Ispeed_V

Did this race in 2015. Vowed never to do it again. So far I have remained true to my word. Long may it last.

Another (often overlooked) option for Bibs is Panda Sportwear. Affordable (R1200) and the gel pad is supper comfy Plain Black Bib (Elite) – Panda Sportswear

Looking at the results (open/seeded batches), there looked to be just over 8000 starters (8032) and 7819 finishers (recorded time). That would equate to 213 non finishers. That said, I did see a number of riders out there that didn't appear to have timing boards so the above could be skewed.

Enjoyable day out. Aimed for a sub 3.30 and did 3.29. Even stopped for a taste of the craft beer going through Lonehill. Kudo's to all those who finished. #15 done and dusted.

My 2c worth: KTM Ultra Comp *ROCKSHOX* 2x11SPD*(L) | Hardtail Mountain Bikes | Bike Hub

As nice as they are, I cannot fathom dropping > R20k on a rack.

Thats what I meant, the sweeter and colder the better

Must admit, I am also an Oros fan. One bottle with Oros /water mix (tends to be on the sweet side) Other bottle contains water / salt tablet mix.

No time like the present

I hit 42 degrees on my ride yesterday. Even got tan lines of my bib through my jersey🥵 Luckily managed to control my fluid intake as was out for a good 6 hours (170Km's). The last 20 kays were definitely a HTFU moment.

Tape Measure and Scale - Old School.

650B gravel tires

Hi Dylan. Where would you be starting from? I would stay away from River Road and rather use St James Crescent over Bryanston Drive. Up St James and Left in Eccleston. Brings you out by the Hobart Spar. Far safer and less traffic. The return ride will be a battle though with the morning traffic

Have a Race Lite free to a good home?

Hub handle has changed 3 times over the 15+ years. All aligned to the bike ridden (Road) 1st: FONDTF3 - Fondriest TF3 2nd: FONDTF2 - Fondriest TF2 Current: ISpeed_V - Head ISpeed V