Pikey

Haven't been here in ages. Some nice changes have been made. Forgot how rocky the swimming pool & boxing ring section is ???? Will take some pics next time.

perfect bike & set up. You will be thankful for that 28.You will be fine,just pace yourself.

So true...toughest 70km I have ever done by a long way. The soft grass sand rocks etc make it taxing on your legs. Good luck to all those doing it .

That canyon is rather splendid gummi ???? Oh and so is the scenery ????

A proper challenge it is ????

Dont think it's to technical . The fast decent after the monster climb is wide enough to go at the speed that makes you comfortable. Haven't done it for 2 years now,but can't remember any really tech stuff.

100% if she kills her legs she will hit the wall.

^^^^ This -Theres a massive difference between the 20km TS and 35km ( thought it was 40km) think there is 800m of ascent . Slow & steady wins the race in this scenario. Stop & eat and drink every watering point .if she needs a rest take in the scenery, it's gonna be a tough day for her . Kudos for doing it and best of luck,just enjoy the time together.

thats classic dude ,ppl normally only post there cool stuff they get right not wrong ????????????

+1 ^^^

And make sure your fork isn't stuck in lockout ????????

i helped a guy plug his tyre here,side wall cut . Luckily he got to the finish as it held up

What a great race. I can't say enough about how well this race was organized and how sweet the route was. Some nice little rocky bits with 2 good stiff climbs. And the feeling of riding an unknown route and area was cool. Overall really nice route thourghly enjoyed it and perfect weather ????. You can not beat this race for value for Money...Makes me wonder why I don't do more of the smaller races instead of the oversubscribed overpriced commercial races. Time for a change . Friendly ppl & lots and I mean lots of watering points. Will definitely be back next year. If you haven't done this race put it in your calendar. Anybody know who was taking all the photos?

After watching the videos on this thread am looking forward to this ????????

Flippin Awesome ???? ????????

awesome to hear

Looking to test the legs ????....is most of climbing after halfway ?

motivation right there ...enjoy .

you ready ????

that explains a lot...????

on a cotic steel frame ????on my road bike is just under a 2h30 when pushing a bit. I would have to do 2h45 + to survive 2 laps ???? Then a 2:14????....I'd say good training .

Been struggling flu / bronchitis & fatigue for the last 3 weeks. Finally caught up with me on last Wednesday . Now am on antibiotics and nebulizer and been banned for 10 days. Am so gutted & pi$$ed of with myself that I didn't listen to my body earlier. Could of saved myself a fair few days instead . Listen to your body we think we bullet proof, but surprise surprise we not. So had to miss emperors palace race this wkd and am hoping to do tour of Durban . Really don't want to miss that . But if not ready will have to. When you sick or run down you have to listen .

i think the wind split most groups up in that race. Was tough conditions.

you'll be amazed what a year can do. My first road race was the tour of Durban almost exactly a year ago. Have improved gradually over the year...stick at it and put in the Km's. You'll be amazed ,well done on today ????

A bit bummed I missed this one ☹️...well done to all,especially my mate TP who finished in the top half of C ????