calabash

Yes, you may.

You are spot on sammajoor. I spotted it in the border between Mongena and Ditholo Airbase. I am still on a high. The rhinos and hippo that we spotted after that just did not cut it!

I saw a Leopard on this mornings cycle! I was about 4m ahead of me when I came out of a dry river bed. It was an old male busy marking it's territory. AMAZING

http://www.dinokengtouristguide.co.za/Maps/Dinokeng_Map.html we meet at number 21 Kwalata Game Ranch

You are welcome to give them my contact details. Will put them up on a game farm in Gauteng. info@letsgocycling.co.za

I would suggest the following lodges for your accommodation: Tamboti Bush Lodge - http://www.tamboti.co.za/ B&B and self-catering options. Will be stopping here for breakfast. Adama - http://www.wheretostay.co.za/adama/ 2 stunning self-catering eco-friendly chalets. Nokeng Eco Lodge - http://www.nokenglodge.co.za/ Large sprawling old-style SA resort that borders the Elands river. Chalets, camping and dorm options. De Rust Caravan Park - http://derustcaravanpark.co.za/ (NO kids allowed) Voted in the top ten best campsites in SA. Borders the Pienaars river. Mangena Lodge - http://www.mongena.co.za/ Amazing lodge with the best game drive in the area. Xombana Loft and camping - http://xombana.homestead.com/ Cheap camping and loft options. Directions: Take the N1 North, Take the Hammanskraal/Boekenhoutskloof offramp (40km N of Pta) Go back over the highway and keep left on the Rust de Winter Rd. Turn right into Kwalata Game Ranch (6km from the highway) Follow signs to main camp. Time: You people need to give me a time. Lets be realistic here guys. Distance: Will do a 20km loop and then head for breakfast. After breakfast will head back past the vehicles. Those who would like to cycle further will continue with the guides. Sound good? Gregory Gordon -- Calabash Cycling Safaris and Trails www.letsgocycling.co.za info@letsgocycling.co.za 0762280874

hats off to you mate. SA needs?more people of?your caliber?

the park rocks. some teething problems but makes me proud of living in gauteng

an hour from jhb, just off the N1 pleasure HR, hope it cheared you up

I don't own any accommodation but try to steer people towards the better places or the ones that suit their budgets. I will compile a list of web sites and post it. You can book directly through the relevant venue.

thinking that it might be cool to hang out with my new team

WICKED! that has made my day. going to go and ride now

I bought my garmin in the states and have had the worst service trying to get it working here.

just had a look. STUNNING from here

GREAT work guys. keep 'em rolling

The gap jump next to the office blocks is murder. The lip has crumbled and is just bloody dangerous. I had to bail while in the air. Was about to try it again when I noticed that it did not have enough lip to be cleared. They should maybe close that one and repair it.

29" wheels

it was a great idea and should be supported better next time. I have been to the bike testing in vegas and it is VERY well supported. popped around yesterday to check out the 24 hr setup and was not very impressed by the public turnout.

18 MTB's. 15 I rent out and they help towards my living costs.

There is a ton of accom out here. Prices range from R40 to R6500 per person per night. Just PM me if you need accom and I will sort it for you.

Rode the park this morning. It is very well done. Some teething problems. It is pretty melow. I would personally like to see some more technical/gnarly sections. Worth the R50 and well done to the constructors

Thanks HR, will fix that link. Here is a map: http://www.cullinanmeander.co.za/Maps/Dinokeng_Map.html

thanks guys the pedal has been stiff from day one.

use the cheap cables and housing and just keep them lubed and clean. go do a R300 bike mech course at singletrack bike shop and start servicing your own bike. it is a lot of fun and very rewarding

Not sure but do wish that I could spend that kinda money on a whole bike.