jonami

Both bikes are very similar. The Raleigh RC range has been around for ages, its a reliable well known and well used roadie for an entry level cost. They are constantly trading and seldom drop in value, however R6000 is too much, that price is up because its the Cape Town Cycle Tour and roadies are in demand. You can realistically pay R4500 for it. The Giant TCR is worth the price. It is also a known bike and has exceptional street cred. Take the Giant and you won't be sorry. The geometry on the Giant will be slightly updated compared to the Raleigh and will afford you more riding comfort and performance.

Good Afternoon: Please note we are starting to experience an escalation in attacks on cyclists within the Langebaan area. 1) Monday 18 April 2022 at approx 10:15 a female cyclist was accosted by two males on a tarred cycle path off Oostewal Road (main entrance road) outside Seaview Park (commonly known as Hopland). The cyclist refused to hand over her bicycle and was assisted by another cyclist and a motorist. The perpatrators ran off and could not be located by local SAPS. 2) Male cyclist was accosted and assaulted on Langebaan entrance road near Engen One Stop, by a single assailant. The perpetrator made off with the bicycle, but was apprehended by SANPARKS rangers and a motorist who stopped to assist. The cyclist has been seriously injured. The perpetrator is in SAPS custody and a formal docket opened. The bicycle was recovered. We are currently experiencing an unsettling crime spike within Langebaan. I would like to caution all who visit our area to please keep your items safe, cycle within the West Coast National Park, the Langebaan Country Estate or make sure you are cycling in numbers. Many bicycles have been reported stolen, few have been recovered and the new attacks on cyclists is very concerning. We are trying to give it priority attention with our local law enforcement agencies and government as well as our Neighourhood Watch, Team Langebaan Neighourhood Watch. Kind Regards Jon Amira Cycleworx Langebaan

"FOR SALE: Still under guarantee / warranty"... Be aware of ads such as these, no matter how new the bicycle or bicycle part or accessory is, the original guarantee is intended for the original purchaser ONLY. Guarantees and warranties cannot be transferred unless under written agreement and acceptance of the manufacturer or licensed distributor that they will transfer the guarantee or warranty over to you. If you purchase a product second hand under such pretense you could be in for a world of disappointment when the company turns you away. Attempting to make a guarantee / warranty claim if you are the second owner is a fraudulent action and can see you being charged as a criminal. Avoid bike shops that will help you "sneak" in such a claim as they are rotten to the core and this is a perfect representation of how they handle their business. Always approach the company directly or have a bike shop do it for you and obtain written consent from the manufacturer or licensed distributor.

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Please be on the lookout for a stolen Morewood dual suspension MTB, 650b. The bike is red and white, size is large. Was stolen from clients garage on Sunday 25 May 2014 in Vredenburg. If you see an advert with this bike or know anything that could lead to the recovery, please call me immediately. Jon, 0737344098 Cycleworx Langebaan

@flymango, I should imagine trying to co-ordinate 30000 cyclists can be a bit chaotic. I found this year's organisation better than that last couple of events and the marshalls very helpful. I guess its a matter of communication and we are all responsible to read and understand the letters and instructions we are given in our race packs. I should also imagine most guys don't bother reading them and just try follow the rest, this is where the confusion comes in. I would also suggest arriving at least an hour before to get yourself to where you want to go, half an hour is too little time especially within that crowd. @Tomik - I agree.