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[Stretch]

iRide, on 10 May 2011 - 11:22 , said:

Stretch, the GIS data is not mine to give out I'm afraid...

no problem - got to ask

Griffin, on 10 May 2011 - 11:22 , said:

@Stretch...I got a few of the trails GPS'd so let me know if you want any files. Not sure if I followed the exact routes though lol !

Grif - so long as you dont send me over a cliff thats fine - i must get those from you, cos i dont spend enough time riding howick trails

[intern]

I grew up there (along with iRide and his bros). But back in the day I was a roadie, of all strange things, so never got to fully take advantage of the spectacularrrrrrr trails those Natalians have. If you can, you must. Some good stuff down there!

[Grebel]

iRide, on 10 May 2011 - 11:18 , said:

Grebel,
Check out Adrenline cycles or Howick mountain bike club for group ride info.
Otherwise you just arrive, sign the indemnity form at the Hospital (bottom of Curry's post road-opposite the Corner post pub) or one of the cycle shops. You don't even have to pay! The routes have sign names and its pretty easy to get around-just follow your nose for the best experience! I don't have the track for GPS devices I'm afraid but this map should do the trick.

Antoo, on 10 May 2011 - 11:33 , said:

To my knowledge, there is a daily/annual fee payable to ride the Howick trails - this can be attended to at Howick Cycles - this can be confirmed by Ken Pascoe, of the Howick MTB club (0825723297)- this contributes to the upkeep of the trails. The mtb club has a paid staffer, who spends 2 days a week, maintaining the tracks.

Thanks guys! Much appreciated

[gtr1]

If you are in the area give Ken or Adrenaline Cycles a call. Always willing to assist with rides etc.

I was there a year ago and Ken took me out for a ride on New Years eve. Was awsome to ride with someone who designed a lot of the trails. Even had a beer at his place afterwards. Great hospitality.

Rode in Karkloof with the adrenaline cycles guys. Can't remember their names but the guys wife even brought a flask of coffee for me coz they were late.

Was 2 great rides with good guys. Can't wait to return.

[b-rad]

Mampara, on 10 May 2011 - 09:05 , said:

Is it safe to ride alone?

Generally very safe to ride alone unless you come off, in which case it is therefore best to ride with somebody, an added bonus is to ride with someone who knows the area well. Get in touch with Adrenaline cycles if from out of town as they will possibly be able to hook you up with a guide...

Oh yes-those trails cost a fortune to maintain so please make some sort of contribution!

[Stretch]

iRide, on 10 May 2011 - 10:56 , said:

OK, have updated the map and it is now current with every single trail available! To all who are going to ride there-Have a blast!

iride - it appears that during the updating the link to the pdf got left out......

[Antoo]

gtr1, on 10 May 2011 - 12:08 , said:

If you are in the area give Ken or Adrenaline Cycles a call. Always willing to assist with rides etc.

I was there a year ago and Ken took me out for a ride on New Years eve. Was awsome to ride with someone who designed a lot of the trails. Even had a beer at his place afterwards. Great hospitality.

Rode in Karkloof with the adrenaline cycles guys. Can't remember their names but the guys wife even brought a flask of coffee for me coz they were late.

Was 2 great rides with good guys. Can't wait to return.

Adrenaline Cycles 033 330 7788(Grant and Judy Dinkel)

[chickenrun4me]

Any chance of getting such maps for the freedom challenge before say the end of the month?

[iRide]

Antoo, you are right. If you pay an annual fee you can ride Howick trails all year long and it helps the club out with trail build etc. If you're a day visitor you don't have to pay anything-just make sure you sign the indemnity form! I think if you are a Howick mountain bike member you can even ride at Karkloof trails for free, and the annual fee is tiny for all the riding you can do!

Nothing beats this group of riders/clubs in Howick in my opinion. Great trails, great stories, dedicated people that get out AND BUILD TRAIL, and good hospitality. Everything mountain biking is meant to be about. Go there!

[iRide]

Chickenrun4me, Haha! Pull the other one. These maps take about a week of full time work to get out. South Africa is quite a big country ;D

[iRide]

Thanks Stretch, I have updated the link again. And b-rad is right, if everyone made a bit of contribution every time they rode those trails, then I'm sure the Howick club would be very happy!

Edited by iRide, 10 May 2011 - 05:14 .

[Scooterza]

iRide, on 10 May 2011 - 09:39 , said:

There are 2 trails that are still missing but I'll add in ASAP-one is a trail named after my sister

WHAT!! They named a trail "Dirty Slut"?

KIDDING - please don't take offense I just couldn't help myself!

Edited by Scooterza, 12 May 2011 - 10:38 .

[Markdeep]

Damn that is impressive! I wish I still lived in Howick!

[Natural Defender]

I rode a few of the trails, about 3 hours worth one day between Christmas and new year. It was raining that early morning and the trails were slipery. However, they were amazing. It was an absolute pleasure to ride there. I was on my own so rode with caution

I parked at the hospital and after signing the register went out.

Thanks guys, it was a great mornings ride. The one trail that sticks to me was "The Gnome", and just as God made little apples, there was a gnome.

[jdb10810]

Looks awesome!!! Thanx for sharing!

I have to get out there & try it out

[Nic0000]

Sheesh this is good news for someone moving down to Kloof at the end of the month!
Anyone got some ride/trail info around Waterfall area?