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Modern Athlete December 2013 Edition
The December 2013 edition of Modern Athlete is out. You can access the digital version below or subscribe to it free here. As always the magazine is packed with some awesome articles. Read about the phenomenal Landie Greyling, The King of Comrades Bruce Fordyce, learn more about the Park Run explosion in South Africa and singing sensation Danny K tells them why he runs.
Share This PostCycle Talker of the Week – Victoria Myburgh
How did you get into road cycling? I began cycling on the track as an u14. I had read cycling magazines and wanted to get into MTB racing, but read an article that referred to track cycling coach Dave Street. It turned out that my mother knew him, and so I went to meet him and began training on the track with his group. I later began racing on the road, as my interest was in the endurance events on the track so road racing was complimentary. My goal was still eventually to race professionally on the MTB. Supported by Linden Cycles, I competed in as many road and MTB events as possible, hoping to be recognised by a MTB team. I literally accidentally met John Robertson, and from there my more serious road racing began with Team Bizhub and later the FJR Women’s Team. My focus has moved back to the MTB though.
How long have you been cycling? I started cycling in 2001 at the age of 14. I have been riding for 11 years, with two “brief sabbaticals” along the way.
What is your favourite distance to cycle and why? I most enjoy marathon distance (+/- 75km) on the MTB. I also really enjoy Ultra Endurance events, such as the Trans Baviaans. It appeals to me to see how long I can push myself for. The attraction was similar for the endurance events on the track, where I enjoyed seeing how far into the red I could push myself, and see who else would be able to stay with me.
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Share This PostCyclist Johan Labuschagne run over by taxi in Sandton – Update
This morning saw yet another cyclist needlessly knocked down by a taxi while riding in the yellow lane. According to Andrew Mclean, well known cyclist Johan Labuschagne was commuting to work when the incident occurred in Sandton. The nine time Absa Cape Epic finisher, Labuschagne, is being treated at the Sandton Medi Clinic for injuries which include fractured cheek bones, a fractured wrist as well soft tissue damage and lacerations.
Once again, as always happens following an incident of this nature, there was an outpouring of well wishes, support and anger on various social media networks. These are just a cross section of some of the tweets that were posted since the incident this morning:
Another cyclist victim to our dangerous roads! Wishing Johan Labuschagne speedy recovery! Time to actively stand 2gether to influence change
— Ashleigh Moolman (@ashleighcycling)
Please keep 9x finisher Johan Labuschagne in your thoughts, he was run down by a taxi while commuting to work.We wish him a speedy recovery!
— Absa Cape Epic (@AbsaCapeEpic)
Very sad to hear about the accident involving Johan Labuschagne. We send our best wishes to him and his family. This carnage needs to stop.
— Jeroen Swart (@JeroenSwart)
Can't believe it, and Johan Labuschagne knocked off their bikes in one week.
— Bruce Diesel (@brucediesel)
Johan Labuschagne was involved in a terrible accident, taxi hit him in the yellow shoulder Unacceptable.
— Andrew Mclean (@AndrewMclean)
Terrible! Well wishes Johan Labuschagne “: Taxi takes out lone cyclist in yellow lane. 06h30 – Bryanston ”
— Bonitas Pro Cycling (@BonitasCycling)
Wishing Johan Labuschagne a speedy recovery. A great ambassador for cycling.
— MTN Panorama Tour (@panoramatour)
Police need to be harder on "little" law infractions and the bigger ones will fall into place. Cyclist hit by taxi
— Steve Bryant (@Steve_Bryant)
Not even the yellow lane is safe any more for cyclists. Enough is enough, taxi hits Johan Labuschagne.
— Leo (@locueh)
My thoughts & prayers go out 2 da of family Johan Labuschagne, get better soon. hope u get thrown in jail & keythrown away..
— Mpho Alpheus (@Modungoam)
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Johan Labuschagne knocked down, we chat to Andrew Mclean, JMPD’s Edna Mamonyane & the PPA’s Steve Hayward – Cycle Talk SA Episode 18
This morning was abuzz with news that Johan Labuschange was knocked off his bicycle whilst riding in the yellow lane in Johannesburg. On this episode of Cycle Talk SA:
We chat to Andrew Mclean, who tweeted the pictures of the accident as well as those of the taxi that is accused of knocking Johan off his bike.
Brad spoke to Superintendent Edna Mamonyane, the spokesperson for the JMPD, about the accident and what the JMPD is doing to stop this behaviour on our roads.
Steve Hayward, chairman of the Pedal Power Association touched base with us about what we as cyclists can do to stay safe on the roads.
