Events

Off road Overnight ride with BMWMCC Training Team 03 – 04 June 2023

The BMWMCC Training Team would like to invite all riders who have attended an off-road training day in the last 12 months, (but not limited to training attendees) to join us for an overnighter to Umshanti, on the Buffelsjagsriver near Swellendam.
The weekend’s goal is to give Level 1 & 2 riders a chance to enhance their skill set.

With the annual Sutherland winter ride around the corner, this is the perfect opportunity to get rid of that “kopwurm” and have some fun at the same time.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT WE CAN ONLY ACCOMMODATE 25 PEOPLE 

Booking and proof of payment will secure your place.

We will be riding in two groups, so as to allow for beginner and intermediate rider skills:

Level 1:

Riding this route will be relatively easy so that all levels of riders can enjoy the scenery with confidence.
This ride will allow you to sharpen your skills in a relaxed environment and is Pillion Friendly

Level 2:

Level Up!
This is going to be a faster pace over a longer distance and might include some surprises along the way.
Pillion Friendly (depending on rider and pillion’s experience)

What is included in the price:

– Trainers that will be available to assist with any questions.
– Backup vehicle and trailer
– Please take note that this will be shared accommodation of 3 to 4 people per room. We can accommodate 3 x couples in their own room with a double bed.
– Bread/Side dishes for Saturday night’s braai (bring own meat)
– Coffee/tea and rusks

Rider Costs:                                                                                  Pillion Cost:

Club Member: R950                                                                  Club Member: R550
Non-Member:  R1050                                                                Non-Member:  R650

Scroll down to select and book your ticket.

Club Members must log in to get discount price!

You will have two payment options EFT or Card via the club YOCO link.

For your own account:

– Fuel
– Snacks for Saturday, THERE WILL BE NO LUNCH VENUE STOP, PACK A LIGHT PICNIC LUNCH
– Beverages for Saturday night’s braai (there is no cash bar, please pack in your drinks for the evenings braai)
– Sunday morning breakfast at the Rolandale Farm Stall

Meeting Point

We will meet 07:45 at the BP Garage in Klapmuts (Just of the N1 on the R44)
Please make sure that your bikes are fueled and ready to go.

What to Bring:

– Warm blanket (just in case)
– Own Towel
– Something for the braai Saturday Night and own beverages.
– A good sense of humour.

Cancellations and refund policy:

If the BMWMCC cancels the ride for whatever they deem as a valid reason then a 100% refund will be paid back to you. There are no other conditions of refunds. In the event of you having to cancel your own participation in the tour, the responsibility is on you to find a replacement.

If you are not a member of BMWMCC and wish to join, please follow this link https://www.bmwclubs.africa/mrcap/membership-registration-mrcap/

Die Plaaskombuis breakfast ride

Join us on an early morning breakfast ride, bring your friends.
All makes of bikes are welcome on this all-tar ride.

Meet at Engen Pattekloof: 08H00 for 08H30 departure.

Sunday 4th June 2023

We will ride to Die Plaaskombuis which will take us approximately two hours and fifteen minutes covering 170 Km
Our route will take us via Klapmuts, Franschhoek, Villiersdorp and Caledon then along Hemel en Aarde Valley to the Restaurant.

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This will be an all-tar ride, friends and other makes of bikes all welcome.
Ride leader Geoff Russell 0828078130, breakfast will be is for your own cost
Please keep an eye on the club broadcast group for any weather-related updates.

BMWMCC:

Would you like to join our club and enjoy many more of these rides?
Go here and follow the prompts:https://www.bmwclubs.africa/mrcap/membership-registration-mrcap/

Die Plaaskombuis 

https://dieplaaskombuishermanus.co.za/

We are situated in the beautiful Hemel & Aarde Valley in South Africa’s Overberg. The farm Vrede is home to the finest wines, farm style dining, and genuine South African Hospitality. With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine and historic charm, Die Plaaskombuis is a great choice for people that love to relax in the countryside.

COPPER KETTLE BREAKFAST RIDE.

