One of the toughest climbs of my life!
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When I started out on this ride I thought I was going to do an reasonably easy climb up a mountain pass in South Africa. I was wrong!
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@brianbr5388 2 ай бұрын
I never realized that South Africa was such a beautiful country. You are showing it in all its glory. Great work. Well done!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Obviously it’s a big place but the area around the Franschhoek area is pretty amazing
@CycoWarriorx 2 ай бұрын
+1 on this… 🍻
@deondebeer4373 2 ай бұрын
Great country - we are so bless to have all of the best including cost if living - like any other country we have our problems, bug that is minor compare to to upside
@rogerbourne7159 2 ай бұрын
Well done once again! To tackle such climbs and routes being a stocky guy is an example to all of us ! Roger in Spain 76
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It was pretty tough.
@charlesmansplaining Ай бұрын
@@jollygoodvelo The more you do it the easier it gets. I love climbing and I'm lucky to live in an area where there are barely any flats roads.
@jollygoodvelo Ай бұрын
@@charlesmansplaining Not sure it gets easier. I’ve climbing hills for decades and they are always hard.
@charlesmansplaining Ай бұрын
Those views are beautiful. You got to admit that cycling back at your home with roads lined with hedges that block the view can make you struggle to get on your bike at times but views like this would make me want to get on my bike every day.
@jollygoodvelo Ай бұрын
For me it’s as much the weather as the views that influence me wanting to get out. Generally, South Africa has much better weather than the UK.
@lesreed1635 2 ай бұрын
Don’t blame you for taking the transport back to base. That was a terrific effort and I for one certainly enjoyed the spectacular views along the way.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Everyone took the transport!
@davesimmons8640 2 ай бұрын
Another milestone achieved! Well done, Leonard, well done, indeed! I hate, detest, abhor climbing. Thanks for taking this on this one!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I’m not climbings biggest fan but I do enjoy the challenge.!
@realjay247 2 ай бұрын
Amazing views, but what a gargantuan effort Leonard. Loved the video, very motivational as always.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it.
@simonguard5087 2 ай бұрын
You didn’t think you were going to make it?? You were always going to make it, chapeau Leonard.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I appreciate you confidence in me.
@richardpolidore1702 2 ай бұрын
I see why this made your bucket list of bike rides to do. Thanks.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Any time!
@TexasNightRider 2 ай бұрын
I am always impressed how easily you cycle with one hand on the drop bar while holding a camera with the other.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I’ve had practice
@AyupStuggy 2 ай бұрын
Well done on those hills Leonard! That's a very beautiful place. I love your videoing and editing. I guess you are back in the UK now? If you want some more hard hill challenges with stunning scenery, then check out the North Pennines, the weather often sucks though! Northumberland and Scottish Borders are super stunning too. There's loads of great groups rides you can do via Audax UK.
@Jaqaroo 2 ай бұрын
That was great Leonard! The toughest climbs are often in the most beautiful places - who dares wins...😁
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
So true!
@Marends34 2 ай бұрын
Love your determination.. You surely showed that mountain whos the boss. What an inspiration Thank You!!
@hampshirecyclist 2 ай бұрын
Great effort Leonard. Climbing steep roads is always challenging for bigger guys. Well done for sticking with it to earn the fun downhill afterwards. 💪🏻😃
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@chrisconnors7418 2 ай бұрын
Great scenery! And great job getting up to the top! Btw, your 24 in 2024 challenge started the year off right for me. I’m down 20 pds since start of New Year.
@mortenthenorwegian2875 2 ай бұрын
I take my helmet of and salute you! Well done!
@theoldguyofwhinlatter157 2 ай бұрын
Hi Leonard fantastic achievement, super views almost like the Lake District where I ride. I make it easier with an Orbea M30 ebike 😮 well I am almost 75, well that's my excuse. Enjoy the rest of your holiday 😊
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Still good fun on an e-bike!