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Share This PostCycle Talker of the Week – Roulof Hefer
How did you get into road cycling? In the middle of 2012 my friends decided that they would do the 94.7 and I decided to join. During our training I was a bit apprehensive but the feeling I had on race day is something I never want to forget and that has pushed me to do more.
How long have you been cycling? Being a student, the easiest and cheapest way of getting around is by cycling, so at the beginning of 2012 I got a bicycle and it has been a great method of transportation. My first race was the 2012 94.7.
What is your favourite distance to cycle and why? I would say that a good 80 to 90kms is something I quiet enjoy, with that distance I think you can maintain a good average speed and have the rest of the day available without feeling out of it. For some more endurance I would then do a 120km loop.
Who is your biggest cycling inspiration and why? It has to be Daryl Impey, wearing Yellow and becoming the first Saffer to do so. Another would be Jay Thomson, I am also a Krugersdorp boy and having a hometown hero is great.
What is your biggest or best cycling achievement? What are you most proud of? The 94.7 being my first race, it holds a special place in my memory, the initial push to get ready for the race and partaking means a lot to me.
What is your favourite cycling quote? “It never gets easier, you just go faster” by Greg LeMond.
Where is your favourite place to ride and tell us why? Continue reading
Share This PostHighveld Stereo’s Gavin Deysel completes the 94.7 & Ashleigh Moolman Pasio – Cycle Talk SA Episode 17
This past weekend saw a very successful Momentum 94. 7 Cycle Challenge take place, with 31 000 cyclists taking to the streets of Joburg. I was one of them and so were both of our guests this week. On Episode 17 of Cycle Talk SA we:
Chat to 94.7 Highveld Stereo’s Gavin Deysel about his first ride. Gavin decided a few months ago that he wanted to lose some weight and ride the race. You can hear our first chat with Gav here. Gavin tells Brad about his experience as well as how much weight he has lost in the last few months.
Have Ashleigh Moolman Pasio on the show too. Ashleigh won the ladies race at the Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge. Stuart Pickering from the Cycling Direct caught up with Ashleigh just over a week ago to talk a little bit about her season as well as the disappointment of World Champs.
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Share This PostNutrition Plan for the Momentum 94.7 with Nicki De Villiers & Author of the Cyclists’ Guide Tom Cottrell – Cycle Talk SA Episode 16
It is the Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge on Sunday and this week on Cycle Talk SA:
We caught up with dietician Nicki De Villiers from the HPC at University of Pretoria about what you should do from a nutritional perspective if you are taking part in the second largest timed cycling event in the world. We chat about gels and bars and solid foods that could help you have a better race.
Tom Cottrell tells us what goes into his annual Cyclists’ Guide. Tom has been in the guidebook game for many years and has established himself as a leader when it comes to creating an all-encompassing hand book for cyclists in South Africa. Tom also tells Brad about the move they are currently making into the digital world.
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Share This PostMTN Qhubeka’s Jay Thompson & The Tour of Stellenbosch with Erik Kleinhans – Cycle Talk SA Episode 15
With the European cycling season wrapped up for the year many of the South African professional cyclists have come home for a short break before heading back north early in 2014. This week on Cycle Talk SA we:
- Caught up with Team MTN Qhubeka’s Jay Thompson who has returned home following his European season. There is no rest right now for Jay though as he competes in the Tour of Rwanda in a couple of weeks from now. Brad and Jay chat about the season he has had, the rise of South African and African cycling as well as Jay’s history in the sport.
- Also touch base with Erik Kleinhans who is organising the upcoming Tour of Stellenbosch. If you would like to find out more about the tour or to enter it you can visit their website here.
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Share This PostModern Athlete – November 2013 Edition
The latest edition of Modern Athlete is out. You can access the digital version below or subscribe to it free here. As always the magazine is packed with some amazing articles. Read about the inspiring Ken Poole, Vaylen Kirtley talks about going from Comrades TV Presenter to Comrades Runner and a fascinating interview with the president of Athletics South Africa James Evans following the Soweto Marathon debacle.
Share This PostAfrica Cycle Fair with Grant Usher, JP van Zyl chat’s the World Cycling Centre Africa & the Momentum 94.7 Charity Wager – Cycle Talk SA Episode 14
There are only a few weeks to go until the Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge and we have got some cool news to announce on this week’s show. In episode 14 of Cycle Talk SA:
- Stuart Pickering from was at the Africa Cycle Fair this past weekend and caught up with the self-confessed single speed dude, Grant Usher.
- Brad Brown chats about the Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge Charity Wager.
- We spoke to JP van Zyl about the World Cycling Centre Africa .the WCC has done some amazing work over the last 9 years and if you are looking for a real feel good story about South African and African cycling then you HAVE to listen to this interview.
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