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Road safety a priority for learners at Amashova Bike Park

KwaZulu-Natal’s biggest road cycle challenge celebrated another milestone in their commitment to the local communities on the route of the race at the official opening of their second Amashova Road Safety Bike Park at the George Cato Primary School in Cato Ridge, KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday 1 October. The launch date coincides with the beginning of […]

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FNB W2W race attracts an elite women’s field

The 7th annual FNB Wines2Whales (W2W) Mountain Bike (MTB) Race will see a stellar field of elite female competitors toe the line at the majestic Lourensford Wine Estate (Somerset West) on Friday, 06 November 2015. Top names will include Ariane Kleinhans and Candice Neethling as well as Jennie Stenehag and Robyn De Groot. Jennie Stenehag […]

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Last call for Satellite Classic entries

Entries for the ever-popular Bestmed Satellite Classic close at midnight on Tuesday. The event is set to roll along the best cycling roads around Hartbeespoort Dam and the Magaliesberg area on October 17. The Bestmed Satellite Classic, presented by ASG, is set to roll along the picturesque roads around Hartbeespoort Dam on October 17. Photo: […]

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Hatrick for Menlopark at Spur Schools MTB finals

Menlopark High School dominated the 2015 Spur Schools Mountain Bike League finals winning the boys, girls and mixed team trophies. Deon Steyn getting ready to start the sub-junior boys race at the Spur Schools MTB League Finals. A field of 400 mountain bike riders representing 40 schools from across South Africa as well as a […]

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New Nissan TrailSeeker winners crowned at Hakahana

Round 4 of the Nissan TrailSeeker Series Gauteng saw fresh faces on the top of the podiums at the weekend with SCOTT Factory Racing LCB’s Phil Buys and Arno du Toit racing to a tied win in the men’s event and Theresa Ralph (RBS) claiming the women’s title. It was the first time they’d won […]

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SA BMX Nationals another step towards Rio 2016

The South African BMX Commission’s High Performance coach Jonathan Chislett believes the upcoming South African National BMX Championships at Alrode BMX Club in Alberton, Gauteng on Sunday, 11 October will be a first key step in local riders’ quest to secure 2016 Olympic Games qualification. Despite much of his charges’ focus already being on next […]

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Win Wines2Whales entries with Food Lover’s Market

If you’re up for a challenge, Food Lover’s Market have got three entries up for grabs plus plenty of awesome spot prizes for just participating! Food Lover’s Market is the official food sponsor of the FNB Wines2Whales. Not only will we be making sure that all the riders are fuelled up on the most delicious […]

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Richie Rude and Tracy Moseley are the 2015 Enduro World Series Champions

The final round of the Enduro World Series was a suitably dramatic ending to a season that encompassed eight rounds across eight countries and three continents.On the shores of the Mediterranean in Finale’s famous town square, Richie Rude and Tracy Moseley were named as the 2015 Enduro World Champions. And it was in the same […]

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Tour de Eurometropole #5: Theo Bos sprints into the top 10

The Tour de Eurometropole reached its conclusion today after another mass sprint which was won by Jonas Ahlstrand (Cofidis). Sondre Holst Enger (IAM Cycling) was 2nd and Raymond Kreder (Roompot) took 3rd place. Alexis Gougeard (AG2R La Mondiale) won the race overall. Jayde Julius our young trainee had another good day as he found himself […]

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Tour de Eurometropole #3: Theo Bos feels good sensations again

Jonas van Genecheten (IAM Cycling) won the 2nd stage of the Tour de Eurometropole today after another mass sprint finish. Jurgen Roelandts (Lotto-Soudal) finished in 2nd and Louis Verhelst (Cofidis) was 3rd. The day’s proceedings were characterised by a 6 rider break that were able to enjoy a maximum lead of 4’15”. The peloton seemed […]

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Gran Piemonte: Kristian Sbaragli takes 8th on rain soaked roads

The Gran Piemonte took place over a circular 185km route in Italy today with Jan Bakelants (AG2R La Mondiale) taking the win after outwitting the sprinters with a late attack. Matteo Trentin (Etixx-Quickstep) was 2nd and Sonny Colbrelli (Bardiani-CSF) was 3rd. For the first time in a while at an Italian one day race, an […]

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USN joins Absa Cape Epic sponsor family

Renowned sports supplement company USN has joined the Absa Cape Epic as its official sports nutrition partner. The multinational company with South African roots will be a headline sponsor, Absa Cape Epic Chief Executive Officer Lynn Naudé announced today. USN is known globally for partnering with top sporting teams, individuals and events. Said Naude, “We […]