This week South Africa’s Adriaan Mostert has an epic set of rides on display in and around his home town of Cape Town.
The collection really shows off the scenic beauty of the area with some stunning vistas, tidy climbs and nice rollers to keep you entertained.
Adriaan has a few more tricks up his sleeve and we’ll be releasing his Table Mountain route with the launch of the Tour of South Africa, a free event for all FulGaz subscribers next month.
Cycle along the world-famous famous Cape Town V&A Waterfront, then continue along Mouille Point, crossing into Seapoint and after a little “bump” you get to enjoy the famous “Twelve Apostles” along Camps Bay. After taking in the vistas it is time to climb the famous Suikerbossie! Sweeping views of mountains and sea will make the ascent fly by. After a fast descent, the next treat awaits – Chapman’s Peak! Part of the route of South Africa’s biggest mass-participation events, the Cape Town Cycle Tour and the Two Oceans Marathon. More sweeping vistas of sea, sun and mountains will make the final sprint to the top a pleasure!
More InfoThis is a segment to showcase Cape Town! Start in full view of Table Mountain and work your way through the city centre. Head through the spectacular V&A Waterfront and surrounding areas, including the famous Cape Town Stadium. Up into upper Green Point via a very steep 20% climb – the views will be worth it. As a special treat take a detour via the historic “Bo-Kaap”, with a rich historical background, to the famous Noon Gun. View of Table Mountain and the city will reward you. The finish is at one of Cape Town’s best bakeries and coffee shops!
More InfoThis Cape Peninsula ride will take you through four climbs but delivers on the rewards of views in real Cape Town "four weather season" fashion. After getting your lungs and legs going on Black Hill, from Noordhoek side, you can tackle the famed "Red Hill" climb. Featuring stunning views of Simonstown and False Bay. Then with a fast descent, you join up with the popular Cape Town Cycle Tour Route and sweep through the well-known "Misty Cliffs". After a fast and flattish spin through Noordhoek, you are ready to tackle the last but very famous, Chapman's Peak. Be careful here of "Little Chappies" because pushing too hard will leave your legs flat for the real treat - the main "Chappies" climb. Give it stick like the Pros or simply take in the breathtakingly beautiful views or do both!
More InfoEnjoy a short ride from the famous Knysna Heads, where the Knysna Lagoon transitions to the Indian Ocean, all along the lagoon to Thesen Island. With the lagoon on your left, you will pass Leisure Island, a popular vacation spot, and expansive views over the lagoon towards Breton-on-Lake. Finally coming up the Thesen Island by crossing the lagoon at low tide, and going via Thesen Harbour Town, the pier where many a fish is caught and lost! Enjoy the views over the lagoon towards the Knysna Waterfront.
More InfoThe mysteriously named Phantom Pass is the final pass on the Garden Route's string of "Seven Passes" between George and Knysna. The 7.4 Km of gravel road descends to the famously picturesque Knysna River Lagoon. Start your warm-up on the beautiful Thesen Island and then, going via the Knysna Waterfront, ride along the Knysna Lagoon until you get to the Red Bridge spanning over the Knysna River. If you are lucky you can spot shoals of South African mullet that traverse the river. The Red Bridge means you are ready to tackle the short ascent to the top where you can enjoy the views on the descent.
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