Agteros Posted December 10, 2012 Author Posted December 10, 2012 I don't think they realized what mtb'ers can do from that picnic spot, heading south down the sheer cliff face. awesome site, I was not aware of it. *added to bookmarks* When looking at T4A with Satellite view, there definitely seems to be a road connecting that hiking route (Castle George Hiking Trail) to the Randwater resevoir (image below). Seems like it warrants some investigation....
MTBc Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 interesting mons... quite a mouthful that been investigating further, and looks likes there's 2 gates en-route, controlled by the Johannesburg Hiking Club. I've contacted them about access, and its R25 for a day pass for a hike, with a group, with a leader. If we can get through that segment, the rest looks all clear. Now to sell it to open the route for bikers.... going to phone the lady in charge shortly. Wayne68 1
MONS Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 (edited) interesting mons... quite a mouthful that been investigating further, and looks likes there's 2 gates en-route, controlled by the Johannesburg Hiking Club. I've contacted them about access, and its R25 for a day pass for a hike, with a group, with a leader. If we can get through that segment, the rest looks all clear. Now to sell it to open the route for bikers.... going to phone the lady in charge shortly. Keep us updated! Hope its not break neck material- would love to join on this ride! Edited December 10, 2012 by MONS
MTBc Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 Seems like it warrants some investigation.... *pew pew pew pew* <-- the sound of an idea rapidly being shot down. The Johannesburg hiking club is a small shareholder, but the property is controlled by The Mountain Club of SA. At the mention of 'bike', I could feel my phone vibrate by the wobble on the other side. the fact that "mountain bikers are environmentalists too" did not help my approach at all. So much for their mission statement: "To ensure and organise a continuing programme of hikes and hiking related events, and to foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment within which its hiking activities take place." Don't see how a ride along a road on an mtb is out of line with their statement, but I guess there will always be tension between hikers / bikers, mtbers / roadies, 26ers / 29ers Was considering an email to MCSA, but I don't think it would be worth the effort. Would be nice. *sigh*
Agteros Posted December 10, 2012 Author Posted December 10, 2012 *pew pew pew pew* <-- the sound of an idea rapidly being shot down. The Johannesburg hiking club is a small shareholder, but the property is controlled by The Mountain Club of SA. At the mention of 'bike', I could feel my phone vibrate by the wobble on the other side. the fact that "mountain bikers are environmentalists too" did not help my approach at all. So much for their mission statement: "To ensure and organise a continuing programme of hikes and hiking related events, and to foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment within which its hiking activities take place." Don't see how a ride along a road on an mtb is out of line with their statement, but I guess there will always be tension between hikers / bikers, mtbers / roadies, 26ers / 29ers Was considering an email to MCSA, but I don't think it would be worth the effort. Would be nice. *sigh*You can always contact cat-i or zoo cookie 1 here on the hub...I think they've crossed over from the MTB side to darker adventure racing / mountaineering tracks... Maybe they can help the cause, or put you in contact with people who are either in power, or are sympathetic? MONS 1
MTBc Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 You can always contact cat-i or zoo cookie 1 here on the hub...I think they've crossed over from the MTB side to darker adventure racing / mountaineering tracks... Maybe they can help the cause, or put you in contact with people who are either in power, or are sympathetic? Yeah. From the Magaliesburg arm of the MCSA (http://mag.mcsa.org.za/): The MCSA (Magaliesberg Section) is a founder member of the Magaliesberg Protection Association. The Magaliesberg Protection Association's objectives are to foster and encourage the preservation of the Magaliesberg and to advise the authorities and others on matters of policy and planning in so far as it affects the Magaliesberg. Any individual or voluntary organisation who support these aims can join the MPA. So I am thinking about joining MPA as an individual (R50 a year). As committee members, we can raise awareness of environmental issues through activities such as mountain biking. It could help raise awareness to the biking community as well as funds for conservation activities for the MPA.... it would be a bonus if we were able to get access to areas such as Castle Gorge hiking trail, amongst others.
MTBc Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 bleh, probably too much effort. just ride the old route is easier.
MONS Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 The old route VIA the brewery you mean? ;-) Jigghead and Wayne68 2
lone one Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 Do any of your work????First time today I have had 5 min since 5am
Jigghead Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 interesting mons... quite a mouthful that been investigating further, and looks likes there's 2 gates en-route, controlled by the Johannesburg Hiking Club. I've contacted them about access, and its R25 for a day pass for a hike, with a group, with a leader. If we can get through that segment, the rest looks all clear. Now to sell it to open the route for bikers.... going to phone the lady in charge shortly. If they only want hikers, could we not "carry" our bikes through the gates in our back packs? Mons can be our "leader" MTBc 1
MTBc Posted December 10, 2012 Posted December 10, 2012 If they only want hikers, could we not "carry" our bikes through the gates in our back packs? Mons can be our "leader" http://1.1.1.4/bmi/cdn.bikehub.co.za/forum//public/style_emoticons/default/wink.png I like. I'll even pack an extra camelback
MONS Posted December 11, 2012 Posted December 11, 2012 Do any of your work????First time today I have had 5 min since 5amThis is my "smoke break'!!
MONS Posted December 11, 2012 Posted December 11, 2012 (edited) I like. I'll even pack an extra camelbackExtra Camelbak for whom? Why must I go in front? If they gonna shoot at us as we blaze our way through no-mans land I think I wanna be at the back..... (I do not have access to my smileys for some or other unknown stupid reason so cannot even emoticon that comment!) YAY!! I found my emoticons again! Edited December 11, 2012 by MONS
Jigghead Posted December 11, 2012 Posted December 11, 2012 Extra Camelbak for whom? Why must I go in front? If they gonna shoot at us as we blaze our way through no-mans land I think I wanna be at the back..... (I do not have access to my smileys for some or other unknown stupid reason so cannot even emoticon that comment!) It's ladies first, just a chivalry thing MTBc 1
MONS Posted December 11, 2012 Posted December 11, 2012 (edited) It's ladies first, just a chivalry thing Aaahhhh...... ok. So chivalry still exists!!! Edited December 11, 2012 by MONS Jigghead 1
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