24 degrees, no rain and a light breeze, the perfect day to start the Pioneer. The Prologue kicked off at 10am, with the first riders getting to enjoy this amazingly designed urban course around Mossel Bay. It’s a 13km loop and started from the water’s edge at the Point with some steep climbing (23%) to the historic Point High School before hitting the hiking trail … Continue reading Cape Pioneer Trek: The Prologue
For learners in South Africa, a bike is more than transportation: it’s a vehicle that sets her on the path to higher learning. Because the more time she has for school, the greater the opportunity to make a difference for herself, her family, her community and the world as a whole. Join me and Qhubeka in our effort to mobilize those children. I am riding … Continue reading Cape Pioneer Trek = 6 Buffalo Bicycles
People always ask me how I will prepare for the Tour d’Afrique. It’s simple, I do what I always do and race day and multi stage events. Apparently one gets fitter and stronger as the tour progresses. Everyone can go at their own pace and less fit riders will just spend a little longer in the saddle each day. I aim for a good base and prep … Continue reading Dr Evil Classics: The last stretch of preparation for the Tour d’Afrique begins
School Holidays are the perfect opportunity to put children on their bikes and have them play in the park. Our kids had great joy riding the new Higgovale XC course in Cape Town. 2 hours filled with fun, skills training and outdoor activity. Contact Kate Slegrova (info@cycletraining.co.za) or myself (katjasteenkamp@gmail.com) if you wish to book a kids MTB skills clinic with us. We need a minimum … Continue reading School Holidays – Time to play in the park
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