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2 hours ago, _David_ said:
Will definitely get the job done, I see Dylan Johnson did Leadville on a Drop-bar hardtail.
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/bike-check-dylan-johnson-leadville-100-2023.html
Formerly known as a "monster bike" or "monstercross bike"?
I have flown my MTB - internationally and locally - with cardboard boxes, kindly donated by my LBS (the spez s-works MTB boxes are the best, if you can get one).
With careful packing, nothing got damaged and the boxes can be used again or recycled.
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18 hours ago, Phillippe Coetzee said:Id personally go for a gx Cassette again. Currently running a gx cassette with 2 x01 chains and a xx1 chainring, switching chains every 500km, heard you can get some serious milage with that type of setup.
The GX cassette and XO1 chain option last forever and ever - it even survived the muddy mess that was the last Joberg2C, which I could not believe.
18 hours ago, ephemeric said:I am an idiot.
Nope, you are not an idiot, just new to the sport.
Cycling is super expensive, especially mountain biking (things break).
The first answer to your post was correct. Ride the bike and have it repaired under warranty for as long as possible. Once you've exhausted the bike, warranty and/or your patience, make a decision about the sport. If the bug has bitten, buy a Titan (best value for money new) or a good second hand bike (ask on here for free advice)
Wishing you many happy miles.
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12 hours ago, Mr Anderson said:Went for a burn around the mountain on the missing link trail.
Nice pics! What is the condition of the trail like these days? Where did you enter and exit? THx
On 2/26/2024 at 10:06 AM, ChrisF said:
Zonnebloem shelter - been in the newspapers a few months back.
One of the articles - https://www.news24.com/news24/community-newspaper/peoples-post/have-your-say-on-new-shelter-planned-for-district-six-20230620
YES, there are/were MANY of these projects !! Sadly very few make it past the "public participation" phase.
EDIT : the term "shelter" is often mis-used in media. The Zonenbloem facility was earmarked as a rehabilitation centre. A shelter with the sole purpose of getting people back on their feet, and helping them with basic skills. This is totally different to the hot-meal-and-cot type facilities.
Thanks for the link - that one was opposed by the District Six residents / associations (IIRC) - it appears that NO ONE wants a shelter on their doorstep, not just the privileged few living on the Atlantic Seaboard.
It should be recognized that this is not just simple eviction and nothing else - last night, social workers / CoCT representatives were interviewing the homeless sleeping on the Promenade (which is also a huge problem). Not sure why, just interesting to see the ongoing initiatives.
19 minutes ago, ChrisF said:
Like clock work .... cleaning the city the week before the CTCT ....
The IRONY .... the very inner city residents STOPPED the process to provide a 100 bed facility to help needy people get back on their feet. The COCT is trying to provide these facilities, each the "local residents" stops the projects .... Then these same "local residents" gets upset about people living on the streets .....
Until the route cause is addressed, the crime wont let up.
SURE - there will always be "some" crime, but if a significant portion of these people are afforded the opportunity to get back on their feet, then there can be a drop in the crime.
Any facts to back that up? As far as I am aware, the new 300-bed homeless shelter has been approved and the Haven Shelter increased in size.
This was a Court-approved eviction, so due process was followed. The people in question do not want to be housed in a shelter or rehoused.
Source:
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/citys-300-bed-safe-space-homeless-shelter-gets-green-light/
16 hours ago, Robbie Stewart said:Not likely that any car was going to stop and help. We truly live in a sick and demented society.
Our Pastor in church this morning was talking about someone who found a lost wallet full of cash and cards recently, and this person went through quite a mission to find the owner. The pastor was contacted trying to find the guy who picked up the wallet and the owner was shocked that not only was his wallet returned, but that no money was taken. He said it was truly tragic that we live in a world where people are shocked by someone displaying integrity. That resonated with me.
The world today doesn't care about anyone anymore. I'm confident that even if these two chaps were assaulting the cyclist, he'd be on his own along that stretch of the N1. People are just unwilling to step outside of their comfort zones to help someone in need.
Robbie, you are applying High Trust Society morals to a Low Trust Society.
Our society is, unfortunately, a million miles away from High Trust; and you need to act accordingly.
Under the Oxford definition of FIRST WORLD PROBLEMS, it says:
MERCEDES BENZ HITS CANNONDALE
Jokes aside, sorry about your bike, PS, and happy hunting for a new one
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1 hour ago, Chrisjanopsyfiets said:Bike was sold to someone in Table View acoording to the Eikestad Nuus….
Let me say it the way it is:
If you buy stuff from dubious sources here, on Facebook or elsewhere you are complicit to a violent crime and deserve to be in jail….
and dont give that nonsense about “how do you know”….. you know when you know….
jeeesh this makes me angry.
(rant over)
You are 100% correct, Chrisjan.
Stealing AND the receipt of stolen goods USED to be crimes that were prosecuted in SA. Sadly, this is no longer the case.
The man arrested at Lion’s Head for robbery and attempted rape appeared in Cape Town Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.
According to IOL, National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson Eric Ntabazalila confirmed that Sidney Wolhuter (23) has been charged with two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances, two counts of attempted rape, and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
He said that the State would oppose bail if the accused applied and that the case was postponed until February 7 for bail information.
Rangers from Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) apprehended the man on Sunday.
The arrest was made as a result of a collaborative effort between SANParks rangers, City of Cape Town Metro Police, and law enforcement officers who located the suspect and recovered the women’s belongings.
