As far as the lumpy bits go Mavis Bank tends to focus the mind.
Seasoned Polar Bears will wisely caution that the Border Road from the Mavis Top Check Point to the Tiffindell road is a decidedly lumpy section not to be taken lightly. Usually aggravated by the ankle twisting track and a brisk (read very chilly!) headwind coming off the Ben MacDhui snowfields.
There are also a few lumps craftily placed in the Carlislehoek valley to keep everyone honest.
The last conversation stopper is only a 2m climb and a mere 300m from the Finish. However, that 2m lump as you pass the Police Station before you reach the home straight is one which has caused many to pause and admire the hillside in front before continuing to the Finish.
That final lump pause
Images: Johan van Staden (Snowflake 865)
