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The Sabie Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Welcomes all International and local riders, supporters and families to the 2014 MTN Sabie Driven by NISSAN. We hope that you have fantastic experience taking in our breathtaking scenery as you ride in and around this Mountain Biking Mecca. Enjoy our beautiful natural environment with all its forests, mountains and waterfalls. Please enjoy the hospitality of our town. We look forward to your return visit. James Sheard (Chairman of the SCCT) www.sabie.info

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME NOTE

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RACE SUMMARY

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HISTORY & WINNERS

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ROUTE & FEATURES

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FEEDING & TECHNICAL ZONES

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SPECTATOR ZONES

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PROGRAMME

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LEADERS JERSEY & PRIZE MONEY

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BROADCAST TIMES

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YEAR CALENDAR

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SPONSORS & PARTNERS

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Welcome to the second leg of the 2014 “MTN National Mountain Bike Series driven by Nissan” this weekend in Sabie. As the proud title sponsor of the “MTN National MTB Series driven by Nissan”, which has grown immensely in support and popularity over the past four years, we look forward to bringing you another weekend of gruelling yet thrilling riding in the mountains of picturesque Sabie. MTN remains actively involved in amateur and professional cycling on a national level across mountain biking and road cycling. MTN is a responsible corporate citizen and in line with our vision for cycling to leave a lasting legacy, MTN formed a partnership with Qhubeka. This initiative uplifts rural communities and more importantly the youth within those communities to enable children to get to school in time and return home with enough time to study and do their homework. Attendance at school also sees a marked improvement. Your unselfish decision to exchange your medal for a donation to the MTN Qhubeka programme will assist us in achieving these objectives. Kindly take some time to visit www.qhubeka.org to find out more about this worthy CSI initiative.

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We welcome you to the 2014 “MTN National Mountain Bike Series driven by Nissan” where you get to rub shoulders with some of South Africa’s top cyclists whilst enjoying the beauty and splendour of our magnificent country. We wish you all the best and trust that you will have an enjoyable and unforgettable experience with us. Practise safe riding at all times and keep your mobile phone on your person should you need to use it in an emergency.

Kind regards Brian Gouldie Chief Marketing Officer, MTN SA

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“Gruelling yet thrilling riding in the mountains of picturesque Sabie”

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RACE SUMMARY Photo Credit: Zoon Cronje NIKON

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MTN NATIONAL MTB SERIES #2 SABIE Driven by NISSAN Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd February 2014 York Timber Sports Grounds, Sabie, Mpumalanga, RSA 1015m Above Sea Level 3000+ Fri 17h00-21h00 | Sat 05h30-16h00 | Sun 06h00-09h00 10km | 16km | 45km | 74km | 113km

Sabie is a small country town nestled in a deep valley on the escarpment of the Drakensberg mountain range in the Mpumalanga (“place of the rising sun”) province of South Africa. Sabie is regarded as the original “MECCA” of mountain biking, with a long history of competitive and recreational riding. About 3000 enthusiastic recreational mountain bikers line-up each year alongside the country’s top professionals at the MTN National Marathon and NISSAN National Half-Marathon, on the York Sports grounds in Sabie. This legendary route zigzags up towards the hartebeest “vlakte” plateau, where most of the participants will pass, over the weekends racing. The race has been in existence for 15 years and has grown tremendously with the riding being absolutely unique and spectacular.

Notice to all participants Although the organizers endeavour to remove dangerous rocks and cut as much of the long grass and overhanging bushes, trees, thorns and vegetation as possible before the event, weather conditions sometimes result in certain unforeseen obstacles on the route. It is the rider’s responsibility to avoid these hazards by riding carefully where required. Please remember to ride with your phone.

