Jump to content

Nick

Administrators
  • Posts

    2460
  • Joined

  • Last visited

Everything posted by Nick

  1. Sunday 21 August 2016. https://www.bikehub.co.za/events/event/2318-all-mountain-enduro-helderberg/ And I'll add it to the press release.
  2. Just read this interesting article today saying visibility appears to make little difference in New Zealand: http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/bike-safety-the-great-fluoro-fallacy-20160802-gqiwce.html I'm still going to light myself up like a christmas tree though, I think it helps. And I can't do much to change drivers expectations of seeing me on the road other than by riding my bike more.
  3. First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we're featuring the Lapierre Xelius SL road bike, Specialized Women's Motodiva shoes and Oakley's Radar EV sunglasses. Click here to view the article
  4. And here's the GoPro highlights video from Loosefest:
  5. Last week some of the best freeride mountain bikers, accompanied by a throng of onlookers, invaded the small and quiet Ferme Libert Bike Park in Belgium. The reason, the third running of Loosefest. Photos by Eric Palmer. Download attachment: Loosefest 2016 Eric Palmer 70.jpg Click here to view the article
  6. Bike Hub are in the peaceful Belgium town of Malmédy to witness Loosefest 2016 hosted by Nico Vink. Nico, a former World Cup downhill racer, has made a name for himself building and riding some of the biggest jumps in freeride mountain bike. We've got a few exclusive photos by Eric Palmer from the first warm up sessions. Also watch the POV and highlights videos from Day 1. Click here to view the article
  7. The 2016 South African Cross-country mountain bike champs took place at Cascades MTB Park in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday 16 July 2016. In the elite categories it was Mariske Strauss and James Reid who came out tops to be crowned XCO champs. Click here to view the article
  8. Straight off the plane from the Lenzerheide World Cup, Mariske Strauss and Cherie Redecker of OMX Pro Bike Team have been hard at work training on the SA National MTB Champs XCO track at Cascades MTB Park in Pietermaritzburg. Watch as Mariske and Cherie give us a guided tour of the National Championship course. Click here to view the article
  9. A brand new downhill track has been built at Cascades MTB Park in Pietermaritzburg for the 2016 South African National Mountain Bike Championships this weekend. Watch local downhill shredders Jonathan and Christopher Philogene from the 2Bro's Downhill Racing Team show us down the track. Click here to view the article
  10. Unless I'm mistaken, a phone GPS can't communicate via satellite. So it won't be able to send for emergency help or let people know you're safe or track your movement when outside of signal. In my mind, that's the main benefit of these products and the value all depends on how much time you spend in places without mobile connectivity. But I agree, for most, a phone will do just fine.
  11. Haha, we're dealing with the hypothetical here.
  12. Anyone know if ICASA would be a bit more sticky about eTap using AIREA and not an existing protocol they're familiar with?
  13. Event Name: Illovo Eston MTB Challenge When: 7 August 2016 Where: Eston Farmers' Club, Kwazulu-Natal Category: MTB Start Times, Distances & Entry Fees: 08h00 - 60km Illovo Eston Marathon (Pre-entry - R200, Late entry - R230) 08h30 - 40km aQuellé Eston Half Marathon (Pre-entry - R160, Late entry - R190) 09h05 - 18km STIHL Tala Family Ride (Pre-entry - R130, Late entry - R150) 09h40 - 10km Omnia Kids Ride (Pre-entry - R60, Late entry - R70) Entries: Enter via ROAG (www.roag.co.za). Pre-entries are open and will be accepted until 31 July 2016. Late entries will be accepted online from 1 August until 24h00, 3 August or at the venue on the day. A 15% family discount is also offered to all purchases of four or more entries (excluding CSA day licenses). Registration: At Eston Farmers' Club on Sunday, 7 August from 05h30-09h30. Giveaways: The first 1750 entries will receive a race garment with 60km & 40km pre-entrants (field limited to 800 riders per race) receiving a long sleeve, moisture management shirt and 18km pre-entrants receiving a limited edition cap. No garments to late entrants! More information can be found at www.illovoestonmtb.co.za Go to Event Page
  14. Before the launch of YT Industries in South Africa earlier this year, the Capra was a rare sight on our trails. Only a handful Capra's made it into the country ridden by those willing to jump through a few hoops. Despite the restricted supply, the rave reviews from international media and riders made an impact on our shores. Then there were low prices making it seem even more worthwhile trying to get that distant relative to take delivery of a bike while you were passing through Europe. Click here to view the article
  15. Perhaps you're just very mature for your age I'll correct the release.
  16. Andreas (left) picking up his new wheelset from Shane at Darkhorse Wheels this afternoon.
  17. The Ambush marks Specialized’s entrance into the growing extended coverage trail and all-mountain helmet market. Such helmets are set the tough task of increasing protection whilst remaining light, comfortable, well ventilated and practical on the trail. Specialized have managed to tick all the boxes on their first attempt. Click here to view the article
  18. Monster weren't directly involved in this one. There's a bit more on the fundraising and design here.
  19. UPDATE: https://www.facebook.com/nigel.hicks.902/posts/10154173875850359
  20. They were photoshopped in. I probably should have mentioned that.
  21. Thank you all for your great submissions here and on social media. I applaud you for your enthusiastic disregard for Rule #49. The winner The winner of the Darkhorse Wheels is Andreas de Lange.
  22. Results are online here. Although considering a Grand Master took 13 minutes out of Gert Heyns, I'm going to guess they're provisional.
  23. Preliminary results should be here: https://www.saseeding.org/participants/event-results/nissan-trailseeker-wp-2-2016-06-25 But doesn't seem they've uploaded them. Should be out later today.
Settings My Forum Content My Followed Content Forum Settings Ad Messages My Ads My Favourites My Saved Alerts My Pay Deals Help Logout