MORNE Posted September 2, 2021 Share Yea its a proper read with all the do and dont’s…but seems like they have a decent plan in place. Very strict protocols. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedToWin Posted September 3, 2021 Share Rain or no rain, ons gaan koud kry... ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbr Posted September 3, 2021 Share 2 minutes ago, bleedToWin said: Rain or no rain, ons gaan koud kry... ???? Just pedal faster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucas Swart Posted September 3, 2021 Share What would you folks say is the appropriate attire for this race? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbr Posted September 3, 2021 Share I'll bring everything and see during warm up, if it rains before/during the start I'll wear my full rain jacket + gloves. If it doesn't rain I'll take the sleeves off of the rain jacket and wear arm warmers instead, and still go with gloves. Doubt I'll wear leg warmers unless it's really freezing, they tend to get heavy when wet. Lucas Swart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedToWin Posted September 3, 2021 Share 39 minutes ago, Lucas Swart said: What would you folks say is the appropriate attire for this race? Base layer, arm warmers, and leg warmers if the rain stays away. I won't wear a jacket of any kind since it adds a lot of air resistance, but you'll be much more comfortable with a jacket or gilet (sleeveless windbreaker). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCTG Posted September 3, 2021 Share 1 hour ago, bleedToWin said: Rain or no rain, ons gaan koud kry... ???? Lekker bitter koud mense... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted September 3, 2021 Share 1 hour ago, Jbr said: I'll bring everything and see during warm up, if it rains before/during the start I'll wear my full rain jacket + gloves. If it doesn't rain I'll take the sleeves off of the rain jacket and wear arm warmers instead, and still go with gloves. Doubt I'll wear leg warmers unless it's really freezing, they tend to get heavy when wet. If a Frenchy is planning on wearing winter kit then you know us SAFFAS need to be considering Arctic wear!!???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbr Posted September 3, 2021 Share 3 minutes ago, DieselnDust said: If a Frenchy is planning on wearing winter kit then you know us SAFFAS need to be considering Arctic wear!!???? Frenchy from the south though DieselnDust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted September 3, 2021 Share 3 minutes ago, Jbr said: Frenchy from the south though I've only ever been in the south for summer and autumn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K20Champ Posted September 3, 2021 Share I noticed the seedings is no longer updated on Racetec, any reason why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucas Swart Posted September 3, 2021 Share Thanks for the advice and confidence boosters up to this point folks. Makes me glad to be joining this community. I have one more rookie question if you'll humour me a bit more. If I'm used to riding SPDs on a different bike, but haven't used them before on the bike I'm doing this race with (my Battaglin steel frame), do you think it's wise to put SPD's on the Battaglin now, right before the race? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORNE Posted September 3, 2021 Share 2 hours ago, Lucas Swart said: Thanks for the advice and confidence boosters up to this point folks. Makes me glad to be joining this community. I have one more rookie question if you'll humour me a bit more. If I'm used to riding SPDs on a different bike, but haven't used them before on the bike I'm doing this race with (my Battaglin steel frame), do you think it's wise to put SPD's on the Battaglin now, right before the race? I use the same shoes on 3 bikes. (Although you’ll get stoned by the town roadies if they see you riding a road bike with mtb spds haha). Wear them with secret socks for extra effect. Its more acceptable on a gravel bike though (mtb shoes)…but then i also ride my helmet with the visor on everything because i cant be bothered to remove it because fashion says so. This is considered blasphemy in road cycling but i do what i want lol. if your bikes are set up similarly and you are comfortable with spd’s, do it. There shouldnt then be any real difference between how they feel on the different bikes. DieselnDust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbr Posted September 4, 2021 Share No it’s actually a good idea if you know your shoes well and are happy with your cleat position. Just try it today to make sure you don’t need to move your seatpost up a little, the pedals+Cleats might make your pedals a bit thicker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORNE Posted September 4, 2021 Share 49 minutes ago, Jbr said: No it’s actually a good idea if you know your shoes well and are happy with your cleat position. Just try it today to make sure you don’t need to move your seatpost up a little, the pedals+Cleats might make your pedals a bit thicker 100% this. and especially with mtb/spd shoes. Their stack is quite high compared to the less peasant orientated shoes I cant afford (read - they dont make my size). The difference between wearing flats and clipless on my bike is almost 10mm lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K20Champ Posted September 4, 2021 Share Just a few hours to go????♂️????♀️ Latest update on the weather gurus? Starting in C Group, what can i expect? From the gun? and pace? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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