Stretch Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 Stretch, the GIS data is not mine to give out I'm afraid...no problem - got to ask @Stretch...I got a few of the trails GPS'd so let me know if you want any files. Not sure if I followed the exact routes though lol ! Grif - so long as you dont send me over a cliff thats fine - i must get those from you, cos i dont spend enough time riding howick trails
intern Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 I grew up there (along with iRide and his bros). But back in the day I was a roadie, of all strange things, so never got to fully take advantage of the spectacularrrrrrr trails those Natalians have. If you can, you must. Some good stuff down there!
Grebel Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 Grebel,Check out Adrenline cycles or Howick mountain bike club for group ride info.Otherwise you just arrive, sign the indemnity form at the Hospital (bottom of Curry's post road-opposite the Corner post pub) or one of the cycle shops. You don't even have to pay! The routes have sign names and its pretty easy to get around-just follow your nose for the best experience! I don't have the track for GPS devices I'm afraid but this map should do the trick. To my knowledge, there is a daily/annual fee payable to ride the Howick trails - this can be attended to at Howick Cycles - this can be confirmed by Ken Pascoe, of the Howick MTB club (0825723297)- this contributes to the upkeep of the trails. The mtb club has a paid staffer, who spends 2 days a week, maintaining the tracks. Thanks guys! Much appreciated
gtr1 Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 If you are in the area give Ken or Adrenaline Cycles a call. Always willing to assist with rides etc. I was there a year ago and Ken took me out for a ride on New Years eve. Was awsome to ride with someone who designed a lot of the trails. Even had a beer at his place afterwards. Great hospitality. Rode in Karkloof with the adrenaline cycles guys. Can't remember their names but the guys wife even brought a flask of coffee for me coz they were late. Was 2 great rides with good guys. Can't wait to return.
b-rad Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 Is it safe to ride alone? Generally very safe to ride alone unless you come off, in which case it is therefore best to ride with somebody, an added bonus is to ride with someone who knows the area well. Get in touch with Adrenaline cycles if from out of town as they will possibly be able to hook you up with a guide... Oh yes-those trails cost a fortune to maintain so please make some sort of contribution!
Stretch Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 OK, have updated the map and it is now current with every single trail available! To all who are going to ride there-Have a blast!iride - it appears that during the updating the link to the pdf got left out......
Antoo Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 If you are in the area give Ken or Adrenaline Cycles a call. Always willing to assist with rides etc. I was there a year ago and Ken took me out for a ride on New Years eve. Was awsome to ride with someone who designed a lot of the trails. Even had a beer at his place afterwards. Great hospitality. Rode in Karkloof with the adrenaline cycles guys. Can't remember their names but the guys wife even brought a flask of coffee for me coz they were late. Was 2 great rides with good guys. Can't wait to return. Adrenaline Cycles 033 330 7788(Grant and Judy Dinkel)
Tieffels Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 Any chance of getting such maps for the freedom challenge before say the end of the month?
Dan Dob Posted May 10, 2011 Author Posted May 10, 2011 Antoo, you are right. If you pay an annual fee you can ride Howick trails all year long and it helps the club out with trail build etc. If you're a day visitor you don't have to pay anything-just make sure you sign the indemnity form! I think if you are a Howick mountain bike member you can even ride at Karkloof trails for free, and the annual fee is tiny for all the riding you can do! Nothing beats this group of riders/clubs in Howick in my opinion. Great trails, great stories, dedicated people that get out AND BUILD TRAIL, and good hospitality. Everything mountain biking is meant to be about. Go there!
Dan Dob Posted May 10, 2011 Author Posted May 10, 2011 Chickenrun4me, Haha! Pull the other one. These maps take about a week of full time work to get out. South Africa is quite a big country ;D
Dan Dob Posted May 10, 2011 Author Posted May 10, 2011 Thanks Stretch, I have updated the link again. And b-rad is right, if everyone made a bit of contribution every time they rode those trails, then I'm sure the Howick club would be very happy!
Scooterza Posted May 12, 2011 Posted May 12, 2011 There are 2 trails that are still missing but I'll add in ASAP-one is a trail named after my sister WHAT!! They named a trail "Dirty Slut"? KIDDING - please don't take offense I just couldn't help myself!
Markdeep Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 Damn that is impressive! I wish I still lived in Howick!
Natural Defender Posted January 20, 2012 Posted January 20, 2012 I rode a few of the trails, about 3 hours worth one day between Christmas and new year. It was raining that early morning and the trails were slipery. However, they were amazing. It was an absolute pleasure to ride there. I was on my own so rode with caution I parked at the hospital and after signing the register went out. Thanks guys, it was a great mornings ride. The one trail that sticks to me was "The Gnome", and just as God made little apples, there was a gnome.
DubbelBuys Posted January 20, 2012 Posted January 20, 2012 Looks awesome!!! Thanx for sharing! I have to get out there & try it out
Nic0000 Posted February 10, 2012 Posted February 10, 2012 Sheesh this is good news for someone moving down to Kloof at the end of the month!Anyone got some ride/trail info around Waterfall area?
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