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I went through the same decision making process a few weeks back when I decided to enter the 94.7 on the last day... A week later I made up my mind and bought a 2013 Merida Race Lite 903, a 60km and 100km race under the belt and I'm loving it... I get dirty during the week and Saturday's on the mtb, then hit a road race on a Sunday... Just needed to get used to those thin wheels and remember to steer around potholes and not through them. Also went for a bike fit straight away, to avoid any set-up issues, fitted the same pedals as my mtb and haven't had any issues... Enjoy it

Thanks for the advice Pezulu in doing the shorter route, this is real mtbing... survived the 25km lap, and managed a 1:42. But probably not the best event to try with clipless pedals just fitted on the Thursday for the first time... But enjoyed it non the less, in my limited experience I found the event well organised and will be signing up for the 50km in August if work allows.

I was looking at 'investing' in my first pair of assos uno's, but unfortunatley no size large available in Jhb according to the local bike shops... Even distributor doesn't have stock they say... The brand Northwave was suggested, specifically the Treasure Carbon and Treasure Gel... Anyone out there have any info on this brand, as I haven't read any comments about them?

Great to read positive reports about cyclefit, got my fitting in an hour... New to the sport of mtb and battling with right leg pain after a hard ride, looking forward to getting the bike set up 100% and that 30% increase in performance

Thanks for info, so signing up for the 25km this weekend then will hit the 50km next month which will great prep for my next step up to the 60km 2 River MTB Challenge in Bothaville in September... Heard good things about this event too...

Hi guys, is there any route info/profile available for this event, having just done my first mtb event on sunday, 30km Walkerville Classic. I need to decide if I have sufficient talent and legs to attempt the 50km on the day...