@LivandTrekGoCycling 2 ай бұрын
Well done Leonard, that was a tough climb #kudos 🚴😎
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@sjjw43 2 ай бұрын
Well done mate! It looked really hot? The heat saps so much energy which makes conquering those climbs even more of an achievement...
@Voongi 2 ай бұрын
Outstanding job of mind over matter. Congratulations!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It took a lot of mind, believe me!!
@cyclnvancouver8060 2 ай бұрын
Well done Leonard. I loved seeing that pass with such amazing views. The descent looked pretty inviting as well.
@stephentotty195 2 ай бұрын
Fabulous we’ll done. You are very inspirational. Keep inspiring. Thank you
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@ThePensionerAdventurer 2 ай бұрын
Hello Leonard, Thanks for an enjoyable video. It's great to see unfamiliar roads... Well done with climbs. Take care. Paul,,
@philiphookham8135 2 ай бұрын
Hi Leonard, congratulations regarding another high quality Vlog! Kudos to you for conquering the climb. South Africa clearly has a lot to offer for cyclists.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It’s a great place to ride.
@jay297610 2 ай бұрын
ooww that looks mighty tuff! well done!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It was!
@zaheeressop8270 2 ай бұрын
Wow. Nice ride bud. Stunning scenery
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It really is!
@davehollingworth5537 2 ай бұрын
Great stuff again Leonardo but I felt your pain at @6:31 when Braam informed you there were still 2km to go, not 1km! Nice music for the descent, btw, great African vibes I thought. Beautiful and tough ride - well done 🎉 ‘well, well worth it’.
@janicemunn3868 2 ай бұрын
Great video Leonard. I watch them all and this is one of the best. I was off for a ride today when I noticed you had posted. I waited to watch it til after my ride as a reward and u didn't disappoint. I'm in Canada and ride almost daily. Fatbike in winter and road and mountain in spring, summer and autumn. I have riden in the rocky mountains of canada and now i'm interested to continue the adventure as u have.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
@rollandjoeseph 2 ай бұрын
Well done Leo, the mind believes you can do it and you did, congrats!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@Wayfarer-Sailing 2 ай бұрын
Super ride, great effort, well done!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@claytonjones5857 2 ай бұрын
Respect to you Leonard well done.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@davidwatson1089 2 ай бұрын
Awesome ride spectacular scenery 😎
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@stephencharles6932 2 ай бұрын
Really impressive numbers there, oomph, well done Sir.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Yes, thanks
@karenringer5995 2 ай бұрын
So very well done . 😊
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@peterpalmer7307 2 ай бұрын
Leonard it looks like you are being well fed. Beautiful scenery and Great riding, keep enjoying yourself. Peter
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, I will
@christyfox862 2 ай бұрын
Very well done lenard super ride
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Cheers
@derekjolly3680 2 ай бұрын
Such nice weather there besides the scenery compared to here the last few days. Crazy assed winds with gusts yesterday were making even riding on a 55 pound e-bike sketchy and a little dangerous. I actually aborted half of my ride over feeling imperiled by it. I didn't even see a single motorcycle out there, so there was something to it. High winds being one of the top reasons for having that bike. This morning it dropped to 30 degrees again and we had a snow dusting. Like winter is saying, "Not so fast fella." I'm waiting for some drying out and 50F degrees for my ride time today. Yet a few days ago, I wore bike shorts for the first time this year.
@derekjolly3680 2 ай бұрын
At eleven it was still under 50F. Still wearing nearly full winter clothes today, except the baseball gloves compared to the full winter gloves on the bike ride.
