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Hollard Juma 2015: bigger, better and more badass than ever!

By Press Office · 90 comments

Take the Hollard Jozi Urban Mountain Bike Adventure to the next level in 2015? CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!

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We are excited to announce that the second Hollard Jozi Urban Mountain Bike Adventure, taking place on the 6h September 2015 in Johannesburg, is now open for entries. Partnering with City Parks and Joburg Zoo, the Hollard JUMA is back and better than ever!

Taking into account all of the feedback received in respect of the 2014 event, the Hollard JUMA team has put major changes into action for 2015. This year riders can look forward to a tougher 54km, with fewer bottlenecks, less congestion (and more water stops!). The batches will now be SAS seeded with 10min between batches. The 54km route will run along the same route as last year but riders can expect a number of improvements (think rubberized ramps), fewer road crossings and fresh new challenges! Most importantly, the 54km & 22km routes will be different this year.

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For first time riders, teens and more laid back riders the 22km will be completely separate and way less technical. Don’t be fooled though – while the 22km will definitely be more suited to first timers, it will still offer an excellent introduction to Johannesburg’s urban mountain biking potential.

If the challenge of conquering the mighty City of Johannesburg isn’t enough this year even more amazing prizes, to the total value of over R200 000, will be up for grabs!

The Hollard JUMA is a race for all kinds of riders, from professionals to weekend warriors & newbies and novices. Along with the Elite Categories there will be a variety of entry categories for those of a more creative inclination.

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Not hitting the saddle and keen to support? Marks Park will be alive with activities for the whole family with exciting food stalls, a beer garden and the SAB “Gig Rig” music truck. Follow all the latest news and announcements via Social Media by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urbanMTB or on Twitter @JUMAMTB

Entries open on the 7th May 2015, to enter visit www.juma.co.za. Entry fees are R399 for the 54km and R299 for the 22km. A whole new year, a whole new challenge! Enter NOW!

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Comments

Andrew Steer
Andrew Steer

May 12, 2015, 7:18 AM

Will be there

 

Nearly bliksemed down hard a couple of times but that happens to me on every mtb ride

 

I was really, really, really looking forward to this... but unfortunately "something" has come up  :blush:

ChUkKy
ChUkKy

May 12, 2015, 7:24 AM

Will be there

 

Nearly bliksemed down hard a couple of times but that happens to me on every mtb ride

 

As long as you know how to drink beer afterwards, all is fine...

DIPSLICK
DIPSLICK

May 12, 2015, 7:24 AM

I was really, really, really looking forward to this... but unfortunately "something" has come up  :blush:

the fact that your a lazy sonnafabiatch

ChUkKy
ChUkKy

May 12, 2015, 7:25 AM

I was really, really, really looking forward to this... but unfortunately "something" has come up  :blush:

 

Gynae appointment for you?

DIPSLICK
DIPSLICK

May 12, 2015, 7:32 AM

Gynae appointment for you?

well she knows how hard they are to get :whistling:

rudi-h
rudi-h

May 12, 2015, 7:34 AM

 

 

 

Sorry, not to nitpick, but I believe chopping into the banks to get under the three roads you mention (Jan Smuts, Conrad and William Nicol) was done before the JUMA and I'm pretty sure by the Spruit Fairy, not JUMA builders.

 

The crossing under William Nicol the JUMA builders widened with a wooden construction but they also took it down after the race. They did build the scaffolding ramp down under Tana road, but that also was removed soon after the race.

 

If I am incorrect please disagree here.

 

 

I'm not sure who was behind the spruit upgrades, but maybe coincidentally then, the spruit became a better place after Juma.  I just assumed it is as a result of Juma, irrespective of who put in the work.

 

If every little spruit upgrade and a bit of publicity (through JUMA) only urges a handful more cyclist to ride there instead of flocking out of town for their weekend rides, it means more cyclists in the spruit which makes it safer (and more fun).

