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The MTB Challenge, formerly known as the Cape Town Cycle Tour

Off-road racing at its very best, the MTB Challenge hits the Cape Winelands on Saturday, 29 February 2020, and offers 15km, 30km and 60km options for all fitness and skill levels. The event has been running alongside the Cape Town Cycle Tour for what will be 20 years in 2020 formerly known as the Cycle Tour MTB Challenge. In September 2019 the event was handed over to Pedal Power Association to organise. We have taken the decision to take the event back to its roots where is all began and return to the beautiful routes of Banhoek Conservancy where it was last held in 2013. The venue is will be Old Bethlehem Farm that is situated in Kylemore, Stellenbosch.

The fun ride is aimed at all ages, shapes, sizes, fitness levels and income groups. The event is open to PPA members as well as non-members. The event targets both existing cyclists and newcomers to the sport, the average participant and newcomer, as well as the elite sportswoman and sportsman.

In addition to the three routes on offer we will be bringing in the Bike4All mobile BMX track for the little ones to enjoy. Bike4All has a simple, yet effective motto: PUTTING MORE PEOPLE ONTO BICYCLES. Many people think of bicycles in terms of sport or recreation; as a means to participate in road or off-road fun rides, or simply to get fit and healthy. But the bicycle is the ideal vehicle for transportation, especially for short trips to school, shop or work. Through this project, we aim to change mobility in South Africa. Their portfolio includes yet not restricted to; Bicycle and BMX distribution, road safety and awareness, helmet handout, visibility, bike mechanic training and community support.

Start times and age restrictions:

15km – start time from 08h20. Age: 8 years and older

30km – start time from 07h50. Age: 15 years and older

60km – start time from 07h00. Age: 15 years and older

* Ensure you are ready at least 30 minutes before your start to get into the chutes.
* The start groups. Note you will only get your start group after entries have closed

Details

Date:
February 29, 2020
Time:
7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:
R70 – R350
Event Category:
Website:
https://pedalpower.org.za/events/mtb-challenge/
Distance(s):
60km, 30km, 15km

Organizer

Pedal Power Association
Phone:
(021) 671-4079/6340
Email:
info@pedalpower.org.za
Website:
View Organizer Website

Venue

Old Bethlehem Farm
Old Bethlehem Farm, Rooi St,
Kylemore, Western Cape 7600
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