Frosty Posted July 12, 2012 Posted July 12, 2012 (edited) -26.404722, 27.963333I think it is here: http://maps.google.c...&num=1&t=h&z=15The coordinates are correct, but the directions aren't that clear... DIRECTIONS TO THE START FROM JOHANNESBURGFollow the R59 towards VereenigingPast the Blockhouse Engen 1-StopTake the Walkerville off-ramp (first one after the Blockhouse)Right at the off-ramp stop sign. T-junction left. Turn right towards Jhb/WalkervilleOver the 4-way stop, take Kliprivier sign (right) onto the Showgrounds road. The Showgrounds are 1km down on the left hand side (on dirt road). The dirt road is the one that the Lido bunch usually rides on (horse farms). View from Alberton/Jhb/Lido side - turn left View from above directions (after 4-way stop) - turn right [edit]: not sure if the bloke in the shot will be wearing the same clothes... [edit off] Edited July 12, 2012 by geraldm24
awesme Posted July 12, 2012 Posted July 12, 2012 Have fun all Wanted to ride, but am off on business tomorrow for a week. G
Frosty Posted July 12, 2012 Posted July 12, 2012 The road you should be on to get to the start... (the lido bunch [roadies] turn right here)
ASG Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Stewart eyes Walkerville win South Africa’s top mountain bikers will launch the second half of their season at the 15th annual Kia Walkerville Classic, presented by ASG, on Sunday. In the absence of champion Max Knox and last year’s runner-up Philip Buys, whose respective European and Olympics commitments will see them on the sidelines, Gauteng’s biggest race is set to crown a new champion. Brandon Stewart of FedGroup-Itec Connect, third in his maiden outing last year, is set to spearhead the list of favourites, which also includes former Old Mutual joBerg2c champions Neil MacDonald and Waylon Woolcock of RE:CM. “It’s definitely an important race for us,” said former national cross-country champion Stewart. “Organisers are expecting 1 500 riders, which is a fantastic turnout for a winter event.” He said the title sponsor was also his team transport partner and therefore a win was key for the team. “Last year, I was recovering from illness and it was the first time I’d done it. Now that I know the course, I should fare better.” Stewart said the 60km route, which is punctuated by three climbs, was relatively fast and flat, with good single-track sections, and he expected “tight and close” racing. He said the lead bunch would probably separate from the field on the initial 3km climb up Platberg, which is just seven kilometres into the race. “You’ve just got to give it all you’ve got on that first climb.” He did not foresee any of the favourites attempting to get away there. “With another 40-odd kilometres to go, it is extremely unlikely.” The 31-year-old from Hilton in KwaZulu-Natal said the chances of a breakaway on the gradual Wattle Alley ascent, midway through the race, were also slim. “If you’re out on your own, it’s easy for the bunch to haul you back.” Stewart said the main contenders would, in all likelihood, leave their main assault for the final 1.5km uphill drag to the finish at the Walkerville Showgrounds. “If you’re still strong there you can make it really hard in the final stretch and force a split or long sprint.” According to him, the race was neither a climber nor sprinter’s course. “I can see an all-round, powerful rider doing really well here.” He said he was looking forward to getting in some good speed work ahead of the national cross-country championships in Nelspruit the following weekend. Organiser Wynand de Villiers, from ASG Events, said the race would include family entertainment such as an aerobatics display and all finishers would receive a commemorative medal. The event also includes a 40km option. Online entries have closed, but late entries will be accepted during registration. This will take place at Cycle Lab Fourways from 10am to 4pm on Friday and at the Walkerville Showgrounds from 9am to 3pm on Saturday and 7am to 8.45am on Sunday. Contact ASG Events on 076 621 1807 or eventsupport@asgworld.co.za for more information, or follow @CyclingnewsZA. Issued by fullstop communications on behalf of ASG Events
TNOSE_E Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Spectrum Sport Timing? So must we use the SAS boards?
NotSoBigBen Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Spectrum Sport Timing? So must we use the SAS boards? Don't SSTiming normally give boards
TNOSE_E Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Don't SSTiming normally give boards Always used my SAS board with them. But not a big issue, just want to know if I must bother trying to find it or not.
W3RN3R Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Nissan Trailseeker on the Saturday and Walkerville on the Sunday.Also participating in both
Gerhardc Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Nissan Trailseeker on the Saturday and Walkerville on the Sunday. Also +1...see you guys!
scotty Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Looking forward to it, been quite a while since i did a MTB race ride amble. Start 9.30am so it should have warmed up a bit by then.
Morwa Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 I'm riding! Ok venue has changed from the hotel to showgrounds. Where can we pick up the numbers on Saturday? Also at the showgrounds or the hotel?
NotSoBigBen Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 I'm riding! Ok venue has changed from the hotel to showgrounds. Where can we pick up the numbers on Saturday? Also at the showgrounds or the hotel? They did say! 'This will take place at Cycle Lab Fourways from 10am to 4pm on Friday and at the Walkerville Showgrounds from 9am to 3pm on Saturday and 7am to 8.45am on Sunday.'
ASG Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Hi guys Please direct your questions to our events office on 076 621 1807 or eventsupport@asgworld.co.za as they will be able to assist with more information about Walkerville! Looking forward to seeing you all there!
NotSoBigBen Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Looking forward to it, been quite a while since i did a MTB race ride amble. Start 9.30am so it should have warmed up a bit by then. 11/-2 so not much
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