So you thought the Cape Epic was some achievement......wait until you try the ‘Freedom Challenge’! A few weeks ago Pierre le Roux and Louis Wessels took on the formidable Freedom Challenge that starts in Pietermaritzburg and ends off in Wellington. You have 26 days to complete the ride and our intrepid cyclists finished in a very respectable 23 days. You are provided with a map, notes and no GPS allowed. You then face whatever the route and weather throws at you, remembering that you are not allowed to be seconded. So you have to carry all the basics with you - you only get a shower, bed, food and some replenishment supplies at the designated overnight accommodation.
Well, on all accounts the route is majestic and you cycle (or in some cases carry your bike) some of the most incredible single track, farm roads and mountain passes that South Africa has to offer. Throw in a little snow, sleet, rain, hail and lots of wind and you can see why this must be one of the toughest rides in the world. It is a solo event but of course you can hook up with a partner and ride together. By the way the winner completed the ride this year in 13 days! Scary.
Any takers for 2010?
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