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<\/a>Reigning women\u2019s champion Robyn De Groot has set her sights on a problem free day on the bike and hopefully a second victory at the FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic that will take place at the ATKV in Buffelspoort this coming Saturday, 21 May 2016. Seen here: De Groot in action at the 2015 FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic. Photo Credit: Tobias Ginsberg<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cThe FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic is proper-mountain biking,\u201d says De Groot. \u201cI was a newbie to the Magalies Monster last year. I had been warned that it was a hard race. It certainly delivered on its promise and gave me a good workout. In terms of climbing, descents and also the technical aspect, it\u2019s a nice hard route.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cMy approach to racing is generally stress-free,\u201d continues De Groot. \u201cReturning as the defending champion doesn\u2019t result in added pressure. I know that once I pedal my bike, it all falls into place. I just focus on the moment. It is always nice to defend a title. My advice to newcomers to the Monster is to come in with a pretty good fitness level. Don\u2019t be frightened of the rocky terrain. These days the bicycles handle the terrain pretty well.\u201d<\/p>\n
Professional Sports Coach, Nico Sterk will be gunning for a top five position in the men\u2019s race. \u201cIn 2013 I secured my personal best Magalies Monster result, a second spot on the podium. I wouldn\u2019t miss the event for the world. It is without a doubt one of the bucket list events for all cycling enthusiasts in South Africa. You cannot call yourself a mountain biker if you have not conquered the Monster. We wear the finisher\u2019s t-shirt with pride.\u201d<\/p>\n
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