CAPE TOWN – Entries for the 12th Cape Argus Pick n Pay MTB Challenge are open and riders are encouraged to enter early to secure their place.
The Cape Argus Pick n Pay MTB Challenge takes place on Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3.
Boschendal Wine Estate in Stellenbosch will play host to the two-day event which sees thousands of riders from across the country participating in a weekend of family fun and challenging dirt track races.
The Saturday is a family-focused day that includes a 13km fun ride for novice riders and families with children and a 29km route suitable for intermediate riders.
David Bellairs, director of the Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust, says the Saturday is perfect for anyone looking for a fun day out with the whole family.
Boschendal also hosts the finish of the new-look Nashua Grape Escape on the same day.
The Sunday is dedicated to more experienced riders. On offer are 35km and 52km routes that will test skill and endurance.
An intense 75km event designed by trail king Meurant Botha caters to the extreme riders.
Bellairs says the aim of this new route is to give riders competing in the Grape Escape the opportunity to ride an ultra-distance race the day after their three-day event ends, effectively turning it into a four-day stage race.
“This route is very tough, so riders will have to adhere to strict seeding and ability requirements to qualify.”
There will once again be a combination medal for those riders that complete either the 52km or 75km mountain bike route as well as the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour, which takes place the following weekend.
Enter at www.mtbchallenge.co.za.
