Toyota-Specialized makes a move on the Queen’s Stage of KAP sani2c
With a cool cloudy start to the day and a descent into the Umkomaas Valley without sun in their eyes, the top riders at KAP sani2c’s 92 km Queen’s Stage, focused on getting to the front of the bunch before the real challenge of making a break, either before or during the Iconic Climb at […]
Defending champions secure the stage win at KAP sani2c Race 2023
As is common on day one of the KAP sani2c, sprint finishes decided the top four places, with Marco Joubert and Wessel Botha of Imbuko {Type} Dev A (02:52:40) a mere 4.6 seconds ahead of Matt Beers and Tristan Nortje of Toyota-Specialized (02:52:45). The Imbuko {Type} Dev B team of Pieter du Toit and Franko […]
Escape into the Big Wide Open at Ride the Karoo
In just a few short months, the 11th edition of Ride The Karoo #Farmtrail 22-24 September 2023 and Ride The Karoo #Sheeptrail 29 September – 1 October 2023 kicks off with a Ring of the Bell and a 20km night ride underneath countless stars and fading silhouettes of mountains and koppies that will be part […]
Gearing Up for The Ultimate Race
The 36ONE MTB Challenge is unquestionably one of the toughest events on South Africa’s cycling calendar. Known as the Ultimate Race it circumnavigates the Klein Karoo, taking in 4 930 metres of climbing in 361 kilometres, between the 12th and the 14th of May this year. It does however also boast a half-distance option, measuring just […]
South Industries announce XCR Rims and Wheels
South Industries are proud to introduce our latest product, an ultralight Cross-Country rim and wheelset called the XCR (Cross Country Race). At just 310g per rim, with a 28mm inner rim diameter and a lifetime warranty, this new rim is 20% lighter than our previous generation cross country rim, the XC29. Having just won the […]
Join the Celebration of South African MTB Heritage at Lions Karoo to Coast
Heritage Day 2023, or Braai Day as it is more commonly known, coincides with the twenty third edition of the Lions Karoo to Coast mountain bike race; on Sunday, 24 September. Which is exceptionally fitting as the event is more than a mainstay of the South African cycling calendar. It is among the most iconic […]
Enter for Fedhealth Magalies Monster 2023
Entries are open for one of the North-West Province’s most revered one day MTB races, the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic that will return to the ATKV Buffelspoort on Saturday 03 June 2023. Consisting of a Marathon (+-65km), Half Marathon (+-35km), Fun Ride (16km) and a Kids Event (2.5km) that showcases the Magaliesberg’s most spectacular […]
Eyes on top prize money at KAP sani2c
KAP sani2c is known for its sizeable prize purse and 2023 is no exception, with R 550 000 up for grabs across the various categories. The top three men’s teams and the top three women’s teams will receive equal prize money, as well as the top three Young Guns men and women. While some of […]
The Specialized Epic WC wants to kill the hardtail
Press Release The Epic World Cup is a purpose-built machine; and its purpose is to win. We challenged ourselves to eschew the conventional understanding of what it takes to be the fastest and rose to that challenge with an unprecedented integrated system approach to chassis engineering, revolutionary shock design, and peerless ride dynamics. The result? […]
Garmin launch new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers
Advanced yet compact cycling computers add dynamic performance insights, advanced mapping capabilities, solar charging and more to help cyclists ride smarter and train harder. Garmin have announced the Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series, its latest GPS cycling computers that combine a wide array of performance-based training metrics – including one-of-a-kind, comprehensive coaching catered toward […]
Thule introduces Thule Caprock – the roof platform designed to support all adventures
The new roof platform Thule Caprock is built for heavy-duty use and versatility, allowing drivers to transport bulky cargo with ease. The rugged and stylish roof platform designed to support all your adventures The rugged and stylish roof platform is designed to support all your adventures and you’re able to transform the roof of your […]
Can Beers be beaten at KAP sani2c?
2023 Absa Cape Epic champion Matt Beers has a solid history with the KAP sani2c three-day stage race in KwaZulu-Natal. He has been on the podium every year that he has taken part since 2017, though he missed the 2020 and 2022 editions. After a second place in 2017 with Tim Hammond (Ryder RED E […]