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Thanks very much, I appreciate it!

Thanks for the replies thus far, I appreciate it. I might hit the trails either at Jonkershoek or Boschendal this weekend just to get back in to it...

Hi all, I haven't been riding for a while but its time to get back on the bike again. The bike has been in storage for a while and needs a service including the suspension. What is a reasonable price to have the service done on both the fork (Fox Evolution F140 RL) and the shock (Custom Fox Triad II with AUTOSAG)? I'm not at the point where I can do this type of maintenance myself so it has to go to the shop.

Hi everyone, I haven't ridden in Jonkershoek since 2014, from what I read here it still seems safe and decent to ride? Is the access control still the same as it used to be? I had a look at the Banhoek Conservancy also, looks very nice and from what I gather also safe to ride? Also, any recommendations on some of the wine farms to ride? As mentioned I haven't ridden in this area since 2014 so keen to find out whats up these days... Cheers in advance!

Thanks for the replies and recommendations...

Hi all Any recommendations on where to service a MTB in the JHB area (the obvious service shop qualities looked for)? I used to have my preferred one in Somerset West but have no idea which ones to try in JHB. So I'd basically like to have my Specialized Stumpjumper FSR serviced and then packed (yep I don't have a bike travel bag), so that I can take it with me to Asia seeing that I'm living there these days. The Fourways area is preferred but I'm open to any suggestions. Thanks...

Hi everyone, I'm also looking to ride in Hong Kong, just still need to get my bike over but would also like to rent in the meantime. Maybe we can all get in contact and arrange something sometime...

Thanks very much...

I would very much like to do a MTB Orienteering event at some stage. I really love maps, navigation and riding my bike and the those things combined can only be a winner! I'm down in Cape Town now, so please advise if you guys/girls will be having any events down here. Would really like to join in the fun! While I was up north, things didn't work out that I could ever actually take part in one. Please keep us updated and thanks!

I must say that on Friday evening I was very close to deciding not to go but in the end pushed through. Very happy that we did! Even though wake up was at 4 am and had to drive 150km to get there. Was great fun, really enjoyed it and great job by the organizers, was well run. The bike wash at the end was also appreciated. If possible and all goes well I wouldn;t mind riding it again. I'm also having issues with both the PPA and Racetec websites on both my laptop and phone. Was able to access the Racetec website to about 19:30 last night. Not able to anymore...

Went out yesterday for the 25KM and I'm glad to see that others are mentioning the initial climb just after the start. I probably started out incorrectly because after that climb I wasn't up to scratch. Really enjoyed the ride though, very scenic and also enjoyed the single track. Out of interest, does anybody know what distance that climb was? Very nice ride all in all except that someone had broken into one of the riders car's during the race. That's very unfortunate and unnecessary and sort of put a damper on it for me. I've only moved to the Western Cape recently so I'm not sure how often that happens in these parts...

Hi Meezo Thanks for that, I'm missed the other topic...

Hi everyone Did a search on the Wellington Gravel Travel and didn't find any topic on it. I noted it is being held on 10 May 2014 at the Bosman Family Vineyards. More info here: http://www.roag.co.za/enter-an-event/mtb/gravel-travel-mtb.aspx Reason for posting is just to find out how the route is. Planning to enter but would just like to find out a bit more about how the routes are and the race in general. Thanks!

Hi Wilbies05, Welkom in Vryburg! Although I'm not here full time anymore, I am from there originally and still visit a lot. MTB or road for you? I can put you into touch with the local club if you want? Just let me know... Oh yes, watch out for the potholes!

Hi Werner Thanks for the reply and the advice. I had a look at the following website: http://www.xsportsprotective.com/mountain-bike-protective-gear.html to see whats available. Unfortunately they're in the USA but I'm sure we'll be able to find some of it in the RSA. I also agree with using the soft padded ones. I live in Hartbeespoortdam...

Hi guys and girls... I'm fairly new to mountainbiking but i enjoy it very much. I've done a few races but I've still got a long to go. I have however experienced the unpleasant art of falling my backside off. After my last one I'm quite negative about this. I know its part of the game but I'm becoming reluctant to give it my best on the route because of the fear of injury. I'm now looking into the possibilty of getting knee and elbow guards. I'm sure lots of people will think I'm being a softy but after my injuries I don't really care anymore. Its either getting better protection or giving up the sport and I don't want to do that! I've done some searching and I see there are quite a lot of accesories available for knee and elbow protection specifically designed for MTB. Any tips/advice would be appreciated and if you could please inform me where to get the relevant gear in SA would be very welcome!!! Thanks...