It’s just under one month to go to the Fedhealth MTB Challenge that will take place at the picturesque Blaauwklippen Wine Estate in Stellenbosch on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September 2022 and mountain biking enthusiasts of all ages can look forward to experiencing the most iconic trails on offer in the majestic City of Oaks.
“On Saturday junior MTB enthusiasts will be seen tackling a fun-filled 500m (0-5 years), 1.5km (6-9 years) or 5km (10 – 13 years) event, while the 15km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Fun Ride) is ideal for primary school children that enjoy a challenge, and mountain bikers that are looking to start their Saturday with a short ride,” confirms Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event. “Sunday is set out for the more serious mountain bikers that are looking for a Challenge. The +-30km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Half Marathon) will feature a total climb of 580m while the terrain will include good gradient climbs with beautiful views. The views at Keermont are a definite route highlight. Iconic farms that will be traversed will include Stellekaya, Chaloner, Keermont, Vriesenhof and lots more.”
“The +- 60km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Marathon) will feature a total climb of 1200m, while the terrain will include smooth open road climbs and lots of single track that will be technical but with very smooth descents,” continues Meyer. “Iconic farms that will be traversed will include Blaauwklippen, Mont Marie, Ernie Els and Stellenrust to mention just a few. This event is ideal for fit weekend warriors. Entries are still open for all events. Sign up today to secure your spot on the start line.”
EVENT INFORMATION: 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge
Saturday, 10 September 2022
Venue: Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
Event: 15km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Fun Ride)
Start Time: 08:00
Entry Fee: R200.00
Event & Time: Fedhealth Kids MTB Events: not timed
• 500m / 1 – 5 years of age / 10:00
• 1.5km / 6 – 9 years of age / 10:30
• 5km / 10 – 13 years of age / 11:00
Start Time: 10:00
Entry Fee: R100.00
Sunday, 11 September 2022
Venue: Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
Event: +- 60km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Marathon)
Time: 08:00
Entry Fee: R450.00 per rider (excludes CSA License)
Event: +-30km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Half Marathon)
Time: 08:30
Entry Fee: R350.00 per rider (excludes CSA License)
CSA Temp Licence: R60.00
Entries Open: Wednesday 04 May 2022
Entries Close: Tuesday 06 September 2022
The entry fee includes:
• an exclusive technical event t-shirt (Fedhealth Kids MTB Events included)
• medals will be awarded to all finishers
FREE ENTRY: Fedhealth members can enter free of charge – simply by typing in their membership number when entering online!
CHARITY SUPPORT: The 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge proudly supports The Kindness Collaboration Project. When entering the event online mountain bikers can show their support by donating towards the cause. To find out more about the project visit https://www.stillwatersports.com/news/fedhealth-mtb-challenge-proudly-supports-the-kindness-collaboration-project/
PRIZE PURSE: The 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge Marathon (+- 60km) will boast a R30 000 Prize Purse. The male and female winners will take home R7000.00 each, while runners up will take home R5000.00 with the third-place finishers securing R3000.00 each.
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Website: www.stillwatersports.com
For more information and/or to enter the 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge visit www.stillwatersports.com or email entries@stillwatersports.com
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