Active Hobo

David Jenkins
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The Active Hobo is a community of storytellers on a mission to make meaning. We’re rooted in Westlake, Cape Town—part café, part studio, all heart. Drop by for a great flat white, stay to enjoy our shows, or book a session to capture your own story.

  1. قبل ١٥ ساعة

    Carol Boyes: The Untold Story Behind Cape Town Cycle Tour’s Iconic Trophy

    The Cape Town Cycle Tour trophy isn’t “just a trophy.” It’s a handcrafted piece of design history — built from emotion, legacy, and obsessive attention to detail. In this episode of the Active Hobo, we sit down with **Michelé** (PR + events, 19 years at Carol Boyes) and **Madi** (Head of Product, 20 years in design) to unpack the story behind some of South Africa’s most iconic event trophies — including the Cape Town Cycle Tour and Cape Town Double Century (DC) trophies. You’ll hear how the Cycle Tour trophy started with a simple brief — Cape Town’s natural beauty and Table Mountain — and turned into a layered, laser-cut stainless-steel artwork that’s remained iconic since 2013. We also get into how design teams translate a “wish list” into a final object, why small details matter more than people think, and why the process can take 12–18 months from concept to reveal. Then we go deeper into the DC trophy — the climbs, the teamwork, the farms on the route — and the meaning hidden in the layers. Finally, we touch the powerful Carol Boyes Legacy Trophy, created to honour Carol’s spirit and awarded to a team that embodied courage and purpose beyond performance. If you love cycling, design, or South African stories that deserve more spotlight — this one will change how you see trophies forever. Subscribe for more story-driven conversations where the real meaning is in the details. — 0:00 Intro: Stories matter + trophies behind the scenes 0:22 Meet Madi & Michelé (Carol Boyes) 4:52 Why Cycle Tour needed a new trophy 6:41 The brief: Cape Town beauty + Table Mountain 11:47 From sketches to laser-cut stainless steel layers 13:05 Timeline: why it can take 12–18 months 15:53 Build challenges + finishing details 29:22 DC & the Carol Boyes team connection 38:22 DC trophy story: farms, climbs & route symbolism 39:08 DC trophy story: teamwork + “little men” details 53:33 Cape Town Marathon trophy mention 56:03 The Carol Boyes Legacy Trophy explained 59:34 The moment it clicked: the tandem/blind teammate story 1:01:24 Closing: what legacy really means

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  2. قبل ٦ أيام

    From “Is This Worth It?” to Sold-Out Events — Shaun Glover’s Red Cherry Story

    Shaun Glover (Red Cherry Events) breaks down the reality behind South African cycling events—what it took to survive COVID, rebuild a team, and claw back from the edge when income stopped for 18 months. We talk event economics (cashflow, liabilities, debt), why sponsors are essential for world-class events, and the hidden workload of delivering real ROI for corporate partners. Shaun also shares how relationships and consistency turned “friends, fools and family” attendance into real momentum—plus a behind-the-scenes look at what makes M&G Investments more than a sponsor through genuine community impact. Then we zoom out into the bigger picture: why virality fades, why long-term brand building wins, and why riders should support the brands that keep the sport alive. To close, Shaun runs through standout upcoming events (including PE Platinum, Forest Boogie, Tour de Addo, Weekend Warrior, and Grab Jura), and we geek out on the Orbea Epic bike tech (Flight Attendant + Transmission) before touching on Cape Epic riding for charity and the “Give and Gain” mission. If you love cycling, events, business, or building something that lasts—this one’s for you. 0:00 Intro + Shaun Glover joins 0:33 Shaun’s origin story: family business → events 1:45 COVID: 18 months of zero income & survival mode 10:18 Event cashflow reality: liabilities, debt & clawing back 19:21 Why events need sponsors (and what they really pay for) 25:48 The hidden cost of sponsorship: relationships & delivery 30:29 M&G Investments: ‘More than a sponsor’ partnership story 34:46 Why consistency beats virality (marketing & brand building) 38:59 Support the brands that support your sport 41:55 Weekend Warrior: from 54 riders to a 3-year headline deal 55:25 Upcoming events: PE Platinum, Forest Boogie, Tour de Addo… 1:06:14 Orbea Epic bike: Flight Attendant + dream tech breakdown 1:12:40 Cape Epic for charity: riding for kids & ‘Give and Gain’ 1:15:36 Wrap-up + where to find Red Cherry events

