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  1. Zamorano
    Hello everyone So yesterday was my first ever ride on a road bike, and on well... a road! Just thought I would share some of my experiences, and hope others could share theirs, and perhaps give me some pointers and tips on how to improve: 1) started my ride at around 6am in and around sunninghill - roads were quiet and good as I am not too keen on vehicles near me. I need to build up confidence 2) I made the mistake of starting my ride on a hill ascent and about 500 metres in, asked myself the question, "why am I doing this?" 3) I am seriously seeking advice on how to keep a road bike in a straight line, without straying and getting knocked by a taxi flying past me! 4) Having ridden a mountain bike back when I was a kid, I have come to realise yesterday that a road bike accelerates so so so much faster, and well, realised that it is harder to brake as the brakes are much sharper 5) I barely managed 5km, and called it a day. Not too sure if that was a terrible first ride or whether it was decent. I felt that I could do much better albeit it for balance, fear of cars, general fitness. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated
  2. Rachmaninoff
    Hi guys So I'm in the market for a new (secondhand) bike with a budget of around R13 000. I had a carbon frame, which was too small, with a full campy centaur groupset and won't have mind something similar, just in my size. I've been looking at bikes 58-60cm in size but seems the classifieds are a bit thin on that front at the moment. Which got me thinking about maybe going the steel frame (something like this: https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/277590-peugeot/ ) route with a modern groupset (something like this: https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/276309-shimano-ultegra-6700-10spd/ ), leaving some change for nice wheels. Is this doable or daft? Have anyone experience with mixing old and new? Or any other advice would be appreciated. R
  3. hweich
    I posted something similar 2yrs ago [part 1] when i was very excited about my Colango cyclocross bike. this was something completely new but with time, a few major irritations developed and when it was written off recently, i would be lying if i said i was disappointed. with the help of the nice people at Santam, a new frame was soon under way [i initially wanted to order it from my old supplier in the UK, but that is not necessary: Mark Nel from Alpinesports sorted me out in no time at i price that is very competitive. MY PROBLEMS: I need a commuter that can do some gravel/single track on the way to work and on weekends be a road racing bike [i have a MTB for proper off roading]. the old bike was designed to handle Sven Nys for one hour [out of the saddle] only and was the second hardest and most uncomfortable bike i ever rode [35c tires makes little difference] some people call me a snob. i believe that you are only a snob if you look down on others. i don't look down on people who do not ride Campagnolo. but i have had such amazing experience with it that i don't ride anything else- the only problem is that they did not have disc brakes for my last bike, so i had mechanical disc calipers- only for the suicidal. completely useless. but campag did not have disc brakes available. to ride off road, you need different gearing: 50/34 front and 11-29 at the back. for things like the Swartberg100 i however wanted to put a 32 cassette on the back but for that you need a medium cage derailleur which i did not have exposed Gear cables get full of dust/mud and after 4 rides, your shifting becomes a problem my old bike had a Powertap rear hub which is great but the wheelset weighed >2kg and the Stans GrailX rims got dented if you looked at them THE SOLUTION: see picture below. i have a spare set of road racing wheels for weekends smaller frame +thin rear stays+ 27,2 carbon seatpost with huge flex= completely transformed ride. Very comfy. I trawled the internet for months and as soon as Campag launched their hydraulic disc setup i ordered it. the brakes are simply unlike anything if ridden before: great stopping power but with good modulation [the Srams i tested before had no modulation: you touch them and you're over the handlebars]. i ordered a medium cage derailleur which handles the gear ratios much better the new frame allows me to run the cable housing from the Ergolevers all the way to the derailleur and so far the shifting is excellent Stages powermeter and for everyday riding i bought Campag Zonda wheels: not the lightest but strong and VERY stiff. the hubs have old school cup and cone bearings which you can service yourself and i've had excellent experience with them in the pastFull specs: Frame: Colnago Prestige in EMIT colours on bare UD carbon Cockpit: Colnago Groupset: Campagnolo H11 with Recored derailleur [Chorus in pictures but this is on loan] Wheels: Campagnolo Zonda disc. thru-axle Tires: Schwalbe G-one 35mm rear and 40 front [ i have yet to see if 40 will fir the back] Seatpost: Colnago do not make a 27,2mm post in carbon any longer. this is 3T Team stealth Saddle: loan saddle in pictures soon to be replaced by my old Fizik Arione
  4. Louis
    Hi I usually ride Saturday mornings Road Cycling from Lanseria / Culinary through Kromdraai to the Caves and back. Estimated start time are from: Culinary at 09:00 in winterLanseria Airport at 07:00 in the summer. I am trying to average close to 30 km/h (on my own) for the 70 - 80 km route. Anybody feels like joining, send me a message. Louis
