{"id":70135,"date":"2024-10-15T13:42:56","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T11:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/?p=70135"},"modified":"2024-10-21T18:20:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T16:20:44","slug":"savanna-origin-of-trails-returns-to-stellenbosch-this-november","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/savanna-origin-of-trails-returns-to-stellenbosch-this-november\/","title":{"rendered":"Savanna Origin of Trails returns to Stellenbosch this November"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mountain bikers will once again reignite their passion for the sport at <strong>SA\u2019s MTB Party of the Year<\/strong>, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2024SavannaOOTOnlineEntries\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience<\/a><\/strong>. Taking place from <strong>Saturday, 16 November, to Sunday, 17 November 2024<\/strong>, the event will be hosted at <strong>Coetzenburg Field<\/strong> in <strong>Stellenbosch<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f732bcc0316&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69f732bcc0316\" class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1705\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-70136\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chelsea-Frost-and-Rowan-Mckenzie-by-David-Sullivan-2048x1364.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience is truly \u2018SA&#8217;s MTB Party of the Year.\u2019 Riders will be treated to the most iconic and exclusive mountain biking trails Stellenbosch has to offer,\u201d says <strong><em>Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cIt\u2019s not a race; it\u2019s a celebration of mountain biking and a party that should not be missed. After a hectic year of racing, this event is the perfect way to unwind and enjoy the best the sport has to offer in a spectacular setting.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe&#8217;re thrilled to once again bring the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience to Stellenbosch in 2024. This event is more than just a race\u2014it&#8217;s a celebration of the mountain biking community and the vibrant atmosphere that comes with it. We can\u2019t wait to welcome riders to Stellenbosch for an unforgettable weekend of adventure, camaraderie, and, of course, incredible trails,\u201d says <strong><em>Mathew Walton, Marketing Manager Premium Cider\u2019s and Fabs of HEINEKEN Beverages<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience is an incredible celebration both on the trails and beyond,\u201d says <strong><em>Riaan Oosthuizen, General Manager of First Ascent<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cAs the official Technical Apparel Partner, we are excited to support an event that encourages riders to embrace the journey and savor every moment. With our strong connection to the outdoors, we are thrilled to provide each participant with an exclusive First Ascent Rider Jersey as part of their entry. We look forward to being part of SA\u2019s \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019 once again!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f732bcc0783&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69f732bcc0783\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-70137\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Erik-Kleinhans-at-the-start-of-the-Savanna-Origin-of-Trails-MTB-Experience-in-2023-by-David-Sullivan-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong><strong>:&nbsp; <\/strong>2024Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Affectionately known as &#8216;SA\u2019s MTB Party of the Year,&#8217; the Savanna Origin of Trails is a 2-day individual MTB stage race showcasing the stunning beauty of Stellenbosch. Riders will enjoy world-class, exclusive trails while celebrating the birthplace of South African mountain biking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date:<\/strong><\/td><td>Saturday 16 November 2024 \u2013 Sunday 17 November 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Start and Finish Venue:<\/strong><\/td><td>Coetzenburg Field, Stellenbosch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Start Time:<\/strong><\/td><td>08:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Event Format:<\/strong><\/td><td>Two-Day Stage Race for individual riders<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Categories, Distances &amp; Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Full Marathon<\/strong> <strong><u>Age<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong>&nbsp; 18+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong><u>Distance<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> +- 50km per day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong><u>Entry Fee<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> R2100.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Half Marathon<\/strong> <strong><u>Age<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong>&nbsp; 18+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong><u>Distance<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> +-30km per day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong><u>Entry Fee<\/u><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> R1900.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>The entry fee includes:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exclusive First Ascent Rider Jersey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finisher Cotton Tee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finisher Medal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spectacular on route experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to world class trails that are usually not open to the public.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A light breakfast with coffee on both days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A scrumptious lunch on both days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complimentary drinks and refreshments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Well stocked water points (on route and in the race village)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entertainment (on route and in the race village)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exciting competitions\/giveaways<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comedic Acts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f732bcc0ce2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69f732bcc0ce2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-1400x933.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-70138\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lehane-Oosthuizen-by-David-Sullivan-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u><\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>The Savanna Origin of Trails proudly supports the <strong>Stellenbosch Trail Fund <\/strong><strong>(STF<\/strong>), a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) entirely funded by donations from local trail users and corporate sponsors. Since 2011, STF\u2019s aim has been to create, improve and maintain hiking, biking and running trails in and around the Greater Stellenbosch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#dbe5ed\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More and Enter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to enter the Savanna Origin of Trails please email <a href=\"mailto:info@stillwatersports.com\">entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a> or visit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2024SavannaOOTOnlineEntries\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/2024SavannaOOTOnlineEntries<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Like our Facebook page:<\/strong>&nbsp; Stillwater MTB Events<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow us on Instagram:&nbsp; <\/strong>@stillwater_mtb_events<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mountain bikers will once again reignite their passion for the sport at SA\u2019s MTB Party of the Year, the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience. Taking place from Saturday, 16 November, to Sunday, 17 November 2024, the event will be hosted at Coetzenburg Field in Stellenbosch. \u201cThe Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience is truly [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":70136,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[1968,3524],"featured_location":[338],"class_list":["post-70135","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-events","tag-origin-of-trails","tag-stillwater-sports","featured_location-bottom-row"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70135","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=70135"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70135\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":70143,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/70135\/revisions\/70143"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/70136"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=70135"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=70135"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=70135"},{"taxonomy":"featured_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured_location?post=70135"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}