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Episode 38 of The Breakaway Show is a quick one. No guest, because it’s the last week before Nedbank Gravel Burn and the whole team is flat out. We start with the Prince George 100 Miler, a gravel race that finishes at the top of the Swartberg Pass. Then Derby Dash in the wet, a Namibian race scene with a surprising prize purse, and Hayley Preen taking third at Big Sugar Gravel in Arkansas. We also look at how a South African junior ended up 10th at the Enduro World Championships in Italy. After that: what a week of using protein water and beetroot powder actually felt like, and why we want to cover local racing seven days a week.Chapters:0:00 Final week before Gravel Burn2:45 Prince George 100 Miler6:31 Derby Dash in the rain9:44 Namibia's N$770,000 race purse11:14 Hayley Preen at Big Sugar16:49 Enduro World Championships20:00 Weekend MTB roundup23:45 Covering local racing daily25:36 Protein water and beetroot31:11 Women's DC teams33:59 Gravel Burn week# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

The final pack. Nutrition, gear, the bag, sleep, the bike and the kit: everything I'm taking to the Nedbank Gravel Burn, a 7-day, 750 km gravel stage race through the Great Karoo (25–31 October 2026).0:00 Intro0:42 Nutrition8:29 Gear10:30 The Bag13:05 Sleep14:21 The Bike19:29 The Kit# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#RoadToGravelBurn #TheActiveHobo #StoriesMatter #stagerace #GravelCycling #gravelburn#specializedcrux5

Four months of training, testing, and hard work come down to one final check-in on the road to Gravel Burn. With the help of coach Reece McDonald and strength coach Paige Goldie, we look at the progress made on and off the bike, and what it really takes to become a stronger athlete. But this journey has become about much more than watts, weight, and performance. It’s about consistency, rebuilding confidence, and changing the way you see yourself. As race day approaches, the biggest gains might not be the ones you can measure. This is the final chapter before Gravel Burn, and the results are about to put everything into perspective.00:00 – The Final Test01:00 – Four Months in the Making03:00 – Back to the Lab05:00 – Measuring the Progress07:00 – What the Numbers Really Mean09:00 – The Work Behind the Scenes11:00 – Building Strength From the Ground Up13:00 – Training Beyond the Bike15:00 – The Importance of Consistency17:00 – Pushing Past Old Limitations19:00 – More Than Just Performance21:00 – A Different Perspective23:00 – The Moment It All Comes Together26:00 – The Real Meaning of Progress29:00 – Ready for What Comes Next# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#RoadToGravelBurn #TheActiveHobo #StoriesMatter #stagerace #GravelCycling #gravelburn#specializedcrux5

We’re setting up the Specialized Crux 5 Expert with upgraded wheels, wider tyres, a new saddle and handlebars before putting the bike fit to the test. Dan Loubser breaks down the differences between the Crux and Diverge, identifying the fit issues affecting comfort, power and riding position. Find out how small adjustments and the right components can make a big difference to your gravel riding experience.00:03 – Setting Up the Crux 5 Expert00:58 – Do You Really Need a Bike Fit?01:44 – Identifying Fit Issues and Discomfort03:28 – Tyres, Wheels and Ride Comfort05:17 – Frame Compliance, Seatpost and Handlebars09:08 – Comparing the Crux and Diverge Fit# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#StoriesThatMatter #TheActiveHobo #MountainBiking

