TNT1 Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 2:23 PM, ouzo said: Its longer, dont think its steeper though. Incidentally, going up there was where I got my first speeding fine ever, 31 December 1993. Cops used to park at what was the spar on the left hand side and then trap the guys gunning it up there. Expand Yeah. The perspective in oom Ben's pic doesn't really tell us how steep it is. But I do think there are worse hills in Alberton.
NotSoBigBen Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 2:15 PM, TNT1 said: Dunno where your pic is taken, but Voortrekker up towards Steeldale appears far worse. Expand As @ouzosays it's longer but doesn't have a piece as steep as that ... Frosty 1
NotSoBigBen Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 2:27 PM, TNT1 said: Yeah. The perspective in oom Ben's pic doesn't really tell us how steep it is. But I do think there are worse hills in Alberton. Expand No Paduwan there aren't 😎 longer maybe but not that steep TheoG 1
Adriandup Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 2/28/2022 at 8:19 PM, Robbie Stewart said: Ja, I've heard of that one. I am one of those riders who measures the effort versus reward ratio before deciding to start an ascent and I've not concluded that the effort will sufficiently be rewarded. I am thinking of a trip to Rhebokskloof again sometime soon too but this one has not grabbed my fancy yet Expand They changed the direction a couple of months ago. They take you down this section now but be careful as not everybody aware of the change. Not quite sure how they take you up now but we drop down then hook across Spice Route, Fairview, Diamant into Coleraigne (Specialised Store). IMO definitely great reward for effort. Don't forget the day rate is R100 unless you have an annual board. Happy to show anybody around once I get the chance to replace my cassette. Robbie Stewart 1
Frosty Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 2:23 PM, ouzo said: Its longer, dont think its steeper though. Incidentally, going up there was where I got my first speeding fine ever, 31 December 1993. Cops used to park at what was the spar on the left hand side and then trap the guys gunning it up there. Expand They still trap there occasionally
Frosty Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 2:27 PM, TNT1 said: Yeah. The perspective in oom Ben's pic doesn't really tell us how steep it is. But I do think there are worse hills in Alberton. Expand Worse is dependent on each person’s individual ability on the hills. Vorrtrekker is easier as it’s a punchy hill. 5th Avenue is not my kind of hill. TheoG 1
Frosty Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 Eeuwfees Street in Southcrest is lekker test (just squeezes in to Ward 37, Alberton). The flatter bit on top is a false flat especially if one goes too hard, too early https://www.strava.com/segments/7306783
Frosty Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 I'd say this is the hardest climb in Alberton... providing you can gain access to the Eco Estate. https://www.strava.com/segments/6776994 TheoG 1
Trashy Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 3:12 PM, Adriandup said: They changed the direction a couple of months ago. They take you down this section now but be careful as not everybody aware of the change. Not quite sure how they take you up now but we drop down then hook across Spice Route, Fairview, Diamant into Coleraigne (Specialised Store). IMO definitely great reward for effort. Don't forget the day rate is R100 unless you have an annual board. Happy to show anybody around once I get the chance to replace my cassette. Expand I looked on Trailforks after posting and saw that. Thank goodness! That climb almost made me quit cycling. Compared with the other trails in the Winelands network, Spice Route just isn't worth a visit IMO. Robbie Stewart 1
BenReaper Posted March 1, 2022 Posted March 1, 2022 Out for a short tar ride after work today. Some hills and some wind was on the cards for today. Oh yes and views....😁 The Ouzo, Scary Rider, gerriemtb and 8 others 10 1
TNT1 Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 On 3/1/2022 at 3:34 PM, Frosty said: Worse is dependent on each person’s individual ability on the hills. Vorrtrekker is easier as it’s a punchy hill. 5th Avenue is not my kind of hill. Expand I don't know this 5th avenue. I remember 5th avenue cold duck. Frosty 1
Dusty Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 A short bikepacking trip aroung GP and MP on the weekend. gerriemtb, Jackal355, DJR and 7 others 10
DJR Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 On 3/2/2022 at 5:01 AM, Dusty said: A short bikepacking trip aroung GP and MP on the weekend. Expand Lovely picture that tells the strory of an early start! Dusty 1
BenReaper Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 On 3/2/2022 at 5:01 AM, Dusty said: A short bikepacking trip aroung GP and MP on the weekend. Expand This looks like what adventures are made of! 🤙 Dusty 1
I FLY Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 https://www.strava.com/segments/10161312 This one near Bruma / Cyrildene ( Johannesburg ) is always hard for me.
The Ouzo Posted March 2, 2022 Posted March 2, 2022 (edited) On 3/2/2022 at 1:59 PM, I FLY said: https://www.strava.com/segments/10161312 This one near Bruma / Cyrildene ( Johannesburg ) is always hard for me. Expand Kallanbach edit Just not sure how guys are getting up there in 17s with human power Edited March 2, 2022 by ouzo
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