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Joint venture between Valiant Media south Africa and Media 24's Bicycling Magazine
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1SOUTH AFRICAMTB
with Bicycling
2SOUTH AFRICAMTBMTB
with Bicycling
3S O U T H A F R I C AMTB
with Bicycling
4MTBS O U T H A F R I C AMTB
with Bicycling
5SOUTH AFRICAMTBMTB
with Bicycling
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FOREWORD
SUSTAINABILITY
THE GEAR
THE RIDES
MTN NISSAN SERIES XCM BARBETON
SPUR MTB NATIONAL SCHOOLS SERIES
THE GHERALD VW MTB CHALLENGE
CAPE ARGUS PICK N PAY MTB CHALLENGE
FREEDOM CHALLENGE-TRANS LESOTHO
SAMSUNG BUSINESS MTB CHALLENGE
ABSA CAPE EPIC
SAPPI MANKELE CHALLENGE
MTN CAPE TIMES VIGNE A VIGNE
USN MOUNTAIN BIKE CUP RACE
HONDA MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE
SUBARU SANI2C ADVENTURE
MTN TOUR DE PLETT CYCLING FESTIVAL
KFC MTB CHALLENGE
ADDO 3 DAY MTB FESTIVAL
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PENNYPINCHERS HERALD KAROO TO COAST
SPUR MTB CLASSIC
ENGEN WP MTB CHALLENGE
WINE 2WHEELS 2 DAY MULTI-STAGE MTB ADVENTURE
TOYOTA RUST DE WINTER MTB CHALLENGE
SANI TRANSFRONTIER EPIC
SABIE EXPERIENCE 4 DAY MTB STAGE RACE
THE STORIES
PENNYPINCHERS HERALD KAROO TO COAST
SPUR MTB CLASSIC
ENGEN WP MTB CHALLENGE
WINE 2WHEELS 2 DAY MULTI-STAGE MTB ADVENTURE
TOYOTA RUST DE WINTER MTB CHALLENGE
SANI TRANSFRONTIER EPIC
SABIE EXPERIENCE 4 DAY MTB STAGE RACE
THE STORIES
THE RIDES
MTN NISSAN SERIES XCM BARBETON
SPUR MTB NATIONAL SCHOOLS SERIES
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“ S O U T H A F R I C A H A P P E N S T O B E W H E R E Y O U ’ L L D I S C O V E R T H E M O S T I N C R E D I B L E R I D I N G O N T H E P L A N E T .
N O S E L F R E S P E C T I N G M O U N T A I N B I K E R S H O U L D G O T H R O U G H L I F E W I T H O U T S E E I N G I T .”
The South African MTB Association was created to coordinate communities, resorts and industry
partners and to pool resources in order to firstly help make mountain bike experiences sustainable
at the local level and secondly more accessible to a variety of visitor markets. This stakeholder-
based organisation consists of communities, resorts and industry operators in South Africa that
recognise the emergence and significance of mountain bike tourism. The aim is to create a
stakeholder based organisation to have SAMTB recognised for its world class sustainable trails
and abundant mountain bike experiences that are supported by enthusiastic communities and
resort operators offering high quality services.
“South Africa happens to be where you’ll discover the most incredible riding on the planet. No
self respecting mountain biker should go through life without seeing it.” Many of the resources in
South Africa are already in place, however, coordination is needed so that the product delivered
is consistent, the value acknowledged and the message is clear. Great mountain bike trails don’t
just satisfy local riders. They can also attract tourists from all over, revitalise local economies, and
put a destination on the map.
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SUSTAINABLE FUN
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SOUTH AFRICAN MTB ASSOCIATION
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S A P P I ’ S S U P P O R T F O R M O U N T A I N B I K E R A C I N G I S L E G E N D . M A N Y E V E N T S U S E S A P P I L A N D A N D T H E B R A N D
H A S T A K E N U P T H E N A M I N G R I G H T S O F T H E P O P U L A R M A N K E L E M O U N T A I N B I K E C H A L L E N G E .
“Sappi’s plantations not only provide a critical renewable resource to help grow South Africa’s
economy, but together with our conservation areas our land provides a fantastic resource for
planned recreational activities. We therefore support non-motorised activities such as mountain
biking and bird watching on Sappi land, also as part of our commitment to promoting a
healthy life style and nurturing an appreciation for nature and the sustainable use of renewable
resources,” says Regional Forestry Manager, Duane Roothman.