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  3. ١٩ فبراير

    Ceder Gravel Race, Ride for Sight, Chappies Tuesday Froth by Sarah Hill & Cam Roach | Ep 6

    This week on The Breakaway we get stuck into the Tour of Oman drama and why Astana’s 1–2 felt like a real “we’re back” statement — plus where Adam Yates landed and what it means when early-season racing turns chaotic with weather and tactics. ¹ ² Then we bring it home: the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight and the Herald Cycle Tour — what stood out, who showed depth, and why the SA calendar is quietly producing seriously strong racing (men and women). ³ ⁴ From there we go full gravel/MTB brain: UCI Gravel World Series – The Cedar recap, the moves that mattered, and why certain “big race” dates can clash hard with training blocks (Tankwa / Epic prep). ⁵ ⁶ And if you’re counting down to Cape Epic, this is the practical section you don’t want to skip: tires, tire pressure, and the small mistakes that become massive time losses over a long week — plus what most amateurs get wrong when they chase “light and fast” setups. We also talk Tuesday Chappies chaos (how it works, who’s there, and why it’s such a good midweek test), and we preview the In Buku / Big 5 MTB Challenge in Wellington as an Epic-style reality check. Finally: a quick nod to the Peninsula Marathon and why we’re going to give the running side more love after Cycle Tour + Epic. ---- Footnotes / sources 1. Tour of Oman official rankings (GC after Stage 5): https://www.tour-of-oman.com/en/rankings  2. ProCyclingStats GC result page (Tour of Oman 2026): https://www.procyclingstats.com/race/tour-of-oman/2026/gc/result/result  3. Dis-Chem Ride for Sight coverage (Lucy Young winner): https://www.citizen.co.za/boksburg-advertiser/news-headlines/2026/02/16/young-races-to-first-ride-for-sight-title/  4. Herald Cycle Tour results recap (Tyler Lange win; Ryan Gibbons 3rd): https://heraldcycletour.co.za/news/2026/2/17/lange-powers-to-first-herald-cycle-tour-victory-in-thrilling-sprint-finish  5. UCI Gravel World Series recap: “The Ceder” (Colombo & Preen): https://ucigravelworldseries.com/en/colombo-and-preen-conquer-the-ceder/  6. Cyclingnews race report: The Ceder winners + key race dynamics: https://www.cyclingnews.com/category/womens-cycling/uci-gravel-world-series-hayley-preen-attacks-on-uitkyk-pass-to-claim-win-at-the-cedar-while-filippo-colombo-scores-maiden-gravel-victory/  7. Imbuko Big 5 MTB Challenge official site (21 Feb 2026 + 3000m/80km): https://imbukobigfivemtbchallenge.co.za/  --- 00:00 Intro music 00:03 Cam & Sarah take the hot seats + “Tap Out Tuesday” banter 01:52 Tour of Oman: weather chaos, Astana 1–2, Adam Yates 3rd 04:08 UCI points explained: why teams race full gas early 06:37 Dis-Chem Ride for Sight: wind/rain racing realities 10:55 Herald Cycle Tour: SA depth + women’s racing growth 14:47 The Ceder (UCI Gravel World Series): key moves + Colombo wins + Preen 21:36 The Ceder timing debate: Tankwa / Imbuko / Epic clashes 28:08 Cape Epic prep: small mistakes get punished (nutrition, pacing, saving tires) 32:14 Tires: why “light & fast” can cost you 38:07 Tire pressure: too hard vs too soft (grip, comfort, rim risk) 44:23 Tuesday Chappies battles: who’s there + how to join 46:06 Imbuko Big 5 MTB Challenge: perfect Epic-style test day 58:48 Bonus clip: Mark & Felix recap The Ceder + MTB vs gravel bike take 1:01:21 Running: Peninsula Marathon mention + more running focus coming 1:02:55 Viewer callout + questions + outro

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  4. ١٧ فبراير

    The CIOVITA Story: How Andrew Gold Turned “Life in Motion” Into a Global Movement

