Belgian biker Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Hi, we're in CPT in 10 days.We have 2 bikes at our disposal, and we want to see some of the city by bike. I'm reasonably fit (and should be since I'm doing the Argus! ) Husband is less fit, but not too bad either. I'm looking for some rides we can do together while getting to see some of the city. Are bikes permitted on the Seapoint promenade? Which areas are safe? Where are the safe bikelanes? I was thinking of doing a tour around the city bowl, along Bree Str, Longstr, Bo-kaap, Waterfront,... Oher suggestions? We're staying in TamboerskloofIf we stop somewhere along for a drink, it is safe to just lick the bike to a pole or sonething? Do we need to keep them in sight? sorry if the questions seem silly, maybe I've been reading too much topics about robberies.
J∆kk∆ls Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Hi and welcome to CT Yes you can ride on the Seapoint promenade, but be mindful of pedestrians as they have right of way. If you are going to cycle in the city keep in single file, stop at red lights and stop signs and dont cycle to far up Bo-Kaap or at night!. Yes you can lick the bikes to a pole but keep it in sight of where you are chilling. Try and drink at an establishment that has side walk seating. There are a few places on Bree. Also check out this video on how to protect your bikes while having a coffe or drink somehere, very helpful.
Ratty Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 There is a cycle lane that goes from the City to Tableview / Blouberg area. Nice place called Eden on the Bay with a lovely view of the ocean / table mountain. There are quite a few different restaurants and plenty space to put your bikes.
Thomo Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Atlantic seaboard up to Llandadnou and around to Hout Bay/Chapman's Peak is always a good ride and includes the last bit of the Argus route.
dre Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Hi, we're in CPT in 10 days.We have 2 bikes at our disposal, and we want to see some of the city by bike. I'm reasonably fit (and should be since I'm doing the Argus! ) Husband is less fit, but not too bad either. I'm looking for some rides we can do together while getting to see some of the city. Are bikes permitted on the Seapoint promenade? Which areas are safe? Where are the safe bikelanes? I was thinking of doing a tour around the city bowl, along Bree Str, Longstr, Bo-kaap, Waterfront,... Oher suggestions? We're staying in TamboerskloofIf we stop somewhere along for a drink, it is safe to just lick the bike to a pole or sonething? Do we need to keep them in sight? sorry if the questions seem silly, maybe I've been reading too much topics about robberies. Other than licking your bike, you should probably lock it as well. Some very nice street side coffee shops where you can sit with your bike close to you.
Belgian biker Posted February 20, 2015 Author Posted February 20, 2015 There is a cycle lane that goes from the City to Tableview / Blouberg area. cool, that seems a perfect ride. Where does that start, I can't find it on google maps? (google maps for bikes is not available for CPT yet)
dienatkoerantman Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 awe ma se kinders....myself i am going to be it cape area for 2 weeks......is there any mad enduro riders out there to take me for some of sa best rides......inbox me
dre Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 cool, that seems a perfect ride. Where does that start, I can't find it on google maps? (google maps for bikes is not available for CPT yet) Most of it runs next to the bus lane. Out of the city is a bit tricky/dangerous to do alone especially next to railway lines. https://www.google.co.za/maps/dir/-33.9222332,18.4315263/-33.7931527,18.4608804/@-33.8825499,18.4658422,13z/data=!4m2!4m1!3e3?hl=en
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