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NEWSSTAND EDITION Charging down Swiss Alps singletrack on e-bikes by Martin Bissig
BIKE BUYER ’ S
GUIDE PAGE
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POINT OF VIEW 12 The ed shares his post-lockdown love
146 Daredevil rider Dylan Victor on his recovery from a broken neck
PHOTO GALLERY 14 Rad images to get you amped to ride
46 Insta-inspiration from shooters around the world
MORE GEAR & TECH !
24 What ’ s new : The hottest accessories to warm your winter ride
50 Bike geometry : Harry Orr delves into the numbers that determine a bike ’ s character so you can make a more informed purchase
HIT THE TRAILS
80 Abelana Game Reserve : Big 5 cycle safari on a Limpopo bushveld land claim
110 Cradle of Humankind : Get the inside track on the Gateway-2-Gateway MTB Trail in Joburg ’ s athletes ’ playground
116 Steyn City : Slick new obstacles and trails make the 947 Ride Joburg MTB track fun and flowing
PARTICIPANTS ’ EDITION Happiness is a muddy face at the KAP sani2c finish by Anthony Grote
GLOBAL PLAYGROUNDS
26 Hong Kong : Legendary freerider Hans Rey explores the region ’ s many contrasts on his Urban MTB Adventure
68 Switzerland : Charging through the Davos Klosters Alpine resort on a three-day e-bike tour proves totally dope
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