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Let me start: I used a Garmin inReach Mini a few weeks back, on our way back from the Koedoeskloof bash. One of our group took a tumble in Anysberg Reserve, injuring his left foot. After trying to ride to Montagu, he eventually stopped as the pain had become too severe. No cell signal to call an...

Has anyone here actually used an emergency satellite communicator (not a satphone) in a real emergency to summon help? if so, what device did you use, and how was the response and the experience in them dealing with the emergency?

I see the SWM factory has ceased manufacturing of the Superdual 650X.

Hi Gerard, I made a payment of R4340 for seven in our party, Reference, "UltraFlight". Its also from FNB so should reflect in your account immediately. Some more might join, then I shall do a top-up payment. These seven so far are: 1. Keith Pickersgill (myself) 2. Gary Leader 3. Rential...

Are these still available? I ordered one, a date and place was set to collect it, then that was put on hold. Heard nothing further since.

What are the options when you open that selection? There should be: Enable, & Disable. Looks like you do have the feature fitted.

Consider the Hero X-Pulse 200 too. R42000 brand new and very well built. At least there will be none of the surprises you might get with a used bike. Your pricing on gear is way too high. You do not need the very best of every item. For example, for gloves, go to your local Chinatown and get a...

We did it a few weeks ago, even though we heard it was in very bad condition. The day before, our hosts also advised that we cancel. However we decided to at least go have a look, and be prepared to turn around if it really gets too bad. In the end we wondered what the big fuss was about. The...

Between 300 and 450km depending on terrain and speed. Its only 390cc so any speed or steep uphills makes it thirsty. To be clear, I am considering doing that side-entry twice in one day, in opposite directions. And if possible, cover both the Western and Eastern loops in that middle area. I just...

I have just watched Trygve Roberts’ videos on Mountain Passes of SA website, driving a 4x4 from Kareedouw, via Baviaans Lodge, to Doringkloof. Now I am amped to do that route. Would be feasible to ride from Doringkloof, via Baviaans Lodge, to Kareedouw for fuel, then return via the Eastern loop...

Yes, please send me the GPX so that I can compare it to my routes

Am I understanding this correctly that you are suggesting the following route?

Big Dom, you obviously know that side entry very well. I have never done it but would like to tackle it sometime in the future. You mentioned a Western loop that has a washed away section. Please have a look at this map and advise. The Red route was planned on MapOut’s topo map. Tracks4Africa...

Thanks for the info about the Rear and Side entries. Please can someone who is very familiar with the Side Entry, check if my route is correct. I attach a GPX file as well as a Google Earth KML file In the Zip file. This forum does not permit GPX nor KML attachments unless zipped. Many thanks...

Open Streets TOPO Maps also shows this road, which gives a better perspective of the gradients:

Has anyone been over this un-named mountain pass on any type of bike? 630m West of the entrance into Doringkloof Farm, is a road that heads of North over the mountain into the Great Karoo. It appears on the latest Tracks4Africa map, and on several mountain-biking maps, and the latest Garmin City...

Two people have now told me this bash has been postponed to 20 May… where does that rumour come from?

Already booked our regular accommodation on a farm nearby and started route planning.

This one is a great product: https://bikegear.co.za/product/sw-motech-evo-cargobag-motorcycle-luggage-system/

Aha, I have one for you. Sending a PM