{"id":240917,"date":"2022-10-24T10:48:23","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T08:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=123394"},"modified":"2022-10-24T10:48:23","modified_gmt":"2022-10-24T08:48:23","slug":"first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"First Ascent excited to enhance the rider experience at SA\u2019s \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019!"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<figure id=\"attachment_123395\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123395\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=123395\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt width=\"300\" height=\"169\" class=\"wp-image-123395 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-123395 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/first-ascent-excited-to-enhance-the-rider-experience-at-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year.jpg\" alt width=\"300\" height=\"169\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-123395\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mountain bikers can look forward to experiencing fantastic First Ascent innovations and prizes at the 9th edition of the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience in Stellenbosch on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November 2022. Photo: Chris Hitchcock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>First Ascent, one of South Africa\u2019s oldest and leading specialist outdoor brands, will treat mountain bikers to fantastic innovations and prizes at the 9th edition of the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience that will take place at Coetzenburg Stellenbosch University on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November 2022.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are committed to enhancing the experience of all entrants,\u201d says Riaan Oosthuizen, General Manager of First Ascent. \u201cThis year riders will not only receive an exclusive First Ascent Rider Jersey as part of their entry, but one lucky rider will also stand a chance to win a premium First Ascent cycling kit hamper valued at R3200. Forming part of a social media competition, the prize will include a men\u2019s or ladies Podium Cycling Bib and a men\u2019s or ladies Vent Long Sleeve Cycling Jersey, just in time to get kitted out for event weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo add to the excitement, for the first time since the event\u2019s inception, when entering the event online riders can choose the tented Village Party Package,\u201d continues Oosthuizen. \u201cThis option includes accommodation in the Festival Village in an individual First Ascent tent, which is great. This option also includes complimentary drinks throughout the weekend, dinner on Friday and Saturday as well as a ticket to the fun-filled Pub Ride through Stellenbosch on the Saturday after the rugby. We are really excited to once again be part of SA\u2019s \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019. Amidst all the fun activities and activations, I am really looking forward to finishing the race. It\u2019s going to be a challenge, but a lot of fun.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>EVENT INFORMATION: 2022 Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience<\/p>\n<p>Date: Saturday 19 November 2022 \u2013 Sunday 20 November 2022<br \/>Start and Finish Venue: Coetzenburg Stellenbosch University<br \/>Start Time: 08:00<br \/>Event Format: Two-Day Stage Race for individual riders<\/p>\n<p>Categories, Distances &amp; Entry Fee:<\/p>\n<p>Full Marathon<br \/>Age: 18+<br \/>Entry Fee: R1600.00<\/p>\n<p>Day 1:<br \/>Distance: +-45km<br \/>Total Ascent: 1350m<\/p>\n<p>Day 2:<br \/>Distance: +-48km<br \/>Total Ascent:<\/p>\n<p>Half Marathon<br \/>Age: 18+<br \/>Entry Fee: R1400.00<\/p>\n<p>Day 1:<br \/>Distance: +-29km<br \/>Total Ascent: 600m<\/p>\n<p>Day 2:<br \/>Distance: +-31km<br \/>Total Ascent: 480m<\/p>\n<p>Tented Village Party Package: includes tented accommodation, weekend meals and drinks, exclusive Pub Ride through Stellenbosch, and access to the MTB Party of the Year function on Saturday evening. R1,300.00 for two nights.<\/p>\n<p>Entries Open: Friday 05 August 2022<br \/>Entries Close: Tuesday 15 November 2022 or once full capacity has been reached<\/p>\n<p>The entry fee includes:<br \/>\u2022 An exclusive First Ascent Rider Jersey.<br \/>\u2022 A Finisher Tee<br \/>\u2022 Finisher Medal<br \/>\u2022 Free massages on Saturday and Sunday<br \/>\u2022 Access to world class routes that are usually not open to the public<br \/>\u2022 Spectacular on route experience<br \/>\u2022 A light breakfast with coffee on both days<br \/>\u2022 A scrumptious lunch on both days (spit braai on Saturday and a beef sirloin steak braai on Sunday)<br \/>\u2022 Complimentary drinks and refreshments<br \/>\u2022 Well stocked water points (on route and in the race village)<br \/>\u2022 Live entertainment (on route and in the race village)<br \/>\u2022 Access to a fantastic Chill Area and the Savanna Oasis Bar<br \/>\u2022 Access to the complimentary Savanna Bike Park &amp; Wash<br \/>\u2022 Access to hot showers<br \/>\u2022 Fun sponsor competitions and giveaways<\/p>\n<p>ROUTE INFORMATION: The Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience is an individual 2-day MTB Stage Race that is ideal for all mountain biking enthusiasts. Entrants can choose between a Full Marathon and a Half Marathon. The Full Marathon caters for mountain bikers that possess a moderate level of fitness and experience, while the Half Marathon is the perfect event for mountain bikers that are looking to have a fun experience on route. For more information visit https:\/\/www.stillwatersports.com\/news\/mountain-bikers-gear-up-for-the-savanna-origin-of-trails-sas-mtb-party-of-the-year\/<\/p>\n<p>LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: A strong supporter of South African comedic talent, Savanna is excited to host a comedy night on Friday (after Race Pack Collection) and Saturday (as part of the Pub Ride) where a leading SA comedian will have mountain bikers and the public in stiches.<\/p>\n<p>DRESS UP COMPETITION: Stage Two of the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience (Sunday 20 November) will be Dress Up Day. The two best dressed riders (x1 male and x1 female) will receive R10 000 in cash as well as ten cases of Savanna (each). 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