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So I guess this thread expired eons ago...but here's my fifty cents... Swim Bike Run (Sunninghill) has never failed to impress me. I'll never go back to Troisport. The final straw was the irritation that greeted me when I started asking all sorts of questions about tri bars, explaining that I had NO clue and needed help desperately. It was a telephonic conversation, but I think I could HEAR them rolling their eyes at me. Mike (owner of SBR), on the other hand, understands what customer service is about. And he doesn't treat you like a retard if you don't happen to be an elite competitor. It's quite a drive to get there, but it's always worth the trip.

Where's the best place in Joburg to have your bike set up for triathlons? (And the worst!!!) I've been referred to Eagle Canyon Cycles - any comments? More or less how much can I expect to fork out?

I've heard about this "Hippo"...mmm...and the crocs...also, the lions feeding off the pond scum. Anything else I should be concerned about?

Thanks - will definitely consider joining a club for 2013's. I'm on a relatively okay programme at the moment - I work strange hours and find it quite difficult to adjust my hours accordingly but getting into the swing of it now. Please send me club details? Any other open water options in Joburg? Heia Safari Ranch?

5am and 6/7pm are my training times as well. especially when i have to do rides in the week - 5am is good for a two hour pre-work ride in the week. can't do this weekend (i'll be away) but let's keep in touch.

Hi Joburg Anyone training for Full Ironman PE 2012 who would be keen to do a group ride/swim/run every now and again? I live in Linden, but can meet up wherever. Also...I've braved the murky waters of the Emmarentia Dam and survived to tell the tale...but that was 3 years ago...any ideas about nasties festering in that particular pond?