The Chronicles of Hernia

The Chronicles of Hernia

Cape Town Cycle Tour 55km MTB It may not be considered the toughest mountain bike race around but the Cape Town Cycle Tour MTB is definitely one of the most enjoyable events on the calendar. Actually it is pretty tough come to think of it and riders shouldn’t be...
Pure Savage race report: SA XCO Rhebokskloof

Pure Savage race report: SA XCO Rhebokskloof

Dust and broken saddles Two Pure savage riders, Carl and Waldo were in the mood for a hammering session and headed to the XCO at Rhebokskloof this past Saturday. While driving there we got a few reports from our scouts at the race that said “the track was dusty and...
Savage wives drop the hammer!

Savage wives drop the hammer!

We are sure that by now you have heard plenty from the Savages about their exploits rolling around near the front of races and chasing down KOM’s. However as we are very much an amateur bunch of lycra clad warriors, there is still the family and work life to...
Tour de Omloop het PPA

Tour de Omloop het PPA

While in Flanders the classic season kicked off with Omloop het Nieuwblad, this weekend also saw the last PPA event before the Argus. The Tour de PPA which always serves up some spring classic inspired crosswinds. Breakaway of A group – Photo: Double ST The...
Slanghoek XCO day of pain and anaerobic riding

Slanghoek XCO day of pain and anaerobic riding

The past weekend was the first Western province mountain bike cross country race held in Slanghoek. With a new course and spectacular venue this race held a lot of promise. As the rebellious Pure Savage rider, Carl Toua, I thought now is the time to try my hand again...