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This is the notice that will go out in the course of the day..... Dear riders We have been monitoring the weather in the Elgin Valley for the last week and the weather sites that we use have predicted very wet, cold and windy conditions for this coming weekend. I cycled across Oak Valley and Paul Cluver farms this past weekend and the trails are wet and muddy. Eikenhof dam is overflowing, having filled up from almost empty in less than 3 months. The ground is saturated. The forecast says there will be rain in excess of 30mm falling in the 24 hours leading up to the start of the race, but the rain will continue falling well into Monday as well. For the sake of your safety, we have decided to postpone the Tiletoria Elgin Valley MTB to Sunday 7 October. This is the earliest available date on the event calendar we could find. The single track on Paul Cluver and Oak Valley farms will be slippery & treacherous. The Groenlandberg is going to be extremely cold, wet and windy. The wind chill factor will push the temperature close to freezing and your usual rain gear will be soaked and not keep you warm. Your hands will be frozen and make gripping the handlebars on rough terrain extremely difficult. It would be irresponsible of us to proceed with the event, knowing the inclement weather will increase the risk of personal injury. Not to mention the accelerated wear & tear on your mountain bikes. I apologise for the inconvenience that our decision may have caused you. We waited as long as possible, hoping the weather would turn, but conditions have worsened. If you are unable to join us on 7 October at the Paul Cluver amphitheatre, we will refund your entry fee. Our sponsors support our decision, but I trust you, the riders, understand why we have taken the decision to postpone the Tiletoria Elgin Valley MTB. Regards Robert

PPA will be emailing all that have entered and we are all busy contacting our web administrators to update all the FB and associated web pages.

Morning All, I have just been notified by Pedal Power Association that the Tiletoria Elgin Valley MTB this weekend will be postponed due to the terrible weather forecast and the highly probable unsafe conditions. The Tiletoria Elgin Valley MTB will now be held on Sunday 7 October 2018. We apologize for the inconvenience, however the safety of the riders are first priority. Regards Michael de Kock.

Event Name: The Tiletoria PPA Elgin MTB Event - Postponed When: 26 August 2018 Where: Paul Cluver Estate, Western Cape Category: MTB Entries for the Tiletoria Elgin Valley MTB, taking place on Sunday 26 August at the Paul Cluver Estate near Grabouw, are now open An early bird special will be available to the first 25 entrants for each distance. This amounts to a total of 100 entries at drastically reduced prices! Riders have a choice of 4 routes: 70 km, 45 km, 30 km and 15 km. The 70 km route once again takes riders to the top of the iconic Groenlandberg. The long climbs and rutted dual track descents will test the rider’s endurance and skill, while some fast, flowing single track close to the finish line adds a fun element to what will be a tough day on the bike. Both the 45 km and 30 km routes will be using the single tracks on Oak Valley and Paul Cluver farms, while the 15 km route is a flat, non-technical route ideal for beginners and youngsters. All routes will offer a “Race” and “Ride” category, with riders holding a CSA MTB racing license being eligible to compete in the Race categories in their respective WPMTB age categories. Prize money will be up for grabs for the top three male and female cyclists. The 70 km and 45 km routes will count for Wines2Whales seeding. R60 000.00 in prize money will be up for grabs. Food trucks and vendors will be offering a variety of food and beverages at the race village, including craft beer and local wine & cider. Entries are limited to 1500 riders. Late entries will be available on race day, unless online entries are sold out. For more information, please visit www.pedalpower.org.za Enquiries: wendy@pedalpower.org.za or gary@pedalpower.org.za Go to Event Page2018.pdf

So have you registered? Did you like your little Tiletoria gift?

021 691 0110 Shaheema

A huge shout out to GoPro - I lost the clip that holds the waterproof case and not only did they courier it to me in less than 24 hours but they also gave me a spare one - many thanks for your great service

When we went past there all we saw was the dreaded white cloth over the body. R.I.P.

As a representative from Tiletoria and The Outriders I wish to say a huge thanks to all who made this event a huge succes. This by far was our biggest turnout ever. Many thanks again and enjoy the rest of the racing season. Michael de Kock.

Windguru and then go to Big Bay and Melkbos. dont firget this is West Coast so it can be pissing down elsewhere but clear in Table View

Still no rain for Sunday and all looking good for a great day of cycling

Windguru says no rain.......

Looking good and you going to have a nice behind behind you to blow you home...

