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  1. Accelerate
    THIS is the reason why insurance/medical aid premiums etc are going through the roof. People do not take any responsibility for themselves and always try to shift blame - or try to claim for accidents - that is in most cases only an accident. We see it everywhere in society...sport/school/public events.
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    For all you guys that have done both events. How does the two events compare? Regarding: *Hospitality? *Trails?
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    Advice please for a newbie.....I started running about a year ago with two 5km runs a week. Sometimes a bit further and some weeks 3 times. Weekends are for cycling. This past weekend I did my first 10km race and finished with a time of 1:02. I see it as a start somewhere. My question now - I want to become faster - a lot faster. My aim is to do a 10km in 50min by end of January. Will this be possible and what training must I do to achieve this?
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    Some of these bikes cost the same as a very small car - those I can test drive. Bike geometry differ a lot and I feel that before I fork out that amount of money I want to at least know what I am buying and if it suits me. My experience is that most bike shops will sell you what they stock not always what is best for you but best for their own pockets.
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    Sugar is apparently just as addictive as cocaine?!? For me it is better to cut it out totally, as you would not stop craving for it if you keep it in your diet.
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    The scratches are only on the surface whilst the chip is through the paint. Will post some later.
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    Well I know my bike is a tool but I feel like crying! There are two light scratch marks on my brand new Specialized frame with one deeper chip mark!!! I want to know is there anyway I can polish out the scratches and what do I do with the chip mark?
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    You all seems to be pro oval. I like the oval, but when I stand and padal it feels like there is a dead spot...exactly what the oval is supposed to remove. Anyone with the same experience?
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    Your local bike shop stock them. Why don't you take one for a spin?!?
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    Well spot nr 3 (tie) for me .... so near yet so far...
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    I really liked Ariane, but over the last few days I kind of lost a bit of respect for her - I do not think she is a good team player. She is obviously the better rider between in the team, but I could not once see that she is looking after her partner - unlike Annika that pushes very hard, but always give a wheel (or hand)....remember two years back how she pushed Ariane? Another thing - from the live feeds the last two days - I did not once see that she helped in the batches, not when they rode with Mariska or with Robyn.
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    What would you say who is in for the Epic win....Team Langvad or Team Luthi?
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    I look very good after my bike. Would not mind a scratch from a fall - part of the story of the bike. BUT accidental scratches from laying on concrete, bike rack etc. is something I despise. I have a custom built bike rack that is so easy to use that our girls can put the bikes on the bakkie in a jiffy - and it WILL not damage any bike in any way. Thanks hubby!
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    Anatomic' s ladies bib is very good quality and a good fit. A little bit over R1 000 but really worth it.
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    Another question: The main reason for starting running is to train in a limited time during the week. You guys doing cycling and running - how will running improve my cycling? EmptyB said it improved his cycling pace and climbing - what is the rest of your experiences?
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    I am also a newbie... Started running in October for the first time in my life, I started run/walk 2km and upped gradually. I can do now 8km comfortable but I am VERY SLOW. When I started my knees gave me a bit of a niggle, but I think it was the change of exercise. My two questions: 1) I want to run for 3 days in a row, but some advise that I got was that it will only hurt my knees and that I must skip a day. What is your opinions on this? 2) As I said - I am really slow. Must I just keep doing my (aiming for 10km) till I get faster in time? or Must I try to push myself to go faster? or Must and when do I start doing intervals (as that seems the thing to do to up you speed)?
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    Thank you for the reply. I will definitely make use of your offer to made up bibs for us with the old padding. This is what I call good service! Thanks.
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    As a lady I feel that the anatomic bibs WERE by far the best fit and padding, but recently you change the pink padding to a new red version. According to your office the red padding is only a reverse from the pink - I differ. The red is not so comfortable, much 'warmer' and it feels much more sweaty. It is really sorry as I (and my female cycling friends) will now have to find a new bib that will give us the same comfort as your previous range.
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    Can you see what others predictions are?
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    I think the problem here lies with society. People do not take responsibility for their own actions and tend to blame (sue) others. The decision of CTCT was to cover themselves because people nowadays cannot think for themselves and live with the consequences.
  21. Accelerate
    I have never interacted or met Barry, but somehow are deeply touched by his death. After reading all the comments and remembrance of him it make me want to be a better person. RIP Barry
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    #USNEpic Stage5 04:18:19
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    #USNEpic Stage4: 2:54:55
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    #USNEpic Stage3: 04:31:29
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    #USNEpic Stage2: 04:05:05
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