The Absa Cape Epic in numbers
The Absa Cape Epic is the pinnacle of the South African stage race calendar and a massive event attracting riders from all over the world. With the 2017 edition kicking off on Sunday, we thought that we’d take a look at the gear, training, and accommodation trends of those that have taken part in previous […]
2017 Absa Cape Epic sees strongest field yet
Both the men’s reigning Olympic champions, a Tour de France winner, a host of world champions and several previous Absa Cape Epic winners will be in the South African stage race’s strongest field yet when it kicks off on Sunday. And the racing is going to be fiercer than ever, according to the top competitors […]
Win with the Epic Fantasy League 2017
Put your knowledge to the test during the 2017 Absa Cape Epic. Predict the results and you could win some incredible prizes in the Epic Fantasy League. Prizes The Grand Prize is an entry to the 2018 Absa Cape Epic courtesy of USN. Already sold? Enter here: epicfantasyleague.co.za We’ve also lined up some amazing daily […]
The winner of the Columbia Sportswear #RideWithRiaan competition announced
Saturday morning at Meerendal Wine Farm saw five excited individuals waiting to meet Riaan Manser and find out who would be selected to ride with him at the upcoming Absa Cape Epic. https://www.facebook.com/columbiasouthafrica/videos/vb.415613311865964/1316565535104066/?type=3&theater The top five finalists included Guy McKechnie, Denzyl O’Donoghue, Deon Kretschnar, Juan Pearson and Katie Lennard. After introductions at breakfast, they shared […]
Fabulous four on what it takes to finish the Absa Cape Epic
So the Absa Cape Epic is only days away and the butterflies are starting to flutter around your stomach. Who best to turn to for a bit of advice than four very unique individuals who have finished every edition of the race since it launched in 2004? Yes, that’s an incredible 13 editions of the […]
Who to Watch: 2017 Absa Cape Epic
The 2017 Absa Cape Epic sports the strongest men’s field in the 14-year history of the race, with up to six teams aiming for the top step of the podium. Several years of a special focus on the women’s race has born fruit in recent editions: the standard of the field has steadily got stronger […]
Cyclocross legend Nys sets sights on the Absa Cape Epic
Sven Nys is arguably the best cyclocross racer ever. Now the legendary Belgian – who earned the nickname “The Cannibal from Baal” as he notched up an astonishing 140 career victories – has set his sights on the 2017 Absa Cape Epic. Nys is a household name in much of Europe for his cyclocross achievements […]
William and Phillimon aim for Exxaro jersey and top 5 African team
Well-known cyclists Phillimon Sebona and William Mokgopo are proud to announce their decision to take on this year’s Absa Cape Epic as a team. However, lack of bike sponsorship stands in the way of reaching their dream. The duo, now known as team PHILLIAM are riders to watch out for having raked in impressive wins […]
Win an entry to ride the 2017 Absa Cape Epic with Riaan Manser and Columbia Sportswear
Are you tough enough to #RideWithRiaan? You won’t believe what Columbia Sportswear have on offer this week! Riaan Manser needs a partner for the 2017 Absa Cape Epic and we have been given the exclusive privilege of helping him find his teammate! So, riders, are you tough enough to #RideWithRiaan? The process is simple: complete […]
Interview: Philip Buys and Matthys Beukes of PYGA Euro Steel
Philip Buys and Matthys Beukes form the “African MTB team” PYGA Euro Steel. Previously teammates riding as Scott LCB Factory Racing, 2017 sees them with new sponsors, and of course new bikes. The pair have a solid track record riding together, and have their eyes firmly on the Absa African jersey at this year’s Cape […]
Kiwi stage race riders get Absa Cape Epic qualification slots
For the first time in its history the 2018 Absa Cape Epic field will include teams who have qualified to take part by completing another event. A total of 10 teams from New Zealand’s Pioneer mountain bike stage race qualified to take part in the Cape Epic – some who won their categories and other […]
Absa continues to upskill young mountain bikers at the 2017 Absa Cape Epic
Absa, title sponsors of the Absa Cape Epic, will provide 10 young Diepsloot Mountain Bike Academy (DMA) students with invaluable internship opportunities at one of the world’s toughest mountain bike stage races. Since 2004, Absa has been a proud and active supporter of the DMA, especially in its endeavour to leverage the sport of mountain-biking […]