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<\/a>Stage Two of the Pennypinchers Origin Of Trails two-day mountain bike stage event closed off on a high note at the picturesque Blaauwklippen Wine Estate on Saturday, 28 November 2015. Seen here: Ariane Kleinhans in action on the day. Photo Credit: Volume Photography<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cToday was awesome,\u201d said Platt. \u201cThe weather was nice and there were lots of fun trails. We were playing in the single track. I think I\u2019m also finally getting over my hangover. We\u2019ve been enjoying some good SA wine and company.\u201d<\/p>\n
Riding in the Contego colours Thembisile Shaun Mtintsilana of Kayamandi had a spectacular time taking on the medium route. \u201cI had an absolute blast today, giving it full gas from start to finish,\u201d said Mtintsilana. \u201cStage Two definitely features the best route. It was more technical with great single track, forcing me to be more focused and push the limit. I started mountain biking in 2005. I love the sport, because for me it\u2019s the perfect stress reliever. It\u2019s like having a two wheeled psychologist.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to Ariane Kleinhans, the Pennypinchers Origin Of Trails brings the mountain biking community closer together. \u201cThere is no hierarchy as it\u2019s all about the trails and getting to enjoy the sport. The elite riders get to hang around afterwards and engage with people, this is very important.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Pennypinchers Origin Of Trails comes at the right time of the year,\u201d said James Reid. \u201cIt\u2019s the start of the festive season, so we get to network and appreciate riding. It\u2019s a much needed, different perspective.\u201d<\/p>\n
ISUZU MTB Academy Coach, Jo Dobinson was given the rare opportunity to participate with the academy riders. \u201cBeing able to ride with the guys was amazing. I was able to identify where they still need help. The weather conditions during stage one were extremely windy, so I used the opportunity to teach the guys how to ride in slip stream. Although I\u2019ve only been working with them for ten months now, I can already see that their technical skills have improved. I\u2019m thankful to ISUZU and Stillwater Sports for this awesome opportunity and for the support.\u201d<\/p>\n
Since its inception in 2013 the emphasis of this exciting two day mountain bike stage event has been on the route and the enjoyment thereof. \u201cOur goal has always been to combine a vast network of world class trails with beauty and exclusivity, while raising funds to further trail building in Stellenbosch,\u201d says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. \u201cA portion of every entry fee will go directly towards trail building and local organizations aligned around these trails. We trust that each rider had a memorable experience and we look forward to welcoming all riders back in 2016.\u201d<\/p>\n