The Sappi Mankele MTB Challenge takes place in April each year near the Sudwala Caves, about
30km from Nelspruit. The event offers a number of races, which includes a 2.4km, 12km, 35km
and a 65km race. Over the years the organising body, Mankele Mountain Biking, has developed
unique trails running through Sappi’s bush tunnels and endless single tracks, which enables riders
to have the best possible mountain biking experience. Sappi’s property also boasts one of the
longest bush tunnels in the country, which makes for an exhilarating ride. The route will also take
riders through beautiful grasslands where, if lucky, the riders may spot red data species such as
the Oribi buck and Humilis cycads.
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SAPPI MANKELE MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE
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T H I S R I D E I S S U P R E M E LY F O C U S E D O N R I D E R S A T I S F A C T I O N , W I T H A T H L E T E S ’ W E L L - B E I N G A N D E N J O Y M E N T
B E I N G T H E O R G A N I S E R ’ S P R I M A R Y G O A L S . T H I S I S A N U N S U R PA S S E D A N D U N F O R G E T T A B L E M O U N T A I N B I K E
A N D A F R I C A N T R AV E L - E X P E R I E N C E .
Tented accommodation is offered in race villages, where carbo-loaded breakfasts and dinners,
race nutrition, bike servicing, masseurs, and stage location specific entertainment takes place
every evening.
Every year around the last week of March and the first week of April, the race is held over 8 days
and includes a time-trial prologue. The route changes every year, and leads aspiring amateur and
professional mountain bikers from around the world through approximately 800 kilometres of the
unspoilt nature of the Western Cape and up approximately 15 000m of climbing over some of the
most magnificent passes in South Africa.
All riders enter as a two-rider teams and are treated to wide open African plains, majestic
mountains, deep ravines, indigenous forests, spectacular coastlines and flourishing vineyards.
The route is characterised by dusty and demanding gravel paths, strenuous rocky uphills, thrilling
technical downhills, magnificent river crossings and stunning forested single tracks.
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EPIC ADVENTURE
ABSA CAPE EPIC
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B E A V O L U P T A D O L O R P O R E , U T L I Q U A T U S , S I T I O S I D E N T O Q U I S D I T I S N O B I T A T U S A P I C I L I Q U E S U S
M A G N A T E M D O L O R E C A E . U T Q U I B U S A N D E N D I T D O L O R U M Q U I A D I S C I A D O L O R I O M I N V E R C I D E L L U P T A T Q U E
N U M Q U I S T R U M F U G A . L O C U L PA R I B E R N A M R E M R E M O D Q U A S I N R E , C O N S E N D U S U T E M .
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S T A N D F I R S T T H I S M T B C H A L L E N G E I S A N O F F I C I A L E V E N T O F T H E C A P E A R G U S P I C K N PAY L I F E C Y C L E W E E K
A N D PA R T O F T H E B U I L D - U P T O T H E A N N U A L C A P E A R G U S P I C K N PAY C Y C L E T O U R .
From its humble beginnings with 700 entrants, the MTB Challenge has since grown from strength to
strength, and is now considered to be one of the biggest mountain bike events of its kind in South
Africa. Whether your are looking for a short farm meander with the family or a challenge that will
take you to your limits and beyond, the routes offer something for everyone and all riders – from
novice to podium contenders – will find the perfect route to suit their unique skill and fitness levels.
And if you prefer relaxing with a glass in your hand instead of gripping the handlebars then book
a picnic, bring the family and sample some of Boschendal’s exquisite wines in the picturesque
surrounds of the Franschhoek valley. Since 1685 the Boschendal Estate has nestled at the foot of
the Simonsberg Mountain, creating a steadfast icon of South African heritage. She has produced
world-renowned wines. Kings and queens have feasted at her sumptuous buffet. Wedding vows
have been lovingly whispered under her pavilion. Great celebrations have echoed through her
ancient oak trees. The wheels of mountain bikes have jumped over rocks and sped through her
vineyards. We invite you to join us at the annual Mountain Bike Challenge and experience this
spectacular beauty, warmth and splendour at Boschendal while sipping a glass of wine.
The 52km is a tough mountain bike race with big climbs, technical singletrack sections and fast,
rocky descents. This route is not for novice mountain bikers as it is as much a test of technical
singletrack sections and fast, rocky descents. This route is not for novice mountain bikers.
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
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CAPE ARGUS PICK N PAY MTB CHALLENGE
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B E A V O L U P T A D O L O R P O R E , U T L I Q U A T U S , S I T I O S I D E N T O Q U I S D I T I S N O B I T A T U S A P I C I L I Q U E S U S
M A G N A T E M D O L O R E C A E . U T Q U I B U S A N D E N D I T D O L O R U M Q U I A D I S C I A D O L O R I O M I N V E R C I D E L L U P T A T Q U E
N U M Q U I S T R U M F U G A . L O C U L PA R I B E R N A M R E M R E M O D Q U A S I N R E , C O N S E N D U S U T E M .
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