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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2012 8:28:59 GMT 2
As it was our anniversary, we decided to go to the Drakensburg for the weekend. Since we were so close to Sani Pass,it didn't take much convincing that taking a leisurely drive up to Lesotho,would be the best way to spend our Sunday. Hope you enjoy the pics: Parked outside Sani Lodge, where we stayed It was -5 overnight As close as you will get to a Niva's only sign on a public road Still a long way to go Frozen River This was the condition of the road most of the way up This and the next corner were the worst. You are driving uphill round a hairpin bend.When you put a layer of ice over the road, it becomes dangerous. The Subaru in front of me executed a full 360 degree turn as he lost all traction and slid back down the hill. It also took me two attempts to get round, as the first time I picked the wrong line and slid backwards. There is nothing scarier than sliding uncontrollably towards a huge drop off. Welcome to Lesotho Its a lonely place to be if you don't have a Niva The only snow we got to see the whole weekend, was on the highest mountain peaks in Lesotho The altitude took its toll on the Niva, as she was tuned for driving at sea level. I had to raise the idle as a temporary fix to stop her stalling. It doesn't matter what road you are on, there is always a taxi that stops randomly in front of you It was good to be back in SA.
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Post by spikes on Jul 30, 2012 8:40:25 GMT 2
Great way to celebrate your anniversary!!
Thanks for sharing the pictures on the forum as well
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2012 9:11:49 GMT 2
Thanks spikes. Somehow I forgot the most important photo though, the view from the top!
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Post by dimitris on Jul 30, 2012 9:27:22 GMT 2
SUPER!!!!!......bravo Conrad.
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Post by Charles on Jul 30, 2012 13:37:43 GMT 2
Very nice pics. Looks like great fun.
Charles
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Post by Citfield on Jul 30, 2012 13:55:36 GMT 2
I would like to plan a trip there also, looks beautiful.
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Post by butasteve on Jul 30, 2012 15:15:25 GMT 2
Hi Conrad
Thanks for sharing the beautiful Pics.
Regards Stephen
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Post by Roons on Jul 30, 2012 15:25:31 GMT 2
Conrad. Its so good to see people using thear ladas for thear intended use. Great pics!
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Post by ronnie on Jul 30, 2012 17:36:19 GMT 2
I would like to plan a trip there also, looks beautiful. I would also like to do a trip there but it is now too late Ronnie
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Post by zet on Jul 30, 2012 19:54:53 GMT 2
Wow Beautyfull pics. Thank you
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Post by Citfield on Jul 30, 2012 20:21:51 GMT 2
Ronnie you can always come and visit us in SA, buy a Lada, they are very cheap and we all go and ride the pass.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2012 21:18:58 GMT 2
Thanks for the kind comments guys.
Ronnie we are just a plane ride away. You just need to tell us when you're coming and I'm sure we will be able to arrange to have a niva waiting at the airport for you.
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Post by ronnie on Jul 30, 2012 21:50:57 GMT 2
Thank you both for the offers to come visit but as I only left there a few months ago I don`t think I will be back soon.
Ronnie
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2012 22:08:01 GMT 2
It doesn't hurt to try
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