I found the cold manageable. The sand walk, not so much.
I think that finishing in the dark would have made me emotional, Can't imagine putting a light back on and having to dress back up for the cold after the long day out.
I was going to offer you my bicycle.
It was a lekker event though, but echoing your comments I underestimated the effect that the +/-80kms of single track would have on the body.
The last 15kms seemed unnecessary at the time, but time erodes bad memories and I will be back next year.
I recently imported the Canyon Offspring 16' for my boy after doing much research. The Offspring range caught my attention for three reasons: - The cockpit is specifically engineered for children - The components are proper - for example the bike came equipped with Sram Level brakes, also has a two speed Sram auto hub - The bikes are height specific - I thought this was an intelligent approach They have a 20' option that will be his next bike for sure https://www.canyon.com/en/kids/ Check it out
I'm 65kg and cracked both of the Mk3 Crests on my Scalpel Si 3. I have had the rear rim replaced thrice. I replaced the rear two days before Epic, had to replace it the week after Epic. Recent inspection concluded that it needs to be replaced again. Never, ever again - Carbon hoops next.
Absolutely - Dr Glen Hagemann at the Sharks Medical Centre. He is a sports physician and is an athlete himself, he has helped me through it twice. PM me if you need any other info, I've learnt a few tricks from 3 separate infections. Regards, Cameron
