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2022 KZN MTB Calendar v1.xlsx

Hi Arandre. Well done on getting back into the saddle. So in the past there were 2 clubs..Howick MTB Club and Karkloof MTB Club. There were also 2 separate trail networks and each club managed its own network. Howick traditionally had the forest on Curries Post side, Northwards up to the Shafton Road and Eastwards to the Karkloof Tar road. Karkloof traditionally had from the Shafton road further northwards and East of the Karkloof road, including Karkloof Falls area. Howick MTB club has since disbanded and Karkloof has absorbed all the trails into their network. Trail signage has been changed but I am not not sure how many of the Howick trails have remained open/cleared. There are some private land owners in-between which may have their own trails on their property. There is also a new trail network at the Nelson Mandela Capture site. These have incorporated the ex-St Ives trails as well as some new trails. These don't form part of the Karkloof Network.

Ola. Chansaw is correct. Still happy to advise on the area though.. let me know if there is anything you wanting to check out

Late to the party... Can get both Avalanche and Giant at dealership prices + VAT so happy to help out if that's an option. Stock is the challenge but might be in luck. If you would prefer to chat direct to the distributor then I am also happy to make the introduction and leave it with you ..and I would suggest asking them to come on board with a deal + accessories or something like that. Well worth the PR and positive message in these very strange times.

Likewise for Stuart. Have yet to meet a more dedicated yet humble athlete.

Champagne Sports Resort will be offering an accommodation special for the weekend of the event. R1 295.00 per person sharing (dinner, bed and breakfast) Please contact the resort directly for any queries or bookings.

Entries are open ! http://roag.co.za/eventinfo.aspx?EventID=2966

Event Name: 2019 Drakensberg Extravaganza MTB & Trail Run When: 23 November 2019 Where: Champagne Sports Resort, Kwazulu-Natal Category: MTB Fun and participation based MTB and trail run event hosted on the awesome Cathkin Trails and from the fantastic Champagne Sports Resort in the Berg. 10km and 20km MTB distance to choose from with cash prizes on offer to category winners. Both routes easy enough to ride with the kids.. or challenging enough to race if you you want to. Water tables on both routes with enough jellibabies to give the kids a reason to get there 1st Trail run option on the day and a road race the next day in Bergville. Go to Event Page

Howick Trails have a 20km novice/beginner route and a 25km intermediate route open. Both routes are well marked with green and orange arrows respectfully. https://www.trailforks.com/route/howick-trails-25km-intermediate-route/ https://www.trailforks.com/route/howick-trails-20km-set-route/ Please note that an annual membership OR day licence/indemnity is compulsory to ride these or any other trails/route. Trail runners also welcome. Routes start and finish at 11 Karkloof. http://www.11karkloof.co.za/

Reminder : Annual General Meeting of Howick MTB & TR Club is to be held at Howick High School (Dave Mayo Center) on 24 April 2019 at 1730. Please note that any person is welcome to attend but only valid 2019 club members are eligible stand for nomination and/or vote on any resolutions. All current club members are strongly encouraged to attend as there are several very important points to discuss that will influence the responsibilities/management of the club.

Please note that harvesting is still taking place in the gum block at the end of Long Lost Trail and also now starting with the section on the left of Shafton rd as you turn off the Karkloof tar road. This whole area remains closed till further notice. https://www.trailforks.com/polygon/350/

Hi all Our new trailhead at 11 Karkloof has opened and we are currently marking a set route (25km MTB intermediate). The trailhead provides ample secure parking, mobile/manual day license abilities and a base to start/finish your ride. Some of you might recognize the trailhead from the recent Howick Enduro/KZN Gravity Enduro Series #1. In future all day to day routes will start and finish here. The 25km MTB intermediate route will be followed by a 20km MTB easy route and a 35km MTB intermediate/advanced route and then trail running routes. There is also the option of creating your own route using trail forks (https://www.trailforks.com/region/howick-mtb-trails/planner/). Open days and club events are planned for later in 2019. Please feel free to attend these as they are catered towards giving you the best experience and exposing the trail network..and are free !