This week on The Breakaway, Tristan McGiven sits down with us to talk about moving to online school, training 10 to 20 hours a week, racing in Belgium against juniors who compete all year, and the one lesson that stuck: stop comparing yourself to others. He also shares what he eats, how he measures a good race, and what next year in Europe looks like.Before that, the racing. Marianne Vos wins the 2026 Gravel World Championships in Nannup, Michelle George wins her age group for South Africa, Paul Seixas wins Il Lombardia, and Candice Lill wins the Life Time Little Sugar MTB. We also cover the SA Schools finals in Stellenbosch, a poll asking if a party's cycling policy would change your vote, and what's coming up: Derby Dash, Gravel Burn, the Attakwas Extreme prize purse and a documentary premiere.Chapters:0:00 — Tristan McGiven joins the show4:01 — Gravel riders who still want to do the Epic6:00 — Poll: would a party's cycling policy change your vote?12:35 — Gravel World Championships 2026 recap20:59 — Il Lombardia: Paul Seixas' big day28:48 — Candice Lill wins Little Sugar32:21 — Local gravel series result36:59 — SA Schools finals in Stellenbosch43:34 — A last international track meet near Cape Town45:37 — Derby Dash and Weekend Warrior this weekend46:34 — Gravel Burn and the Attakwas Extreme prize purse49:10 — "Breaths of Hope": a documentary premiere50:15 — Supplements racers actually use1:00:10 — Beetroot shots: the nitrate story1:09:02 — What it costs Tristan to chase a pro career1:19:27 — Stop comparing yourself to others# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

The Cannondale Scalpel is a lightweight carbon cross-country mountain bike built for riders who want to go fast, and this one came back from the Tokai trails in the south of Cape Town still wearing the dirt. The platform has been out for a few years, so why review it now? Because plenty of riders are staring at a bike that's a few years old and wondering if a step up is real or just marketing. The Scalpel answers that with modern geometry that puts you forward and centred, 120mm of travel front and back, and the single-sided Lefty fork that makes it instantly recognisable. It also climbs far better than you'd expect from a bike that isn't the lightest, which turned out to be our favourite thing about it. The Scalpel isn't perfect, though. There's a dropper post we'd swap straight away and a long-term question mark over Lefty maintenance, and we cover both. If you've got an older XC bike and a stage race or a few big days on the calendar, this one belongs on your shortlist. The bike was loaned to us by East City Cycles, and the opinions are ours.Chapters:0:00 — First Look: The Cannondale Scalpel, Fresh Off the Trails1:20 — Six Weeks and a Seven-Day Stage Race2:39 — Price, Geometry and 120mm of Travel4:36 — The Lefty Fork Explained6:02 — How the Suspension Rides Down and Up7:29 — Weigh-In: Claimed Weight vs Real Weight9:39 — Carbon Wheels and SRAM Transmission AXS11:09 — What We Didn't Like: The Dropper and Lefty Maintenance12:38 — Who the Scalpel Is For, and Can You Race It?14:50 — Is It Worth Upgrading? Final Verdict# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africa🔗 www.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheActiveHobo #CannondaleScalpel #MountainBikeReview #CapeTown #XCMTB

Stage racing isn’t just about what happens on the bike — managing the daily routine, staying organised, and reducing unnecessary stress all play a huge role in recovery and performance. Here’s a look at how one piece of gear can make life on the race circuit easier and give you more time to recover and enjoy the experience.00:02 – The Hidden Stress of Stage Racing01:41 – Minimising Race-Day Admin02:15 – Organizing Gear at Camp03:07 – A More Efficient Race Routine# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africawww.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#StoriesMatter #TheActiveHobo #MountainBiking

What does it take to create a truly custom cycling kit? We head inside Ciovita’s factory in Cape Town to explore the craftsmanship, people, and processes behind bringing a unique design to life. Created as a special tribute to the Toyota team heading to Gravel Burn, this project celebrates creativity, collaboration, and local manufacturing. Join us behind the scenes to see what goes into making cycling apparel more than just a jersey.00:00 Intro00:13 Creating Custom Gravel Burn Kit00:29 The Story Behind the Design01:55 Inside the Ciovita Factory02:35 From Fabric to Finished Kit03:30 The Art of Precision Printing04:31 How Sublimation Printing Works05:45 The Details That Make a Difference06:25 The People Behind the Process07:55 Cutting and Preparing the Fabric08:26 Where the Best Cycling Fabrics Come From12:45 Thank you Toyota# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africa🔗 www.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#RoadToGravelBurn #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter #MountainBiking #GravelCycling#crux5 #gravelburn #gravelbike