Please join us for an all-tar breakfast ride to Copper Kettle Restaurant in Somerset West. Smell the countryside air and marvel at the stunning views on route to a hearty breakfast with a Tea and Coffee station. http://www.copperkettle.co.za/

Meet at Engen Plattekloof: 08H00 for 08H30 departure. Ride briefing 08H20.

The ride will take us out on the N7 for a short hop before turning off onto the Old Malmesbury Rd and passing Zone 7 MotoX track. At Klipheuwel we turn onto Slent Rd and then head back down to Florida Farm Stall where we can have a quick leg stretch and comfort break. We’ll then head back down towards Fisantekraal, cross over the N1 and through Stellenbosch onto the Copper Kettle.

This is an approx. 2hr all-tar ride, 132kms in distance.
Members, friends, and non-members welcome.
All makes of bike’s welcome.

Scroll down to book your free Ticket for the Copper Kettle breakfast ride!

Our ride leader is Simon 076 632 8252; breakfast will be for your own cost.

Should you wish to become a member and enjoy other benefits https://www.bmwclubs.africa/mrcap/membership-registration-mrcap/

Please keep an eye on the club’s WA Broadcast group for any changes or updates 071 087 9940, thank you.

Menu 

Copper Kettle is your unpretentious fancy restaurant in the heart of Stellenbosch. What’s that supposed to mean, you ask?

Well, it’s simple, really. Our menu doesn’t need to pretend to be anything it’s not. It’s plenty fancy without the price tag of pretentious.

You see, you’re not going to find showy foams or shiny pearls or tiny bite-sized plates “for two” here. You’re going to find great, hearty food, responsibly sourced from local farmers who meet our exacting standards. High-quality ingredients lie at the heart of every meal we present (beautifully, we might add) and if it’s not fresh, it’s not on our plates.

Our premises are exactly what one would expect from a Stellenbosch establishment – exquisite. Simply perfect combination of trendy and traditional leaves you feeling sophisticated yet thoroughly at home. The grounds are…well, we’re not going to use words like ‘deeply nestled’ or ‘green hues’ or ‘rolling landscape’ but we could. Let’s just say that if you’re looking to immerse yourself in the Cape’s unique nature, our spot is the place to do it.

Sutherland Annual Winter overnight ride

Come and join us on this, the most popular Club Ride of the year.
The Annual Ride to Sutherland in the middle of Winter has for years been our most popular ride.
In its heyday prior to COVID we would have in excess of 100 people for this weekend ride to Sutherland. COVID sadly affected this ride over the past few years.

The Club offers a choice of 3 different ride groups.
1) Choice 1 is the “Roadies” all tar led by David ffoulkes.
2) Choice 2 is for the easy off-road riders led by Geoff Russell.
3) Choice 3 is for the more experienced off-road riders and is led by Carel vd Merwe.
If the numbers warrant it, we will add a 4th group.

You are invited to bring your partners and join us for another unforgettable weekend ride, then we will meet for dinner at the Sutherland Hotel. It is going to be a blast (of cold air).
The Club has block booked the entire Hotel for dinner as well as booking all of the available hotel accommodation.                  At a squeeze, the hotel can cater for 60 people for diner.
Those wanting to book their own accommodation in Sutherland (not at the Hotel) are more than welcome to do so.

If you wish to stay at the Sutherland Hotel please contact them directly, tell them you are from the BMW Club and make your booking on a B&B basis.
Sutherland Hotel contact numbers: 0235711096 or 0662238563 or email [email protected]
The Hotel has safe parking at the back. For more about the hotel https://sutherlandhotel.co.za/

Costs:

Accommodation (at the Hotel or in town) on a Bed and Breakfast basis is for your own expense.

Buffet Dinner at the Hotel including the backup vehicle, trailer, driver and ride leaders:

Members R395.00 PP Non-members R495.00 PP

Members will need to log in to the website

BOOK you place on this overnight ride by choosing your group and complete your purchase.

N.B. Pillions to book and pay separately for catering purposes!

The various meeting places and time for each group will be emailed to you depending from the group you select.