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    Awesome stuff! I will spectate for a few hours tomorrow. All the best, guys!
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    On the lookout for a second watch in order to take part in a 12hr endurance event in May. My Vivoactive's battery won't survive beyond 6-8hrs. Doesn't need to be the latest and greatest, wrist-HR ideal, but happy with a HR strap. I'm not looking for freebies (but I mean, if you really want to, I won't complain). Cheers
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    Is anyone doing the Backyard Ultra at Van Gaalen this weekend?
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    Hi there, Do you know if their route follows gravel roads/quieter tar roads?
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    Revive. Looking to do some cycling in the area on an MTB. Are the roads still unsafe? Hoping for some saddle-time, so slabbing it is probably the way to go.
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    I don't mind running or walking in the rain. It was a drizz-ly 4km run this morning. But all I want to do now is cycle! And I'm not keen on cycling in the rain, purely from the perspective of sand and grim and grit going where it shouldn't.
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    Nope, but I want to go check it out and I am scheming for the one in November (I think it is).
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    Schwwweeeet!
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    Following. I’d like to do something like this but on dirt roads.
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    Hi Chris, Thanks for your offer to help! Managed to come right
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    Thank you, Wimmas. On a bit of a deadline. Need the bike tomorrow. But I will also take a look at places nearby that might be able to assist.
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    Good morning Hubbers, Does anyone in Gauteng have a left hand 175mm MTB crank arm they want to get rid of? Or a pair. Running Deore XT and the thread where the pedal goes in has stripped. Thanks!
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    I was looking at vests last year and was also really keen on the Inov-8. I tried one on at Trailbusters (PE), and didn't like the feel of it. The videos and reviews seemed awesome, but it just wasn't me. Then I tried the Ultimate Direction Mountain Vest (4.0 I think), and it felt right, and seemed more user-friendly. In the end, I didn't buy either as I was gifted with a Salomon vest, from one of the members here, and I haven't looked back. What an awesome piece of kit! I still discover new pockets and ways to use it. And you can fit so much in! Or just a water bottle and a snack. It is an XL, and I have a small frame, but even almost empty I find it comfortable to wear. Mountain Vest on special: https://www.runstore.co.za/ultimate-direction-mountain-vest-4-0/ Size small only though.
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    Thanks for the input on the Kalenji shoes. I have looked at the Mr Price Sport range and they just feel really cheap. The Kalenji's I picked up were lighter than my Adidas Solarglide's! I will see if they still have my size in stock at Decathlon come month end, and get a pair.
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    Hello folks, What are your thoughts on Kalenji shoes, sold by Decathlon? I have had a pair of Adidas Solar Glide's since early 2019. I've done x3 marathons and x2 half-marathons, plus all of my training in them, and they are getting tired. Looking to get a shoe for 5-25km distances, mostly training. Road. Once I am ready for my next marathon I will consider another pair of Adidas, but right now I just can't justify that amount of money for a shoe that will primarily be used for training. That being said, if Kalenji has a good long-distance shoe, I am open to that. I am not too worried about the brand and image, but rather fit and affordability. Thanks!
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    Thanks very much for the feedback, folks!
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    Hi there, I'm new to the area, and looking for good bike stores in the Randburg and Germiston areas. I have been to Cagees in Strubensvalley and the service was absolutely appalling. They treated a MTBer new to the sport like the scum of the earth, and their overall attitude was very unwelcoming. I have also been to The Bicycle Workshop in Lambton, and they were great. Friendly and efficient, and reasonably priced. While the store is small, they are happy to order whatever you need. Any other recommendations? Especially for someone new to the sport, who needs sound advice and not to be taken for a ride. Thanks!
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    Well done! This was my second time doing a half marathon event. Finished in 2h28, which I am happy with. Got a bad case of runner's stomach though. While the hydration points were great, I think they should have said there wouldn't be any food. And most importantly, that there wouldn't be toilets! I know for a lot of people a half marathon doesn't require food, but just knowing exactly what would be provided would have been nice. But otherwise, a really great run!
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    Wow! Some really good-looking bikes and sweet set-ups there. Thank you for sharing!
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    I use Maxed shorts, and have 3 shirts. Both shorts and shirts have lasted me well over 3 years of near-constant use. Only problem I have is odour. The shirts don't breathe as well as I'd like. That being said, the only shirt I have found so far that doesn't stink after a tough run is one from Core Merino. I wasn't keen on pay R400+ for a t-shirt, but it has been well worth it! Now, if only Maxed still made ladies shorts with pockets!
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    Sweet, I will check them out. Thank you. Ha, thanks!
  22. Gripen_85
    Hi Fred, Did you achieve your goal?
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    Thank you for the replies, folks. I am still quite new to running. Fell in love with it around mid-2018. I mostly do shorter distances, less than 7km. But I have done a half-marathon, as well as the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. What a blast! I'm getting over some knee and hip issues, and keen to hit the trails and start increasing the distances.
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    Hi Hubbers, Is there a website like BikeHub, but geared towards running? I have fallen in love with running and I want to start increasing distances etc, so I am looking at getting some gear (rain gear, hydration vest/pack etc), but to get set up with new gear is mega $$$ as you know. So I am on the hunt for second hand kit. I know there is Gumtree, but I have had good results buying/selling off forums such as BikeHub. Many thanks!
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    Hi Hubbers, I have moved to Cape Town from Somerset West, and I'm keen to explore new trails. I see on Google Maps there is a Lions Head Trail which you can access from Sea Point. Is a SANP Permit required to ride that trail? I only saw two signboards, one indicating a walking track, and another a cycling track. Thank you
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