    Andrew Gold is the co-founder of CIOVITA—a Cape Town–built cycling apparel brand engineered with a global mindset and a deep respect for craft. With a background in product development and garment manufacturing, Andrew didn’t enter cycling kit as a “logo-on-a-shirt” play. He built it as a long-term, say-it-and-prove-it brand—where comfort claims are backed by obsessive iteration, materials sourcing, and serious R&D.  From day one, the vision wasn’t only South Africa—it was global relevance, built from a home base in Woodstock, Cape Town. Today, the company runs a substantial local operation (including a Woodstock facility employing around 230 people) and has been expanding internationally through community-first touchpoints like store concepts and weekly rides—most notably in places like Amsterdam—while also pushing growth into markets like Australia.  What makes Andrew compelling is that he’s not selling “hype.” He’s selling standards—the kind you only learn when you’ve lived inside manufacturing, managed teams, and watched small errors become expensive problems at scale. CIOVITA’s edge is end-to-end control: design, prototyping, production capability, and a customer experience designed to feel seamless. That same philosophy shows up in the brand’s culture: curated retail experiences, a strong ambassador community, and real-world connection through rides that break down barriers and build belonging.  If you care about cycling, entrepreneurship, or what it actually takes to build premium product from Africa to the world—Andrew’s story is a masterclass in doing it with conviction.

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  5. ٤ فبراير

    He’s 17 and Racing Elites—Now He’s Heading to Italy for a Trial

    A South African junior cyclist is chasing a European breakthrough — and the biggest hurdle isn’t talent. It’s access. In this episode of Active Hobo, Faraz Khatieb shares his origin story: how his dad and brother pulled him into cycling, how his father became his coach and mechanic, and why racing in Europe is a completely different game. Faraz is leaving **26 February** for an **Italy-based trial** with a European team — with Belgium racing on the cards — and he’s doing everything he can to turn a one-month opportunity into a full-season contract. You’ll also hear the real behind-the-scenes reality young riders face: the costs of joining teams, the pressure to perform with limited support, and how community fundraising can make (or break) the dream. What you’ll hear in this episode: - How Faraz got into road cycling (and why he had to “wait his turn”) - Dad-as-coach: training structure, recovery days, and race prep - Why Europe racing demands race craft, nerve, and positioning—not just fitness - The sponsorship problem: how talented riders get stuck behind paywalls - The fundraising push to make the Italy trial possible

