Rick Sanchez Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 To those who have done this race, especially the 50km, what should I expect in terms of bottle necking?Was fortunate enough to get a late entry, but I don't want to waste my time if I am just going to be stuck behind slower riders the whole day Will probably have to start in the last batch Would love to do it, but just want to make sure, as I would assume there is not exactly a lot of room for passing. That being said, who will be there on Saturday?
Fr33rider Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 I'll be there, would be nice to get a ride profile maybe? I've never ridden there so have no idea what to expect.
Rick Sanchez Posted March 31, 2016 Author Posted March 31, 2016 I'll be there, would be nice to get a ride profile maybe? I've never ridden there so have no idea what to expect.Not sure as to what the exact route will be, but there are no climbs, so I expect around 300-350m elevetion gain for the 50km. FLAT and fast
Heel Drop Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Lots of single track - and i mean lots - nice venue
Rick Sanchez Posted March 31, 2016 Author Posted March 31, 2016 Lots of single track - and i mean lots - nice venue Yes, love to ride there, but It's because of all the single track that I am worried about bottle necks
Fr33rider Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Not sure as to what the exact route will be, but there are no climbs, so I expect around 300-350m elevetion gain for the 50km. FLAT and fastSo good to hear after avianto.
RocknRolla Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Well, If you are trying for podium, I am sure you may get stuck behind slow riders, when starting from the last batch. As for the race, it's one of my fav races, venue is pretty cool, and the singletrack is faaaaast. I always go there with some expectation of bottlenecks, and I have only ever really once stood for maybe a minute. Give yourself some distance between the rider in front, and you should be able to ride everything easily. There is opportunity to pass, and if you are a little patient, more often than not riders will make space. Rather go to enjoy the route, and concentrate less on your seeding, and you will find that this is a most enjoyable race. Starting from D. Look for the white On-one
Neverfit Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Never done the 50km there so it will be interesting.... Does anyone know if we will do the drop off on the dam wall?I am starting in E batch so no traffic for me...all the traffic will be 5km ahead before i get there..hahaLooking forward to an awesome ride. RB has never disappointed me, and dont think they will start now. See you all there.
Rick Sanchez Posted March 31, 2016 Author Posted March 31, 2016 Well, If you are trying for podium, I am sure you may get stuck behind slow riders, when starting from the last batch. As for the race, it's one of my fav races, venue is pretty cool, and the singletrack is faaaaast. I always go there with some expectation of bottlenecks, and I have only ever really once stood for maybe a minute. Give yourself some distance between the rider in front, and you should be able to ride everything easily. There is opportunity to pass, and if you are a little patient, more often than not riders will make space. Rather go to enjoy the route, and concentrate less on your seeding, and you will find that this is a most enjoyable race. Starting from D. Look for the white On-oneYeah not expecting anything amazing from E Just looking for a fun ride
Rick Sanchez Posted March 31, 2016 Author Posted March 31, 2016 https://www.strava.com/activities/245269279Last year's route
jcza Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 I'll be there, would be nice to get a ride profile maybe? I've never ridden there so have no idea what to expect. https://www.strava.com/activities/419112795 Flat and fast and awesome single track
RocknRolla Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Never done the 50km there so it will be interesting.... Does anyone know if we will do the drop off on the dam wall?I am starting in E batch so no traffic for me...all the traffic will be 5km ahead before i get there..hahaLooking forward to an awesome ride. RB has never disappointed me, and dont think they will start now. See you all there. That little downhill section is always in the race. There is an option a chicken run there as well.
Neverfit Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 That little downhill section is always in the race. There is an option a chicken run there as well.Thanks - I did the drop the other day and it is fun... the chicken run was more of a challenge with all the rain washing away the path...going to be a fun ride down there..Nervous but very excited.
Hennie VR Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Nothing better than to go for a nice race at Red Barn and having to smell all of Tembisa's poop in the air..........thanks but I'm missing this one.
edgarblount Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Nothing better than to go for a nice race at Red Barn and having to smell all of Tembisa's poop in the air..........thanks but I'm missing this one. Ons gaan jou MIS Hennie...
s14phoenix Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 there is plenty bottlenecking if you are not in front of the bottleneckers. These races are usually full of bottleneckers with plenty opportunity to cause one while looking very angry at you waiting for them as if it is your fault they are unable to negotiate the flat terrain. true story. Ride fast, Ride hard, Leave em all behind. Only then will you enjoy the beauty of the almost 100% singletrack.
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