Monthly Archives: May 2015

My tiny taste of Pro Racing

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Saddlesaws

Not an Australian car park    Traveling internationally for a competitive event is a whole new game; in summary; it is pretty challenging!! Recently a friend of mine was assessed as to her fit as a pro cyclist and I … Continue reading →

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How to clean your bike after a race…

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Saddlesaws

I’m sitting at a table overlooking the ocean. The smell of pizza delicious in the air. A half drained Windhoek draught in front of me. The happy burble of full restaurant all around. This one filled with Mountain Bikers filling … Continue reading →

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The spectacular Umkomaas Valley

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Saddlesaws

Today’s ride (race?) from McKenzie farm through to Jolivet is arguably the finest stage of any race. A detailed survey (I asked a couple of friends) confirmed at least that it is the best stage in South Africa.  The opening … Continue reading →

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The worlds best bike race sponsor?

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Saddlesaws

With Mountain Biking replacing golf as the corporate execs hobby/sport, we’ve all attended races sponsored upmarket brands. Often cars – exotic – and a slew of asset management companies. Clearly the logic is if your can afford a bike and … Continue reading →

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Yes dear, Larri – with an “i”!

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Saddlesaws

As I write our luxury coach claws it’s way past the 18 wheeler we have been stuck behind for the last half and hour or so. The roads here in rural KwaZulu Natal are sinuous in both the vertical and … Continue reading →

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