 The
Riding
The riding rates 2/3
out of 5 for difficulty and fitness. Riders need to be
cycling fit and be riding 3-4hrs per week, have good bicycle handling skills.
Distances covered daily are approximately 50-70km with a
riding time of 3-4 hours. The terrain is a
combination of dirt and tar roads with some sections
of jeep track and foot paths. It is undulating on the
first day, the second day has hills then flats then a very
steep climb up the mountain, the third day has a long
decent and then farm and gravel roads. Our backup
vehicle is on hand to pick you up if you want to rest.
Bikes
This bike tour can be
done on any type of mountain bike that is well
maintained and in good condition. Thorns are plentiful
so puncture prevention is critical. We recommend
either tubeless tyres with lots of sealant, or thick
tubes with sealant and tyre liners. We stock extra
thick tubes with sealant which can be purchased.
Bike Rental
We offer a
bike rental
service at R100 per day of good quality entry-level mountain bikes
with front suspension . Bring own
pedals and shoes.
Helmets
Helmets are compulsory.
We have rentals available.
Departures
The tour departs from and
returns to
Langebaan on Cape West Coast 90min from Cape Town.
Tours run from Sunday to Wednesday on selected dates,
departing 10am Sunday and returning 11am Wednesday.
Various types of
accommodation in
Langebaan is available for
short or extended stays.
Luggage is transported
to the night stop. Please restrict luggage to one bag.
Safe parking is
available to leave vehicles and additional luggage to
be left for the duration of the tour.
Accommodation
The accommodation
on tour varies from a rustic beach camp to a mountain cottage
to a luxurious farm guest house. Its all different and
designed to showcase the diversity of the West Coast.
The meals are prepared and served by the locals. Bar
facilities are available on nights 1 and 3 and
selected drinks on night 2.
Weather
The West Coast has a
Mediterranean climate that is mild with a relatively
low winter rainfall. All year round riding is possible
with March-April and August-September being the best
months.
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Source: Langebaanweg Climatological information
1973-1990 - South African Weather Service |
What
to Pack
- Your
bike with lots of puncture protection (Tyre lines
AND slime or Tubeless with sealant)
- Hydration pack
- 2 spare tubes WITH puncture sealant
- Any critical bike spares that are specific to your
bike
- Cycling clothing for 3 day's riding – you don’t want
to wash on holiday!
-
Pedals and shoes if you are hiring a bike
- Cash
for dinner drinks and bar
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Walking and casual shoes/sandals
- Clothing depending on season. Warm clothes for the
evening. Rain gear for months of May – August.
- Sunglasses
- Sun protection (face, lips and body)
-
Sleeping bag for first night – we can supply if
necessary
- Headlamp or a torch
- Towel and toiletries
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