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  1. Squier
    Brilliant read! The closer we're getting to sani the more I'm contemplating taking my own food and steering clear of the food at the waterpoints... especially after reading this! Well done though on finishing Day 2 with a stomach bug!
  2. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    Only 2 more days of work to get through. Drink those vitamins, stay healthy and start packing. Next week this time we're making our way through the sugar cane on our way to Scottburgh!
  3. Squier
    You'll be fine, just take it easy. Forget about riding now as you won't get any fitter in a week. Just focus on getting and staying healthy. I rode last year with a bug and had a torrid time. Do your best to be 100% healthy and you'll be fine. You do have the base.
  4. Squier
    I saw that tweet. Next year sani is self navigated. My biggest worry was that my Bryton 40 won't do the job, but it seems that it will, so no issues. The feedback has been very positive though.
  5. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    We're in H for the Trail. I'm assuming they look at your previous sani times. I rode with a bug last year and had a torrid time. There's enough open road on Day 1 to sort the seeding out though. By Day 2 the system has sorted itself out and you'll be where you belong (barring any mechanicals).
  6. Squier
    I agree, still, it's a dumb rule. then rather just make a rule that you're not allowed to look like a knob.
  7. Squier
    Anyway, I also ride with a helmet mount but bought a handlebar mount for in case, just for this specific reason. I'll have my gopro on my helmet for sani, and if they complain I'll just move it to the bars. They're usually not too fussed though, but let's see.
  8. Squier
    Some rules just don't make sense. Like not being allowed to ride with a sleeveless shirt as it increases the risk of broken clavicles. Really?!? Not that I have ever ridden sleeveless. Just making a point.
  9. Squier
    Dates? Details?
  10. Squier
    Well, you can't really expect to get off scott free because you weren't the only sinner. I have to concede that he has a point though. It's as if the UCI and WADA point of view is one of "bring down US Postal and we've won" and I don't believe that to be entirely fair. But then, to Eldron's point, where will this end?
  11. Squier
    I got Large last year and the year before, but there's a little "wiggle room" now. I'm a similar weight and height than you though. Just thinking the Medium might be a nicer fit.
  12. Squier
    I need to swop a Large for a Medium. But I would like to fit the medium first though... just to be sure.
  13. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    Exactly a month from today we'll be in the Umkomaas valley!!
  14. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    We have accommodation in Uvongo over the Sani period that we won't be using. Details here: https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/86146-accommodation-in-uvongo-over-sani2c-period/ Uvongo is about 70km from Scottburgh.
  15. Squier
    You can swop at registration and every day after dinner. It is dependent though on finding someone who needs your size.
  16. Squier
    edit: double post
  17. Squier
    I have a lot of those and they are great. Last year and the year before I trained mostly with sufferfest vids or Jamie Morton mp3s during the week. But even though it makes you fit it just felt like a haphazard approach to training. Almost like my approach was ride as much as hard as fast and as far as possible every time you ride. It makes you fit, but you still want to peak at a specific point in time (during Sani), which this does not give you.
  18. Squier
    I also only do IDT during the week. I guess it's up to you to simulate real riding conditions, as far as possible, on the IDT. It get's really boring when you have to do the long zone 2 rides on the trainer, so I try and go out on the road for those, but I prefer doing intervals on the trainer. It's just more controlled. But I'll be honest, 2 hours on an IDT would kill me. I make sure I do all the intervals I need to, but cut down on the warmp up, warm down and recovery times to make the time on the IDT a bit more reasonable. Not ideal, I know, but a neccesary compromise due to time.
  19. Squier
    There is a sample programme on for Joberg2c. The Sani programme is very similar. Jeroen and Mike are the top sport scientists in the country, IMO, and it shows.
  20. Squier
    I saw on twitter yesterday that FitTrack developed a late starter training programme for people who is only getting into it now. I've never seen or used a FitTrack training programme (currently on the Science2Sport one) so can't vouch for them but perhaps worth a shot. It's not about training hard and long now but training smart and maximising the benefit you're get out of every ride. It would be best to get expert advice on exactly how to do that. All is not lost. You can still do quite a bit of work in a month.
  21. Squier
    Congrats Lizzy! That is still a really cool photo. Not quite a chameleon, but cool. Enjoy that GoPro!
  22. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    They say plastic bags over your socks works like a charm. Have to confess that I haven't tried it though.
  23. Squier

    Sani2C 2014

    Squier replied to Hermanus Cycles's topic in Events

    Doing my third Trail. Should be a blast! Was a little heavy for my first one, but finished comfortably. Was 5kgs lighter last year but went in still a little sick. Nearly died. Don't know how I managed to finish but I did. Not nearly as enjoyable as the first one. This year my focus is on staying healthy. The best advice I can give; Rather be 100% healthy than 100% fit. If you're sick, rest and get better. If you're not as fit as you wanted to be you'll just be a bit slower, but if you're sick you are screwed. Riding with a new partner who is also doing his first. Should be fun! Highlight of the year!
  24. Squier
    Wow, those Giants look awesome. Where is the best place to go for one? (or if anyone wants to get rid of an old one that doesn't fit anymore, drop me a PM ) I have the Wee-ride and my little guy loves it! He won't fit for much longer though, but luckily little bro is now 6 weeks old, so it'll still be used. That's why I need the upgrade...
  25. Squier
    Thanks!
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