Choosing the right bike for Gravelburn is about more than just weight and speed. After testing a range of gravel bikes, it’s time to break down the setup, upgrades, tyres, wheels and gearing that matter most for a demanding stage race. In this episode, we look at why the Specialized Crux 5 made the shortlist and how the right components can make a difference over multiple days on rough gravel. Is this the ultimate Gravelburn setup?00:00 Intro00:36 Choosing the Right Gravel Bike01:56 Understanding the Course02:38 Suspension or Bigger Tyres?04:13 Tyre Clearance and Comfort06:21 Finding the Right Balance08:52 Wheel and Groupset Upgrades11:57 Gearing for Gravel13:12 Wheels and Tyre Setup17:30 Final Conclusion# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Specialized South Africa🔗 www.specialized.comDoolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#RoadToGravelBurn #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter #MountainBiking #GravelCycling#crux5 #gravelburn #gravelbike

Episode 36 opens with the SA Schools mountain bike finals in Stellenbosch, and the question every South African cyclist has been asking: is our sport dying, or just getting started? Then Jemaine Jacobs tells us how a school league, a borrowed bike and a job washing bikes led him to sales and social media at Specialized Tygerberg.We also cover the opening of the Western Cape road season, the first Hobo Thrash group ride near Wellington, the RH77 Killarney crit series, and the free UCI nutrition paper everyone should skim. Plus the first look at the RH77 x Specialized kit, new gravel tyre thoughts, and the 2027 Cape Epic route.Chapters:0:00 — SA Schools MTB finals: why South African cycling is not dying5:27 — Jemaine's Spur Schools League years9:29 — Meet Jemaine from Specialized Tygerberg13:03 — Tour de Worcester 21:37 — How the sprint finish played out26:45 — The first Hobo Thrash: Gravel Drop Ride33:45 — RH77 Killarney Crit37:44 — The scratch group rule44:05 — The UCI's free cycling nutrition paper47:12 — Pathfinder 2.2 vs Thunderburt51:28 — Gravel Burn chainring debate52:59 — The RH77 x Specialized kit collab56:41 — The 2027 Cape Epic route58:02 — What it is really like to work in the bike industry1:01:52 — From bike washer to junior technician to sales1:04:55 — Why the in-store experience matters1:14:08 — Gravel, road safety and a guest we're lining up1:16:16 — Next stop: Somerset West# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

We take an in-depth look at RH77, a Cape Town cycling brand that has become a familiar name on the local scene. From design and fit to performance, comfort and the details that matter when you're putting serious kilometres into a kit, we put their range under the microscope. But there’s more to this review than just the clothing — we explore what makes RH77 such a distinctive part of the cycling community.00:00 – RH77 Kit Review Begins00:31 – The Story Behind RH7702:47 – RH77 and the Cycling Community03:55 – Meet the Man Behind the Brand05:42 – RH77’s Focused Product Range07:00 – The Factory Racing Kit & Visibility08:32 – Fit, Feel & Long-Distance Comfort10:30 – Bib Construction, Chamois & Durability12:23 – Pricing, Cargo Bibs & Practical Features16:09 – Materials, Branding & Long-Term Wear18:17 – Gilets, Jackets & Winter Kit25:43 – Where to Buy & Final Thoughts# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#StoriesThatMatter #TheActiveHobo #MountainBiking

No script, no plan, no filter: three mates the night before the Nedbank Gravel Burn.Dave sits down with Simon Stoffberg and Charl Kemp for the most unplanned conversation The Active Hobo has ever filmed. They argue about FTP, VO2 max and who is actually fittest, then get serious about why they're racing seven days across the Karoo. One of them is back for redemption after a brutal first Gravel Burn. Another is racing so his son can one day see what he was capable of. Charl is photographing and filming a wedding the night before the start, then being driven through the night to the line. Under the banter is a real question: what does it cost the people at home, and why do they keep lining up anyway?0:00 — Cold Open: The Most Unplanned Thing We've Done0:36 — Meet Simon Stoffberg and Charl Kemp3:53 — FTP vs VO2 Max: Who's Actually the Fittest?8:16 — Why Watts Per Kilo Matters More Than FTP10:22 — Day One Strategy and Why We're Really Going11:54 — The Brutal First Gravel Burn and the Redemption Plan15:45 — The Brands and Sponsors Behind the Start Line19:07 — Dave's Goal: Beat These Two, Top Five Is the Dream24:53 — Why Simon Is Racing: A Son and a Standard29:52 — Camp Life, Kit Bags and a Code Red Storm40:44 — The Fan Poll: Who Do Viewers Think Will Win?50:30 — Chainrings, Tyres and Last-Minute Gear Calls1:02:45 — Racing as a Parent: Family, Sacrifice and Balance1:10:35 — The Wager: Betting for a Good Cause1:14:00 — Why Sponsors Matter More Than They Know1:17:33 — Last Words # === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#RoadToGravelBurn #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter #MountainBiking #GravelCycling

