Cycling is good for a number of reasons because it is: 1. a great form of exercise 2. a good way to take in lots of fresh air 3. a pure and sustainable form of transport 4. an excellent way to experience surrounding sounds and sights at close range 5. a sport/cult that comes in …
We can choose to explore some of the world’s best wildlife areas in a variety of ways – on 4×4, on foot or on a wild animal are just some of the options. For the fit and adventurous, cycling is a popular choice. And to add some more excitement to the mix, why not cycle …
The largest timed cycle race in the world is bound to draw interest and every year there are riders from all over the world who make the effort to be in Cape Town for the race. I met a few of them this year and all had a great time being part of this amazing …
Having survived another very windy Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour, I am relieved to say the least, but I have to confess I am still hoping for one of those peachy windless days for the race in 2011 or 2012. It is just so much tougher mentally and physically to grind it out all …
Tuesday night brought a shocking wildfire to the City of Cape Town. Starting at around 8.30pm just above UCT and Rhodes Memorial on the slopes of Table Mountain, a fire broke out and raced around Devil’s Peak towards the city bowl, destroying hundreds of hectares of fynbos en route. It reached right up to the …
