Stuart Queripel

Wow, didn't know they were redoing the trails... That would be fantastic... Yeah unfortunately there have been a few incidents in the reserve over the years... So its better to ride in groups! Always keen to hook up for a Saturday ride in the "bank"... you live close by?

1. Get Alarmed - I set 1 alarm close by and another in another room, so you have to get up and switch it off. 2. Get Organised - Lay out your clothes the night before. Have everything ready and prep'd. 3. Get Kitted - In winter ensure you have all the right kit... I'm in Durban and where a balaclava until I'm warmed up! Compression longs shirt and pant form Mr Price work like a charm and are cheap! 4. Get Gadgets - Lights are super important for your safety.. Get a GPS and race against old times, download new routes - gets your mind off the cold! Anything new will get you motivated! 5. Get Buddies - You need accountability. Your mates wont be impressed if you don't rock up! 6. Get Routined - Once you have done if for a few weeks you will automatically wake up - Trust me! 7. And finally and most importantly - If its windy and wet get back into bed.. not worth getting sick! NOW GET RIDING!

Would anyone in the Durban Area be interested in joining our group rides in the mornings around Yellowwood Park? We train 3 to 4 morning a week... Keen to grow the numbers... The more the merrier.. All levels of fitness welcome. We also want to arrange a few group rides in Stainbank Nature Reserve during the week in the afternoons and perhaps a longer ride on a Saturday morning... Let me know if you are keen... Stuart

So have you done it? I did it about 2 years ago and am planning on doing it again on 16 July 2011 - mid winter!!! Pushed from about 4kms from the top!! What a ride!