MTB racing in Swartland
2011-05-12
TOP South African mountain-bikers and marathon junkies will once again be seen testing their endurance levels during the awe-inspiring AMArider 100Miler, taking place for the third year in the Swartland on 21 May. Riders that only want a ‘taste’ of this route, can take part in the shorter 80km option starting from the halfway mark near Riebeek Kasteel at 08:20 to finish with the 100Miler riders at Swartland Wine Cellar in Malmesbury. The 100Miler starts at Swartland Wine Cellar at 07:30 and has a total route elevation of 1870m. The 160km route will have compulsory timing checkpoints with breakfast and lunch stops and other refreshment stations. The point-to-point format of the race will also create perfect vantage points for spectators and supporters. This one day ultra-marathon has a ‘solo rider’ category as well as teams of 4 riders. Both the 100Miler and 50Miler is for pre-entries only – closing on 16 May and all entrants to receive goody bags at registration. Competitors can enter individually or in 4-member teams and all finishers will receive a medal, but they must make it before the cut-off at 18:00. Registration takes place on Friday 20 May at Dirtopia Trail Centre on Delvera farm or at the start venues from early morning on the 21st. Event organiser Meurant Botha advises first time riders to ride within their limit as the race is long, to take in enough carbohydrates and to remember to pack a rain jacket. The spectator maps, driving directions, entries and other info are available on www.dirtopia.co.za There are three official spectator support points and judging by last year’s spectator turnout, this facet of the event is very popular, as family and friends rarely get the opportunity to be a part of the action. AMArider is a non-profit organisation and all proceeds from the event go towards the improvement of mountain-bike trail opportunities around South Africa. For more information on the AMArider 100Miler and 50Miler email info@amarider.co.za or phone 021-884- 4752.
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