The man was arrested, and the victims filed a criminal report.
Megan Taplin, TMNP manager, thanked all parties involved in the joint operation that resulted in the arrests.
‘Our teams will continue to monitor this area and ensure the safety of the park users. Well done to all involved and keep up the exceptional work!’
6 minutes ago, ChrisF said:Uhmmm ....
The body of a suspected mugger was discovered today after members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) returned to the scene to locate a stolen phone.
The tour guide attempted to protect the group by spraying the assailants with pepper spray, after which the two took off running.
Today, police returned to the scene after one of the stolen phones was traced to the area where the incident occurred. ‘It was discovered that the mugger had fallen off the trail along with some of the stolen possessions. At the time of his discovery, no vital signs were present,’ says Smith.
He adds that the cause of death will be investigated by SAPS
Rider or motorcyclist down at bottom of Glastonbury Drive (Bishopscourt)?
Ambulance and ER24 on site at above location, this am, and security says a bike went down / was hit a car in the corner?
Does anyone know anything about this; or was it a motorcyclist?
13 minutes ago, lenzman said:Almost traffic free sounds perfect.
Had a near miss with a Double Flatbed on Constantia Main and also a massive Grow Truck on Southern Cross.
This route is almost car free. You can ride the loop all the way to Tokai and back in safety - your only potential "problems" being walkers, dogs and horses.
BTW, there is a dirt track on the side of Southern Cross - it is for going UP the hill, even though it is on the "wrong" side of the road.
Personally, I would avoid riding above Kirstenbosch and then down to S-Cross drive, mainly because there are too many walkers and loose dogs (unless very early in the am).
If you do take that route, DO NOT cycle into Newlands Forest, as NO bikes are allowed (if you hit the tar, you have gone too far). The official bike path veers down / EAST / to your RHS & towards the M3, just after the steep descent from the contour path / where the road from newlands ravine merges.
On 1/16/2024 at 12:44 PM, lenzman said:I have recently moved to Tokai and started riding the different trails / routes in the area. I want to try Tokai to Newlands Forrest via Constantia Nek. Any advice or route maps for which route to ride and be safe would be very much appreciated.
My biggest concern is the route back from Newlands Forrest to Tokai. Was considering up Rhodes drive and then down Diep River trail.
I can show you a route from the forest to the top of Southern Cross, that's almost traffic free.
Cross under using subway, follow footpath to top of cannon, down cannon, down ravensburg, into hidding, cross the M3 at the lights (shell garage), follow riverside road all along the liesbeek into rose, turn LEFT at the 3-way stop into the park, exit park at kirstenbosch drive and cross into winchester ave, then up glastonbury drive, at top turn RIGHT and head up rhode drive, you will see the start of the official mtb route on LHS of rhodes drive...follow this all the way to the top of southern cross.
There is also a nice little diversion off to the LHS just ofter kbosch top gate - you can rejoin the route at cecilia forest or complete the loop (if you still have legs).
23 minutes ago, IceCreamMan said:Not on a bike today but have cycled here in the summer.
I can smell this picture...
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9 minutes ago, APJ88 said:Hi All,
I have cycling shoes and kit that I would like to donate - any charities I can support in and around CT? Some of the kit still holds value, but id rather have it go to a good home than selling.
advice would be appreciated.
Freewheel Cycology (spez store) in Kenilworth accepts donations, iirc, which go to songo.info or similar
7 minutes ago, Karooryder said:As many said above...
In essence, smart watches (Apple, Samsung) are fancy activity trackers. The rest are proper fitness training devices and designed as such. It's all about application.
Personally, I rate practicality over aesthetics - for one, I cannot see myself having to charge a device other than my phone daily and my Garmin Fenix7x with its 20day+ battery life is a no-brainer.
This statement is no longer 100% accurate.
The Quantified Scientist on YT does a bunch of comparative tests and the Ultra and Watch Series 9 outperform almost everything else on almost every metric (EXCEPT BATTERY).
The battery life can be largely addressed by switching off the "always on" screen, so it only activates when touched or when you rotate your wrist.
Unless you are an ULTRA-endurance (24hrs+) athlete, the apple watches' batteries are more than adequate.
A much bigger problem is Garmin's software, especially if you are an iPhone user.
3 hours ago, Headshot said:My experience of Ryder products has been excellent. They deserve kudo's for making affordable quality products that show up the show pony brands who overcharge for similar products by up to ten fold. I have a set of their SPD's on my road bike - so far so good. I have just bought their Force saddle for my HT bike which looks like a power saddle and costs R340. Yes, 1/10 the price of a fancy Spesh saddle. It is comfortable, reasonably light and looks good. Those shoes look good and I bet they are far cheaper than rival brands. I will give them a go when my old 5.10's finally wear out.
Another vote for their pedals. Lost my pedals in transit and replaced them with Ryders (as a temporary solution). They were so good, i haven't taken them off.
51 minutes ago, Johan1983 said:Anyone?
https://darkhorsewheels.com/ - the only carbon wheelsets within your budget, afaik.
I have a pair of mtb wheels from them that have been bombproof and completely trouble-free over 1000s of kms.
I would chat to them and see whether they can assist, even if they don't do gravel carbon wheels (but they do sell a gravel bike (with AL wheels) under their brand...go figure).
Simple Sam or Rook?
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See also: Titan Switch 2023 (<ZAR20K); or 2024 (ZAR24K), if budget permits
Both have carbon fork; 2024 has SRAM Rival drivetrain