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HISTORY & WINNERS

Photo Credit: Zoon Cronje NIKON

The Sabie leg of the “MTN National MTB Series Driven by NISSAN”, is owned by the Lowveld Chaingang Club and it is their annual fund raiser, which has already enabled them to donate over R1 million to charity and the local community. This annual race weekend generates in excess of R6 million to the Sabie area from a tourism perspective alone. The event was first started in 1998 with about two hundred and fifty die hard mountain bikers. The route was only 50% off road that went up the mountain and back down Long Tom Pass, but was deemed too dangerous as Mannie Heymans was clocked by the Traffic Police at 95km/h! In 2010 Sabie became part of the National MTB Series today known as the MTN National MTB Series Driven by NISSAN. The Ultra distance was first introduced in 2009 to help raise the bar for our talented local heroes, competing in the gruelling five hour world championships.

Year 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 #4 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

Men Mannie Heymans Fritz Pienaar Jacques Rossouw Mannie Heymans Mannie Heymans Mannie Heymans Kevin Evans Max Knox Kevin Evans Karl Platt Kevin Evans Charles Keey

Time 02:49.49 03:35.44 03:16.06 02:58.06 02:54.34 02:48.54 02:48.50 04:00.16 04:32.33 04:51.21 05:08.42 04:59.51

Women Yolande Speedy Yolande Speedy Hanlie Booyens Yolande Speedy Yolande Speedy Yolande Speedy Yolande Speedy Yolande Speedy Eszter Erdelyi Ariane Kleinhans Ariane Kleinhans

Time 04:29.50 04:21.35 03:40.19 03:28.55 02:15.27 03:26.00 04:56.32 03:27.10 03:48.30 03:56.14 03:32.52

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ROUTE & FEATURES Photo Credit: Zoon Cronje NIKON

NISSAN ½ MARATHON The 2014 the route distance has been increased to 45km which includes a visit to Maritzbos, with a slight reduction in the total ascent and less intimidating technical sections. It is an exciting route with some stunning views if you take time out to stop, appreciate the surroundings and take a photo or two. For the “Race Snakes” the route provides enough challenging sections to test one’s technical skills whilst the substantial climbs and fast flowing down hills will test both fitness and courage. This year the descents and final section to the finish will have extended single tracks to test your skills MTN MARATHON The 2014 route has been altered to accommodate timber harvesting activities in the 45 to 55km section. This has resulted in us having to avoid this area due to machine and vehicle disturbances. We have returned to the climb and single track before Maritzbos Refreshment Station. The tough Mamba Switchback climb (1:10) now starts at 19km into the race after 500m of climbing but remains as the main climb with the King of the Mountain starting at 28km into the race. A new Eland Single Track 2 section has been added, and the climb to Mount Moody (1970m) after 37km will test the strongest of riders before some technical, rocky and rutted descents. The Iveron Trail is ridden in the opposite direction this year. The 2014 route has more single track, a lot of variability in terrain, surfaces and some stunning views of the valley below and numerous high waterfalls. For the Elite riders, the route will present itself with an opportunity to test technical skills, whilst the steep and extended climbs will test strength and stamina to the limit. The recreational riders will find this route challenging, and may find themselves pushing and portaging for short distances. MTN ULTRA MARATHON The Ultra route will be a combination of the Half -Marathon and the Marathon routes aimed at the Professional riders and Cape-Epic Riders.

