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FNB new title sponsor of Magalies Monster MTB Classic

By BikeHubCoreAdmin · 53 comments

Known as one of South Africa’s toughest mountain biking (MTB) events, the organisers of the Magalies Monster MTB Classic presented by ISUZU are extremely proud to welcome FNB as the official title sponsor of this much talked about event.

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“FNB is proud to be the title sponsor of one of the leading sporting events in the North West Province. The sponsorship of the FNB Magalies Monster Mountain Bike Classic is a continuation of our commitment to supporting sports that have a potential to grow and mountain biking is quickly becoming a popular sporting code in South Africa. The support of mountain biking is aligned to our belief that adventure is the heart of innovation and this is one of many platforms on which we seek to make a lasting connection with new and existing clients. We would like to encourage all participants to enjoy the race as well as the beautiful landscape of the North West Province along the chosen routes,” said Michael Vacy-Lyle, CEO: FNB Commercial Banking.

EVENT INFORMATION:

DATE: Saturday, 24 May 2014

VENUE: ATKV Buffelspoort (North West Province)

DISTANCE, COST & START: 82km / 08h00

43km / 08h30

20km / 09h00

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For more information on the action packed FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic presented by ISUZU

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Comments

Waynehans
Waynehans

Jan 17, 2014, 9:03 AM

anybody know what the total ascent for this race is? - ok , website has it at 1750m....not too bad, are the climbs singletrack, jeep track, smooth, rocky ?

 

biggest climb was about 550m and total of 1500m ±

Richard29
Richard29

Jan 17, 2014, 9:07 AM

anybody know what the total ascent for this race is? - ok , website has it at 1750m....not too bad, are the climbs singletrack, jeep track, smooth, rocky ?

 

rocks, sand, smooth, a little bit of jeep track in the beginning,

 

you got to be mentally prepared for this one, climbing the monster is tough, and then coming down the side of the mountain before breeds nice and rocky

 

good race overall.....this one hurt me

Honkdonk
Honkdonk

Jan 17, 2014, 9:34 AM

A tough one this. Lost my sense of humor towards the end. There was one last descent that was just silly. I caught up to the 40km riders and there was no way between them and the niggling cramps that i was going to ride down it, plus you could hear the sounds of the finish and just as you thought you were finished there was a last sting in the tail.

Fingers got cramps in them from holding onto the brakes going down some of the rocky sections. Almost lost the fillings in my teeth from all the rattling - and I ride a dual..

Just sneaked in on 5 hours. Did the 40k the year before and came 11th. The 2 distances don't compare

The monster is a tough climb, but not the worst, its just looooong. There was one climb towards the end that had a fine assed lady I was following uttering some choice words.

Rode Breedts Nek in December and stopped to appreciate the views and get a better feel of that part of the route.

 

Nice cold beer and vibes afterwards in the beer tent

 

Hint: Stay at Sparkling Waters for the weekend.

Waynehans
Waynehans

Jan 17, 2014, 9:43 AM

A tough one this. Lost my sense of humor towards the end. There was one last descent that was just silly. I caught up to the 40km riders and there was no way between them and the niggling cramps that i was going to ride down it, plus you could hear the sounds of the finish and just as you thought you were finished there was a last sting in the tail.

 

I also hated the end. Lovely sounds of the finish line, but not to be, ride away from the finish just to make u mad!!!! LOL

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