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Ride report: Reflecting on the Western Cape road season

Mark Nel | March 4th, 2013

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Reflecting on what was a pretty mediocre season from a personal point of view, I think the standard of racing in the Western Cape has increased dramatically this season with a number of new teams, mos...


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Touring: From Prince Albert to Knysna

Mark Nel | January 11th, 2013

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December is traditionally a time to put in long, slow miles on the bike so as to make sure you are in good stead for the racing that lies ahead from January. This December was no different and saw us ...


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Race report: Engen Dynamic Cycle Challenge, Wellington

Mark Nel | October 12th, 2012

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Lining up for the first race of the season is always a nerve-wracking experience. Irrespective of how much training you have done on the off-season and despite thinking you may have some decent form, ...


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European climbing: Alps vs Pyrenees

Mark Nel | August 24th, 2012

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You think you know climbs and then you go to Europe  Like most avid cyclists, I had seen the legendary Tour de France climbs on TV and read many stories about these monsters. I told myself that I kne...


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Tour de France reflections: Even the sprinters climb faster than you

Mark Nel | July 23rd, 2012

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So the Tour has come and gone and I now have a bit of time to reflect on an incredible two weeks of watching the action. I think it goes without saying that Team Sky dominated the race and it was good...


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Gallery: Behind the scenes at the Tour de France

Mark Nel | July 16th, 2012

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A fan’s eye view of stages 10, 11 and 12...


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Memorable riding in Italy

Mark Nel | July 10th, 2012

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Having decided to take a few months off to experience Europe in all its grandeur, I find myself sitting on a train Lyon bound, after two awesome weeks in Italy. We join up with the travelling circus t...


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Riding with legends

Mark Nel | June 14th, 2012

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What is it about the sport of cycling that we love so much? Is it the fact that you get to see and explore places you never knew existed, while maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Is it the cool cutting ...