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Check this out!! ag Night Rider MTB series 5th of April featured on Mountain Bike Madness! http://www.mtbmadness.co.za/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=4&Itemid=72&year=2012&month=04&day=05&title=asg-night-rider-mtb-series&uid=0b94d1d526a3d1057f3a61bb471d0611

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Hi D Vader, Thanks for your comment. It is a pity you didn’t get a chance to ride the event before concluding that we are ripping you off. We also do not judge an experience on price per km, but rather try to provide riders with an experience that is worth the fee they are charged. For an event like this, factors such as the route, the vibe, the start end and times, and the features (just to mention a few) are all much more important than the length of the race(?). If we made the race 30km, it certainly would not increase the value by 50%, it would probably detract from the whole experience. Regarding the line entry fee, due to the fact we are running the event every month, we are trying to encourage ALL riders to enter online before the event. We are even going to be keeping the entries open until the last minute to facilitate this. Handling line entries on the day further detracts from the riders positive experience, as it leads to queues and other complications. Trust me, we are not trying squeeze money out of riders (or “rip anyone off” as you put it) – we are trying to put on a top quality, fun event, that maximises the enjoyment for all who enter! So far everyone who has entered seems to agree… Why not come along and enter, and see for yourself?

Event Name: ASG Night Rider MTB Series When: 5 April 2012 Where: Rosemary Hill, Gauteng Category: MTB Adult ride - Registration: 17h30 onwards Race briefing: 18h45 sharp Race starts: 19h00 Reg cost: R120 per rider Distance: 21km Register on: www.asgevents.co.za *Online entries will close on 4 April 2012 Directions to Rosemary Hill: Travelling on the N4 east towards Emalahleni(previously Witbank), pass the Hans Strydom offramp, then take the next offrampwhich is Boschkop/ Donkerhoek. There is a toll gate where you pay R8. Turnright and continue over the highway for 2.2 km (dirt road) Rosemary Hill issituated on the right. Kid’sfun ride- Time: 6:30pm Reg cost: R 30 per child, includes a juice Ages: 5-12 preferably to beaccompanied by an adult Distance: Approx 4.5km Register on: www.asgevents.co.za Important: The enjoyment of your ride is largelydependent on your light so please make sure that your unit is sufficient andthat you are comfortable it will suffice. If you do not have a light and wouldlike to rent OR purchase one, please e-mail charnelle@asgworld.co.za to makesure we keep one aside for you. You will receive the light, fully charged andready to go upon arrival at Rosemary Hill. Kids must wear helmets and we recommend theuse of lights. The kids will be accompanied by some adults. What you can expect: Fun, fun and more fun! We will have food available, videos, music,bonfire, fireworks and lots of surprise obstacles alongside the route, theseinclude a ride through ruins impregnated with smoke, forests with live animalsounds and a 70m floating bridge across a farm dam! Lots of entertainment for kiddies and safeplay areas so bring your family along for a fun filled night out under thebeautiful African Skies. Live tracking live tracking (riders have GPSdevices with them) and live video footage(riders have GPS devices with them)and live video footage Goodie bags and lucky draws A free shooter at the Shebeen! Comments on our previous race: “Seriously that was FRIKKIN' Awesome. What ajol. Great route. Very well marked. And our sweeper dude J rocked…And how wasthe Shebeen. Sooo cool. Best BarMan ever. Rumours of the Floating Bridge had usnervous at the start, but we rode it, none of us swam. Yayness”. - Lisa LeighMulley “Thanks for the night ride it was great funand loved the floating bridge” - Georel Hugh Wallice Templeton “Awesome! Thanks for an AWESOME Asg Sportnight race, the effects were great …super experience! The shabeen was perfect!!Thanks!!” - Monique Kania “Thx ASG for another fantastic event! The ASGnite ride was amazing! Loved the new bridges & shabeen stop! Well doneguys!” - Heather Slabbert “Thanks for a great event, you and your teamhave really made something special out of this concept – I had a blast!! Thefloating bridge and barn with mist was very cool. Well done and I am sure thatplenty of hard work has gone into making such an exciting and differentexperience!!” - Andre Terlouw And many more… Hurry and enter now! www.asgevents.co.za SEE YOU THERE!! Go to Event Page

Check this out! James Fourie (ASG U23 team) putting his Pinarello Graal TT through its paces!

