Harendran Govender Posted October 28 Posted October 28 Hi there, looking absolute beginner to cycling here been racking my brain looking for clubs that will accomodate a beginner as I would like to train for the cycle tour next year however cycling solo seems a bit daunting given the possibility of being mugged. Any recommendations on what I should do or who I can contact or any safe routes that anyone might recommend- I am in the Rondebosch area.
ChrisF Posted October 28 Posted October 28 29 minutes ago, Harendran Govender said: Hi there, looking absolute beginner to cycling here been racking my brain looking for clubs that will accomodate a beginner as I would like to train for the cycle tour next year however cycling solo seems a bit daunting given the possibility of being mugged. Any recommendations on what I should do or who I can contact or any safe routes that anyone might recommend- I am in the Rondebosch area. Are you riding a road or mountain bike ? (dont want to assume road just because you are working towards CTCT) Some of the local clubs - Cycling Clubs Western Cape This seems like a really lekka bunch of riders (though not right on your doorstep), from the more relaxed to the serious DC riders - The Home of The Outriders Cycling Club
Harendran Govender Posted October 28 Author Posted October 28 Sorry thats my bad for not specifying, I'm riding on a road bike. Thanks for the recomendation definitely will check them out ! ChrisF 1
El Duderino Posted October 28 Posted October 28 The 5F Cycling Club are a really great bunch of people who are very welcoming of beginners and new members. Based in the South, their members are from Constantia, Tokai, Noordhoek, Fish Hoek and surrounds. Most rides either start in Tokai or Fish Hoek. You will find them on Facebook I think. Harendran Govender 1
Roadstorm Posted October 28 Posted October 28 (edited) The PPA also has rides on a Saturday morning from there offices in Mowbray. There is a beginners, intermediate and experienced group. Edited October 28 by Roadstorm Harendran Govender and NC_lurker 2
Harendran Govender Posted October 28 Author Posted October 28 6 minutes ago, Roadstorm said: The PPA also has rides on a Saturday morning from there offices in Mowbray. There is a beginners, intermediate and experienced group. Does this still happen? I saw this on their website and joined the whatsapp group but its been dead silent for about 2 weeks since I joined.
Roadstorm Posted October 28 Posted October 28 Contact them on 0216716340 or 083 414 1442 or email jannis@pedalpower.org.za. to confirm.
NC_lurker Posted October 28 Posted October 28 Definitely suggest looking into joining the PPA rides. Harendran Govender 1
Thomo Posted October 29 Posted October 29 13 hours ago, Roadstorm said: Contact them on 0216716340 or 083 414 1442 or email jannis@pedalpower.org.za. to confirm. This. 👆 Get the correct contact details from Jannis. There are multiple groups supported by PPA so possible that the contact/whatsapp details may have changed. Keep in mind that some groups may also just be slow to restart after winter. Their "Intermediate" group has definitely been riding weekly ... perhaps you could even consider jumping in there.
Thomo Posted October 29 Posted October 29 Cape Town Giants ride from Rygersdal Sports Complex. You should be able to reach them via FB.
Jan D Posted October 29 Posted October 29 19 hours ago, Harendran Govender said: Does this still happen? I saw this on their website and joined the whatsapp group but its been dead silent for about 2 weeks since I joined. They still happen weekly, if you message me, I can send you the joining link for the intermediate group
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