DEADWOOD

Thanks for the info,we will definetly be looking to take on the suggestions and have already started negotiations with Leeuwkop to allow us to make use of some more single track. We improved dramtically from last year, now we will start developing the route, but all need to bear in mind what we have and are allowed to work with

Well put

You need to ready fine print as it did state that distance could vary 5km either way. This is to be expected consirdering the terrain changing daily due to construction.

Thanks for the great support at the split Anton, was much appreciated.

Spot on boys, 99.9% of the riders I have chatted to enjoyed the ride for what it was. A Route in the middle of JHB will always be testing to develop especially with all the development taking place. I was in charge of assisting in the route design and building, and people do not understand the difficulties involved in organising a race that goes through terrain that changes every day, ensuring we get approval from the prison and Gautrain and build the during time I have taken off work. The aim this year was to improve on last year, namely no bottle necks and having a contingency plan in place if we had floods and mud. All in all a successful ride was had by majority, no bottle necks, no riders getting lost and an international starting line up the Epic would have been proud off ( Ps they all enjoyed the route... that might have been due to the fact they were riding a bit faster than most) I believe in the 80/20 principle and as long as improvement is achieved, I can accept the odd whiner as there will always be 1. Ps if you are looking for a route with scenery drive 4 hours to Sabie or Mankele. But I believe in trying to listen to all, even tennis players, so next year I will include some more single track and will make it a bit easier so you can crack the 2 hour mark.

Hi, you and your mates are more than welcome to join the Midrand Country Cyclists (MCC). We ride from the Midrand Mug & Bean every Saturday starting at 06h30. We cater for all levels and the route varies every week. The crowd is very outgoing and sociable and makes fora great riding vibe. Give us a bash. You can call me on 082 608 0122 or email me at wayneb@cdt.co.za and I will add you to the weekly diary. Have a good week from DEADWOOD.

Hi to all MTB'ers, feel free to join me on Saturday rides from Midrand Mug and Bean at 06h00 sharp. 4 riding groups available catering for all strenghths. Fun bunch of people, club is Midrand Country Cyclists. My contatc number is 082 608 0122