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General benefits

 

At Hartbeespoort Cycling we believe that all members should have a great experience when it comes to riding a bike. It’s imperative that your experience as a club member be enjoyable and fun. Being a club member will certainly improve your riding experience.

With this in mind we offer the following services:

 

  • Be part of a network of riders who organises impromptu informal rides on a regular basis.

  • For Road Bike Riders we have a support vehicle available.

  • Email updates and information from CSA and the rest of the cycling world.

  • Invites to our quarterly social events at no cost to you.

  • Access to an accredited and certified coach.

  • Club Cycling Kit available at a discounted rate.

  • Annual prize giving ceremony and trophies to best riders in all categories.

  • Newspaper articles in the local newspaper regarding club members.

Group Rides For Mountain Bike Riders

 

Upon joining the club you will be added to the whatsapp group who arranges group rides on a weekly basis.  These range from groups who accommodate beginners to training for stage races like Sani2C and the Epic.

 

Group rides for Road Cyclists

 

Upon joining the club you will be added to the whatsapp group who arranges group rides on a weekly basis. A Support vehicle accompanies these riders and they focus on preparing for upcoming races.

 

We know that road cycling has unique obstacles and the management team is commited to support and grow this discipline with proper support and development programmes.

We Offer All Club MembersThe Following Services

General preparation for Group Rides

 

Always ensure that you carry the following:

  • Tubes - ensure it is the correct size and the correct valve is used

  • Pump/bombs. 16g or 2 x 12g for 29er wheels

  • Plugs - for tubeless mtb tires

  • Tire levers· A small multi-tool

  • Chain link that is correct for the chain you are using

  • Sufficient nutrition - energy bars food etc.

  • Sufficient energy drinks and water.  If you are planning on a long ride and cannot carry sufficient fluids, plan your route to pass places where you can purchase or fill up

  • A small amount of cash in notes for emergencies.

  • A charged cell phone

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