Johann Rabie was on fire at the SA TT Champs today! No wonder...check out his ride! …And the results are in! Congratulations and well done guys! Men’s elite results – 1st R Jv Rensburg 50’40.25” (MTN) 2nd Thomson +13” (United HC) 3rd J Rabie +14” (Bonitas) 4th Hunter +15” (Garmin) 5th D Lill +34” (Bonitas) Junior results – 1st Rohan Du Plooy 42.01 (ASG) 2nd Nico Thiart, 3rd Wes Eslick, (ASG) 4th Ryan Felgate 43.32 (ASG) 5th Dirkie Nel 44,11 U/23 results – 1st Meintjies (Toyota) 2nd Nel (MTN) 3rd van Muschenbroek (Tasol) 4th Kilpatric (ASG) 5th Fourie (ASG)

Check this out! Team Bonitas SABC 2 & 3 National Road Cycling Championships http://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/photo.php?v=10150731194993833

Rika Joubert sent us this photograph yesterday, it is with great sadness that we say goodbye to such an inspiring cycling legend - RIP Ertjies Bezuidenhout Our condolences to family and friends From everyone at ASG

Race report from Tiaan Kannemeyer on Team ASG's results at Carnival City ag JUNIOR Racing Team The junior race this weekend was even harder for the ag team seeing that one of their team mates fell ill (Ruan Kruger) and they had to race with 3 riders. The race was fast from the start proving that everyone is on form for the National Championship. A split came after 15km in the race and we had both our 2 top contenders Wesley Eslick and Rohan Du Plooy in there. Our team also had a bit of misfortune when Ryan Felgate crashed in the 2nd bunch. Luckily he got up, changed his broken wheel and got back to the 2nd bunch. At the finish our 2 ag riders only managed to get 5th and 6th but still showed good form. Ryan came in at 7th place winning the bunch sprint. ag Under 23 Racing Team The Carnival City race is the last race before the National Championships so orders were to go out and make it as hard as possible in order for the riders to get into top form. The riders showed they’re ready for SA’s with at least one ag rider in each break. Obviously the race was too flat and fast again but the guys gave it their all. Viehann du Plessis made a good attack 15km before the 1st hotspot and got a gap of 45sec at 1 stage to take first hotspot and showed that he is ready for the SA time trail champs this week (It is not easy to stay ahead of a group going at those speeds). At the end it came down to a bunch sprint with Arran Brown taking the win, Reinhardt Janse van Rensburg 2nd and Nolan Hoffman 3rd. Surely this weekend we will see a different picture in Nelspruit where the there is a LOT more climbing involved.

Thanks so much for the positive feedback guys, really appreciate it!

Thanks so much for the positive feedback, only a pleasure! Joanita

There was such an incredible vibe at the Emperors road race on Sunday, we had fun taking photographs and chatting to you all! Glad to see so many of you choose to wear Rudy Project helmets and eyewear!

