DT Ripper

If there is enough interest we will do it again in 2014 for sure.

Event Name: Tripping On The Wild Coast When: 11 May 2014 - 17 May 2014 Where: East London, Eastern Cape Category: MTB We invite you to step out of the familiar and comfortable and join us on a spectacular adventure on the UNIQUE WILD COAST . We will ride on unspoilt beaches, along rugged and dramatic cliff top paths, through quaint & authentic rural villages and in lush coastal forests. Adventurers are guaranteed go away with lasting impressions of amazing scenery, magnificent beaches and insight into the culture of the hospitable people who live there. This trip is suitable for all – besides being able to swim, no special skills or exceptional fitness required, just a passion for Life & The Great Outdoors! Go to Event Page

Event Name: Cape Build Up Road Tour When: 30 January 2014 - 4 February 2014 Where: Port Elizabeth, Western Cape Category: Road The aim of the tour is to provide a very comprehensive base training for the Cape Argus Cycle Tour in March. It has been found that up to 160 kms per day over 5 days at a medium to easy pace works best – then afterwards to move high intensity training and racing in order to peak for the Argus. For this reason, there is sufficient seating & cycle carrying capacity to portage sections of the route should the distances be too daunting. Mostly, the Build Up is about spending 5 days riding through some of the most scenic parts of the world with a group of like-minded people enjoying the freedom & exhilaration of cycling. Visit the website for more details Go to Event Page

Event Name: Epic Training Camp When: 8 January 2014 - 12 January 2014 Where: Western Cape, Western Cape Category: MTB 4 days of back to back riding on some of the actual route. As the only official training camp you will get a very good sense of where and what you will encounter in the race. It will give you a distinct advantage knowing exactly what to expect when.the January camp will be a bit harder than the Dec one. Our back-up team is always on hand to assist with food drinks, water and mechanical advice. At night we stay in comfortable accommodations and discuss strategies , equipment, nutrician etc over delicious dinners. Go to Event Page

Event Name: Epic Training Camp When: 12 December 2013 - 16 December 2013 Where: Western Cape, Western Cape Category: MTB You will ride 4 days of Epic style riding and as the only official traing camps we can experience some of the key sections of next years actual route.This will give you a great insight into what to expect on the actual event. Go to Event Page

Event Name: NOSTALGEPIC When: 23 January 2014 - 28 January 2014 Where: Knysna to Cape Town, Western Cape Category: MTB A nostalgic ride down memory lane, following the original Cape Epic journey from Knysna to Cape Town, but with the option of hopping in the bus, a warm, comfortable bed every night and no pressure of cut-offs. Great training for the Argus and Epic! Not at all too technical ,so suited to all levels. Day 1: Pickup at George airport at 17h30 and transfer to Knysna (Or make your own way to Knysna if arriving earlier) Day 2: Knysna to George - 108km This is a flowing easy ride with interspersed dirt and tar along the Seven Passes Road at the base of the Outeniqua Mountains through indigenous forest and dairy farmland. Day 3: George to Garden Route Game Lodge - 120km (Recommended shuttle incl.) We skirt along the Jonkersberg plantation and down past Botlierskop, perchance a game sighting and wet feet through the river, but this is only the start! There is an ex-bridge across the Gouritz River, which could be flowing. This opens the way to enter the Garden Route Game Lodge and do a short ‘game drive’ on bikes, escorted by rangers, to our accommodation. An evening braai at the thatched Boma completes this epic day. Day 4: GRGL to Swellendam 136km (Recommended shuttle included.) The riding is along flowing dirt roads and fairly flat until the hill just before Heidelberg, which has a kick like a mule. We then meander along the twisting Duiwenhoks River until a Mother of a hill gets us up onto the Grootvadersbosch road. The last bit flattens out through Suurbraak and then (for EFI-ers) the quickest way into Swellendam includes a bit of N2 (or shuttle) Day 5: Swellendam to Greyton 111km The route sticks close to the Breede River, which is just out of sight and then ducks down the Riviersonderend tributary including an old wagon trail and a small jeep track. After the town by the same name, the road becomes bigger and cruises all the way to Greyton. There are some optional single track sections for those with excess energy. Day 6: Greyton to Botriver 80km The trail picks its way along the river with some really nice ride-able trails past sheep and grain farms and along gravel roads to Botrivier. From here we cycle 10km uphill alongside the railway line, emerging at Houw Hoek Inn, where we shower and have a late lunch before transferring to CT airport. Don’t arrange flights before 19h00 to be safe. COSTS: R 9500.00 p.p, sharing. Single supplement: add R 2500.00 (subject to availability) INCLUDES: accommodation for 5 nights ( Good quality mix of hotels, B&Bs and one night Game Lodge) all meals, from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 6 ( incl soft liquid refreshment with breakfast & lunch) all transport, incl airport transfers Qualified guide/s Vehicle back-up on all riding days. Transfer of bicycles & luggage drinks & snacks en route daily EXCLUDES: all items of a personal nature, e.g. tel calls, laundry, etc all additional soft drinks & all alcoholic beverages bicycle rental – bring your own bike or mid level 29-er mountain bikes with front shocks available for rental @ R1500 for the duration) bike courier fees where applicable Airfares Gratuities Cost: R 9500 p.p. sharing . Single supplement: add R 2500.00 ( subject to availability) Go to Event Page

Thank you Hubbers - the owner has been identified. One of our tour guides who hails from Somerset West put out the word and has made contact with the owner via a friend of a friend and will make contact sometime soon....I hope. Ride easy.

Ok, the weekend is now over and the bike is still not claimed (missed!).Have a look at the picture ( https://www.facebook...ippersSA?ref=hl ) and ask your riding mates and clubs if they know of someone who lost their bike.

The vast majority of mtn bikers would do the same - besides the front derailleur is a bit bent and there is a ghastly scratch on the rear skewer!!LOL

Cool . Glad to have found the owner - To be 100% sure - There is another tell tale thingy on the bike cable tied on - v personal and what was in the saddle bagPs - your tyre pressures are waaay too high - even for the road

I found a bike on the road that had obviousely fallen off a car rack yesterday (Fri). If it is yours or you know whose it is please claim it here View it here https://www.facebook.com/DaytrippersSA?ref=hl