Excellent ride today at Oak Valley (one of the overnight stops for the Cape Epic.

The ride is in the Grabouw valley and up onto the hills below Groenlandberg mountain. There are 3 trails. Green 14km, Red, 21km, Black 25km. Each for each increasingly more experienced riders.

The major advantage is the hot showers and bike wash at the end. In winter, what a bonus! There was a large percentage of single track on the black route as well as a new Expedia Gutschein black section that has been opened up (2.8km single track) so overall a great ride.

There were a few weird moments on the A-frame wooden stys over the fences and I managed to smash my head on the overhead bar (it was really low – i checked) – so beginners watch out – hit them head on or you will slide, especially if its wet.

Ride Stats:
Distance: 25km (Black Route)
Time: 1:30-2hours
Location: oak Valley, Grabouw, Cape Town
Difficulty: Intermediate (but good for beginners)
Notes: Showers, Bike Wash, Secure Parking
Cost: R30/rider
Overall Rating: 4/5