Online can be done on www.theoutriders.co.za You can also pre enter at Tiletoria showroom until Thursday or you can enter on the day at the venue.

Howdi Guys. There will be lots of food, coffee, the pub is open, music, have ordered a jumping castle and a face painter for the kids. See you there.

Hope to see all at the event and here is some of the lucky draw prizes A NIGHT FOR TWO (2) AT THE CLARENDAN BOUTIQUE HOTEL BREAKFAST FOR TWO (2) @ RESTAURANT AT THE CAPE GRACE HOTEL 1 LOCAL RETURN AIR FLIGHT ON MANGO AIRLINE R 5000.00 TILETORIA VOUCHER 3 x MEDICAL AID BAGS WORTH R250 EACH FROM DISCHEM 4 X DOUBLE WEEKENDS AWAY AT ANY PROTEA HOTEL CYCLE TEKNIX - LOTS OF CYCLING PRIZES GIANT MTB GRANNY GOOSE DUVETS 3 X R250.00 VOUCHERS TO FLOWERS AND MORE 4 X R500.00 CASH PRIZES FROM TYGERBURGER 1 X R500.00 PETROL VOUCHER FROM UMS 1 X DOUBLE DUVET COVER FROM LINEN HOUSE 1 X BED THROW FROM LINEN HOUSE 10 X R100.00 SPUR VOUCHERS 4 X RETURN TICKET ON TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLE CAR

Look who has entered the Tiletoria WCE - Ernst Van Dyk is a South African wheelchair racer. He has won a record 9 wheelchair titles in the Boston Marathon. He was also awarded the Laureus World Sports Awards for Sportsperson with a Disability of the year for 2006. Van Dyk finished fifth at the 2012 Paralympics TT and secured a silver medal in the men’s individual Paralympic H4 road race. Stuart Mc Creadie who finished seventh in the men's individual H2 time trial finals will be racing him for line honours in the 85km route.

Event Name: Tiletoria West Coast Express When: 21 October 2012 Where: Sunningdale Sports Club, Table View, Western Cape Category: Road The TILETORIA West Coast Express, to be held on Sunday 21st October from Sunningdale Sports Club, is billed as the Fastest Flattest Ride in the West, and for the past 8 years has seen unprecedented growth. According to Rodney Beck, Chairman of the Table View based Outriders Cycle Club, popularity of the event can be attributed to the fact that we cater for all levels of cyclists, and that funds raised from the event are donated to various charities. The main beneficiary this year is Afrika Tikkun. The event has three distances, 85km, 65km, and 19km. The 85km route starts at 06h30 and traverses the R27 and then turns right to Mamre where the riders encounter a little hill called the “never ender” as just when you think you are on the top, it just seems to continue forever. From that point on its fast and furious going past Atlantis where speeds of 50 – 60 km are the norm for the racing group. From there, the route sweeps off to Melkbos taking in the majestical view of Table Mountain where the route finishes on Big Bay Boulevard. The 85km route has league status so attracts all Cape Town’s top rides and those who wish to hone their racing skills. The 65 km route leaves at 07h15 and also follows the R 27. At the Melkbos turnoff it turns right towards the N7, then its onto the Old Mamre road, into Atlantis and back to the finish following the same route as the 85km. The 19km which starts at 08h30 caters for the novice and parent/child rider. There is plenty on offer for family members who are waiting for their loved ones to complete the fun ride. The start/finish has a carnival type atmosphere with lots of food, music, face painters and a jumping castle for the kids. At the finish there will be a commemorative medal for the first 1,500 finishes. Expect lots of lucky draw prizes like bicycles, hotel vouchers, lots of bike accessories and Tiletoria, who have sponsored the event for 4 years, will be giving a R 5 000.00 voucher that can be used on tiles, laminates, sanware etc. from the Tiletoria showroom. For more information go to www.theoutriders.co.za or email rodney@theoutriders.co.za Go to Event Page

Seen two weeks in a row between Paddocks and Sunset Beach

I am looking for accommodation in the area for 3 people. Please pm me if you can help.

Can advise you that we have just met with City to form something like a "Friends of the Cycle Path" to monitor the route.

Where in Cape Town are you staying?

Most Tuesdays and Thursdays a small group meets 5.30 at the wall between Doodles and Monties. Wednesday its MTB in Koeberg

Awesome pics and many thanks to all who attended.