Peter van Kets is back from a successful South Pole expedition! December 2011 well-known endurance adventurer, Peter van Kets spotted wearing Rudy Project eyewear as he embarked on a race to the South Pole! Peter chose Rudy Project Gozen™ eyewear because it guarantees: ·Optimal fit and stability on the face thanks to the ergonomic design and total comfort system, which provides adjustable terminals. ·Super lightweight, thanks to innovative materials. ·Perfect vision in each atmospheric context and light conditions, thanks to the Quick Change interchangeable system. ·Optimal shielding from the sun's reflections through the laser and multilaser lenses, which guarantee transmission of less than 20% sunlight. ·Protection from falls and knocks thanks to the Safety Project system. ·Optimal vision thanks to the wraparound shape which adheres to the face, preventing entry of the sun's rays. Gozen™ is also available with ImpactX lenses for a: ·Perfect vision in all weather and light conditions, thanks to the photochromic lenses that can handle light changes over the whole day. ·Protection from wind, dust and shocks due to falls thanks to ImpactX technology lenses, guaranteed unbreakable for life ·Optimal shielding and protection from harmful UV rays and excellent vision in all weather conditions thanks to the polarized glasses with photochromic lenses. These, besides automatically adapting to any changes in light, eliminate glare caused by the reflection of rays on the water, on the snow, on the windshield, that fatigue the eye. Peter also wears Rudy Project Zyon™ eyewear, great because it provides eyes with protection and comfort like never before, thanks to the lateral shields which protect eyes against wind and water splashes. It is suitable for use at all performance levels in the most varied of sporting disciplines and are created using the most advanced materials. The Zyon™ is prescription-ready, either direct or with our ‘easy-in-easy-out‘ patented RX insert. Contact an ag dealer today to find out more about Rudy Project eyewear! http://ftech.asgsolutions.co.za/LocateDealer.aspx

Proud to see so many of the ag brands at the Emperor's road race this weekend! Got to love these hot colour-coded FFWD wheels! Contact an ag dealer today to find out more http://ftech.asgsolu...cateDealer.aspx

Congratulations to Team Bonitas at the Emperor's race over the weekend! Herman Fouche came 2nd in the road race and 3rd in the Criterium with Hanco Kachelhoffer taking 4th place in the Criterium. Team Bonitas brands of choice include: - Pinarello Dogma 2 road bikes - Sidi Ergo 3 shoes - Ftech custom made cycling kits - Rudy Project Genetyk eyewear - Rudy Project Windmax helmets - FFWD F6 & F4 wheels - San Marco Concor saddles - SIXS original carbon sportwear

Rudy Project Wingspan for Triathlons and Ironman Top photograph: TeamFutureLife sponsored by Rudy Project Eyewear: Rudy Project Rydon Fluo Green with Multilaser blue lenses Helmet: Rudy Project Wingspan Fluo Green Wingspan featured in a number of international magazines as the #1 helmet at Ironman World Championship in Kona, 2011! Key features of the new Wingspan: VENT TECHNOLOGY Thanks to the scientific positioning of the external air openings and the unique air channel designs carved inside the hard shell, our helmets are extremely ventilated and very comfortable to wear. ADUSTABLE FIT The latest development in Rudy Project technology: a toothed disc with reinforced runners, special protective wings and a rear panel with diagonal holes for fixing straps. Precise micrometric regulation and height adjustment provide a perfect, personal fit and excellent stability. ADVANCED SAFETY The IN-MOLD technology is used to inject styrofoam into the mold containing the cap in polycarbonate at a very high pressure. This forms a seamless rigged structure more impact resistant and lighter than any other helmet produced. UNMATCHED COMFORT Our latest invention, two interchangeable and washable micrporous paddings, with and without a protective net let you manage the flow through ventilation based on your preferences and environmental conditions. Rudy Project Wingspan is available from participating ASG dealers nationwide, visit a dealer today to find out more about prices and colour options http://ftech.asgsolutions.co.za/LocateDealer.aspx

Photo of Dale Joss, CEO of Allen Joss Motors handing over keys to ASG U23 and Junior team manager, Tiaan Kannemeyer We are proud to announce that Allen Joss Motors are now the official vehicle sponsors of the ag Under 23 & Junior Road Racing Team!

