[Event] FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic

[geomark]

I'm surpized that this thread is so quiet 2 days before the event... 

 

Is everybody (including their steeds) ready???

Haven't done it before so not sure about me, just hope it isn't km's of fresh grass hummock and rock and there is some decent smooth climbing.

 

Think I need to spend some time primping the steed though, new sealant at the minimum

[RocknRolla]

nervous anticipation.

 

... and we know you're surprized...it says so above your avatar, it's no surprise...

[Ozzie NL]

Haven't done it before so not sure about me, just hope it isn't km's of fresh grass hummock and rock and there is some decent smooth climbing.

 

Think I need to spend some time primping the steed though, new sealant at the minimum

Hmm might be in for a rude awakening

 

Monster is known for climbing but not the smooth variety  

[Ozzie NL]

Still no news on batch seeding?

[nonky]

2 weeks to go and the nerves are slowly starting to surface... have I done enough training... I don't think so. 

 

On a different note. What kind of solid snacks do you guys take with for the marathon? I seldom take solid snacks with on a ride. However, for this one I feel it is definitely necessary.

 

Does anyone have any input about the racefood fastbars?

 

 

Racefood fastbars (both nougat flavours) and FARbars (like a type of fruit/xmas cake) are the bomb.

 

Almost like real food, they won't make you vomit or feel nauseous.

 

They are all i eat on long or really tough rides.

[rvdm1]

I'm surpized that this thread is so quiet 2 days before the event...

 

Is everybody (including their steeds) ready???

As ready as I am going to be! Looking forward to a tough weekend.

[Cheese]

Hmm might be in for a rude awakening

 

Monster is known for climbing but not the smooth variety  

I read that they have included a new more challenging climb that is more technical. So will have to see how that goes.

 

http://endurohub.co.za/fnb-magalies-monster-mtb-classic-introduces-new-monster-climb/

Edited May 19, 2016 by Cheese

[Roneblack46]

Haven't done it before so not sure about me, just hope it isn't km's of fresh grass hummock and rock and there is some decent smooth climbing.

 

Think I need to spend some time primping the steed though, new sealant at the minimum

I think the first 500m through the resort/caravan Park is smooth...that's about it...

[Dieter ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)]

I think the first 500m through the resort/caravan Park is smooth...that's about it...

So many people camped overnight to catch a glimpse of me zoom by! 

 

Then marbles...

[Surprize]

I read that they have included a new more challenging climb that is more technical. So will have to see how that goes.

 

http://endurohub.co.za/fnb-magalies-monster-mtb-classic-introduces-new-monster-climb/

 

The climb may be more technical according to them, but with a 10km shorter route and about 200m less climbing than last year I'm sure this one should be a little easier than last year...? I hope!!! 

[rvdm1]

I think the only reason I am not worried is because I know it is too late to do anything about my fitness.

[King Dean]

I'm really not looking forward to Saturday.

I've only been able to put in about 20 hours of riding in the last 3 months due to illness. :-(

Luckily i'm only entered for the 35 km. 

I did consider skipping it, but will give it a bash regardless. 

[ivr32]

6 hours in 2014

DNF in 2015

This year I will hopefully get a decent result 

[geomark]

The climb may be more technical according to them, but with a 10km shorter route and about 200m less climbing than last year I'm sure this one should be a little easier than last year...? I hope!!! 

As long as "technical" doesn't mean freshly bush mown/strimmed grass hummocks, those things destroy my will to live

[Surprize]

As long as "technical" doesn't mean freshly bush mown/strimmed grass hummocks, those things destroy my will to live

Agreed!! That is probably one of the most annoying things on any route... that and lots and lots of sand... 

Edited May 19, 2016 by Surprize

[jcza]

Sick..........I'm out. Enjoy guys and gals.

Will be following hubbers and hardmen closely. (the ones that actually ride, not the ones talking about it)