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Old 02-28-22, 07:21 AM
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Hi from South Africa!

Hi!
Willem here, from South Africa.
I want to get back into cycling again. Mostly commuting but soon soon I want to go touring.
I'm on the lookout for a vintage mountain bike to build up and use.
I've spent hours scouring these great forums and decided I need to join.
Thanks for having me!
I look forward to learning more.
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Old 02-28-22, 07:25 AM
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Hello and Welcome Willem from a Texas road rider.
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Old 03-06-22, 12:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Willem208
Hi!
Willem here, from South Africa.
I want to get back into cycling again. Mostly commuting but soon soon I want to go touring.
I'm on the lookout for a vintage mountain bike to build up and use.
I've spent hours scouring these great forums and decided I need to join.
Thanks for having me!
I look forward to learning more.
Oh nice, South Africa looks pretty sweet. Do you go swimming off the coast and not worry about the sharks? lol
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Old 03-06-22, 06:05 AM
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I have gone swimming in the ocean plenty of times lol, but I live far from the ocean now.
It definitely is a beautiful country! I love it.
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Old 03-06-22, 06:19 AM
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Welcome Willem! I too am fond of older steel mountain bikes. I think they have a look which can't be matched by much of the modern offerings.
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Old 03-06-22, 09:55 AM
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Welcome Willem from another newbie living in northern Colorado. I enjoy watching bike touring videos of riders crossing Africa. The scenery and culture are amazing!
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Old 03-06-22, 01:56 PM
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Hello Willem, greetings from an old Dutchie still in Holland..........
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Old 03-06-22, 05:15 PM
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Hi. I spent a couple of weeks working in SA many years ago. Enjoyed my time there.
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