This weekend is DH National #1 at Cascades.. not in Howick No Enduro but there is an Enduro bike class in the DH

Great weekend of racing with a record 174 entries in the 2019 Sappi Howick Enduro. Also featuring as the KZN Gravity Ensuro Series #1, the conditions were perfect for sideways sliding Results are available at http://www.elitetiming.co.za/results/ Thank you to all who attended and we hope to see you back on the Howick Trails!

Hope all had a good time out on the Stages today. It was fast.. it was fun.. it was slippery in places and dry in others... it is Howick and we are very proud of our Club

Entries for the 2019 Sappi Howick Enduro and Classic close tonight ! Save yourself some moola and pre-enter online.. its worth every hard earned cent. Late entries are available on the day but come at a surcharge. Remember there is also a combo deal option of you have the Cahoonas to tackle both Enduro and 20km/40km Classic. http://www.roag.co.za/eventinfo.aspx?EventID=2385 Oh.. and those newfangled e-bike thinga-majinga bikes are allowed..

No worries If you do find yourself in the area come give the Howick Trails network a bash.. you guaranteed to leave smiling

Karkloof and Howick 2 different clubs, 2 different trail networks.. 2 different styles of trail and kinds of terrain

All the details are on the entry portal ... http://roag.co.za/eventinfo.aspx?EventID=2385 Yes.. 4 Stages to remain within the CSA regulations for younger participants. Entries close Wednesday 27 Feb. Late entries available on the day. REGISTRATION DETAILS:Date: 02/03/2019Time: 06:00-07:30 Venue: 11 Karkloof

Would recommend that you come have a pedal around if you can .. Stage 2 has A/B/C lines and would be a good idea to have a look at what line you want to take before heading down Stage 1 and Stage 3 also have A/B lines.. Details are park at 11 Karkloof, pay your day licence (via MySoS so please install app before you come or pay cash via honesty box. MySoS also generates indemnity but if you doing cash payment you will need to fill in the indemnity book). All stages will be marked from 1030am but no medics are on route. Transition/Liaisons will be marked with red arrows.. just follow them to find Stage 1 - 4. Please don't damage any markings or break tape.. or create sneak lines! Also remember no shuttling or any private vehicles in the forests at any time. If you break this rule it will be an immediate DQ with no refund. On-official practice till 5pm. Then join us at Pyga for some essential vitamin replenishment

Don't forget to join us on 1 March at the Pyga Showroom in Howick after un-official practice. Lions River craft beer on tap and a few snacks. 5pm onwards,.. see you there!

A valid 2019 Karkloof membership does indeed gives you access. Howick MTB Club and Karkloof MTB Club have a reciprocity agreement in place so any Howick member can ride Karkloof at no cost and visa versa. Please note if a Karkloof or Howick member you must display your board on your bike, along with the valid 2019 membership sticker on the board. If you dont have or have forgotten your board/valid sticker then you will need to purchase a day licence. 3 stages start at Firetower and 1 from Puffadder Pass. Please note that work is still taking place on all stages. Stages will be complete and ready for un-official practice on Friday 1 March.

Great day out working on the trails today. Got a lot done and really happy with the comments from riders we saw out there. Stage 1 and 2 getting well ridden in. Please remember day licences are necessary to ride anytime outside of race day. If making use of the mobile app please download MySoS prior to the event to avoid any extra data usage or delays.

Ahh... a little sneak (line) attempt We meeting at 11 Karkloof tomorrow morning at 630 to head out at 7. If you coming to help work meet us there.. if you coming to ride and sneak peak the stages then ride until you find us

Stages coming along nicely. Will be working on some final clearing and polishing this weekend. If you out on the trails this weekend to try get a sneak peak please remember a day licence is necessary (unless you have a annual membership). If you see us out there please feel free to stop and say hi .. always happy to hear comments. Day licences available at Howick Hospital, 11 Karkloof and via MySoS (mobile app) Stage 4 may need to change depending on current Sappi harvesting. Will only know that late next week as it depends on their progress.