Author Archives: kandicev

by Firoz Limalia I’ve always enjoyed a challenge. Early this year, my roadie friend said I should do the Munga. He did it last year November after buying his mountain bike in August. Finished with 4 hours to spare. The Munga, … Continued

by Bruno Ferriera (support) 26/11/2019 We left Johannesburg at 10:30 and we got to the race registration point around 14:30.  We received an amazing welcome and the race promotors made us feel at home. Marco signed for his race plate and … Continued

This year marked my third Hell and Back. I wasn’t going to ride again, because, well, it’s tough! But this was the 25th installment of the longest-running stage race in SA, in the Karoo (who doesn’t love the Karoo), with only … Continued

Date: Sunday, 13 October 2019Time: Meet at 07h30, leave at 08h00 sharpVenue: RietvleiRide Details: Route to the circus and back.   Arrive dressed in your Super Hero outfit (kiddies, moms & dads).  One parent must cycle & the other parent must be en-route to either drop off … Continued

Waking up on Tuesday morning Dan was unaware of his new career path as Evil Knievel, for today was the day that he was to be properly initiated as a mountain biker and buy a large piece of land. He … Continued

Day 1 – Platberg⛰ We had a lot more Doclings joining us this year at the Swinburne weekend which was fabulous ? It was really great seeing the future XC and Downhill Champions showing off their skills?? On Saturday morning … Continued

Sunday morning dawned, my head feeling a little sensitive from the previous night, as I may have consumed 1 G&T toooooo many.  Our old friend and guide Carl arrived at 07h00 on the dot, we were ready for this epic … Continued

by El Kapitein, Mark Segers My front brakes were binding slightly so at 15kms we stopped and removed them but huge effort had gone into staying with the group as we climbed and climbed and climbed some more. That route … Continued

by El Kapitein (aka Mark Segers) It all started a year ago, on 19th August 2018, as we were traveling back on the bus being entertained by the Locke brothers. In my wisdom and stupidity, I came to realise closer … Continued