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Should have been double for sandals.... Sandals??
Sandals with cleats. Due to a MTB accident 3yrs ago that left me with a spina\l cord injury now ride a 3 wheel recumbent trike. Need to clip my feet in but cannot get my feet into shoes.
https://za.ciclimattio.com/s/shimano/sd500-shoe-2019/?id=20202&m=31226&d=108338.
Ah okay. Thanks for the info!
Forget to add, you are only allowed two "GIFTS" per year.
Ja I knew of the tax on clothes, I was just surprised as it was genuinely a gift from my mom and it said so on the description. Suppose many people take a chance I dunno but none the less I’m glad it arrived.
I brought in some Shimano sandals from the UK last year. Invoice must be clearly marked GIFT, and value must not exceed R1500.00. You are not charged VAT or import duty, They still tried to charge me VAT and duties and I had to phone the shipping agent and tell them to read the invoice properly!!
On my first ride with my new bike, the noise from the internal cable rattling almost gave me a heart attack, but I will give this a go.
Hope it works for you, rode my bike for 5yrs with no cable rattle and it was a cheap solution.
Go to any motorcycle dealer or scooter spares dealer, they should have a range of mirrors, including ones that clamp on the bars and ones that fit in the end of the bars.
Rearview is excellent, I use them on my Tadpole trike.
Well the Back a buddy campaign closes 31 August, fell short of what I needed, but heartfelt thanks to those who did assist. Every bit was helpful.
Now I have to get used to three wheels instead of two, but I can finally get out on the road again!!
Doesn't seem to be any local agents?
Trying to avoid imports, tax makes it too expensive. May have to get a friend in UK to buy and send as a gift.
If under R1400.00 no tax or VAT
Anybody know if there is anywhere in SA where SPD Cycling sandals are available.
Due to a permanent injury, have started cycling a recumbent trike, but need to clip in for safety. Struggle to get feet into cycling shoes or any shoe for that matter. These would be perfect!
This is what I have on order
Really hope to see you out on a bike again soon, Joe.
Thanks Desi.
Won't be able to do single track, but jeep track is a possibility. From my experience with a test ride, first target will be just to get around the block! Very weak.
Derick will be my wing man once I can do a bit of distance.
Donation made . Respect
Thank you Arno, much appreciated.
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An update on my progress.
Up to November 2018, I was making slow but steady progress, could walk short distances, and generally take care of myself, even drive my car (AT).
Then in November started going backwards had several falls and fractured left hip. After two weeks in hospital and several specialists, was told that nothing could be done to improve my status. But I will not accept this, I am going to carry on exercising and carry on with therapy which has already cost me over R30k over the last year which medical aid will not cover.
Twice a week when we drive along Marine Drive to the therapists I see the cyclists on the cycle path and cry inside. But the possibility of riding on two wheels again is remote
So I started investigating 3-wheel recumbents and found a local supplier in Cape Town. I am trying to raise R40k to purchase one of these so that I can enjoy the cycle track instead of just watching it!
https://www.backabuddy.co.za/champion/project/joe-van-gent
I believe that bicycle tyres are exempt from this requirement:
http://www.itac.org.za/upload/Gazette%2022%20December%202016.pdf
A friend's bicycle tyre import was held by Aramex because of this, but they let it through after he showed them this doc.
Thanks.
Now I need to figure out if there is a way to avoid the 15% duty if I import a recumbant trike from Taiwan which is shipped in one carton with complete parts since it is for use by a disabled person
Just received this article from EBay regards imports new regs
https://www.gov.za/services/import/individual-or-personal-goods
Do you now need a permit to import tyres??
I need to replace the inner cable on the rear derailleur on my Anthem. The cable runs internally for awhile. Will this section have a outer or is this going to be a cr@p job?
The outer sleeve runs right through you just replace the inner as described by Joss
https://www.facebook.com/groups/339245799519995/?ref=bookmarks
This is the local group group to join!!
Was also looking at this, with shipping comes to about R28k. can any Hubbers experienced in importing bikes and bike parts advise me what extra costs i.e. Import duties, Vat etc. will still be levied. The trike is shipped disassembled.
Hi Joevan
I know that Tim Brink is the guy in Cape Town who knows all about recumbents. Here is his link, send him a message, I'm pretty sure he'll put you in contact with the right people.
https://www.bikehub.co.za/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1
https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/171921-the-really-big-recumbent-thread/?hl=recumbent
Thanks DJR, will try him.
14 months ago, I had an OTB on my MTB and suffered a spinal cord injury, incomplete Tetraplegia.
Have limited use of hands, but can walk short distances, and as part of the daily exercises I do, I have mounted my old hardtail on an IDT and manage a few minutes pedaling on this every day.
But I miss being out on the road! No way I could do this on my road or MTB if this is ever going too be possible. So I have been considering Recumbants like the attached photo.
Does anybody know of any local suppliers, preferably in Cape town area? Similar to link below.
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Looks like some good news for those who have been waiting for international parcels. Lets wait and see.
And some not so good news!
I just want to thank all who organized and supported the Ride for Joe, yes that is me.
I am humbled by the support that I have had since my fall last September, but seeing all the cyclists at the event, some old friends and some new, made me realise why I love cycling. It's still going to be long road before I can get back on the bike again, but you are all the motivation I need to keep working on recovery.
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Last week's incident happened just before 8 am, so it wasn't dark. The lady involved is a friend of mine and asked that I post this here:
"The spot where my attack took place was just after Richwood ( heading towards Durbanville).
There is a new road on the left and he attacked me 100 meters up from the road. And then proceeded to cycle down the new road .It was in peak hour traffic and both lanes were full of traffic , it was very busy !"
Thanks for the location info, we rode down that road several months ago just to see what was happening in the area, and did not feel comfortable in the area. Too many bushes and too direct a line to the N7 and Dunoon. The road has been opened recently and land sales are advertised for a new development. Also large construction camp just before the Barrel Pub turnoff.
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