The Ouzo Posted January 18 Share 5 minutes ago, Jase619 said: Cool man, this race isn't for everyone. I will repeat until it stops or I can't anymore. me too. I want to be 90+ years old still riding this race. Long Wheel Base, HdB, TIB and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ouzo Posted January 18 Share 8 minutes ago, ChrisF said: THATS the spirit The travel money is already spent, might as well make the best of it. Nudging our buddies to pop down earlier .... we used to, not so easy now with kids. maybe next year. ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted January 18 Share 4 minutes ago, The Ouzo said: we used to, not so easy now with kids. maybe next year. We see this at Trans Augrabies as well. LOTS of pre-school kids in the park !! Next year those parents dont back .... and new empty nesters joining the fun. Been a few calls to have it during the holidays. Realistically, SANS Parks wont hand over the park for an event during peak season. Similarly, it would be "difficult" to close the Argus route during peak season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ouzo Posted January 18 Share 1 minute ago, ChrisF said: We see this at Trans Augrabies as well. LOTS of pre-school kids in the park !! Next year those parents dont back .... and new empty nesters joining the fun. Been a few calls to have it during the holidays. Realistically, SANS Parks wont hand over the park for an event during peak season. Similarly, it would be "difficult" to close the Argus route during peak season. next year will be my 21st CTCT, so want to try and plan it and take the kids out of school, even just for a long weekend. Kids started a new school this year, much more relaxed with their rules, so it might be easier next year. ChrisF and waveduke 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bub Marley Posted January 18 Share This year will be my 13th and probably my last one for a few years with Ramadan in the mix. I think for a capetonian it’s a no brainer to enter every year but obviously understandable for those travelling from further if cost is holding you back. Edited January 18 by Bub Marley Shebeen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORNE Posted January 18 Share Lol people still want these goody bags? I take my number out the goody bag and on the way to the car, gift all that useless (to me) stuff to the first person i feel looks they want/need it. I have never used anything from that goody bag. Not even the bottle - cant have uncoordinated colours on my bikes. Edited January 18 by MORNE Long Wheel Base, Scary Rider, NickGM and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HdB Posted January 18 Share 2 hours ago, ChrisF said: Who else are planning their trips to get here ? And planning the activities for the days leading up to the World Champs of fun rides ? I'm hoping we can drive down on Thursday, then I can go for a short ride on Friday morning before going to the Expo, ideally with a friend that lives nearby-ish. The people we stay with every year have moved, so going to have to check for safe routes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babse Posted January 18 Share 7 minutes ago, Bub Marley said: Next year will be my 13th and probably my last one for a few years with Ramadan in the mix. I think for a capetonian its a no brainer to enter every year but obviously understandable for those travelling from further if cost is holding you back. you mean this year? Likely the same if i eventually enter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAntoine1 Posted January 18 Share The arrogance and self importance of the first few alphabet groups makes it unpleasant. This is getting steadily worse. Guys seem to think they will land a contract with a team if they go under 3 hours. Get a grip - much more pleasant atmosphere in triathlons or riding one day events in Europe. mikkelz, Akon and W Smith 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted January 18 Share 2 minutes ago, TheAntoine1 said: The arrogance and self importance of the first few alphabet groups makes it unpleasant. This is getting steadily worse. Guys seem to think they will land a contract with a team if they go under 3 hours. Get a grip - much more pleasant atmosphere in triathlons or riding one day events in Europe. Start later .... Or even better, join a charity ride .... Pink Train comes to mind ... hint hint .... Or join @Jewbacca for the SPCA .... LEKKA vibe from the mid-field Long Wheel Base, Johan A Marais, NickGM and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted January 18 Share 14 minutes ago, MORNE said: Lol people still want these goody bags? I take my number out the goody bag and on the way to the car, gift all that useless (to me) stuff to the first person i feel looks they want/need it. I have never used anything from that goody bag. Not even the bottle - cant have uncoordinated colours on my bikes. Recently dug out my Argus water bottle, now use it at the trainer Agreed ... only select bottles makes it onto my bikes Edited January 18 by ChrisF Long Wheel Base and MORNE 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ouzo Posted January 18 Share 3 minutes ago, ChrisF said: Recently dug out my Argus water bottle, now use it at the trainer Agreed ... only select bottles makes it onto my bikes I'm not that anal about water bottles, I've used every single one that I've gotten over the years. As long as they work properly they will continue to be used. Wannabe, ChrisF and Long Wheel Base 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted January 18 Share 1 minute ago, The Ouzo said: I'm not that anal about water bottles, I've used every single one that I've gotten over the years. As long as they work properly they will continue to be used. Hiehie ... My Giant ONLY has Blue Giant bottles. The HT has its set of bottles. (frankly the Argus bottles may even be better than these...) That said, I have never tossed one out. It either gets used in the garage, or it is re-gifted when I service bikes for friends starting out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 18 Share 2 hours ago, ChrisF said: Who else are planning their trips to get here ? And planning the activities for the days leading up to the World Champs of fun rides ? Flights and accommodation booked and paid for. Arrive on the 8th and leave the 17th. Taking my wife and 3 boys down for the first time. When we looked at car hire prices for something that can take 7 of us (my folks as well) we very quickly decided that my folks will drive down a few days before in my dad's caravelle. They will also take the tandem with them. PLENTY planned for the week after the race with my boys, can't wait. Will be my 33rd and my dad's 35th. SilverRider, Chumi, Scary Rider and 10 others 12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikkelz Posted January 18 Share 21 minutes ago, TheAntoine1 said: The arrogance and self importance of the first few alphabet groups makes it unpleasant. This is getting steadily worse. Guys seem to think they will land a contract with a team if they go under 3 hours. Get a grip - much more pleasant atmosphere in triathlons or riding one day events in Europe. The cheek of the lower alphabet groups – they think it's a fun ride! gerriemtb, Cappi, The Ouzo and 7 others 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted January 18 Share 2 minutes ago, mikkelz said: The cheek of the lower alphabet groups – they think it's a fun ride! You mean you dont stop at Dixies ... mikkelz, The Ouzo and Scary Rider 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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