 2017]

 

 

 

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[[Event] Stellenbosch Mountain Bike Challenge]

I'm really keen on doing the 42Km but what annoys me is that you only start at 9:40!

That means that you only finish around 2PM.

I might have to do the less challenging 50 Km which starts at 8:10 instead just so that I can get back to family at a reasonable hour.

Has anyone done the 50 KM before? I assume its mostly jeep track and gravel roads, not so much fun single-track?

 

The 60 Km is beyond my current fitness level but even that only starts at 9.

[Tru-Cape mtb]

The wind was hectic! I must admit I was very happy when I realised that they reversed the route from last year which meant most of the climbing was in the first half.

 

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