(Deon) Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 Yes, we still need your help! The Pedal Power Association have committed to covering the costs of two contractors to help reconstruct the trails damaged as a result of the fire in 2015. Shäun Havenga and his Trail Troops will soon join Reto and his team in applying the trail features and finishings during the time leading up to the official reopening – still estimated to be end December 2016. The PPA's involvement is great news and we are grateful for their contribution but this is not to say that everything is taken care of. There is still the need for the volunteers who to date, in three build days, have been able to reopen most of the Downhill, Switchbacks and Vasbyt trails in preparation for these two teams to move in and focus on the features. The contribution from the volunteers makes a significant difference and it is due to the sheer numbers that keep turning up to each build that has allowed the progress we have seen! The PPA contribution also covers the cost of the imported clay-based material Tokai's trails need to resist wheels and weathering. Unlike most other trails, digging away the topsoil in Tokai does not expose a layer of clay, instead what remains is a combination Sandstone and Granite based soils both highly prone to erosion but also critical to the survival of one of the world's most diverse but threatened plant species, Sandveld and Granite fynbos. Lining our mountain bike trails with the imported material will add resistance to erosion and thereby meet part of our sustainability mandate, but it also drastically increases the cost of the restoration and this is where volunteering helps the most, in alleviating the extra cost of clearing the trails. The Snake trails and Boulders, two iconic trails in Tokai still need to be cleared but DH0 and Switchbacks have already been started and are still in need of more attention, so join us on the 30th and help make a difference to the trails we will soon be riding again... Signup here - http://eepurl.com/b_dxqT Today we not only thank Devil's Peak Brewing Company who continue to support the volunteer teams making the the restoration of Tokai's trails possible, but also the PPA for their continued financial commitment to mountain biking in the Table Mountain National Park. The future is bright to say the least.. - - - Edit: If you have registered but don't see the registration confirmation email, please check your spam or junk filters. If you still have problems registering you can send an email to volunteers@tokaimtb.co.za and we'll assist. Registration closes Friday and a final confirmation will be sent out with a few more details.
popcorn_skollie Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 I know i promised i would be there. But i'll definitely be there. Thanks ppa. Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk
(Deon) Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 I know i promised i would be there. But i'll definitely be there. Thanks ppa. Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk..and thanks to you, and everyone else supporting this effort. See you Saturday.
Eddy Gordo Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 hmm, sorry working sat but also no heavy lifting for me for a while. I over stretched trying to reach somthing higher up than me and hurt my inners where I had my op and then still proceeded to lift a 10kg box and now hurting. Hell, I aint lifting anything slightly heavy anymore.Maybe when there is a build one sun I can come assist in carting you guys up and down and maybe some tools or somthing in my double cab
Trillian Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 I can only do the morning shift this time. Just signed up, hope there's still room.
(Deon) Posted July 27, 2016 Author Posted July 27, 2016 I can only do the morning shift this time. Just signed up, hope there's still room.That's fine, there is still space. 14 signed up so far..
popcorn_skollie Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 I have a bakkie too if that helps. Not 4x4 though
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 I have a bakkie too if that helps. Not 4x4 thoughyou need a 16. Seriously.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 I'll hav eto come back down on the 12pm shuttle. Birthday party... Meh.
popcorn_skollie Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 you need a 16. Seriously. That bad huh. The jeep track rutted?
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 That bad huh. The jeep track rutted?more like severe water bars that would articulate the feck out of anything...
popcorn_skollie Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 I'll hav eto come back down on the 12pm shuttle. Birthday party... Meh. Same. Daddy duty.Provisionally booked the next couple of fortnights with the government though.She's like that place still closed? Where have you been going all this time?
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 27, 2016 Posted July 27, 2016 Same. Daddy duty.Provisionally booked the next couple of fortnights with the government though.She's like that place still closed? Where have you been going all this time? Hahahahahaha!!!
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