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DOLL AR PHOTO CLUB & GALLO IMAGES/GET T Y IMAGES/DOUG PENSINGER | CAPE TOWN CYCLE TOUR TRUST | CHRIS GILES
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EXTREME ELEMENTS!
BY JONATHAN ANCER
You can plan the perfect ride – but you can’t
predict the weather. We’ve examined some of
the most extreme cycling weather situations,
and asked the experts for advice on how to
survive any of Mother Nature’s mood swings.
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CYCLE TOUR FAQS
Whether it’s your first Cape Town Cycle Tour
or your 38th, you
will
have questions about it.
We found the most frequently asked questions
about the world’s biggest timed cycle race –
and got our gurus to answer them for you.
BY JONATHAN ANCER & THE
BICYCLING
TEAM
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A BROKEN RECORD
BY JONATHAN ANCER
In 2015, the record for the fastest cycle across
Africa was broken twice: first by local cyclist
Keegan Longueira, then Scottish adventurer Mark
Beaumont. Beaumont’s record was formidable –
until team Carocap set out to smash it.
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GEAR
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THE ILLUMINATI
Being visible is about more than just lights. Our
Gear Editor found some innovative hi-viz kit, to
keep you safe when you’re riding – day or night.
By Oli Munnik
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REVIEW: HAIBIKE SDURO HARDSEVEN SL
We’ve been told that e-bikes aren’t welcome on
our roads or mountains. You’ll change your mind
after this review.
By Oli Munnik
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REVIEW: SHIMANO UNZEN 2
By Oli Munnik
The hydration pack that makes hydration packs cool.
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REVIEW: GARMIN VARIA
By Oli Munnik
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This new gadget from Garmin has got your back –
it’s tech to help keep you safe on the road.
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REVIEW: ION AERATION BAGGIES
By Oli Munnik
Baggies so light and breathable, you might just
think you’re riding starkers.
KNOW HOW
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BUZZ
Will cyclocross take over the South African cycling scene?
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ASK BICYCLING
Is there such a thing as too much coffee?
Our answer may please you!
Scott Shoes – with a South African flavour.
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FETISH
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IN MY VIEW
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EAT
REGULARS
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Rants & Raves
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Editor’s Letter
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Rider2Rider
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StyleMan
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Freewheelin’
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Featured Race
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Race Calendar
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Recommended Races
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The Frame
How Cherise Stander plans to honour Burry’s memory.
Why chocolate milk is the best recovery drink… ever!
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THE SCIENTIST
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THE COACH
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SKILLS
Is there such a thing as a natural-born cyclist?
Forget about rest days. Ride every day, and reap the rewards.
Everything you need to know, if you encounter a snake
on the singletrack.
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KNOWLEDGE
What’s the fastest bike colour in cycling history?
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9 QUESTIONS
ON THE COVER
Manny Fumic whips it on his Cannondale
Scalpel 29 Carbon Race on Lombard’s
Terra, Bloemendal Wine Estate.
Read more about Fumic on page 44, and
about his bike on page 46.
PHOTOGRAPH BY CRAIG KOLESKY
We go head to head with German MTB speedster
Manuel Fumic.
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MY BIKE
Manny Fumic’s Cannondale Scalpel 29 Carbon Race.
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