Hi everyone ASG IS looking for a full time debtors clerk with 3-5 year experience in debtors management. If you'd like to join our dinamic team then please forward your CV to lizle@asgworld.co.za before 8 February 2012. We look forward to hearing from you! ASG

Junior and U23 ASG team showed good team spirit when they hit the road at 5:30am yesterday morning. The team kept a good pace throughout the 5h ride and is looking fighting fit for the Emperors Palace race this weekend. The guys are looking great in their new kits (Pinarello bikes, Ftech kit, Rudy Project glasses and Helmets and Sidi shoes) BEST of luck to the team - from everyone at ASG! For more information on products and to view our current promotions, visit http://www.asgsport.co.za/

ATLANTIC ODYSSEY, RACE FOR A NEW RECORD Rudy Project eyewear chosen for spectacular ocean voyage! Crossing the ocean is an extreme challenge, pure adrenaline. And when it comes to extreme challenges, those that not only put to the test physical and mental abilities, but also engage in a fascinating face to face with the forces of nature, it’s no wonder the players wear Rudy Project eyewear. And so it is for the Atlantic Odyssey ocean crossing that began in early January from Tarfaya, Morocco heading for the Caribbean island of Barbados. The aim of this expedition is to set an impressive new record: make the crossing in less than 30 days. For this Guinness world record journey involving continuous sailing on board the Sara G., 11 meters long and just under two wide with which they’ve already set records, the six crew members led by skipper Matt Craughwell wear Rudy Project Zyon Sailing sunglasses designed specifically for navigation at sea. An ultra lightweight frame and metal components with an antioxidant treatment distinguish these glasses that feature Rudy Project’s exclusive ImpactX photochromic /&/ polarized lenses. These lenses not only eliminate reflection from the water while preventing eye fatigue and increasing contrast and depth perception, they also offer unique polarization technology. In addition, it’s possible to add special side shields to the frame to protect eyes from annoying reflections, wind and splashing water. To follow the navigation mile after mile, the crew of this great adventure is online at http://www.atlantic-odyssey.com. Recommended product: Guardyan™ The sunglass for the sailors who face the sea even in the most unfavourable weather conditions. Guardyan™ is equipped with the advanced unbreakable ImpactX™ Polarized Photochromic Grey lenses. The full-rim wrap-around frame and the removable shield interface protect the eyes from wind and water while the adjustable strap will ensure a perfect fit and stability on the face. Visit http://ftech.asgsolu...cateDealer.aspx today to find a participating ASG dealer near you!

Colour-code your wheels to suit your bike and unique personality! Have a look at the cool new FFWD colour-coded wheels - available at participating ASG dealers nationwide! Dealer locator:

FFWD wheels are the number one choice of SA cycling champ, Darren Lill and Team Bonitas! Based in the Netherlands, Fast Forward ® specializes in the production of high speed, carbon wheels. All spoked wheels are laced and hand built in Holland. Each set of wheels is meticulously put together and only the best materials used such as high Tensile TC35 Carbon rims, FFWD or DT Swiss hubs, Sapim CX Ray or DT Aerolite spokes and Brass nipples. Current range consist of high performance Road, Triathlon and specific Cyclocross wheels, 3 spoke-, disc- and Track wheels in all major sizes and variations. Contact an ag dealer today to find out more about FFWD wheels which can also be colour-coded to match your bike and unique style!

Check out the awesome new 2012 MTB eyewear and helmet collection from Rudy Project! Products are available at ASG dealers nationwide! http://ftech.asgsolu...cateDealer.aspx Watch the online video clip to see the cool new collection: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDj5SGID1Ls

Rudy Project Andrè Greipel chooses to wear Genetyk Racing Pro. The frame choice of pros developed for athletic competitions! Refined by pros for those demanding uncompromised performance. Genetyk Racing Pro are Hi-performance cycling sunglasses created with a perfect combination of state of the art materials and technically advanced features. The Quick Change™ interchangeable lens system can manage any light condition. The adjustable temple tips and nosepiece offer a perfect fit and stability on the face. The wrap-around mask and the peripheral shields protect the eyes from wind, dust and the elements. The Genetyk is fully customizable by changing the set of temple tips and the Ergo IV™ nosepiece. Rudy Project offers prescription sunglasses and is available from ASG dealers nationwide. Dealers are listed under:

Progress on the movie, check out the 1st day of shooting Baroudeur