Andrew Steer
Andrew Steer

May 12, 2015, 7:52 AM

the fact that your a lazy sonnafabiatch

 

 

Gynae appointment for you?

 

Wooooooosh... missed the highlighted bit ladies  :stupid:

GlockG4
GlockG4

May 12, 2015, 8:43 AM

Did not do it last year, wanted to do it this year, but now I dont know. Friend of mine rode over a turd and had to remove several hair weaves from his handlebars and those are deal breakers for me.

Batty Boy
Batty Boy

May 12, 2015, 1:18 PM

Last year's event was awesome. Especially the hidden barb wire obstacle. Took home a purple bell and 8 stitches.

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SAGecko
SAGecko

May 12, 2015, 3:12 PM

Are they going to stuff around with the Spruit again this year?

 

Sissy planks under William Nicol etc...  :thumbdown:

C90
C90

May 15, 2015, 11:47 AM

I'm not sure who was behind the spruit upgrades, but maybe coincidentally then, the spruit became a better place after Juma.  I just assumed it is as a result of Juma, irrespective of who put in the work.

 

If every little spruit upgrade and a bit of publicity (through JUMA) only urges a handful more cyclist to ride there instead of flocking out of town for their weekend rides, it means more cyclists in the spruit which makes it safer (and more fun).

C90
C90

May 15, 2015, 11:49 AM

I'm not sure who was behind the spruit upgrades, but maybe coincidentally then, the spruit became a better place after Juma.  I just assumed it is as a result of Juma, irrespective of who put in the work.

 

If every little spruit upgrade and a bit of publicity (through JUMA) only urges a handful more cyclist to ride there instead of flocking out of town for their weekend rides, it means more cyclists in the spruit which makes it safer (and more fun).

 

 

You are correct the Spruit fairy was employed by JUMA who funded various upgrades including 2 new wooden bridges and all the underpasses like Conrad etc. 

CogitoErgoSum
CogitoErgoSum

May 16, 2015, 5:48 AM

Damn expensive. 'New and improved.. Blah blah..' Marketing BS if you ask me. Didn't do it last time, will never. Playing in a dysfunctional city with a non-existing sewer system? No thanks. Like saying "here is your shot of heroine for 399, but don't worry, it is a new formula, you won't get any side effects...". All kinds of illnesses and infections to be had.

Runbikeswim
Runbikeswim

May 16, 2015, 8:50 AM

Damn expensive. 'New and improved.. Blah blah..' Marketing BS if you ask me. Didn't do it last time, will never. Playing in a dysfunctional city with a non-existing sewer system? No thanks. Like saying "here is your shot of heroine for 399, but don't worry, it is a new formula, you won't get any side effects...". All kinds of illnesses and infections to be had.

I think the race is way too expensive for my backyard free weekend ( 80%) ride. But Jozi is Def not dysfunctional....

Sound like you the tipe of person who talks of immigration at the braai....

 

Joburg rocks! And it's trails and parks too

CogitoErgoSum
CogitoErgoSum

May 16, 2015, 9:06 AM

I think the race is way too expensive for my backyard free weekend ( 80%) ride. But Jozi is Def not dysfunctional....

Sound like you the tipe of person who talks of immigration at the braai....

 

Joburg rocks! And it's trails and parks too

Nah. Did consider Aus a few years back after I was told in numerous job interviews something along "great qualifications and experience, but sorry, you are white."

 

I am just saying city council doesn't give much attention to cleaning water ways, sewers, etc. Too many nasties that can cause longterm problems. Broken bones from falling on sludge, scrapes being infected, sewer water in your face and mouth. Can only imagine what else can happen.

 

This urban race theme has been tried before in various ways, and failed. I give this another year or so and it will too.

Trailrat
Trailrat

May 16, 2015, 1:08 PM

You are correct the Spruit fairy was employed by JUMA who funded various upgrades including 2 new wooden bridges and all the underpasses like Conrad etc. 

Your first post ever was on this thread....Why didn't you just call yourself Juma?

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