@Pedals_and_Pathways 2 ай бұрын
Amazing 👏
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@s23bho38 2 ай бұрын
Bravo sir!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@BlaqRaq 2 ай бұрын
In Jamaica 🇯🇲, you can see the climb. You don’t guess if you are climbing. I was going up Red Hills (St Andrew) one day, and trust me, my muscles hated me and my lungs were protesting. Very pointy 5 miles to the plateau in the town just past the police station. We have some nice climbs on the island.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Sounds like another great place to ride. Pretty much guaranteed nice weather too, hopefully
@alroydavey5023 2 ай бұрын
Seems like u enjoyed Cape Town and surrounds, please come again,. I’ve done CTCT 4 times and Helshoogte Pass quite a few times, and Franschoek Pass once, I’m from Cape Town (never ride alone here)
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I thought the Franchhoek pass was definitely the more scenic of the two.
@krissk77 2 ай бұрын
We see other countries and places through others eyes.... keep it up ❤ and well done keep on cycling. One of those sports that doesn't require a team all the time.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad I could show you around
@reidwagner1508 2 ай бұрын
The title alone would probably scare me off. You have a habit of pushing yourself to do hard things. Good for you. Love your videos
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@normhanson981 2 ай бұрын
Great vid Leonard , you will come home really fit . Sensational country spoilt by crime.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It really improves my climbing.
@derekjolly3680 2 ай бұрын
It had to be loads easier on those climbs for the chaps without the cannon balls to pack around! I'm sure they appreciate the work you put into it too.
@grahampurvis5160 2 ай бұрын
I like your videos.👍
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that
@kozureokame 2 ай бұрын
ride on!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@SpiderMacKenzie 2 ай бұрын
Well done Leonard. I take it that’s your own bike? Sometime I’d appreciate it if you would share your experience on how you pack & transport your bike on airplanes. EG is it a bike box, bag & any tips 😊🚲
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I’m working on just a video as we speak.
@SpiderMacKenzie 2 ай бұрын
Aw that’s great Leonard. I often think I wish I had my own bike. I’ve a couple of trips this year & have watched countless videos but would very much appreciate your insights & experience to. 😊🎶🕷🚲
@davehollingworth5537 2 ай бұрын
Great comment and delighted to hear Leonardo is working on a video on this. Can’t wait. Want to do CTCT next year but totally intimidated by the whole travel and transport thing (not to mention the 109km of the event and some of these ‘warm up’ rides 😅😂
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
@@davehollingworth5537 If you want to do the ride next year coke and join me next year. There is a trip we are organising so all of the logistics of hotels, transport and ride entry are taken care of. Click on the link in the description for full details.
@davehollingworth5537 2 ай бұрын
@@jollygoodvelo yes! thanks, I’m on their list of ‘expression of interest’
@danhardisty1 2 ай бұрын
Beautiful countryside. You lucky devil!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I am very lucky.
@sanoroo 2 ай бұрын
Ain’t no mountain high enough!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
I think there might be at some point.
@ianlainchbury 2 ай бұрын
Superb Leonard. What gearing are you running?
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It’s a 50/34 and an 11/32
@ianlainchbury 2 ай бұрын
@jollygoodvelo Cheers Leonard. Epic climbing.
@BillyCiervo 2 ай бұрын
Magnificent views. Nice work!
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@fortesfortunajuvat6782 2 ай бұрын
You're amazing, Leonard. If you ever get the opportunity to ride near the Rockies don't pass it up.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Maybe one day!
@thomaskuhn6541 2 ай бұрын
Beautiful view, shame about all the car traffic.
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It was a lot quieter on the Franschhoek Pass.
@TouringTony 2 ай бұрын
Well done on another steep climb in the bank of fitness
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
That are slowly racking up
@MrChippiechappie 2 ай бұрын
Its alright for some isn't it ?
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
Isn’t it.
@tarajones-legros3661 2 ай бұрын
Props to all you KZfaqr cyclists how are able to hold a camera and talk while suffering on a climb.
@the_curvy_cyclist 2 ай бұрын
Amazing!! Well done. This is epic 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@jollygoodvelo 2 ай бұрын
It was quite a ride.
@BlaqRaq 2 ай бұрын
@@jollygoodvelo Any boy can ride a bike. It’s takes a man to ride it uphill.
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