Karooryder

Nope...and speaking of which...is it just me or do April's fools jokes seem eerily absent today...

Nope...all but.. The music concert will be hosted at major venues able to accommodate mass amounts of people around our provinces

I fully agree and I was thinking the exact same thing when I was invited via a Facebook contact to "Pre-Register" (that's seemingly the industry word for pay now, wait later) for a, wait for it, "Corona After Party" (see http://www.coronaafterparty.co.za). The event is described as follows: "Our artists, musicians, venues and technical industries have all been affected and in light of this situation, it was decided to establish the Corona After Party in aid of the events industry". Now this part really got to me: "The music concert will be hosted at major venues able to accommodate mass amounts of people around our provinces." Not only do I find it in poor taste to be organizing an after party for a worldwide human tragedy in the middle of a worldwide human tragedy, but I'm wondering on which planet these okes live. It will not be months, if years until we see mass gatherings in mass gathering venues at various localities again and expecting large crowds to be converging post-pandemic is opportunistic and a pipe dream. I do get that the entertainment industry must be crunching hard now but this kinda thing doesn't sit well with me.

I also saw this but technically not the case for KLM. Martinair (a subsidiary of KLM) is still using KLM 747F air frames for their cargo service under MP flight codes.

Extraordinary times...

I like this video. It gives a calm, straight-forward and almost "wise" human interface to the hysteria. Perhaps the "ramblings" of "old people" with first-hand experience of this disease are more useful than the shitstorm of apocalyptic speculation from a media machine in paranoia-overdrive. My parents are older and they fall within the so-called "high risk group". I forwarded this video to them and they found it useful and in a way comforting as they can relate and shape their concerns accordingly. Ps - I have learned that it is almost always worth listening to the ramblings of old people, however tedious it/they may seem.

LWB what was the story behind the two TAAG 747's that were parked here for many years. As far as I can remember they were ex-SAA right?

Likewise. In my experience their system is very unreliable when it comes to automatic event point awards and I always upload all events manually.

O ja, I forgot...probably the best ARGUS deal you will get the entire weekend... If you hang around long enough at hospitality after the race you can land a Spur burger (albeit cold) for thirty bucks. Bargain. Think I had 4 or 5...

What a lekker event and really enjoyable to read all the race reports and anecdotes after the weekend. Not much to add besides for the following few cents: - The shorter start times sure made things hairy and definitely added to a bit of congestion along the route. Starting at 6:44 it seems as though much of the the field conglomerated into a few massive bunches which only spread out along the Smitswinkel climb (and making the narrow road up Smits look like the N1 on a bad day - even early morning). - Is it just me or was the event more "subdued" this year, from the Expo to the Start and even the kuier afterwards. Waiting in the starting pen I was missing the gees that is always tangible before the event kicks off with the anthem and the pumping tunes. Also a general observation: there were noticeably fewer riders participating this year than previous years which also seem to reflect in Racetec results. My highlight: Misty Cliffs was just that on Sunday and riding through dense mist with that sea breeze and the ocean a side spit away was pure bliss. I love this ride...

My turn at last...boarding the green bird for CT soon and even though she's delayed, I can't wait to soak up the Argus vibe once again. Passing the delay in the lounge carbo-loading. Did you know that there are much carbs in Jenewer...?

Long Wheel Base I heard rumors that SAX will seize (and not suspend?) operations over the weekend, do you perhaps know anything about it? (If you are not at liberty to discuss I will fully understand).

Or a turd as in my case #ekgaankkkkkkkkkkkkkk----------lippekou

First E-bikes and now A340's! What is the Argus coming to!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You will observe these hanging from my saddlebag...

Hahahaha okay okaaaayyy touche! Jy wen!

Go ask the "Single File Please" signboards on Chappies how that worked out for them ...

Did you just assume my humor?

It was definitely funny. In 1982. I'm always amused at how uncleverly some perpetually angry and bitter individuals use "humor" and "satire" to drive a point home (pun intended).

So ARGUS hype is here...I can feel the excitement tingling (or is that my hammies after this morning's emergency ARGUS spinning session). We've talked about the pre-race formalities but what do you okes and ladies do after the race and after the cold ones at hospitality? Weather permit we usually head down to the beach for a late Sunday afternoon swim or drive out to Blue Peter for MORE cold ones... Man, I can't wait!

Let me jump in here. My ARGUS budget (Arriving Friday night, departing Monday Night): Flights: R1500.00 (discount compliments of Vitality, did a lot of scouting for cheap flights over a few weeks period) Accommodation: R1050 (3 nights AirBnB - booked early, self-catering flat in Sea Point). Bike Transfer: R800 (early bird special) Car Rental incl petrol: R500 (3 days cheapie car, discount compliments of Vitality). Meals: Accommodation is self catering - breakfasts and lunches at cost there. Restaurant dinners, and BEERS after the race. With proper planning and a bit of tolerance for more basic provisions doing the weekend under R5k is absolutely doable. *edit* add race entry

I'm not sure the organizers necessarily want to return to a full capacity event as in previous years. I have said previously on this thread that I, for one, quite prefer the "quieter" CTCT and I think that the current format and attendance suit the event best for all parties involved. But that's just my 2c.

This is so funny and soooooo true hahaha!

2C starting at 6:44. Can't wait!

Not subtracting at all from the really useful tips given by Skubarra and others serious riders, my advice would be somewhat different - and aimed more towards a pleasant CTCT experience than chasing a target time. Literally just 2 things: - Stay Safe I remember my first CTCT; I had the route and my race "strategy" all planned out and with my target time clearly set, it was hoopla. My ride plan lasted about 15minutes after witnessing 2 serious crashes in the first 10km which totally scattered the bunches - and hitting an "only-at-the-ARGUS" headwind down the M3. With this event, route and environment there are just too many variables on the day which WILL have an influence on your race strategy...and unfortunately these variables almost always directly come down (excuse the pun) the one crucial aspect in any race: safety. Add to that tens of thousands of rides of varying riding skills and things can really get a bit hairy. Remain safe! - Enjoy This truly is one of the prettiest rides in the world. The atmosphere is like nothing you've seen before and there simply is no other feeling like riding past Misty Cliffs with the ocean a stone's throw to your left and the salty sea mist in your face. Don't spoil it for yourself by blindly chasing a time or coughing blood to chase bunches or hold on to the groot menere (unless achieving your target time will pay for the kid's school fees next month). This year will be my 7th and the magic of the event just never goes away. Personally, I reserve my eternal search for the PB's for other events...