Velokhaya has developed and exposed more Africans to the Global Cycling stage than any other cycling academy, their story is hard to summarise but Sipho Mona does an incredible job of doing just that as we unpack his story and how it led to this incredible academy reshaping the lives of many cyclists in Africa.

Sipho thanks SO MUCH For your time and what you doing for the industry and youth!

#cycling #cyclingacademy #podcast #storytelling #velokhaya

La Perla Classic AKA LPC are the main protagonists in the KOTAS (King of the Atlantic Seaboard) battle and are soley responsible for bringing world tour riders to the DC (Double Century)

They are easily one of the gnarliest groups to hook onto for a weekend thrash and individually have some incredible stories.

Gents it was such a pleasure to have you in studio and to get onto the group ride. Best of luck for the DC, lets see how those predictions hold ;)

#doublecentury #cycling #cyclingcapetown #KOTAS #capetown #dc

East City Cycles is without a doubt one of if not Cape Towns most desirable bike shop. Nestled in the vibrant Harrington Street this owner run and passion inspired business has grown from strength to strength and Jarryd sits with us to take us through the origin story. Naturally some DC banter is thrown into the mix for good measure.

Jarryd it was a treat to join the morning ride and get to know you and the brand a lot better. Wishing you and the team all the success in the future! Here's to many more Tuesday burns and collabs!

#bikeshoplife #bikeshop #storytelling #capetown #cycling #factorbikes

Such an inspiring and uplifting conversation with Aaron Borrill, fortuitously on the Savage ride and in true South African spirit was happy to just jump into the podcast room post ride - SO Grateful for your time and willingness Aaron.

Aaron has managed to climb his way to the very top of the mega publication empire of cycling and is a Tech Writer for Cycling Weekly Magazine. Previously been with Roadcc, Bike perfect and Bicycling. He tells a great story about how much value we have and just how limitless our opportunities really are.

Naturally there's some DC banter and froth geek out over his incredible Lab 71 Gravel weapon for the upcoming #Gravelburn

Aaron - best of luck for the race and can't wait to chat again!

#cyclingweekly #southafrican #storytelling #podcast #doublecentury #puresavage

Sulli (Max Sullivan) is easily the most well known, respected and decorated cameraman you maybe haven't met. He has shot just about every premier event in South Africa and worked with the biggest brands and athletes South Africa has to offer including the infamous Cape Epic.

Max is a rare breed being an exceptional hybrid shooter who can capture both photo and video.

Join us as we unpack his story!

Enquriies for Max: https://maxsullimedia.co.za/

#cycling #photographer #videographer #capeepic #enduro #maxsullivan #southafrican #podcast #storiesthatmatter

In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Simon Stofberg sits down to unpack the journey that shaped him — from growing up in Paarl, chasing dreams on surfboards and bicycles, to battling depression, addiction, and ultimately finding redemption through discipline, endurance sport, and love.

This is not just a cycling story — it’s a human story. One of ADHD, bullying, family dynamics, heartbreak, Muay Thai, sobriety, mountain biking, gravel racing, and content creation. Whether you’re an athlete, a creator, or just someone trying to find your way — there’s something here for you.

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00:31 Governance in 10 seconds

00:49 Growing up / formative years

01:50 Grounding for Entrepreneurship

02:32 Moving to Knysna

03:10 Surfing with Air BnB CEO

04:00 Getting involved in business

04:34 Opening his bike shop

06:15 The Cycling bug bites

06:51 First Argus Cycle Tour

11:34 Marketing in Cycling back then

14:00 Racing in the southern suburbs

21:30 Road Rules for Cyclists

23:13 The Culture shift needed

24:18 Cape Town needs more cyclists

27:18 Alans Diabetic scare

30:13 Setting targets for cycling mobility

31:33 The Western Cape Mobility Department

34:33 Cycle Paths in Cape Town

38:30 Consequences for abusing the cycle lane

39:22 Future of Cycle Lanes in Cape Town

42:50 Uniting to fix congestion

45:50 The Taxi Ride

46:08 The Western Province Cabinet Ride

46:58 KOTAS

48:20 Double Century 2025

51:00 Random Q&A

Alan Winde is the Premier of the Western Cape and has an unbelievable story of entrepreneurship, determination and pretty unbelievable cycling adventures. We tackle his two favourite topics, Governance & Cycling you can guess which one we spent more time on haha.

