ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Right, so it is almost time for the Cape Cycle tour... This year being my first one, I'll document it, post some pics of the intended bike, progress, and the Cycle tour itself....
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 The Story so far.....Last year, my good friend of mine, whom I knew since kindergarten passed away. We always said we'll do the "Argus" on bmx's when we grew up, and never got the chance.Made me realise I should not put anything on hold in my life. Friendships, Family and the little time we have is very precious. So I entered my first CCT race....
Albatross Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 could be the beginning of a whole new category....
Gandalf Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 There was a guy some time back that rode bmx from cape town to joburg and then did the 94.7 on bmx. I think he did road and the mtb races if i remember correctly. Cannot remember if he did the argus aswel. So ja definitely possible. Good luck chap!
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 The bike....I searched for 6 odd months for a bike that I wanted to use on the CCT, and ended up settling for a trek TR50. It is a bit heavier than I thought it would be. But first of all I'll remove those heavy pegs. It has some scratches here and there, and the rear wheel has some damage from a hammer or something. The rear wheel also has rust or whatever.. But overall the bike is in fare condition. It has great hubs, crank, and big seat.Plans for the bike:Clean itChange front and rear rims around, or get two new ones depending on costService HubsService CrankService headsetService BrakesGet two new tyres and tubesRemove Pegs
Shebeen Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 could be the beginning of a whole new category....don't want to pee on your battery., but http://media.2oceansvibe.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/211.jpg
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 The good the bad and the ugly...I got my entry, and I have my flight tickets. Now I know I would easily finish the CCT on my MTB within a decent time, but this is whole different story. - Any advise would be appreciated.My biggest concern is that I would need some saddle time, and see if If my lower back will survive. My goal is really to finish the race.That said, I also have a wedding in Noordhoek on saturday night before the race. So this can really go one of two ways.
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 Nee man! don't want to pee on your battery., but http://media.2oceansvibe.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/211.jpg
Shebeen Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 The good the bad and the ugly... I got my entry, and I have my flight tickets. Now I know I would easily finish the CCT on my MTB within a decent time, but this is whole different story. - Any advise would be appreciated.My biggest concern is that I would need some saddle time, and see if If my lower back will survive. My goal is really to finish the race. That said, I also have a wedding in Noordhoek on saturday night before the race. So this can really go one of two ways. The good news is it's been done before. on MULTIPLE occasions, by guys in mankinis. If you want to I can hook you up with these guys for advice. Don't want to derail your thread - good luck, you can do it! some of it will be relevant..like gear ratiossome of it will be irrelevant....like waxing techniques(no spice)
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 Just for the record, I don't intend to wear any sort of weird Mankini's
IndianRoadie Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 The good the bad and the ugly... I got my entry, and I have my flight tickets. Now I know I would easily finish the CCT on my MTB within a decent time, but this is whole different story. - Any advise would be appreciated.My biggest concern is that I would need some saddle time, and see if If my lower back will survive. My goal is really to finish the race. That said, I also have a wedding in Noordhoek on saturday night before the race. So this can really go one of two ways. i did see a guy in last years argus riding a BMX i noticed he was wearing his cycling bib. maybe you should to as it might be a longer ride.... just sharing info good luck buddy.
ChrisN Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 i did see a guy in last years argus riding a BMX i noticed he was wearing his cycling bib. maybe you should to as it might be a longer ride.... just sharing info good luck buddy.Thanks for the advice. I'll definitely experiment with my cycle clothes as well as different shoes. Dunno if cleats will make it easier or or worse.
Meezo Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 i did see a guy in last years argus riding a BMX i noticed he was wearing his cycling bib. maybe you should to as it might be a longer ride.... just sharing info good luck buddy. apparently he did some insane time, like 3:30, i'll see if i still got that pic
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