Cav' Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 So is "Push of a climb" and "Nando's" really omitted from this years race?The previous pages still don't give a definitive answer.
Nick Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 We received this press release about the route changes: https://www.bikehub.co.za/features/_/news/mtb/sa-mtb/continued-innovation-keeps-sani2c-a-step-ahead-r6461
cat-i Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 So I was offered a spot by a friend that cannot make it anymore about 2 weeks ago. I obviously took it. I have been focusing on running the past 3 months with two or so road cycles every week. So needless to say I am worried that this is going to be a sufferfest of note. I spent last weekend in Lesotho. Much to advanced for my technical skills, but I managed most the climbs reasonably well. I am fit, but clearly under trained in terms kms and MTB skills. How difficult is it going to be to get through the 3 days? Running? You'll be good for the climbs, and no need to stress about the downhills and other parts. Your bum is the only thing that may complain .... so maybe spend as much time of this week and weekend as you can in a saddle ... and for the rest, ENJOY!!!
Escapee.. Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 So looks like we will be there! Late entry substitution done Now for some panic training
ADe Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 Running? You'll be good for the climbs, and no need to stress about the downhills and other parts. Your bum is the only thing that may complain .... so maybe spend as much time of this week and weekend as you can in a saddle ... and for the rest, ENJOY!!!I am doing an 80k on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday to see how my bum holds up Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk
Squier Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 Push of a climb is out, different more direct route being taken, cuts out a bit of a loop and reduces the district road.From the route description it seems that the entire route between kms 40 and 75 is different toWe received this press release about the route changes: https://www.bikehub.co.za/features/_/news/mtb/sa-mtb/continued-innovation-keeps-sani2c-a-step-ahead-r6461From the route description it does look as if the major climbing bit between waterpoint 1 and "Out of Africa" (the bit after Push of a Climb) has been replaced by new climbs. It definitely does not sound easier, but the change will again bring something new to look forward to. Let's see what it holds. I wouldn't be surprised if the Iconic climb is everything it's built up to be. Farmer Glen was looking for ways to make it harder... Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk
RocknRolla Posted April 24, 2017 Posted April 24, 2017 Looked back to 2012 route, and after the description, I have no idea. Will have to wait for the missus to report back from J2C ( although she is so rigting bedonnerd, she may as well be riding in the cape, and getting any kind of decipherable directional information from her is challenging ) Anyhoo, shouldn't really get into figuring out where the new section is too much, leave a bit of mystery for my 4th time, lucky bastard I am. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Whitters Posted April 25, 2017 Author Posted April 25, 2017 I see the route profile and descriptions are up on the sani website. it seems that the Nandoes Climb and Push of a climb have been excluded in the new route alignment...
jcza Posted April 25, 2017 Posted April 25, 2017 So looks like we will be there! Late entry substitution done Now for some panic training Partnering with......??
Escapee.. Posted April 25, 2017 Posted April 25, 2017 Partnering with......?? My old partner cant make it this year Oom. New partner is going to make me bleed. Oom riding?
jcza Posted April 25, 2017 Posted April 25, 2017 My old partner cant make it this year Oom. New partner is going to make me bleed. Oom riding? So you're riding with Dips then? Yip I'm riding. Hope to see you there for a beer or 3
Escapee.. Posted April 25, 2017 Posted April 25, 2017 Looked back to 2012 route, and after the description, I have no idea. Will have to wait for the missus to report back from J2C ( although she is so rigting bedonnerd, she may as well be riding in the cape, and getting any kind of decipherable directional information from her is challenging ) Anyhoo, shouldn't really get into figuring out where the new section is too much, leave a bit of mystery for my 4th time, lucky bastard I am. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Also number 4 for me I see the route profile and descriptions are up on the sani website. it seems that the Nandoes Climb and Push of a climb have been excluded in the new route alignment... Looks easy So you're riding with Dips then? Yip I'm riding. Hope to see you there for a beer or 3 He says Sani wont see him again, too technical We only entered now...will be doing the TRAIL
Spoke101 Posted April 28, 2017 Posted April 28, 2017 I see the route profile and descriptions are up on the sani website. it seems that the Nandoes Climb and Push of a climb have been excluded in the new route alignment... Yip. Just seen the Joburg2c uploads. There's a nice 23% section coming out the valley, with the average being nearly 9% over 4km's.
nonky Posted April 28, 2017 Posted April 28, 2017 I still have a team entry for the Race for sale - make me an offer. hijack OFF.
cat-i Posted April 28, 2017 Posted April 28, 2017 Yip. Just seen the Joburg2c uploads. There's a nice 23% section coming out the valley, with the average being nearly 9% over 4km's. That's going to hurt!
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