CBS

Good one, Race time 04:12 Time in saddle about 9 hours over the past 30 days, half of which was commuting. Should add, time in saddle over the past 180 days is also about 9 hours. Christie

The whole of the N14 was tough for me. I was stupid enough to try and get up to pass someone on heartbreak hill and had both legs cramp solid. Luckily this happened right next to a physio who applied ice immediately. Had to walk for about 200meters and then I was ok to the end.

There were quite a few timing mats along the way.

What an awesome event! My first, did it in 4:12:43, will be way better prepared for Argus. I honestly can not think of anything serious to complain about. Spectators were awesome, shouting encouragement, spraying us with cold water, the sexy dancers weren't too bad either....lol. A Marathon runner friend of mine did it with no cycle training, and very poor bike preparation, had big mechanical issues, did it in 6 hours and loved every second. Events like these are so good for cycling. What a great high! Christie

Bikes are on the car, leaving in 15 min. My first road race at 42y old!! Looking forward, hope everyone has a great race. Christie

Collected my race pack this morning, went very well, took about 30 minutes, mostly coz I neglected to inform the friendly lady helping me that I'm riding with the FNB bond. Glad I missed the rush. Great vibe, many vendors, lots of goodies, unfortunately not many bikes to look at. Christie

Just outside Potch this morning, this was standing in the middle of the road! Sorry about the rubbish pic, wasn't about to actually stop to take the pic.. CBS

When: 3rd June 2012 Where: Thaba Trails, 101 Klipriver Drive, Mulbarton, Johannesburg. What: The toughest 20km XCO in Gauteng. Hard but not dangerous. What else: On the day we will have U8,10 and 12 Fun Ride. A 10km Fun ride for beginners ( we have found some non-technical parts) a 20km fun ride for the NOT SO FIT and not so technical. The Thaba Toughee is over some exciting single track and promises to be a race to remember. Achievers belt buckle to the first 50 finishers ONLY. More info. call Wendell 0829000749.

I'm guessing that the website will give more info on the next event as soon as this one has been concluded. Perhaps a good idea to send them an e-mail asking for more info? CBS

OK, my reply might have been a bit short and unhelpful. Truth is, after replying I also went looking for the info on their website. I'm going to try sending them an e-mail asking for help. CBS

www.sani2c.co.za

Tonight at 10. Seems there is a daily highlights package.

Just too flat here in Potch for pics of beautiful mountains, etc....

How does it ride? As good as it looks?

Freaky and impractical now, but what a great idea!