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Old Houwhowk pass, workout
The old Houwhoek pass, friends reported a week ago that the road is quite bad from rain we had
I ride this pass quite often and could not believe how they moaned about the road being in a bad condition So, I had to go and look myself Entrance and sad to see smoke from over the hill, must be a fire ![]() The road in quite a bad state, washed away indeed ![]() ![]() And then, the veld was indeed on fire ![]() But, my mission was to explore and ride the pass ![]() Lots of deep loose sand, rocks and big holes, a challenge indeed ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Time to enjoy the scenery as well ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Done and dusted ![]() Sad to see this ![]() ![]() ![]() One of the best workouts I've had in years, the road is indeed in a bad condition and quite technical at times, hope it get's some repairs before the winter rains |
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the road looks like it's just coming off age....
few more years & it will be perfect... 'still almost a motorway" But as usal someone will get in there with a dozer & smooth it out then yer have to wait a few more years for it to be worth riding again.. ..
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That's one way to look at it, interesting comment
The question is, do we want it to be rough or do we want a gravel highway Rough and tough will keep traffic to a minimum |
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Very easy to get caught out on that stuff..Particularly with the XT660Z's primitive front suspension..!!!
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Great trail...good going on the Tenere! Steve
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Lovely to see this. I often looked at it from the other side travelling the new road and wondered what it looked like further on. You were brave doing it alone. If you had a mishap you could have trouble getting help. Stunning views. Once again showing that the Tenere is not just a road bike
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It took me more than an hour to ride this 4.6 km
I stopped and walked the path where I had to ride and then did section by section, was very cautious and did not take any chances at all, was quite aware that I was alone and had to be extremely careful, felt no threat at any stage I also know the area quite well and think that adds to the comfort level This is now a truly technical section and actually think it should stay like this It can only add value to riding skills I'll call it the red route for now ![]() |
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Ever get any snakes along there? I would imagine there maybe quite a few in those mountains
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I haven't seen snakes the last 6 or 7 years
I make a lot of noise when I go into the veld and are very cautious and aware of them Almost nothing beats the fear for snakes |
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Wonderful pictures thanks!!!
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