  5. nox1111
    The Inaugural Cape Duo ran from Thursday the 5th of October to Sunday the 8th. Results are available on the Racetec website at racetec.co.za 4 days, 6 stages, two bikes, on-road & off-road. Ride through the picturesque scenery of the Western Cape in this first-ever ultimate cycling experience. The race, being a brand new setup may have some teething issues, but overall it was an excellent event, with a great vibe and awesome roads and trails. Here's the highlights from the 4 days, from Silverback's media team, so focus on SB's team and their race experience. Marthinus Kruger and Yolande de Villiers rode well, picking up all four day wins for mixed teams, resulting in the overall 1st place for mixed teams and a well deserved 6th place in the overall results. Day 1: Slanghoek – Road & Mountain Bike (MTB). Road - 41 kilometers / 260 metres elevation gain. MTB – 22 kilometers / 500 metres elevation gain. Day 2: Welbedacht Estate - Road Stage Bainskloof loop – 91 kilometers / 1180 metres elevation gain. Day 3: Welbedacht Estate – MTB Stage. Welvanpas – 55 kilometers / 1300 metres elevation gain. Day 4: Rhebokskloof – Road & MTB. Road – 31 kilometers / 290 metres elevation gain MTB – 30 kilometers / 500 metres elevation gain
  7. nvh
    Can anyone offer some advice on the best (ideally safe, scenic and reasonably challenging) road route? I don't mind taking some detours. At the moment I've got something like this https://drive.google.com/open?id=1_F7VgQ6Mwd6Bmbd3V-iTGJXLcxI&usp=sharing Thanks in advance!
  8. RJK
    Looking for a vintage (late 60s to early 80s) DHC bicycle frame, any condition, size aprox. 58 to 60cm CTC. Needed for special build project to replace my fathers stolen bicycle that he owned for over 30 years!!! Any suggestions, advice, or assistance in getting this project off the ground will be much appreciated. Thanks.
  9. Gitfo
    Help me choose from these 3 options on a tight Budget? Now i got a thight budget, i would have to put spd pedals on, a bike fit and extra inner tubes aswell with this budget. My frame size is 56-58 Which one would you choose taken all factors in to account list 1-4: OPTION 1 - Scott CR1 Carbon 56cm - 105 - year:2006 R 8,500.00 https://goo.gl/roM5qZ - OPTION 1 - (doubdt - cant google or find this model specs anywhere???) Silverback Arizona 56cm - tiagara 9x2 - year:UNKNOWN R 4,900.00 --- can upgrade groupset --- https://goo.gl/Y7dSGv - OPTION 3 - bikebay Trek 1500 SLR 58cm - 105 - year:UNKNOWN R 7,500 https://goo.gl/GuFjmH -
  10. Zamorano
    Hi Guys Recently purchased a road bike and I am new to cycling. I live in Sunninghill, and would like to ride early on Saturday or Sunday Mornings preferably in Sunninghill/Barbecue Downs, Waterfall or Paulshoff 1) Please can I have some tips on how to become a balanced and more confident rider 2) Are there any riders, groups or clubs that I may join or would be interested to ride with me to help with the above. Any assistance or guidance will be welcomed Thanks in Advance
  11. Banana B
    Hi, I'm looking to join a group that does longer rides on the weekends.I started riding in December 2016 so reckon im average fitness level I think. I Did my first 100km a week ago felt pretty good. I've been doing 50-65km rides since then on my own, so wondering if there are any like minded peeps wanting to join. I don't ride to race or for the fastest strava time so, if you're on the juice rather don't join. Thanks
  13. thebriancarter
    Hi, I know there are a few groups that ride along this route, but I'm lacking an invite Riding in winter is bad enough, not to have to do it alone would be great thanks Brian
  14. Mavic (Distributor)
    As a distributor I have recently been getting calls more and more for disk brake off-road road wheelsets. It seems roadies are no longer content to stay on the lovely smooth road (ok its SA, so smooth road with the occasional pothole) but are keen to explore the back roads and dirt roads. This "go anywhere" style of riding is becoming the norm in Europe and at our recent distributor meeting in Annecy it is quite evident that most of the roadies are kitted out to get off the beaten path (including the Mavic road segment manager who was riding 35c tyres!!) - orange bike in photo Interestingly Mavics neutral service bikes (like Chris Froome rode in last years Tour de France) are kitted with 28c tyres standard. (the yellow bike in the centre) As it is the time of year where i need to commit to 2018 stock, it would be interesting to get some feedback from the roadies who want to get dirty, but not dirty enough to buy a MTB, specifically what are you looking for in your off-road-road wheels, high end?,lightweight?,durable? etc feel free to post some photos of your road/offroad machines too, I'm interested to see what you are all riding if anyone wants to contact me directly you can get me on gavins@dragons.co.za Regards Mavic
  15. wolf1969