Cyclists risk their lives every morning, and no political party has told us where it stands. This week on The Breakaway, we ask.Episode 35 starts with a simple question: why do one million South African cyclists have no voice? Jarryd Haley is back, and together we talk road safety, the muggings that are changing where we ride, and what happens when a community finally speaks up.Then the racing. Cape Pioneer on 32-inch wheels, the Lions Karoo to Coast in the mud, the Road to Desolation in Graaff-Reinet, and a schools league with over a thousand kids on the start line. We finish with the 2026 Road World Championships in Montréal: Demi Vollering's win, Brandon McNulty's solo ride, and Byron Munton holding his own among the best in the world. Plus the Hobo Thrash, a free group ride we are trialling, and our verdict on the Cannondale Scalpel.Chapters:0:00 — Why community beats a tick-box race2:55 — What we're covering this week4:59 — The grit of cyclists, and why we have no political voice13:57 — Road safety: what is being done in the Western Cape26:28 — Cape Pioneer: Pritzen and Stehli win on 32-inch wheels30:29 — Sarah Maré and the women's race32:18 — Why the mid-pack race deserves the spotlight35:14 — How Dryland keeps raising the bar36:18 — Road to Desolation: a boutique gravel race in Graaff-Reinet40:03 — The Schools League: over a thousand kids, one race41:22 — Karoo to Coast: gravel bikes vs flat-bar mountain bikes47:20 — Where is the racing outside the Western Cape?52:09 — The Hobo Thrash: a free monthly group ride56:20 — Road Worlds 2026: Vollering and the women's race1:03:33 — McNulty's shock win and the del Toro question1:07:46 — Tom Pidcock: the world champion that almost was1:08:24 — Is a new Dura-Ace coming?1:12:25 — Byron Munton: top 40 at the World Championships1:18:42 — Cannondale Scalpel: is a modern mountain bike worth the upgrade?1:23:12 — What's next# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

Dan Loubser, an experienced bike fitter, breaks down what changes when a rider moves from road and gravel riding into mountain biking. From suspension setup and saddle position to bike geometry, power delivery and technical terrain, Dan explains how small adjustments can make a major difference on the trail. Whether you're new to mountain biking or looking to fine-tune your setup, this episode offers practical advice to help you get more comfortable and controlled on the bike.00:00 – Road & Gravel vs Mountain Bike Fit01:27 – Finding the Right Suspension Setup02:51 – Saddle Position & Suspension Sag04:17 – Mountain Bike Geometry & Brake Setup06:21 – Brake Lever Position & Hand Comfort# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#StoriesThatMatter #TheActiveHobo #MountainBiking

What does the future of Active Hobo actually look like... and how do you build an independent cycling platform without sacrificing honest storytelling?In Episode 34 of The Breakaway, Dave goes solo to give an open look behind the scenes of Active Hobo: how the channel is funded, why partnerships matter, and why maintaining editorial independence remains non-negotiable.Then lets talk Go2Sea.After seven days of racing, filming and experiencing the communities along the route, Dave reflects on a much bigger question: do cycling events genuinely make a difference to the communities they pass through?We also unpack Siabonga’s remarkable Go2Sea story, lessons from seven days of MTB stage racing, the Cannondale Scalpel, stage-race recovery and unexpected weight gain.Plus, there’s plenty of gear talk as we get into RH77, Ciovita and MBO cycling kit, upcoming long-term reviews, Gravel Burn preparation, nutrition testing and a serious 2.2" gravel tyre shootout.# === LISTEN ON THE GO ===========================Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GselFmeym7YgYXtcyPUXUApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/active-hobo/id1846864699# === FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo# === PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/sciconsports-discount (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/# === THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkins# === MORE FROM ACTIVE HOBO ======================Latest episode: https://youtu.be/vSnCZ6pTguQ?si=4hvAobdbQznnyw10Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2XIoaiAXafwoZykJM-jg6HnrLkWlJXHRelated episode: https://youtu.be/mgogDtiB_vg?si=RBaUt8VItbQisdTd# === WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com#TheBreakawayPodcast #TheActiveHobo #StoriesThatMatter

