Where can we actually ride???

[PVT_RYAN]

hi all

This might be a strange post, but where can a person ride without actually using the Wildcard, and with Tokai closed is it worth getting a new one? Once apon a time i used to ride at Rhodes, my dad and brother, and now i wanted to take my kids and was told i need to have a wild card to ride there, luckily no green ticket

So hence the question; where do i take my kids to ride and should they get their own card, and where does this card allow me to actually ride? as i see riders in newlands forest station with thier kids, yet that is a no cycle zone? i know places like Meerendal have an entrance fee per day, but now that Tokai is closed Jonkers and meerendal have become busy, so where can i take my youngsters, wildcard and non?

We going to check out Chrix Nixons Academy, as it looks cools, but also busy.looking for the non hooligan factor!

 

The last time i rode i never needed cards, just my bike, my backpack, water bottle and family, i want to do that with my kids now!

[Raydek]

What skill level are your kids at?  Are you looking for single track or mainly jeep track?

[PVT_RYAN]

They are entry level, so mainly jeep tracks, till they improve, then singletracks and the downhill bug can bite!!

[LazyTrailRider]

Go check out Bloemendal.

[Raydek]

Yeah… then what he said… ^^^^^

 

But also….

 

G Spot has a newly built kiddies track (Stellenbosch)

and then there is also Southey Vines (Somerset West)

 

Edit: Oh, there is also Koeberg Nature Reserve up the R27 and apparently they have built a kiddies track at the bottom of Blackhill, but haven't seen it myself.. 

 

These aren't necessarily jeep track, but more short single tracks aimed at kids, so very tiny obstacles..  Very much like what you will find at Chris Nixon.

[dirtypot]

Go to Oak Valley.

Beautiful scenery, choice of trails that you can step up if you feel that the kids are handling it.  The trails are nice and smooth too which is great for newbies.

[akneethling]

Why don't you go to Koeberg Nature reserve at the Power Station. Its nice beginner riding, and there are some nice animals as well.

[Ratty]

Go check out Bloemendal.

 

Exactly what I was going to say.

 

Bloemendal is great as it has different options.  There is a track for little kids by the restaurant which only kids can ride.  Has everything from push bikes to 26 inch on it and is shaded so great for all year round.

 

Then there is a loop around the dam which is singletrack, but almost completely flat and smooth.

 

After that, there is B-Spot which the kids love.  Its got bumps, berms, bridges etc without too much climbing,  Great place for them to safely learn skills.

 

You can then progress to some of the other tracks which involve a bit more climbing.

 

 

Bit of a trip for you, but Koeberg is also great for kids.  They get to ride next to springboks, zebra etc.  Can choose a loop/distance based on their fitness.

[Ratty]

How old are you kids and what distance can they ride?

[DJR]

Koeberg is very kiddie and family friendly. You can even have a beach stop and picnic. A good winters day there is always beautiful. Just avoid it if the southeaster is howling in summer.

[PVT_RYAN]

thanks everyone, will have a gander at some....sooon!!!

[Spene]

If you need a break from the buzzing of your life, Spene is the place for you and your family!! On the 16^th of Augustus 2015 from 10:30 to 16:00 we will be opening our gates for the first time. Good music and be enjoyed with fabulous foods and lots of activities for the children.

What to expect?

• WALKING TRAIL for young and old

• Trail 3: Kiddies comfort is 3km long and can be enjoyed by everyone how is looking to get their heart rate up and wants to enjoy the scent of fresh farm air, whilst looking at the cattle grazing on the green grass.

• 3 different MOUNTAIN BAKE TRAILS will be challenging for even the most experienced rider. The road will take you on an off-road along a bloekom plantation, banks of the dam and through a side stream.

• Trail 1: Black Beauty is 20km long and will start at 11:00am.
• Trail 2: Mad Cow is 15km long and will start at 12:30pm.
• Trail 3: Kiddies comfort is 3km long and will start at 14:00pm.

(For entry forms please email us at spene.mton@gmail.com)

• ENTERTAINMENT of the day

• Trekker rides  
• Horse rides
• Get the chance to hold a lamb and feed a calf
• See how some of the farms' cows are milked and get a guided tour through the milk stall.
• We will also sell fresh farm milk on the day.

(All the above mentioned activities can be booked and paid for at our Spene stall)

• A jumping castle will be provided, face painting, and lots more to keep the children busy for the day.

• FOOD AND DRINKS

• Our special Spene braai pack will be served with pap and sous. The necessary cutlery will be provided. This braai pack contains 100gr Boerewors, 100gr Super Steak, 100gr Pork Chop and 100gr Pork Rasher for only R 55.00 per pack (you may place your order at Yolandi on 016 362 1018 or pay at our Spene stall on the day).
• Other foods what will be sold on the day are Boerewors rolls, Greek hamburgers, samosas, fat cakes and pancakes.
• Cold drinks, Powerade, bottle water, wine and beer will be sold.

This unique experience will take place on Slangfontein just 5km outside Meyerton on the R 551 Meyerton-Heidelberg road. GPS coordinates S26º 33.975’ E28º 4.123’.

For any more information please email us on spene.mton@gmail.com or contact Yolandi on 016 362 1018. Safe parking will be provided and the entrance fee at the gate will be R 10.00 per car. No card facilities will be provided and we recommend you bring your own camp stoel, extra stoels will be available on the day at the Spene stall.   

SPENE, WHERE YOUR FARM ADVENTURE BECOMES A REALITY!

See you on Sunday 16 Augustus 2015 at 10:30

One moooose Spene greeting

 

BANKING DETAILS:

ABSA MEYERTON

ACCOUNT NAME: JM SERFONTEIN T/A SPENE

ACCOUNT NUMBER: 9309646439

REFERENCE: NAME & SURNAME

 

 

 

ROAD MAP:

From Johannesburg R 59

• Take Henley Drive off ramp
• On the bridge at the T-junction turn left ß
• Continue straight on the road, at the second stop turn right à
• At the T-junction turn left to Heidelbergß.
• Go over the Klipriver Bridge and after 1km made a turn right à onto the Uitvlug road.   
• 1km from the off turn Spene entrance is on the left hand side ß and you have reached your destination.

 

ROAD MAP:

From Meyerton R 551

• Drive through Meyerton till your reached the 4 way stop at Destinata.
• Continue straight on the Meyerton / Heidelburg road leading to Heidelburg.
• Go over the Klipriver Bridge and after 1km made a turn right à onto the Uitvlug road.  
• 1km from the off turn Spene entrance is on the left hand side ß and you have reached your destination.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hi all

This might be a strange post, but where can a person ride without actually using the Wildcard, and with Tokai closed is it worth getting a new one? Once apon a time i used to ride at Rhodes, my dad and brother, and now i wanted to take my kids and was told i need to have a wild card to ride there, luckily no green ticket

So hence the question; where do i take my kids to ride and should they get their own card, and where does this card allow me to actually ride? as i see riders in newlands forest station with thier kids, yet that is a no cycle zone? i know places like Meerendal have an entrance fee per day, but now that Tokai is closed Jonkers and meerendal have become busy, so where can i take my youngsters, wildcard and non?

We going to check out Chrix Nixons Academy, as it looks cools, but also busy.looking for the non hooligan factor!

 

The last time i rode i never needed cards, just my bike, my backpack, water bottle and family, i want to do that with my kids now!

[Stretch]

Without a Wildcard? anywhere you want...oh.....you mean in Cape Town...then put it in the title