It is refreshing to hear there is such a dynamic mind at the helm of the Western Cape Government and I'm really grateful we got the time to chat with you Alan - thanks for accommodating us!

Personally I love the idea of a cycle bus rolling around town alongwith the Taxi bosses hitting the roads on two wheels, there is so much room for growing our and other sport/passions alongside and integrated with our beloved city, its on all of us to make it happen.

#alanwinde #cycling #cyclingcommunity #westerncape #capetown #storytelling

00:55 Dave's Background

02:44 Claim to cycling Fame

02:54 How long has Killarney been running for?

03:28 Origin story behind writing the race seeding algorithm

05:40 International precedent for seeding

07:08 The Lost Era of "FUN RIDES"

13:15 The "infrastructure" that made it work

20:20 What does putting a race on cost?

24:42 Dave's Finish Line story

32:40 Road Races in Souther Suburbs (insane)

43:19 DAKAR of Cycling

44:18 Savage DC Seeding requests ;)

44:40 Double Century Banter!

We delve into a lot of nostalgia and premium banter with the brilliant mind behind all your race seeding results - David Clarke!

Dave it was such a great time having you in studio, super appreciative of your time with us!

#cycling #cyclingevents #cyclingcapetown #storytelling #oldmutualwealthdoublecentury #dc #doublecentury #raceseeding #capetown

01:25 Introduction

04:10 What is Iditarod Trail Invitational about (Alaska)

10:38 Silk Road Mountain Race (2000km!)

11:45 Why do you do these Races?

20:08 Planning while in an Ultra Race

21:38 Fuelling for Guy

26:55 Guys Coach

28:17 Riding for his late brother

29:29 Emotions in an Ultra and after

30:50 Passions outside of Ultra Events

40:00 Human and Wildlife conflict projects

56:25 Balancing act of life and ultras

01:00:20 Safety out on the trails

01:15:40 Paying it forward

My intro for Guy Jennings

The Silk Road Mountain Race 2000km (Kyrgyzstan)

Iditarod Trail Invitational 1000 miles (Alaska)

Tour Divide 4345 km (Canada/USA/Mexico)Atlas Mountain Race 1350km (Morocco/Essaouira)

The Munga 1000km (South Africa)

Hellenic Mountain Race 900km (Greece)

Sedgefield 500 (South Africa)

11 comrade runs 90 km (South Africa)

The Jungle Run 230km (Peru)

4 Cape Epic’s (South Africa)

WILD RIGHT?!

We are joined by easily one of the most inspiring people I have ever met! Guy Jennings. I came across his story when a good mate Alex Blake asked if I had heard of this guy - Guy, who finished an ultra cycle in the freezing cold with a broken neck, well I met him alright and his stories are incredible. Guy you are an incredible human and I deeply value the time you took to come chat to me - thank you!

Here's to many more crazy adventures!

#ultraracing #ultragravelrace #ultrarunning #southafrican #athelete #storytelling #storiesthatmatter

01:39 Growing up

06:20 Seize the day Seize the morning

07:15 Dad

07:37 Mom

08:42 The only child

09:15 Boarding School

13:12 The conveyor belt

14:34 Design at School

15:18 Fashion in the blood

15:52 The Drive behind Salt

18:39 Values the bred success

19:29 SALT is born

23:00 Surfing background

25:34 Social Sacrifice

27:20 Original Designs

30:19 Why SALT?

31:25 Stigmas in school

34:24 Scared of Sharks?

40:00 Life lessons from surfing

43:52 The Gap year

55:05 The big order & COVID

01:03:29 Living in Indonesia & Canada

01:08:30 Time to go all in

01:13:40 Local is lekker

01:19:15 Cycling Life

Tadj Orzechowski is an exceptional entrepreneur, athlete and young man we had the privelege of interviewing. We cover the origin story of his fashop label and retail store - SALT Plettenberg Bay and reflect on his active lifestyle and how the two work in harmony.

The story was an absolute pleasure to be privy to Tadj, I really look forward to collaborating with you in future both on the bike and in the business domain!

Really appreciate you taking the time to come sit with us.

#storytelling #cycling #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #fashiondesigner #plettenbergbay #surfer