Wile E.

Ironman has a rule that a "contrived tie" will result in both athletes being disqualified. Should be the same here. I'm all for sportsmanship but I think this goes against the true nature of fair racing.

Event Name: Mad2Cycle 2018 When: 23 March 2018 - 31 March 2018 Where: Nelson Mandela Square, Gauteng Category: MTB Started in 2017, Mad2Cycle is once again taking on the challenge of riding from Johannesburg to Cape Town next month. 1511km in 8 days, culminating in the running of the Two Oceans Marathon, all in aid of The Mad Leadership Foundation. When: 23-31 March Where: Nelson Mandela Square in JHB to Cullinan Hotel in CT Route and other details: PM me. This is a truly unique event, with the route combining off- and on-road riding through some of the most picturesque scenery South Africa has to offer! Some more details on http://madleadership...events/mad2run/ We have had a couple spots open up in the team so if you have the following qualities send me a PM for more details: - You have a passion for leadership and raising money for a better South Africa - You can ride your bike everyday for a week at a relative high average speed. This is not a race and we leave no man (or woman) behind, but you would have to know your limits and keep up with the team - Keen for adventure! - Have a passion for people, fun and riding your bike! Go to Event Page

There were lots of uploads to Strava mentioning wind. I didn't feel any either.

Source?

Ja I guess that's racing. There's a fine line between racing the guys around you and working together for a good time.

Thanks . You said what I was thinking . That's racing for you.

I must say... haven't enjoyed a race like that in a long time. There were some strong men at the front on DL determined to pull the whole way. It was only the last few k's where some new faces started to come to the front.

I had a work with him at the finish. He needs to learn to let some others do the work so he can sprint at the finish. He was strong the whole way through but faded towards the end.

I'm by no means an expert but have some experience in this field. I would say it depends on the problem. More often than not a torn ACL is a contraindication for a partial knee replacement. If the ACL is intact and the only problem is osteoarthritis on the medial compartment (inner side of the femur) then a partial is the way to go. It will give you another 20 years before needing a total. I would look at the company your doctor uses for his replacements as well. Keep in mind that the Oxford Partial Knee shows around 92% survivorship at 15 years. Which is massive for a replacement. Lastly, if you're looking for an opinion on partial vs. total then Dr. Oosthuizen at Wilgeheuwel is your best bet. He has done more partial knees than anyone else in the country. My 3c.

John Degenkolb - Argos Shimano

A mate of mine managed to drop his car key somewhere on the trails at Northern Farms yesterday. Please keep a lookout or let me know if you've seen them. It's a single Suzuki key with a small keying. Thanks!

Only is specially demarcated areas and under the supervision of a race referee

Not much of a runner, eh? Or is that in anticipation of bonking?

Will keep a lookout.

Got a route you could recommend?