Edenglen cyclists venture to Bela Bela
“Although there were plenty of sore bums and tired legs, all the cyclists arrived safely at Klein Kariba resort for a relaxed afternoon braai, beers and chatting under the Ridgeway Cycles gazebo.”
Sixty-seven cyclists rode 160km from Edenvale to Bela-Bela in the annual KIA Bela-Bela Outride.
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The group was comprised of members and guests of Edenglen Cycling Club.
Held on January 22, the event is described by club chairperson Angela de Longchamps as a highlight of the year.
De Longchamps said about 40 cyclists from groups A and B left their home base, Malagueta Mediterranean Family Restaurant.
They were accompanied by their key sponsor KIA which provided vehicles to ensure food, drinks, first aid and safety were available.
The C group followed with another KIA Sedona providing the flashing lights and rear protection warning other road users of the cyclists ahead.
De Longchamps said the two groups of riders met up after 80km for refreshments and a photo break before tackling another 40km to their second stop.
“The last 40km, with a gentle uphill, headwind and 35-degree heat, was the most challenging of the whole ride,” said De Longchamps
“Although there were plenty of sore bums and tired legs, all the cyclists arrived safely at Klein Kariba resort for a relaxed afternoon braai, beers and chatting under the Ridgeway Cycles gazebo.”
Edenglen Cycling Club caters for all levels of cyclists.
On a regular Saturday, four groups will meet at Malagueta. The club has four groups of cyclists, each catering to varying levels of cyclists.
The A group is for the serious riders who can sustain a 33kmph average over 100km while the D group caters for beginners and social riders who can do 20km at a 20km per hour average.
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The club holds various outrides throughout the year.
“Riding 160km is very different from racing the 94.7,” said De Longchamps.
The club encouraged all Edenvale and Bedfordview cyclists to join it rather than cycling alone. Email club@team-edenglen.co.za for more information.
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