Slipstream Sean

Aha that makes sense. The CC calculator rendered my top tube length to be between 44.8 - 46.6 cm so a 54 should be the one.

The other thing is I have a 53cm road bike. They usually recommend sizing down to a TT frame. Surely I don't need a 52cm...I'm not that small. I'm going to plug all my measurements into the competitive cyclist calculator but will be interested to hear your views.

Thanks guys. Yeah the felt is tempting...with some nice wheels I won't lose much in aerodynamics. The difference between an entry level TT bike and a high end TT bike is nowhere near as much as manufacturers would like us to believe.

Yeah I've seen those frames. They look good but don't have 54cm frames, and the ones coming in are more expensive.

Looking to build up a TT bike for under 25k. Happy to go with 105 groupset. Like the dark horse deep sections. The frame is a tough one. Anybody know somebody selling good frames at a relative steal? Thanks

Does anybody know where the best place is to pick up a TT Helmet at a good price. Preferably leaning towards the new S-works, but otherwise Rudy Wing57 perhaps. Is there perhaps a local guy who imports them, who doesn't have to pay big overheads? Thanks in advance!

I am unable to collect my race number in Stellenbosch tomorrow. Is there anybody who is going to collect theirs who could collect mine too and I could meet up with on Sunday morning? Heartfelt SOS!!!

I'm still struggling to forgive Belkin for attacking on Valverde's puncture on Friday. To me it's the equivalent of attacking in the feed zone, or attacking when a rider drops a chain(ring a bell?). Belkin weren't on the front, Velverde punctures, and suddenly they wanna help Omega. Did Sky, Saxo or BMC attck? No? Omega had every right to keep driving like maniacs on the front to drop Griepel and Kittel. If Valverde couldn't make it back in that case - Then it's tough luck mate!

My friends and I have a lodge booked in Knysna for the Big 5 from 6-15 July over the ever popular Oyster Festival. The lodge sleeps 8 and we are only 5, so we can accommodate 3 more people. The cost per night will be R200pp, which is really cheap... as it is an awesome place overlooking the lagoon. We will only accept 3 people who are staying for the whole week and not just a few days. The total for the 9 days is R1800pp. Don't delay as this will get snapped up fast, and there is basically no accommodation free at this stage at an affordable rate. Thanks Sean

BUMPity BUMP!

We can accommodate 2 more people. Sorry for the typo

My friends and I have a lodge booked in Knysna for the Big 5 from 6-15 July over the ever popular Oyster Festival. The lodge sleeps 8 and we are only 6, so we can accommodate 3 more people. The cost per night will be R200pp, which is really cheap... as it is an awesome place overlooking the lagoon. We will only accept 2 people who are staying for the whole week and not just a few days. The total for the 9 days is R1800pp. Don't delay as this will get snapped up fast, and there is basically no accommodation free at this stage at an affordable rate. I can email pictures. Thanks Sean

Find a hill steeper and longer...that will prepare you

Hey Davey boy...I've been reading your words of wisdom on this thread Training has been good. This day must just come now. Seems like I'm underestimating the return of the ride. Thanks for the advice regarding splits. How you feeling Dave? We must meet up there and chat. I just went to a talk that Paul Kaye hosted in Cape Town, and was thrilled to hear that you get given bottles ON THE GO at the 45km station ...awesome, now I don't need to carry all that water up hill like a cheap slave.

This is my first 70.3. Question to the panel: If I want to do a 2:50 bike, what half way split should I look to hit by the 45km mark? Obviously wind can have a big influence, but would a 1:45 at the turn around and 1:05 back be a well paced split?