Cappi Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Hi Guys. I'm one of the unlucky ones this morning that got bike jacked on Jan Smuts drive between the N2 and Epping turnoff. We were on the way to Franschoek. 12 of us. When we saw the guys they looked as if they wanted to cross the road. A few of the guys passed and then thugs drew their knives and ran into us. They caught the tail end of the group and pushed us over, grabbed 3 of our bikes and fled towards the railway lines into Langa. 2 of us hit the ground pretty hard. we both got transported to Vincent Palloti, had xray's done and was lucky enough to be discharged after about 2 hours. It could of been so much worse if they had to try and stab us or swing that massive knife/panga at us.3 of our bikes were taken. i have attached 2 pics, waiting on the 3rd.1st bike specs : Scott CR1 custom spray job by Bogus. black on black. Mavic R-SYS wheels. Full Ultegra 11spd gruppo. Garmin 520. Look Keo pedals. Saddle bag, black carbon water cages. old yellow type Racetec chip on front wheel. Lezyne front light holder. 2nd Bike: Focus black Rotor crankset. American Classic wheels. Sram Gruppo.3rd Bike : Bianchi ( will post more details asap)
dev null Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Sorrie to hear, ouensHope no one is hurt It is not long before someone will get seriously hurt.
Cippo Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 @Cappi. Glad you guys are ok. We will probably be looking at an alternate route from now on through Pinelands itself. We just have to be more vigilant it seems. Our team also just passed there this morning just before your guys. Heal up.
Gav1 Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Is stayed in an apartment in pinelands overlooking the area and saw muggings there twice before on jam Smuts. They tend to hang out in the bushes at the railway line and pounce on folks who pass (joggers, cyclists etc.)- called police and they've responded quickly but those okes have a very strategic spot for escaping. Avoid that stretch okes if you can. You just too exposed in that area. Really glad that no one got hurt.
Brett Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Jeez this is bad. I hope there is a way to get the bikes back! Heal up fast.
lechatnoir Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 So sorry to hear this. Heal up nicely, and hopefully this doesn't derail your DC plans at all.
Stretch Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 What the actual f... Sorry to hear this.. This is just crazy.. The result of an impotent police force allowing **** like this to happen so easily
Trek man Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Sorry to hear guy's .It's sad to hear and read storys like this .
Cappi Posted October 8, 2017 Posted October 8, 2017 Is stayed in an apartment in pinelands overlooking the area and saw muggings there twice before on jam Smuts. They tend to hang out in the bushes at the railway line and pounce on folks who pass (joggers, cyclists etc.)- called police and they've responded quickly but those okes have a very strategic spot for escaping. Avoid that stretch okes if you can. You just too exposed in that area. Really glad that no one got hurt.noted thanks.
Wannabe Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 Cappi.Just glad you guys did not get seriously hurt. Wish there was a way that these muthers can be baited/caught and then taken to a secluded spot for a little "talk"
Long Wheel Base Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 Cappi, Sorry to hear. Glad you ok, could have been a lot worse like you said. Send regards to the rest of the guys please.
Eddy Gordo Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 Sorry to hear guys. I have always wanted to ride through there, but never had the courage to just because of the location. Please be more vigilant. rather bunch up when approaching people in a remote area.
ZakAttak Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 May the almighty grant those hurt, bruised and in shock shifaa... Ameen... Sorry to hear about this, it's terrible.... This is supposed to be our safe haven, the city/country we call home, but it's fast becoming a place of fear!
Allrounder Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 I have to agree. Stellenbocsh is becomming a no go zone, the south seems just as dangerous. In the mountains they are string fish line and wire between trees. Where the **** are suppose to cycle and be safe?? Every time I ask myself this question, the only answer I can think of is the track. But for how long?? There you are also semi alone. Ag I don't know. think I should sell my bike and focus on my xbox in my jail cell I call home.
Eddy Gordo Posted October 9, 2017 Posted October 9, 2017 slightly off topic but... but surely should affect us cycling there or tokai https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape/foreign-film-crew-robbed-at-silvermine-11523505
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