[Event] Old Mutual Wealth Double Century

[MongooseMan]

My first DC, got drafted into a team on Monday.

Wow, you can’t explain DC, you need to experience it. I get it now, it’s completely different to any other bike race. The vibe, the collective effort (from riders and support teams). The intense sense of achievement. 
I’ll be back next year, that’s for sure.

[cadenceblur]

32 minutes ago, MongooseMan said:

My first DC, got drafted into a team on Monday.

Wow, you can’t explain DC, you need to experience it. I get it now, it’s completely different to any other bike race. The vibe, the collective effort (from riders and support teams). The intense sense of achievement. 
I’ll be back next year, that’s for sure.

Ah, we spent quite a bit of time rolling with you guys. I see one of our members in the corner of your pic!

[Meezo]

17 hours ago, MongooseMan said:

My first DC, got drafted into a team on Monday.

Wow, you can’t explain DC, you need to experience it. I get it now, it’s completely different to any other bike race. The vibe, the collective effort (from riders and support teams). The intense sense of achievement. 
I’ll be back next year, that’s for sure.

This, I say this every year. It the best road race on the calendar for me... and I don't race ever... and mainly MTB. Absolutely love it

...this was by far the hardest one for me 🥴

Edited November 27, 2023 by Meezo

[cadenceblur]

Had a great day out, apart from the box that stopped dead right in front of causing me to crash and ruin my shoe and scrape my shifter 😡, fortunately I could continue with a few grazes and bruises.

Our plan was for a 12 man finish which we achieved within our target time as well, also reckon we could have shaved off about 20 minutes 

[F@yino]

Really well organised race, kudos to the organisers. The gees was next level. Loved every minute of it! 

[DieselnDust]

Just two pages of Dc Banter>???!!! What am I missing?

 

My 11th finish was pretty special.

Riding with a buddy who a year ago went into remission made it a memorable ride.

Great teamwork, excellent weather, and the usual excellent organisation just added the cherries on top.

Another fantastic goodie bag sponsored by Old Mutual that included some usual stuff like hot methanol gel warm up rub, a huge container of nuts and raisins, a current copy of bicycling magazine, ciovita socks and a base layer. 👌

[K20Champ]

We waiting on the PureSavage race report🫣

Very unusual that this DC had such a little comments / banter.

Another great event all in all, with lots of punctures from start to finish.

[Spinnekop]

It was my 6th DC.
And it has moved to the top of my list of best races to do in SA.
The camaraderie and all-round positive attitude of every cyclist participating is infectious.  

You get to cycle for a whole day is a stunning part of our country with scenery out of a travel book and every now and again you stop to eat and drink.

What is not to love.

I'll be back for sure!

Edited November 29, 2023 by Spinnekop

[Johan A Marais]

Toyota Cadence had a very nice race overview last night.  Got me me wanna do it again...  2024?

[ridearoundtheblock]

Does anyone know the date for this year's event? The organisers usually only announce it in July/August. My guess is Saturday 23 November. Is it safe to plan around this date?

[DieselnDust]

Yes the third weekend of November a always a safe bet

Edited April 29 by DieselnDust

[Skubarra]

Not bothering to create a new thread for this year....

But does anyone know whats going on with the seeding? Seems they updated about 80% of the teams yesterday and then got bored or distracted.... 🤷‍♂️

https://doublecentury.co.za/race-information-centre/race-day-event/team-seeding-and-start-order/

Edited November 13 by Skubarra

[babse]

3 minutes ago, Skubarra said:

Not bothering to create a new thread for this year....

But does anyone know whats going on with the seeding? Seems they updated about 80% of the teams yesterday and then got bored or distracted.... 🤷‍♂️

https://doublecentury.co.za/race-information-centre/race-day-event/team-seeding-and-start-order/

keeping you racing snakes guessing for a bit longer...

['Dale]

DC Adventure time is almost here! #mindae

A few behavioural tips to boost performance, Cupcakes. Use it or lose it. 10 days to go.

1. Go to bed a little earlier even if you don’t sleep, but boost your restfulness. 

 2. If you go hard in training, keep the volume down, and avoid emergency panic training flowing out of insecurities.⚠️

3. Pretend, mentally, that you are covering, say 250 kms, as it can help with your energy management on the day.🎯

4. Stay from night clubs, John Wick, and avoid people that are ill or snotty. 

5. Don’t make any radical changes to your lifestyle or go try out a miracle USN protein shake for muscle soreness and recovery.

6. Watch your self-talk and the little voice between your ears. If you believe you can have a steady and powerful DC, you’re right. If you believe you can’t, you’re right. 

7. Don’t stand if you can sit and don’t sit if you can lie down.👣

8. What works for your petrol tank, works for your petrol tank. Every body and every nutritional plan is unique. People often giggle at my hot cross buns. 💋

Edited November 13 by 'Dale

[bleedToWin]

51 minutes ago, 'Dale said:

7. Don’t stand if you can sit and don’t sit if you can lie down.👣

Don't think recumbent bikes are allowed...

[The Ouzo]

1 minute ago, bleedToWin said:

Don't think recumbent bikes are allowed...

my boss found me lying down under my desk, he didnt understand, now I'm fired.