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All the event and racing news from the South African cycling scene.
Berge en Dale a dress rehearsal for SA champs
Many of the country’s leading cyclists will be heading to the 102km Bestmed Berge en Dale national classic on the West Rand in what could be a dress rehearsal for the national road championships. The 15th edition of the road race, which also sports a 55km component, will see around 5 000 riders assemble at […]
XTERRA Season kicks off at Buffelspoort Dam
The 2017 XTERRA Racing Season will kick off on a high note at the magnificent Buffelspoort Dam (North West Province) the weekend of 20 – 22 January 2017. Nicolette Griffioen in action on the mountain bike leg of the 2016 Fedhealth XTERRA Buffelspoort. Photo Credit: Tobias Ginsberg “We are excited to once again kick off […]
Entries open for 2017 Gravel & Grape
Entries are now open for the 2017 Gravel & Grape, the most rugged MTB experience in the Western Cape. The third annual Gravel & Grape MTB event is taking place from 5-7 May 2017. The event features two rides, the Gravel & Grape Extreme and the Gravel & Grape Adventure. Both routes have been crafted […]
Video: Dare to Dream Part 1 – Dare to believe
Who hasn’t dreamt of chasing a wild childhood dream? On Thursday, 05 January 2017, Stellenbosch local Martin Zietsman will be taking a life changing step in the pursuit of such a dream (well actually 2 dreams). As you read this, he has packed up and sold up his life in South Africa and is headed […]
Jenny Rissveds takes on the Absa Cape Epic
Jenny Rissveds took the mountain biking world by storm in 2016, announcing her arrival at the top end of the sport with some outstanding performances and then capping it all with the Olympic gold medal. Now the 22-year-old Swedish star is taking a step into the unknown and will be competing in the 2017 Absa […]
Anti-Doping Rule Violation: Tyronne White
Cycling South Africa reports that Tyronne White has been found guilty of an anti-doping rule violation after an in-competition test conducted on 30 April 2016 confirmed the presence of the Glucocorticoid, Dexamethasone. The SAIDS Independent Doping Hearing Panel imposed a period of ineligibility of 18 months, commencing on 14 December 2016. Mr. White is therefore […]
Video: Dawn Of The Dirt 2016
A weekend of jumps, enduro, whips, fires, and laughs are the story at Dawn Of The Dirt 2016. Justin Novella (with a few helping hands) built a fresh new line to accompany the original jumps from last year at the Garden Route Trail Park. We had some issues with the dirt at the last minute, […]
Bike Hub: 2016 Year in Review
With the year end just around the corner, it’s that time again when we look back at the year that was. We take a look at some numbers, trends, and standout performances on Bike Hub in 2016. The headline numbers, most read articles, the top contributors, most viewed and discussed topics… it’s all here and […]
Rush Sports appointed exclusive distributor of Santa Cruz Bicycles in Southern Africa
Rush Sports has been appointed the exclusive distributor of Santa Cruz Bicycles for Southern Africa from 1 January 2017. From left: Tom Larter, Global Sales Director, Mark Anolik, International Sales, Tim Lukko, International Sales Manager and Andre van Aarde, Managing Director Rush Sports at the Santa Cruz headquarters in California this week. Santa Cruz Bicycles […]
Ambitions (feat. Emily Batty) Ep. 9 – Season Finale
The final episode of Ambitions season one. Emily reflects on a long and successful race season while taking some time to unwind.
Mountain bike rentals, trails, Café, and outdoor activities on offer near Stellenbosch
Visit the Cape Winelands where you can get spoiled with outdoor activities, as the trails on offer near Stellenbosch will not disappoint. Dirtopia is known for mountain bike and trail run events, but can now offer everyone a bit of entertainment every day of the week. Dirtopia Trail Centre and Café is situated on Delvera […]
A first for women on the Madison track
Cycling South Africa’s Track Commission hosted the successful National Madison Championships at the Bellville Velodrome from Friday 16 to Sunday 18 December 2016. Celebrating a first for South African cycling, the Madison Championships were open to women for the first time after the UCI (International Cycling Union) hosted their very first Madison World Championship for […]