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Meet Cindy and Quinton Rutherford – a powerhouse duo on and off the trails! From tandem rides to tackling the grueling Freedom Challenge together, these two embody what it means to be a team. In this Q&A, they share their journey into mountain biking, how they survived training (and marriage!) during one of the toughest endurance challenges, and the lighter moments that kept them going – even when sipping Frisco on a concrete floor. Whether they're pushing limits on Holla’s

This month we talk to Ash Naidoo, a Holla Trails Ambassador and seasoned Comrades runner  Congratulations on completing the Comrades Marathon again this year! What was the experience like for you, and how does it compare to other races you've participated in? Thank you. This was my 8th Comrades. I am an endurance athlete and prefer long distance (100 milers as  a challenge), Comrades is always a beautiful and humbling race. I love the vibe - people coming out there to cheer

This month we talk to 7 year old Tao, who is a member of the Sugar Rats Cycling Club! Hi Tao! How old are you, and how long have you been riding with the Sugar Rats at Holla Trails? Hello! I am 7 and I've been riding with Sugar Rats for almost two years. What do you love most about riding your bike? Is there a particular feeling that makes you excited to get out on the trails? That when I go on jumps I

This month we talk to Ryno Walker, at 82 years old he is our eldest member at Holla Trails Where are you from? My early years were in Durban Berea, but from age 7 I grew up in Vryheid. With one friend in particular, I spent weekends and days on my bike. It was an essential part of my life for exploring, fishing, etc and going to wherever I had to. No lifts and being taken to school in those days. Do

GET YOUR POSITION RIGHT Before we even start a conversation about saddle type/choice, make sure you have spent time dialling in your saddle position. That would be saddle height, fore/aft position, and saddle tilt/angle. If the saddle is not in the correct position, it’s never going to be comfortable, no matter the saddle! Don’t bin that saddle just yet; check your position first! It’s crucial, though, that you insist on finding the best saddle for you because this is the foundation of your bike

We're excited to announce that there will be a Segment chase here at Holla during April & May. Here are the competition rules: Complete the segment on STRAVA with a public STRAVA account. The Segment starts at the bottom of the Chicken Farm climb (on the district road right at the bottom,) follow the climb to the top, descend over the hill and turn sharp right into the PINK trail!! Participants should be aware that it is a very sharp corner and that

We're thrilled to introduce the incredible individuals, both male and female, who embody the spirit of our trail community and proudly unveil our ambassadors for 2024! Here they are:  Our runners: Our Cyclists: