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All the event and racing news from the South African cycling scene.
No Stellenbosch World Cup in 2019
The Absa Cape Epic announced today that it will not be hosting the opening leg of the UCI XCO World Cup Series again in 2019, but plans to present “bigger and better” versions in the following years. Credit: Andrew McFadden. Absa Cape Epic (managing director Michael Flinn) said: “After our initial and highly successful event […]
Pristine Overberg conditions expected for Staalwater MTB Challenge on Sunday
The Staalwater MTB Challenge offers four distances from The Caledon Casino, Hotel & Spa. With a 15km trail run distance on the same day, it gives the outdoor enthusiasts from all abilities and ages the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful area on August 19th Presented by Bike Hub, mountain bikers must not miss this riding […]
Alan Hatherly claims first U23 World Cup win in Canada
On Sunday, 12 August in Mont Sainte-Anne, Canada Team Spur’s Alan Hatherly controlled an explosive race in the U23 Men’s category to win his first-ever UCI XCO World Cup. Image Courtesy of Michal Cerveny The result in Canada, on “one of the hardest tracks on the [World Cup] circuit”, according to Hatherly, is the South […]
South African talent, Stefan de Bod signs for Team Dimension Data
Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka is delighted to announce that 21-year-old South African talent, Stefan de Bod has signed a 2-year deal with our African World Tour team. After 3 seasons with our Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka Continental squad, Stefan de Bod will step up into the World Tour team from January 1st, 2019. […]
Brave Schurter seals sixth title in Canada as Neff edges out Langvad
Nino Schurter suffered two mechanicals in the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup cross-country stop in Mont-Sainte-Anne, however, battled back for seventh spot to claim his sixth overall crown as Jolanda Neff excelled in the women’s race. Nino Schurter. Credit: Bartek Wolinski/Red Bull Content Pool. Swiss star Schurter came into the most gruelling race of the […]
Kreuziger signing a key addition for Team Dimension Data
Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka is delighted to announce that Roman Kreuziger has agreed a two-year contract from 1 January, 2019. The hugely impressive Czech (32) not only brings a wealth of experience to our team, highlighted by his stellar palmarès, but also a deep understanding that we ride for a greater purpose, the Qhubeka […]
Records Tumble at the 2018 Trans Baviaans Race
The 2018 Trans Baviaans Race, wrapped up with prize giving at the Fountains Mall on Sunday the 12th of August – but the racing action had concluded well over twelve hours earlier before the last light had faded over the Baviaanskloof. A consistent tail wind, smooth road conditions and a searing ride by DSV Pro […]
Stand by to enter the 2018 Coronation Double Century
Entries for South Africa’s favourite team road race, the Coronation Double Century, will kick off on Monday, 13 August 2018. This iconic event is now in its 26th year and entries are, much like the past few years, bound to sell out in minutes. Here’s what you need to know to avoid disappointment and endless […]
Rush Sports in agreement with Pon.Bike to distribute Cervélo and Focus bikes
Pon.Bike and Rush Sports announce a Strategic Marketing and Distribution Alliance effective from 1 August 2018 for the benefit of bicycle retailers and consumers in Southern Africa. Pon.Bike is the owner of a portfolio of leading global bike brands including Santa Cruz Bicycles, Cervelo and Focus. Michael Sommer, the Pon.Bike EMEA Sales Director commented: “Rush […]
Stacked elite field prepared to do battle at the Trans Baviaans Race
On Saturday the 11th of August just over 1 250 riders will line up for the Trans Baviaans Race, in the 15th edition of the toughest team single stage MTB race in the world. Headlining the field are past champions, members of the South African team to the World Marathon Championships and the newly crowned […]
Trans Baviaans founder makes his debut in 15th edition
Wikus van der Walt – the founder of EcoBound Mountain Events, the organisers of the iconic To Hell and Back and Trans Baviaans mountain bike races – will be making his Trans Baviaans debut in the 15th edition of the famous ultra-endurance race, when he rides the Repeat on the 18th of August. To make […]
The Klipberg Enduro: Pack your Dingleberrys
“There used to be this really awesome place that my girlfriend and I used to ride, that no one knew about…” That was the suggestion I got when I asked my girlfriend Jo for a nice idea on how to start this article. But seriously, I would like to tell you about The Klipberg Enduro […]