Forest Follies: How We Survived Knysna’s Legendary Cycling Route Without Becoming a Search and Rescue Statistic

Forest Follies: How We Survived Knysna’s Legendary Cycling Route Without Becoming a Search and Rescue Statistic

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In which we entrust our car to a stranger, battle gravity in multiple directions, and narrowly avoid becoming roadkill on the N2… Spotting Diepwalle: Excitement Meets Terror As we descended the final stretch of Prince Albert Pass toward Knysna, there it was—Diepwalle Forest Station. The cycling equivalent of spotting your blind date across a crowded restaurant: equal parts excitement and anxiety. “There it is!” we exclaimed with the misplaced enthusiasm of people who hadn’t yet read all the reviews. “Tomorrow’s…

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Snow Chasing and Wind Wrestling:

Snow Chasing and Wind Wrestling:

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The Continuing Adventures of Two Cyclists Who Never LearnIn which we battle Karoo headwinds, negotiate with sheep for road access, and discover that snow forecasts are basically horoscopes with temperature readings…Morning in the Karoo: Cold, But Not Cold EnoughDay two began with that special Karoo cold—the kind that makes you question why humans abandoned cave living. After a quick bite to eat (because nothing fuels poor decision-making like insufficient calories), we enthusiastically prepared for our next adventure: cycling the Compassberg…

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The Great Escape: How We Accidentally Fell in Love with Nieu-Bethesda (Again)

The Great Escape: How We Accidentally Fell in Love with Nieu-Bethesda (Again)

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Chapter 1: The Great Indecision of 2025Picture this: You’ve just survived another soul-crushing period at work, and your brain feels like it’s been through a blender set to “corporate grind.” You NEED a break. You DESERVE a break. But where to go when you have the attention span of a caffeinated goldfish?Our options were: Chapter 2: Birthday, F1, and Life ChoicesSunday rolled around like a lazy cat, and it was birthday time! 🎂 Nothing says “celebration” like having friends over…

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When Cancer Touches Your World: Finding Light in the Darkest Hours

When Cancer Touches Your World: Finding Light in the Darkest Hours

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Cancer. The word alone carries a weight that those who haven’t experienced it firsthand can never fully comprehend. Fourteen years ago, that weight crashed into my world when my father was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer. Terminal. Four months to live. In that moment of shock, my first thought was strangely specific – if they had told me five years, I would have lost it completely. How could five years possibly be enough? And then the doctor’s actual words…

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Queen’s College Reunion: When Memories and Mist Collide

Queen’s College Reunion: When Memories and Mist Collide

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A heartfelt journey back to the hallowed grounds that shaped my husband For as long as I’ve known Roger (which feels like several lifetimes now), there have been three constants in our marriage: his unwavering love for me, his peculiar habit of losing socks in the laundry, and his undying pride in being a Queen’s College old boy. The Legend of Queen’s College If I had a rand for every time Roger has told me the story about how his…

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Easter Weekend at St. Francis Bay

Easter Weekend at St. Francis Bay

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Where friends become family, amateur photographers emerge, and 2.2km swims seem like “short” distances… Thursday: The Arrival of the Eager Vacationers Easter weekend rolled around, and we found ourselves blessed with an invitation to spend it with friends so special they’ve officially graduated from “friends” to “family.” You know the type – the ones who’ve seen you at your worst but still invite you back. Thursday afternoon, we pointed our car toward St. Francis Bay, blissfully unaware that I would soon…

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When a Simple Walk Turns Into an Accidental Expedition: Cairn Loop

When a Simple Walk Turns Into an Accidental Expedition: Cairn Loop

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Friday morning, disaster strikes—I get the call. My bike won’t be back in time for the weekend cycle! What now? Roger is off on a boys flying weekend away, living his best life, while I sit here, faced with a weekend of no exercise. Unacceptable. I immediately text my walking friends to organize a Sunday stroll in the Valley. But what about Saturday? Panic sets in. Chatting to a friend, she kindly volunteers to go on a hike with me….

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The Ride to Kouga Dam – A Comedy of Sweat and Dust

The Ride to Kouga Dam – A Comedy of Sweat and Dust

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Ah, a weekend in Patensie! A little adventure, some fresh air, and a casual bike ride to the Kouga Dam—what could possibly go wrong? Well, let’s just say that a 7 km ride there and 7 km back sounded reasonable at first. But, as we quickly learned, reality had other plans. The Illusion of a “Gentle” RideWe parked near the turnoff, unloaded our bikes, and started rolling down a short hill. Glorious! A downhill start! And that, dear readers, was…

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A Weekend Amongst Dragons: Our Stay at a Dragon Fruit Farm in Patensie

A Weekend Amongst Dragons: Our Stay at a Dragon Fruit Farm in Patensie

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Every now and then, you stumble upon a hidden gem close to home—one of those places you add to your bucket list and say, “One day, I’ll go there!” For me, that place was the Dragon Fruit Farm in Patensie. Fast forward a few years, and my husband, Roger, tried to surprise me with a Valentine’s weekend getaway there. But let’s be honest—I’m like a detective when it comes to surprises. I sniffed this one out before he could even…

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Louvain Escapades: A Pit Stop to Remember!

Louvain Escapades: A Pit Stop to Remember!

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After a weekend packed with fun in Cape Town, it was time to head home. But why make a straight trip when you can throw in a little adventure, right? On our drive down, a sign for Louvain caught our eye, promising mountain biking, 4×4 trails, and accommodation for every taste. Originally, Knysna was in our plans, but the prospect of Louvain lured us like a siren’s song. “Let’s do something different,” we mused, and on Sunday, we found ourselves…

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