    I hate: The alarm. It makes me feel nauseous at 4amThe fear for the first 15 minutes that I am underdressedThe hissing sound of pavement irrigation systems that make me think I have a punctureThose same irrigation systems spraying me while I am worrying that I have a punctureMunicipal water leaks across the road that spray up onto shoes and legs and backsideRunners, pedestrians and recycling dudes in dark clothes on my side of the road that loom out of the darkness like cattleMy visible breath as I’m climbing which reminds me that I am not going fast enough to disperse itThe thought that the flashing rear lights on bikes I’m riding behind might cause an epileptic seizureRepair channels cut into the tar across the road which are darker than the other tar making me wonder if they are deep dongas in shadow or new tar. Bunny hop or proceed in faith?The temperature drop while descending into dipsCars that keep their lights on bright while coming towards meStreet lights that for some reason best known to themselves go out just as I get to themSo much snot and tears coming out of me that I worry I might dehydrateThe loss of feeling in hands and feet as they slowly freezeI love: The brotherhood of cyclists up at that time of the morningWatching the sun come up and the mist across the landThe coffee and hot shower after the rideThe warm feeling of blood arriving in my legs as I get to the first climbThe knowledge that I am out on the road while lots of people are trying to train on indoor trainers or spin classesThe friendly runners and other people up and about when everyone else is still in bedThe bubble of solitude that riding in the dark brings. Can’t see my bike computer and can’t see much beyond my front light. Just riding to feel and my thoughts.Reading the early morning newspaper headline posters on the side of the roadKnowing almost down to the degree celcius what layers I need to wearBeing out on my bike
  16. Lurch the stalker
    Hi all, I'm looking to join or form a social road group in Midrand/Samrand/Centurion as I have not given the road bike much love this year (of my 2344km for the year so far, a grand total of 83km is on the road bike). Anybody got anything on the go currently or interested in joining me?
  17. Preasan
    Hello Hubbers, I have been trying to figure out what the general consensus is on riding a mountain bike in a road race. So I am still new to cycling, I recently bought a Titan 29er. I have been hitting the trails and I'm really enjoying it. However, I would really like to train up to ride the 94.7 this year, it's just one of those things that I want to do. I would also look at doing a shorter road race for some experience before I attempt the 94. So would it be alright for me to enter my bike as is? And would a whole lot of training on trails be alright to build up my endurance? I couldn't find any posts on the hub with any advice on this. Any advice will be appreciated. Also, is it true that it is better to ride with a charity group as a newbie as you would start at an earlier time?
  19. Daniel Mifsud Bason
    We are three students reading for The Higher Diploma in Administration and Management at the University of Malta. One of our assignments relates to cycling, and we would appreciate if you could fill in the survey below. Thank you for your time. https://goo.gl/forms/KTIw781kWlylV2tC2
  20. Rishad
    Was thinking of a relaxed road ride from Wellington to Ceres and back (+- 110km) Plan is to take the train from Cape Town to Wellington early one Saturday. Cycle over Bainskloof to Ceres (55km) Have lunch in Ceres. Return to Wellington. Back to Cape Town with the train. I'm keen to know what the interest is. Also, if anyone's already cycled the route any tips welcome.
  21. Calculus Bikes
    I have an open question to all the Hubbers out there: Do you think there is room for bamboo bikes on the SA cycling stage? There are some very good arguments for bamboo bikes, but yet we don't see them around our races, on training rides or in the streets parked outside nice coffee bars. How do you think this observation is to be explained? Looking forward to your words of wisdom and insight. CB
  22. Shmenning
    Hi all! I have an entry for the Argus available for substitution. Unfortunately I just moved to old Pretoors for work and won't be able to attend the event. I'd be glad to sell my entry for the price I paid for it - R510. 0797211002 Keep going \o.o/
  23. vecraig
    Are there any casual group training rides that start in Cape Town CBD during the week? Not really looking to join a club but would like to ride with like minded cyclists in and around Cape Town.
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    We caught up recently with Kylie, Gavin, and Nic to test out and rate three entry level road bikes from Giant and Liv, perfectly suited for anyone looking to experience the world famous annual Cape Town Cycle Tour. Click here to view the article
  26. FrancoisPieter
    Hi all I'm new to cycling in general and live in Moregloed (Waverley area). I would like to know if anyone knows of nice and quiet road cycling routes in the Pretoria area? Thank you in advance!
  27. ironinthesoul
    Hi, I'm staying with my folks in Howick for Christmas (and probably at least a couple of weeks a month for the next year) and I've brought my road bike. I know you'll all say I should have brought my MTB but I could only fly with one bike and the road bike won. Are there any groups or individuals riding on the road around Howick who fancy going out for a ride? I can ride most days and most times and am just keen to find the good roads around here. If you'd like company on a ride, let me know and I'll be happy to take my turn pushing wind out of the way. Michael
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