Centurion Backroads

[thesahunter]

Hi All.

 

I stay in Wierdapark, and want to do some MTB in the mornings during the week, but the traffic is hectic !

 

Are there any "safe" back roads/gravel roads to take in the area ?

 

For longer trips, are there any back roads one can take leading to Harties maybe ?    I was thinking of the gravel road leading past Mangwanani Spa but then I noticed it runs nicely past Atteridgeville . . . .

 

Surely there must be something in the area I don't know about

[dirtrider]

If you stick to the gravel next to the road you can go all the way to Harties . Saartjie nek it gets a bit tight in places if you wanna stay of the tar . Depends how big a loop you wanna do in the morning . Go past the Spur towards Mall , turn left and follow dirt track all the way up to Theuns v Niekerk . Jump at robot , up tp next intersection , again you can cross at traffic light . At next intersection (old JHB ) road turn left before tar road and follow all the way up to Ruimte crossing roads at Traffic lights . Up ruimte on left hand side where you will find the nice short climb , cross over to right at traffic light and cross the road to pick up nice single track past security fence . Something like that but you have to time your crossings .

[The Flying German]

Howsit Hunter

 

I live out in Gerhardsville which is Between Laezonia and Erasmia There is a Copperleaf Mtb Club and a Fun Ride club aswell and i often ride around the hennops river area one of my favourites is to ride from home through to Northerns do a Loop or 2 and then Head back if you want add me on watsapp and i will keep you posted on the rides and add you to the copperleaf rides Pm me for my Number

[Kevlouw]

I would suggest driving to Big Red Barn, which is about 17km's (15min drive) from Wierdapark, and ride the trails there. Don't have to worry about traffic, and they are open from 6am.

[dirtrider]

I would suggest driving to Big Red Barn, which is about 17km's (15min drive) from Wierdapark, and ride the trails there. Don't have to worry about traffic, and they are open from 6am.

 

Drive to Red Barn ? Seriaas ?

[Kevlouw]

Drive to Red Barn ? Seriaas ?

I can't see why not? BRB isn't that far.

 

As I said, I would suggest that. I would prefer driving there and riding the trails and not worry about traffic rather than stopping at each crossing because you might be run over ( IMO )

[The Flying German]

Ride to Big red Barn Ride at Big Red Barn And Ride Back just like you said its not far. There is no satisfaction like leaving the car completely riding to the trails , riding the trails and returning i actually found it easier didnt have to kit up at the trails was ready to ride when i arrived  dont climb into the car dirty after ride many bonuses

[PedalGoat]

Don't you consider riding to the red barn a bit dangerous based on the nearing towns.

[Pulse]

Don't you consider riding to the red barn a bit dangerous based on the nearing towns.

If you ride from Wierdapark's side going past Irene or Midstream I don't think security will be an issue

[PedalGoat]

Makes sense from that direction. Riding from Midrand would be vulnerable.

Edited April 5, 2016 by veez999

[Pulse]

Makes sense from that direction. Riding from Midrand would be vulnerable.

Absolutely agree, was just thinking about the OP

[thesahunter]

Thanx Guys.

 

That is what I currently do.  I travel to the Big Red Barn, and jump on the tracks.  But yes, the cars on my way there is a problem.

[thesahunter]

Howsit Hunter

 

I live out in Gerhardsville which is Between Laezonia and Erasmia There is a Copperleaf Mtb Club and a Fun Ride club aswell and i often ride around the hennops river area one of my favourites is to ride from home through to Northerns do a Loop or 2 and then Head back if you want add me on watsapp and i will keep you posted on the rides and add you to the copperleaf rides Pm me for my Number

 

Thanx.  I will definitely contact you.

[dirtrider]

I cycle to Red Barn and Klapperkop often from my house in WierdaPark . Lotsa space on the dirt next to road and only few road crossings .

[Bru1991]

If you want to add a few " easy" kms on tar, include that new midstream road, coming from Eco park going to red barn and circling that, is about 37km.

[Beast CAM ZA]

Hi there. Would like to know if there is an MTB club at Copperleaf or bike trails?