There are two interesting Road races to consider this year - The Jock Cycle Classique on the 24th of July and the Clover Lowveld Tour from the 23rd to 26th of September. I will be doing both, and they promise some exceptional scenery, some very tough but rewarding climbs, and they're next door to Mapuo. What better combination?! Links are below for those interested in taking part:
www.cyclelab.com/default.asp?Id=188&des=content#JockClassique"
http://cyclingnews.co.za
The Jock has reverted to it's original format of a single day stage race, with the 150km broken down into more manageable but still painful bites. Think of taking smaller bites out of a chilli, instead of eating it in one bite. This makes it into an all-day event with breakfast and lunch served between stages 2 and 3. Quite civilised. Let's see how the Lowvelders manage to cook pasta..
The Clover Lowveld tour is a 5 stage 4 day race and will feature some of the most beautiful climbs and scenery in the ironically named Lowveld. There is nothing low about this area, with high mountains and steep valley roads. I have trouble driving around by car, so we'll see how we fare on a bike!
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