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Garden Route Giro to showcase Thomas Bain Passes
Gravel is in vogue. It is growing and evolving, with stage racing already identified as the next frontier. The question which now needs to be answered is how many elements from road and mountain bike stage racing multi-day gravel events will incorporate, and where they will deviate entirely. The Garden Route Giro’s race director, Henco […]
RH77 – Factory Wins Fiercely Contested Old Mutual Wealth Double Century
Searing heat – on Saturday, 23 November – helped produce fierce racing at the 2024 Old Mutual Wealth Double Century. In the men’s race RH77 – Factory proved fastest, holding off RDXVermarc and Star Elite Cycling. Paceline and O’Right engaged in an even closer contest throughout the 202 kilometre race with, the defending champions setting […]
My Great Zuurberg Trek Experience – The MTB Stage Race With A Difference
There’s something extraordinary about the Great Zuurberg Trek. It’s not just a race—it’s an adventure that leaves you both exhilarated and feeling strangely at home. As I set off for this year’s event, I knew I was in for a wild ride, but nothing could’ve prepared me for the unique blend of thrill, comfort, and […]
The Absa Cape Epic Arrives in Paarl
Paarl will host the prestigious Absa Cape Epic, often called the “Tour de France of Mountain Biking,” bringing excitement and global attention to our region. This legendary race features top riders conquering our challenging trails. A Community-Wide Celebration This event is not just for the riders, it is for everyone. Enjoy pre-race activities, supporter stations, […]
SA’s MTB Party of the Year concludes in style
On Sunday, 17 November 2024, Coetzenburg Field in Stellenbosch came alive with excitement as mountain bikers showcased their wildest and most colorful outfits, in celebration of Dress Up Day (Stage 2) of the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience, fueled by Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages. Stage 2 of the Marathon spanned 54km with 900m of climbing. […]
Vye Cycle Kit Announces Exciting Brand Evolution
Vye Cycle Kit Unveils Brand Evolution, Celebrating Legacy with Uncompromising Quality Cape Town, South Africa — Vye Cycle Kit is proud to announce a transformative rebrand that embraces our enduring legacy while pushing forward with enhanced quality and design. This evolution marks a new chapter, reinforcing our commitment to delivering premium cycling apparel that meets […]
Total Domination by Toyota Specialized at the FNB Wines2Whales Shiraz
Sunday, 10 November, brought the 2024 FNB Wines2Whales race week to its conclusion as the Shiraz finished at Benguela Cove. Toyota Specialized’s Matt Beers and Alex Miller joined Candice Lill and Tyler Jacobs as the fourteenth elite champions, a week after the SeattleCoffeeCo eFORT ALMAR pair wrapped up their title. The dominant victors were joined […]
Miller Survives a Crash to Win Stage 2 Alongside Beers at the Shiraz
Alex Miller, of Toyota Specialized, survived a crash, 15 kilometres from the finish, to win the second stage of the Shiraz race; at FNB Wines2Whales on Saturday, 9 November. The Nambian and his South African teammate, Matt Beers, were 2 minutes and 40 seconds ahead of the chase group at the time of the fall, […]
Vote for the Wild Bike Foundation to Accelerate Wilderness Conservation
The Wild Bike Foundation has been short-listed to receive a yearly grant from the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) and they are now part of a public vote to select a final recipient. Get all the details on how to to show your support in the announcement below: The Wild Bike Foundation is excited to […]
Beers On Ice for The Last Dance of the 2024 Season at FNB W2W
The Shiraz race brings not only the FNB Wines2Whales, but also the South African competitive mountain biking season to a close. It features a stacked elite field and provides a final opportunity for the local teams, and a selection of seasoned international campaigners to perform. In 2024 a returning double champion and his Namibian teammate […]
Falke BCool Bike Sock – High-Performance Comfort, Support, and Durability for Cyclists
The Premier Cycling Sock for Performance and Comfort For cyclists seeking the perfect balance between performance and comfort, the Falke BCool Bike Sock represents a significant advancement in cycling gear. This is no ordinary sock; it is a high-performance accessory meticulously crafted to enhance your cycling experience. With its innovative ventilation technology, ergonomically designed fit, […]
Lill and Jacobs take the title at the FNB Wines2Whales Chardonnay
Candice Lill and Tyler Jacobs put in a performance worthy of a five-star review as they completed a perfect clean sweep of FNB Wines2Whales Chardonnay stage wins. The SeattleCoffeeCo eFORT ALMAR pair had time to stop for a selfie at the FNB Private banking picture frame on their way to victory at Benguela Cove. When […]