Morning,

That’s it folks. Time has virtually lapsed and Saturdays “D” day for many who have spent plenty time in the saddle preparing for the DC.

The event is growing in leaps and bounds, with I’m led to believe, something in the order of R20,000.00 up for grabs for the winning team.

GO FOR IT the WANNABEE nee Wannadooo 6.30hrs racing team.

Most probably looking at something like 5 hrs 30min as the winning time pending weather conditions.

Had an excellent lunch/planning session yesterday with Andre’s team at Mont Rochelle and of course SASHA THE GREAT was op sy stukke. What a fantastic group of cyclists. The bet is in place. If they ride slower than 6hrs 30min then they all have to shave their hair off (this done free of charge by Sasha and includes a shampoo). They really shouldn’t have a problem meeting the challenge. No drama queens in this team. Serious pros they are. Only three scheduled stops planned. (From an economical point of view, only 5 would need a hair cut anyway!)

Well, I know that Wendy’s social side are raring to go and their target is 24/25ks /hr. Unbelievable dedication and commitment in this team. Vasbyt!!

John’s team is very much up to scratch and should come in strong with an average of round about 27ks /hr. Sensible!!

Good luck to all of u. You are a fantastic group of cyclists and I’m blessed and proud to be part of it all.

To all the families that have had to endure and put up with the training hours many thanks, I’m sure u will enjoy the w/end.

Hopefully we will be more organised at the finish this year. Should have a gazebo or two up, manned by Francois Ashton and his team with cool drinks, ice, etc available.

Die laaste week.

Mon 19/11/07 Rest
Tues 20/11 YZ West Rd 5 x 3min intervals.
Wed 21/11 Active Rec small blade lsd 1 x hr
Thur 22/11 BZ waterworks 4 x pumphouse or??
Frid 23/11 Rest

SAT the event.

Last minute things to do. Check bike again. Visualise more and more. Walk don’t run (Alla 40days scenario). Sun cream. Tubes, tyres and and and!!

Well what’s after the DC one may ask. Don’t forget the Burger is left to close the season off with.

Go well. Anything? Talk to me.
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