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  6. ٢٦ يناير

    Dan Loubser

    Active Hobo

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  7. ٢٢ يناير

    Wearable Cycling Airbag + A Doping Shock in Running | The Breakaway EP2

    Cycling airbag tech is no longer sci-fi. In Episode 2 of The Breakaway, the guys unpack the “Aero Bag” — a wearable airbag integrated into bibs that pro teams are already testing — and ask the real question: is this the biggest safety leap since helmets, or a false-deployment disaster waiting to happen? Then the conversation pivots to a running doping provisional suspension and why headlines can poison a sport’s credibility long before the facts are clear. From there, it’s a full “Peloton Bulletin” week: Tour Down Under reactions (including the women’s race format debate), Western Cape & Gauteng champs talk (plus road-closure frustrations), and the kind of race calendar that makes January feel like mid-season. The most serious moment lands hard: a story of a cyclist killed by a drunk driver, and a call for the active community to mobilize—because outrage without action changes nothing. SHOWNOTES: # Western Province Champs (results) https://www.wpcycling.com/results/2026-western-cape-road-champs/ # Gauteng Champs (best public references found) https://gautengcycling.org/disciplines/road-cycling/ https:contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}ional-race/provincial-cycling-champs/2026/result # Attakwas Extreme (results) https://www.sportsplits.com/r :contentReference[oaicite:33]{index=33}ps://www.atta.co.za/ # Let’s Ride (cycling community / safety) https://www.instagram.com/letsride_cpt/ # Aerobag (wearable airbag for pro cycli:contentReference[oaicite:34]{index=34}news/aerobag-airbag-for-cyclists https://www.domestiquecycling.com/en/news/picnic-postnl-set-for-2026-primeur-with-wearable-airbag-trial/ https://www.domestiq :contentReference[oaicite:35]{index=35}he-aerobag-how-picnic-postnl-are-developing-cyclings-next-safety-breakthrough/ # Running doping allegation (Albert Korir – AIU official list) https://www.athleticsintegrity.org/disciplinary-process/provisional-suspensions-in-force https://www.barrons.com/news/kenya-s-ny-marathon-champ-albert-korir-gets-drug-suspension-c4592845 # Women’s Tour Down Under (women’s stages) https://tourdownunder.com.au/race/womens/stages https://tourdownunder.com.au/race/stages # Bay to Bay 30km (results) https://live.ultimate.dk/mobile/front/?eventid=7322 https://runningcalendar.co.za/events/bay-to-bay # 100km sub-6 (Chasing 100) https://www.irunfar.com/sibusiso-kubheka-breaks-6-hours-for-100k-chasing-100-2025 https://www.thenewsmarket.com/news/speed-without-limits--sibusiso-kubheka-breaks-the-6-hour-barrier-in-100km-chase--powered-by-latest-i/s/bf8d3d51-3fa1-4ee4-8afc-1eb5333a970d # Camps Bay cyclist Idries Sheriff (coverage) https://www.ewn.co.za/2025/12/18/anger-as-driver-accused-in-fatal-camps-bay-cycling-crash-granted-r15-000-bail https://www.capetownetc.com/news/tragic-accident-claims-life-of-cyclist-on-victoria-road-near-glen-beach/ # Scicon bike travel bag (road) https://za.sciconsports.com/products/aerocomfort-3-0-road-bike-travel-bag-tp053105013 # Factor ONE https://factorbikes.com/bikes/one # Winelands Cycle Race https://winelandscyclerace.co.za/ # Old Mutual Wealth Double Century (save the date) https://doublecentury.co.za/ # Van Rysel FTP² concept / shoes https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2026-van-rysel-ftp2-concept-bike https://www.cyclingnews.com/bikes/road/wireless-shoes-and-a-playstation-cockpit-van-rysel-has-just-launched-the-maddest-bike-of-2026-and-were-only-two-weeks-in/ --- 0:00 Welcome + what’s coming in Ep2 1:46 The “Aero Bag” cycling airbag: what it is + who’s testing it 7:35 False deployments, heat, and “should it be mandatory?” 11:26 Running doping allegation: credibility, media, and transparency 21:24 Peloton Bulletin: Tour Down Under + women’s race length debate 24:38 SA champs talk: Western Cape & Gauteng + road safety concerns 29:49 Atukwos: brutal climbing day + racing calendar overload 30:58 30K race talk + insane pacing perspective 33:55 Idris story: why this must be a turning point 38:14 Ride in support + how to show up as the active community 41:16 Community news: guests, sponsor gear, bike bag program 45:19 Joburg trip: Factor One ride/review teaser 45:44 Monthly marathon + upcoming races (Winelands, DC chat) 47:44 Next week teaser: Van Rysel/Decathlon tech thread 48:43 Closing: “Stories matter” invitation

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  8. ١٩ يناير

    Byron Munton | Living and Racing in Europe, Chappies KOM

    Support Jessie’s recovery: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/jessie-munton-5834745534688430810 https://www.gofundme.com/f/rallying-for-jess-recovery-from-tragic-accident/cl/s?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US Byron Munton is the kind of rider who can chase a Cape Town Strava KOM in the morning… and still talk like a student of the sport at night. In this episode, Byron breaks down the exact moments that separate “strong” from “pro”: pacing a full-gas effort (including a Trapeze KOM attempt that came within seconds of a milestone), learning how European racing really works, and what it takes to keep your head steady when the pressure spikes. He’s also stepping into a new chapter with Modern Adventure Pro Cycling—George Hincapie’s new UCI ProTeam project (debuting in 2026) with big European ambitions. Byron’s recent results back it up too: a stage win and 3rd overall at the 2025 Tour of Portugal. But the real weight of this conversation is what happens off the bike. Byron speaks about his sister Jessie—hit by a driver while training in January 2024, leaving her in a coma, and the ongoing reality their family has had to face since then. What you’ll hear in this episode: - How pros think about pacing, risk, and recovery (when it matters most) - The mental game of racing in Europe (and why “fitness” isn’t the whole story) - The truth about chasing big goals while carrying real-life pain - Why cycling safety isn’t a debate—it’s a responsibility If this episode resonates, subscribe for more honest conversations with riders shaping the next era of South African cycling. Share it with a friend who needs a spark—and drop your biggest takeaway in the comments.

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