Sharkie 2

Sorry not sure how to post it otherwise only video I could get see online.

I think the TDF Femmes made her reconsider retirement.

Dan Bigham had a crash as well. G Basson finished in 18th.

Wahoo do have the pedals and GPS's to keep them going and with like most things cycling related a proportionate of cyclists always want the newest so sales should tick over.

Hoping both are on the start line for RR.

No Saffas on the start line for woman's TT.

They normally ask you what is in the box or bike bag at check in, that probably counts as declaration?

They probably do ask the regions to bid, in reality the region who has the funds to host or sponsors lined up will get it. To be able to have the required insurances in place the will have to demonstrate the required RAMS for the routes selected. I really can't see how you can prove rider safety without full road closures or rolling road closures.

While watching the streaming of the ladies race yesterday I thought the same about the expansion joint and thought by myself how many riders will fall today because of wheels getting stuck. Ashleigh had a crash in a classic in EU a few years ago with a similar road detail.

Brigitte has helped and managed Jean since he started his journey for Olympic qualification nearly 5 years ago. She is well qualified and deserved to be selected and has the experience to manage the team.

I edited my original post above. UCI selection rules for Olympics are also at play.

Cycling SA had a selection policy irrespective of national titles with a number of classed events set out that resulted in rankings. *edit Also the selection policy from the UCi called for the following -Hold a validUCIlicense issued by aNational Federationrecognised by the UCI. -Have at least 10 UCIpoints in the Individual UCI World Ranking of 27 October 2019*

Nothing will happen to any individuals if claims are true. Lets hope CSA will get the leadership it needs, there are individuals who really try and do their best to support the athletes, this is not great for a Federation that is 9 months away from an Olympics. I truly hope whoever is appointed can take CSA to the level where it can be. Apparently Bellville Velodrome has been saved for another couple of years. This facility should be the base for CSA, follow the model that every other successful Cycling Federation has and make this HQ. Have gym facilities, physio’s, rider accommodation etc. Develop the talent and support them through the ranks.

I just actually got back from a trip with a couple of friends from the UK for a quick cycle to Belgium. We left Sevenoaks early Saturday morning and cycled to Dover 102km, had breakfast, and then boarded the ferry for a two hour crossing to Dunkirk. Dunkirk to Brugge was up next and we got off the ferry at 3pm. Goal was to reach Brugge as early as possible and you can do this quite easily as it is mostly flat all the way. We hit a snag with about 30km to go when a friend snapped his hanger, we made the bike single speed but kept on having issues every now and then. With all the stops we arrived in Brugge at 7.30pm, booked into our accommodation, showered and went out for dinner taking in some of the sights of the beautiful town. The town square was so lively with a show on and loads of people sitting around and enjoying the summer weather. Dinner that night was great with a couple of Belgium beers and a fresh waffle to round it off. Next morning was an 8.30am start back to Dunkirk to catch the ferry home at 2pm. Challenging with our friend on a single speed but made it in good time. Lunch on the ferry and a train back from Dover home. Really beautiful cycling through the garden of England (Kent) on the way to Dover and then cycling along water canals all the way to Brugge passing through small towns. We will be doing a lot more of this over the next couple of years.

Well bud do it then bud. Pretty sure you will also say the hour record is not that hard...all about gearing as well.