Johan A Marais Posted November 2, 2009 Posted November 2, 2009 So I just came from a magic ride in Majic Forest and then did the new MTB Single-track at Hillcrest (2nd time). <?: prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Well done to the team (I think it is the Amariders?!) that has done this (and I am aware busy in the background to get us more tracks, through more farms), this is just amazing! Unfortunately there was no one that I could pay my R20, for the use of the track to. The restaurant was closed and I could not find the Honesty Box (not to sure if this will work, the Honesty Box that is, but well done for trying). I also saw other riders who no doubt had the same problem... Fact is, I want to pay, because it is so worth it! So please pm me with details on what to do if I have a similar situation in future and how to handle this case.
EigerSA Posted November 2, 2009 Posted November 2, 2009 Please please please let it be Hillcrest in Natal!
Johan A Marais Posted November 2, 2009 Author Posted November 2, 2009 Sorry guys, it is in Cape Town - Durbanville Hills
dirtman Posted November 2, 2009 Posted November 2, 2009 Hi Moonman Glad you enjoy Hillcrest. Re payment - the honesty box is next to the side entrance door to the restaurant. Please pay double next time you ride there, or go to our website (tygerbergmtb.co.za) for bank details. Question however is why don't you join the club? - you can then ride for free and you also contribute for maintenance in Majik. Details on the website. We (Tygerberg MTB club) will complete another 1,5 km of single track this week at a cost of R5000, so we need riders to please pay. This new ST will form part of a new loop of about 3km that will take you nearly right up to the masts at the top of the hill. We will start with another ST loop on the front part of Hillcrest soon that will add another 4 km, bringing the total distance at Hilllcrest to about 13 km (and counting). Whether the honesty box will work or not? - we have no choice but to trust our fellow MTB riders - we are monitoring the situation and if it becomes evident that riders don't pay, we will be forced to only allow Tygerberg MTB club members to ride outside normal restaurant hours (that is before 9 am and after 5 pm).
Johan A Marais Posted November 2, 2009 Author Posted November 2, 2009 Thanks Dirtman, also got your PM...I will pay double next time. You guys are stars, and we are all looking forward to the end result.And I am sure that all riders making use of this will pay, we understand the effort that goes into this!! That's why I, for one went to this trouble, I do not want you to loose out on one payment!! And hopefully it also helped to create some awareness and answer questions that other riders may have...And I will look into the club... Thanks for the tip!
Wallee Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 HA HA HA - I was so excited when I saw this post, I also thought it was Hillcrest Durban
dirtman Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Just back from a sweltering hot Hillcrest. We will complete the 1,5 km of ST today and will start on the second part of the extensions tomorrow - another 2 km of ST on the hill facing Tiekiedraai road. We need to construct a "fence-crossing" before we can open up the new 1,5 km of ST. Will try and do it before the weekend, but no guarrantees. New loop also need to be signposted before opening it up. Will let you know by Friday on this forum if it is open or not. Also- remember the Tygerberg MTB club funride on 15 Nov starting at D'aria and going through the Tygerberg Nature Reserve. Go to tygerbergmtb.co.za for full details.
reteid Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Do hilcrest after a loop in majik forrest via the downpath at poplars.Big thumbs up to adrian and the guys of the club for bringing this to life.After cycling for 10 years in magic forrest it is great to have new paths on my doorstep.Lekker to be a member of Tygerberg MTB Club.
Johan A Marais Posted November 3, 2009 Author Posted November 3, 2009 Cool, I will be there at about 5pm today, once again after Majic Forest. And yes, I will remember to pay double...
Mrs Colonel Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 We rode to Hillcrest from Table View on Sunday, in that pumping wind. I was buggered by the time we got there!I'm happy to report that all 7 or so of us paid our R20 Really enjoyed the route - would like to go back when the wind isn't pumping though - I was being blown off the track at the top section, on the grass.
pedal Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Mrs C... dedication. Well done. Must pay Hilcrest a visit, sounds very nice.I am a proud member of Tygerberg Club, but have never taken part in any events but the newsletters keep me inspired. C U on the 15th.
Lills Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 You all have me really excited and happy there just for a moment... and then I realised it Hillcrest in another province not good ol KZN. Guess we'll just have to find and make our own....
Marius Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Damn, I have to go check it out for myself some time, sounds great.
TitusTi Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Raced on it a while back, nice and smooth, very flowy type stuff.
leet22 Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 will have to make a little trip out to see when I get a day off
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