love2fly Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 A month or 2 back I called Kyalami racetrack which as many know is under new ownership and has been refurbished at massive investment, to ask if/when the track is ever going to open for cyclists and was given a "nope".. Cyclists being able to make use of the track after hours on certain days made a huge difference in that office-bound cyclists were able to get some much needed mileage during the week. How can we go about respectfully requesting the new owners (Porsche SA) to let us do so once again? Who is in support? .Maybe someone here knows Toby Venter, the boss and can very nicely ask.I think it is especially relevant as 94.7 Cyclechallenge and the circuit owners have seen fit for us to do a lap which ostensibly puts the revamped circuit back on the map with approx. 30,000 cyclists? Maybe we should start a poll?
VicanZA Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 or buy a porsche, they will let u do a lap or 2.. but jokes aside, they may wanna use the 94.7 as the launch for the track again, so we wait and see.
scotty Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Start boycotting porshe by refusing to buy their cars. I'm with you, when i worked in Randburg i regularly cycled there in the afternoon , it was safe for cyclists and joggers to do laps. Used to see a number of top Jhb based pro's there as well.
Slowbee Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Burn something.follow the example of fees must fall. Burn the track !! wait hang on something fishy in the logic ........ no go ahead, burn it ..... logic is sound
ycowley Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 I was thinking the exact same thing this morning when I drove passed the track.
shaper Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Give it time, the track has only recently opened and they are milking it as best they can for race days, club days and Expo's etc. Track hasn't changed that much as have driven it, areas of change is at turns 1 & 2 and at the bottom of the mine shaft. Doubt whether you will get any luck before this 94.7 but by next year maybe, perhaps after the cycle challenge has been and raced on it.... wait and see.. I guess
MarcBurger Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Maybe they'll let you use the karting track. "you want laps? That is how you get laps" But yes, was rad to ride after work till fairly late with a light in complete safety. #willputaporschebadgeonmybikeifitmakesyouhappy#longhashtags
Stretched@Birth Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Maybe buy the Porsche bike that was advertised here not so long ago... [emoji849]
Stretched@Birth Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Seriously though, to improve the chances of being granted access, we need to get the message out to all 947 participants to keep litter (gel packets, water sachets, etc.) to a minimum, on the entire route but especially Kyalami!
Spirog Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 follow the example of fees must fall. Burn the track !! wait hang on something fishy in the logic ........ no go ahead, burn it ..... logic is soundBurn you bike...Then they'll know you're serious!
Milosh Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 I think it is especially relevant as 94.7 Cyclechallenge and the circuit owners have seen fit for us to do a lap which ostensibly puts the revamped circuit back on the map with approx. 30,000 cyclists? Interesting that they want the exposure from cyclists on day but don't want the cyclists outside that . Would be really great PR to open in weeks leading up to 947
love2fly Posted October 11, 2016 Author Posted October 11, 2016 Seriously though, to improve the chances of being granted access, we need to get the message out to all 947 participants to keep litter (gel packets, water sachets, etc.) to a minimum, on the entire route but especially Kyalami!I used to do some work with the 94.7 organisers....will try to have a chat....94.7 also used to participate with I think it was Cyclelab at the riding clinics at Kyalami in the weeks leading up to Cyclechallenge...
love2fly Posted October 11, 2016 Author Posted October 11, 2016 Interesting that they want the exposure from cyclists on day but don't want the cyclists outside that . Would be really great PR to open in weeks leading up to 947 The irony is what got to me also.....
NotSoBigBen Posted October 11, 2016 Posted October 11, 2016 Burn you bike...Then they'll know you're serious! No you have it wrong my friend, burn SOMEONE ELSE's bike demmit!
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