Sani2c.... better late than never!

In May, it was time for the 10th annual Sani2c multi-day race from the Drakensberg mountains (Sani) through 270 km of amazing countryside to the sea. This ride is partly sponsored by the Cat dealer (Barloworld) and has been ridden by certain members of the Cat MTB team over the years. This was my turn for my first ride. Although I don't have many pictures, I encourage you guys to consider this as an option before the summer season in Europe. It's a lot of fun and quite a good test of your fitness. Happy to help make arrangements for anyone interested. Cmon and play in SA.

Pics from last visit, Hockey, Fondue, etc - late, I know!

Fondue Fun

Greetings Jo's and friends... All the best for a great year and many awesome rides! Next week I'll be visiting Geneva for a few days and thought it would be a good idea to meet for a fondue and a few sociaaals! As it will be a busy week and everyone has plans already, I thought I would throw an option to the group to see what everyone prefers. Date: Please choose either Tuesday 21st or Thursday 23rd Venue: Vieux-Carouge Time: around 7pm Looking forward to seeing some of the group there and catching-up on all the news.

The Zulu and his ntombi (lady)

The mighty Jo's... I have been asked, so here are a few pics of the big day when Zulu married his brave biking partner and she became Mrs Zulu. It was a fabulous day, for sure, and would have been perfect for riding in the mountains around the wedding venue. Luckily, the party was good enough to keep everyone focused.

A Zulu in the Bush

The Mashatu Game Reserve is famous for elephants and giraffe. We had the opportunity to cycle through it this past Easter weekend with a group of 11 adventurous riders. Although it was dusty, the recent floods left a lot of fantastic greenery and lots of soft sand on the flood plains. This made for tough riding and beautiful views! Unfortunately Mrs Zulu had a bit of a fall, but got back on the bike and carried on. Three stitches at the hospital later, she was still smiling. Enjoy the photos.

Sociaaal

Hi Jo's.... If anyone is available on Sunday evening, we'll be at the Demi Lune from about 6pm enjoying a beer, wine and probably a burger later on. Please feel free to join us for some celebrations, a few socials and probably a story or two. Will certainly be good to see you all in winter gear.

Zulu on your stoep

Jo's.... The Zulu and his fiance will be enjoying a bit of white powder in France next week and visiting Geneve on the way home. Anyone in town during the weekend of 16th & 17th are invited to enjoy a beer or wine together.... perhaps a few "socials" will be necessary. Let me know your preference and we'll make plans to meet somewhere convenient.

SA Adventure - Baviaanskloof

A taste of what's happening a little bit further south than Finale....

Ride: Baviaanskloof Western Cape

Distance: 200km

Total Ascent: 2300m

Total Descent: 2600m

Time: 4 fantastic days

Result: zero mechanicals, plenty baboon sitings, some wild kudu, big smiles and happy friends!

The group: 8 friends, 4 Jo's and 4 Jozette's

In the gorge riding between the cliffs

Entering the National Park and wildlife area

Zulu and Jo-ntombazane (zulu for girl).... During the 1000m climb up the "mother"!

Tandem team went all the way without problem

Last night stop after 160km and 1800m of ascent

Any takers for next year? Let me know!

Balls & Zulu....in Jo'burg!

Balls & Zulu in Jo'burg. Bikers reunited...next time on the bike please!

Smile...! Good to see that the friendship goes beyond the Petit Saleve.

2011 MTB weekend Crans-Montana.....the pics.

Time for a Down Hilling break....liquids and food on a sunny Crans-Montana afternoon.

Mighty fine Hamburger!!!

After 8.300 meter of down hill riding it was beer time....Nameless you look to fresh!

Guess on who's bike Missile is working.....!

Sitting in the sun, dinking and slowly getting drunk on Panache....or how was it spelled again?

Poooo Haaaaaa!

Working on Namless his bike......will this continue when the new two wheeler arrives...??

.....more work on Namless bike.....!!

.....still working on Nameless bike. Joe's the beers are here!

Here you can rent a smile......or a cast!

Where is that name Dopey coming from.....He found another place to play!

Saturday morning.....a cold start but everybody is there! Uuuuhhhh almost everybody....

Its July.....what is wrong with this picture?

Hello happy Swiss cows!

The first of the six bisses......pedaling and smiling :-)

More water?

A little "hike a bike" is included.

51, 52, 53....how many more?

Nascar.....!!

The stunning but dampy views of the Valais. Nature needs water....!

Zulu negotiating the bridge.....big b's!

The sun is out.....the long awaited lunch!

Happy faces.....and full stomachs.

Party time.....ready to roll again.

Missile smiles......up yours!

Naked show....another jersey gone. Stop sweating man!

The descent from Crist Roi.....was he watching over us?

More Nascar....

....Arthur....our New bee and youngest rider. Good you could join!

Papy.....Old Jo founding member on his red Stumpy! Get that smile of your face...!?

Where is he coming from?

The return of Balls!

What are you "sinking" about?

Where will we go next year?

Thanks everybody for being there, smiling, riding and appreciating the ride and company. I see owe a Brazilian! See you next year.....over to you Ref. for comments and more fun.