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Tour Durban continues to assist the Domino Foundation
Following another successful edition of the aQuellé Tour Durban in 2016, the race recently handed over a cheque for R30 000 to The Domino Foundation – the race’s major benefactor – who continue to do great work in helping the underprivileged in and around Durban. Recently Mike Lewis (right) of Club Cappuccino, organisers of the […]
Mixed bag of emotions for SA’s BMX and MTB Olympians
As the Rio 2016 Olympic Games curtain drew to a close, cyclists Kyle Dodd (BMX), James Reid and Alan Hatherly (both MTB) reflected on the jubilation, the pain and experiences of a lifetime. “It was probably one of the best experiences of my life,” said South African National BMX Champion, Kyle Dodd. “Just going to […]
Nissan Trailseeker Series gets exciting new venue
Guateng mountain bikers are in for a treat at Saturday’s third round of the 2016 Nissan TrailSeeker Series, which will be held at Legends MX adventure centre east of Pretoria. This is the first time a Nissan TrailSeeker event will be held at Legends MX and it forms part of the venue’s plans to open […]
Variety on offer at Silverstar MTB Challenge
Floating bridges, single-track and a few technical challenges lie in wait for riders when the Land Rover West Rand Silverstar MTB Challenge takes place on September 10. With races covering distances of 20km and 40km, there will be something for everyone and route director Darren Herbst, of ASG Events, believed competitors could look forward to […]
Video: Chris Akrigg – Retro All Terrain Biking
Old but new but old but new video…..
Entries are open for 2016 Mangaung Cycle Tour
Entries have opened for Bloemfontein’s biggest funride, the PPA Mangaung Cycle Tour. As in the past, this iconic Free State event will be a Premier Seeding Series event for the 2017 Cape Town Cycle Tour. The 2016 PPA Mangaung Cycle Tour takes place in Bloemfontein on Sunday 30 October. “The event should serve as a […]
Varsity MTB track promises rare opportunity to ride exclusive routes
In an event aimed at camaraderie between both young riders and old-timers it is fitting that the two Varsity MTB Challenge stages are a reflection of the riders that will grace them. One, a mature, established trail, the other a brand new, young, unknown and exciting one. Varsity MTB Challenge, sponsored by FNB, takes place […]
Special focus on Untamed African MTB race’s development category and charities
The Absa Cape Epic is taking steps to boost its development rider category to help nurture future mountain bike champions. Epic Challenge: Exxaro’s Mellis Walker with Justice Makhale, a former professional rider who is now the Exxaro MTB Academy team mentor. Photo credit: Mark Sampson. In addition to the teams fielded by the Exxaro MTB […]
Suzuki Nine Knights MTB 2016 riders and course revealed
Featuring a load of fearless riders on a course built for progression, the Suzuki Nine Knights MTB gears up for a week of dust, sweat and crazy footage. The tailor-made course, combining freeride and dirt jump elements, is taking shape at the new location in Reschenpass in South Tyrol, Italy. Culminating on the public contest […]
Southern Berg adventures Spring into action this September
Spring Day this year will trigger the start of an off-road adventure frenzy in the Southern Drakensberg as a brace of major off-road adventure events breeze through the region in the second half of September 2016. The magnificent Southern Drakensberg region is set to be transformed into a frenzy of adventure activity this September as […]
Six Spur Schools MTB League races this weekend
The Spur Schools Mountain Bike League is gaining momentum as riders across South Africa are giving it their all to qualify for the 2016 National Finals in Magaliesburg in October. On Saturday, 27 August keen mountain bike riders in six provinces will have another opportunity to generate points to secure their spot on the team […]
MTB Olympian Hatherly eager for first race back on home soil
South African Mountain bike Olympian Alan Hatherly has recently returned from the 2016 Rio Olympic Games in Brazil and will be heading to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands to tackle the 2016 edition of the Mandela Day Marathon MTB Dash on Saturday 27 August. Entries for the event are open, and close at midnight tonight (Wednesday 24 […]