emme Posted February 10, 2014 Share Hi Being an average Joe MTB rider and keen to explore any new tracks, I have noticed various references made to a new trail at Rhebokskloof wine estate in northern Paarl. The only official information I can pick up on this new? route is on www.mtb-adventures.co.za trails link. Does anyone know where I can find out more about this route? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pure Savage Posted February 10, 2014 Share Pm me, will see if I can point you in the right direction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaBee Posted February 11, 2014 Share At this stage it's not actually opened yet. So I don't know what the feeling is about just going in there for a ride. But was there on a pre-ride a while ago and it's really nice, even though they were still working at it at that stage. Accessible from Rhebokskloof itself and from the top of the mountain via Google Ridge. You get some awesome alternative views of our valley. Will personally wait for another invite to ride or until it's officially opened. But once it's a go, I will drop in there quite often - it's close to home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emme Posted February 11, 2014 Share At this stage it's not actually opened yet. So I don't know what the feeling is about just going in there for a ride. But was there on a pre-ride a while ago and it's really nice, even though they were still working at it at that stage. Accessible from Rhebokskloof itself and from the top of the mountain via Google Ridge. You get some awesome alternative views of our valley. Will personally wait for another invite to ride or until it's officially opened. But once it's a go, I will drop in there quite often - it's close to home!Thx for info SeaBee!From www.mtb-adventures.co.za trails link to Rhebokskloof it seems as if the right people to contact for info would be the Paarl MTB club.I see they even have some gopro footage of riders on the route.Some great photos as well and will contact them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouisF17 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Hi there, The route will officially be opened to the public on Friday, 21 February! Route marking is done and a map is available for download. Daily permit fee is R30. There will be also be a year permit available, but more on that coming soon. You can stay posted with the latest updates on the facebook page for RhebokskloofMTB here: https://www.facebook.com/RhebokskloofMTB Final sections of the initial route will be completed 14 Feb. Apart from the initial climb, the track is fast and free flowing. Compared to other trails its definitely a smoother ride with hardly any rough, rocky sections to contend with. I would recommend any mountain biker to ride this route.... noobs will only get psyched to get fitter and enjoy the trail more. Stellar riding here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johny Bravo Posted February 12, 2014 Share Hi there, The route will officially be opened to the public on Friday, 21 February! Route marking is done and a map is available for download. Daily permit fee is R30. There will be also be a year permit available, but more on that coming soon. You can stay posted with the latest updates on the facebook page for RhebokskloofMTB here: https://www.facebook...RhebokskloofMTB Final sections of the initial route will be completed 14 Feb. Apart from the initial climb, the track is fast and free flowing. Compared to other trails its definitely a smoother ride with hardly any rough, rocky sections to contend with. I would recommend any mountain biker to ride this route.... noobs will only get psyched to get fitter and enjoy the trail more. Stellar riding here!Cant wait man. Stay just around the corner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassie Posted February 12, 2014 Share Cant wait man. Stay just around the corner. you guys are so lucky!! I'd go for the annual membership!! will be worth it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johny Bravo Posted February 12, 2014 Share you guys are so lucky!! I'd go for the annual membership!! will be worth it...We are very fortunate. I will go for the annual membership if its not too pricey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouisF17 Posted February 12, 2014 Share We are very fortunate. I will go for the annual membership if its not too pricey. R200 for non PaarlMTB members ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emme Posted February 12, 2014 Share Hi there, The route will officially be opened to the public on Friday, 21 February! Route marking is done and a map is available for download. Daily permit fee is R30. There will be also be a year permit available, but more on that coming soon. You can stay posted with the latest updates on the facebook page for RhebokskloofMTB here: https://www.facebook...RhebokskloofMTB Final sections of the initial route will be completed 14 Feb. Apart from the initial climb, the track is fast and free flowing. Compared to other trails its definitely a smoother ride with hardly any rough, rocky sections to contend with. I would recommend any mountain biker to ride this route.... noobs will only get psyched to get fitter and enjoy the trail more. Stellar riding here! Thanks for info Louis!I knew something was going on but could not find any updated info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubeless Posted February 12, 2014 Share Distance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emme Posted February 12, 2014 Share From what I see from the map the total distance is 13 km,with the option to link up with the Paarl reserve.Of the 13 km, 9km or so seems to be single track and it looks as if the long(Shiraz)route links up with the shorter(Chardonnay)route just after 8 km.Chardonnay 7km route could be nice XCO track if the photos of the route is anything to go by.Will ride the track on 22/2 and report back.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chainmail Posted February 12, 2014 Share I was invited on a trial ride of this new trail and thoroughly enjoyed it. The initial climb is 'stiff' but once you're up there the singletrack and views make you forget the pain. It flows well, has a few interesting features, tree cover every now and then (nice when you ride the Tygerberg Hills a lot) and the odd technical corner, but nothing really serious;- I could take my wife there and remain married after the ride . Those wanting more distance must just do 2 loops, anyway this is one trail you must ride a few times to get to know the best lines and what to expect, it will reward you for doing that. I will be back with my mates. Emme you can be proud of what you have achieved Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chainmail Posted February 12, 2014 Share Sorry didn't mean 'Emme', you know who you are... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaBee Posted February 13, 2014 Share R200 for non PaarlMTB members ... ??? How will it work for members - or will those detail be on the PMTB site soon? Nice surprise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouisF17 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Year riders will receive a small board with a unique number. Much the same as the Paul Cluver boards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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