[Event] Two Oceans "Wolfpack Hustle" Crash Race 2019

[nicsname]

Event Name: Two Oceans "Wolfpack Hustle" Crash Race 2019
When: 20 April 2019
Where: Forries, Western Cape
Category: Road

A morning for the purists. A battle for the teeth gritters. A chance for the renegades and the Voigts of Cape Town. A race for the rouleurs, the puncheurs and the breakaway artists. A statement for the singlespeeds and big ring riders. A beautiful morning for all who love the sound of freewheel hubs and banter with buddies at first light. Welcome to the Two Oceans “Wolfpack Hustle” Crash Race.

2019 marks the 6^th occasion of the Two Oceans Crash Race - a race/ride which traverses the two oceans ultra-marathon route while the roads are closed(ish), before the runners start. This is your only chance on cycling Cape Town’s usually busy streets, with absolutely(ish) no traffic or cars, for free. Skip your usual beautiful, blissful slumber and join us at an unthinkable hour for 56km of bicycle riding delight. You might have to set your alarm for 3am, but we guarantee you’ll have a good time.

Start time is 4:00am sharp outside Forresters Arms, Newlands. Compulsory items: A bicycle; helmet; front and rear light; and a post-race beer at Forries.

First Gent and First Lady will receive a rare and highly coveted crash race dog-tag so #bringyourhustle

Go to Event Page

Edited April 19, 2019 by nicsname

[SpecialK]

I'm in!

[KingZA]

Pity I'm away otherwise i'd join in on the fun

[Pure Savage]

I'm in!

[Donovan Le Cok]

Is this legit and legal? If so it sounds brilliant. Definitely be there. IS there any cost to it?

 

Legit yes, I have done it a few times. Really great fun.

 

No costs, other than some sweat and tears.

[Jewbacca]

Legit yes, I have done it a few times. Really great fun.

 

No costs, other than some sweat and tears.

You've got a title to defend!

 

I would offer to lead you out till Chappies but I'm not sure if I will make it back in time to run

Edited April 4, 2019 by Jewbacca

[Cookie88]

I joined this last year - rode straight into a horrendous South Easter through Muizenberg which was harrowing, lekka vibe and enjoyed smashing a beer at 6 in the morning when we finished at Forries!

[nicsname]

Can I join on a mountain bike? 

 

Absolutely! 

 

Here's the the thread/event page from last year if you'd like some more info: https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/172976-event-two-oceans-wolfpack-hustle-crash-race/

 

We'll try have a special prize for first the mtb and SS home this year too, so even more reason to head out on the knobblies! 

[Tim Brink]

Absolutely! 

 

Here's the the thread/event page from last year if you'd like some more info: https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/172976-event-two-oceans-wolfpack-hustle-crash-race/

 

We'll try have a special prize for first the mtb and SS home this year too, so even more reason to head out on the knobblies! 

 

Which category would gravel bikes qualify for?

[Shebeen]

Which category would gravel bikes qualify for?

faux hipster

[Tim Brink]

faux hipster

I shall keep the beard, then.

[Shebeen]

I shall keep the beard, then.

surely the 'bent needs another gallop?

[dirtypot]

I've been wanting to do this since the first one.  I think this should be the year to do it.

[meathead]

I shall keep the beard, then.

Don"t forget clip on man bun

[Tim Brink]

surely the 'bent needs another gallop?

Main Road Wynberg is scary enough hanging onto the UCT whippersnappers on a normal bike, thank you.

[nicsname]

With this weekend being your last to train (either by having a beer at 6:30am or by spinning the legs) before the big day, here’s your route:

 

Once everyone arrives at Forries we'll take a spin down to the Engen Garage on Main Road for the start. We ride main road all the way to Fish Hoek and turn right at the FH circle towards Noordhoek. We take the same back roads as the Ultra (Corsair Way), eventually doing Chappies, through Hout Bay, up Constantia Nek and then hit Rhodes Drive to the finish, where cold bezzas await!

 

For safety's sake, the official finish for the racing snakes will be at Kirstenbosch top gate - in case it ends in a sprint - followed by a leisurely roll back to forries for a beer and a chat. Hope to see you there!

Edited April 11, 2019 by nicsname