Day 7 at Go2Sea brought plenty of rain, some seriously steep trails, and what can only be described as Type 2 fun - it’s only fun once you look back on it!With the week coming to an end, the media crew sat down to reflect on the journey so far, the challenges we’ve faced, and the moments that have stood out along the way.Go2Sea has exceeded all of our expectations, and after a week of racing, riding and meeting the incredible communities along the route, we’re left with plenty to look back on and plenty more stories to tell.Thank you Go2Sea for an unforgettable week.00:00 Intro00:20 Final day brief01:55 Media crew sit down08:55 Final words from Dave09:35 Last 5km with one crank=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Water point 2 was a vibe today. From the children to the staff people involved in this race are amazing.

Day 5 at Go2Sea was another tough day on the bike, but one that delivered plenty of fun along the way. The riders made their way through some incredible scenery before finishing at the Karkloof Country Club, with some fantastic single-track trails making this one of the most enjoyable stages yet.If you’d like to contribute towards Yarrow Intermediate School, any support or donations would be greatly appreciated. Karkloof Country Club: https://www.karkloofclub.co.za/With challenging riding, beautiful surroundings and plenty of smiles along the way, Day 5 showed just how much variety Go2Sea has to offer.00:00 Intro01:30 David and David go back to back02:44 The coolest start to a race03:50 Where's the chocolate milk04:57 Meet Taryn 06:25 Meet Mary Gray07:30 Scenes on the finish line08:17 Final words from farmer Gary=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com

Day 5 broke some but not these girls! #go2sea

Day 4 at Go2Sea brought a tough 108km stage as the riders continued their journey towards the sea. With every kilometer, the demands on both the riders and their bikes continue to grow. A huge shoutout to Siyabonga for taking the win today! 🏆But once again, the real story of Go2Sea was found within the communities along the route.Today, we spoke to two incredible NPOs that are making a difference in their communities but need more funding and support to continue the work they do.First, we met with SARZA Search and Rescue, an organization dedicated to helping people when they need it most.🌐 SARZA: https://www.sarza.co.za/We also spent time with the Estcourt Animal Shelter, who work tirelessly to care for animals in need and give them a second chance.📱 Estcourt Animal Shelter:https://www.facebook.com/estcourtanimalshelterBoth organizations are doing important work with limited resources, and we want to help shine a light on what they do and encourage anyone who is able to support them to get involved.Go2Sea is showing us that the impact of this race extends far beyond the road.00:00 Intro01:03 Race brief02:35 In the race03:39 Ivor Interview06:49 Pushing Siyabonga08:10 Estcourt Animal Shelter10:30 Back to the race10:42 Siyaboga's Moment13:10 What do you ride for13:54 Finish line=== FOLLOW ACTIVE HOBO =========================https://linktr.ee/theactivehobo=== PARTNER LINKS ===================================Doolhof Wine Estatehttps://doolhof.com 🔗 Code: ActiveHobo (20% off wines)RH 77🔗 https://rh77.co.za226ERS 🔗 https://226ers.co.za/Code: ActiveHobo (10% off)SCICON🔗 https://theactivehobo.short.gy/scicon... (URL and 10% Discount code link)East City Cycles🔗 https://eastcitycycles.com/Gear Change Bicycle Store🔗 https://gearchange.co.za/=== THE CREW ===================================Dave @davlewjenkinsNoah @noah.futterAlec @alec.gatesRegardt @regardstander=== WORK WITH US ===============================Sponsorships & collabs: david@activehobo.comSend a question for the show: noah@activehobo.com