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WATER POINT #1 17.0km WATER POINT #3 53.0km KOM / QOM 27.0km FTA #3 74.0km - team FTA #1 33.6km - neutral WATER POINT #4 74.1km 95.0km - neutral WATER POINT #2 33.7km FTA #4 FTA #2 51.0km - team WATER POINT #5 99.0km TOTAL DISTANCE 113km TOTAL ASCENT 2920m Directions to FTA Zones FTA #2 - 25° 2’44.00”S / 30°45’45.03”E Take the R532 towards Graskop. Take the left hand turn-off to Klein Sabie (Bandsaag Road), turn left towards Tweefontein Forest Station at the T-junction, cross the old railway crossing. Follow the bend and continue straight for 1.3km. Turn left and follow the road for 800m. At the intersection turn right on the major road and follow the road for 500m. At the fork keep right and follow the road for 400m. At the next fork keep left and follow the road for 1.6km. At the T-junction turn left and almost immediately turn right again. FTA #1 is 300m up the road. FTA #3 - Is situated across from the start finish next to the river. Access to the FTA Zones (Feed & Technical Assistance Zone) Report to registration where we will issue you your Team Zone access card. Only teams have access to setup in the team designated area. Rules & Regulations Feeding and technical assistance will only be allowed at these designated areas. They are clearly marked and support crews must stay out of the way of riders. A UCI Commissaire will be on site to monitor the proceedings. No support vehicle will be tolerated on the race route - if a vehicle is linked to a specific rider or team, severe penalties or disqualifications will follow. This event makes use of CSA / SA-MTB rules and is ultimately affiliated to the UCI. Make contact with a Commissaire who will explain the rules or regulations if things are unclear. * Only for MTN ULTRA Marathon Teams & MTN Marathon Ladies “A” NATIONALMTBSERIES.COM 22.

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SPECTATOR ZONES Photo Credit: Zoon Cronje NIKON

SPECTATOR ZONE #1 SPECTATOR ZONE #2 SPECTATOR ZONE #3

Distance into the race: 4.0km Distance from Venue: 4.5km Distance into the race: 55.0km Distance from Venue: 7.4km Distance into the race: 61.0km Distance from Venue: 8.2km

Directions to Supporter Zones SZ #1 - 25° 7’4.58”S / 30°43’30.58”E From the parking lot take the Old Lydenburg road and turn right. Follow the road for 4.5km SZ #2 - 25° 3’18.81”S / 30°47’10.42”E Take the R532 towards Graskop. Take the left hand turn-off to Klein Sabie (Bandsaag Road), turn left towards Tweefontein Forest Station at the T-junction, cross the old railway crossing. Follow the bend and continue straight for 1.3km. SZ #3 - 25° 4’30.32”S / 30°45’9.05”E Take the R532 towards Graskop. Take the left hand turn-off to Klein Sabie (Bandsaag Road), turn left towards Tweefontein Forest Station at the T-junction, cross the old railway crossing. Take the first road left just after the bend turning 90 degrees and continue straight for 3.0km. Access to the Supporter Zones Supporter zones are open to the public. Please use only the directions given to get to these zones. Bring a camping chair and shade and support the participants as they make their way past. Rules & Regulations No outside assistance is allowed. No one may interfere with the race in any way. If caught assisting or feeding participants penalties will apply. NATIONALMTBSERIES.COM 28.

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DATE 17:00 - 21:00

Friday 21st February 2014 Registration & On-line entries

DATE 05:30 - 16:00 06:30 06:45 06:50 07:00

Saturday 22nd February 2014 Registration & On-line entries Riders briefing / Interviews Start MTN Ultra 113km Pro / Elite Men Start MTN Marathon 74km LADIES “A”. Start MTN Marathon 74km “A”. Batches 5min

EXPECTED ARRIVAL TIMES 10:00 Winner of MTN Marathon 74km 11:45 Winner of MTN ULTRA 113km Pro / Elite Men DATE 06:00 - 09:00 07:15 07:30 07:35 08:20 09:00

Sunday 23rd February 2014 Registration & On-line entries Riders briefing / Interviews Start NISSAN ½ Marathon 45km Men “A”. Batches 5min Start NISSAN ½ Marathon 45km Women “A”. Batches 5min Start 16km Fun Race Batch “A” Batches 5min Start 10km Fun Race “ALL”

EXPECTED ARRIVAL TIMES 09:15 Winner of 16km Fun Race 09:40 Winner of 10km Fun Ride 10:00 Winner of NISSAN ½ Marathon 45km PRIZE GIVING WILL BE HELD AT 13:00 ON SAT & 12:00 ON SUN. Photo Credit: Zoon Cronje NIKON

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DATE 08 FEBRUARY 08 FEBRUARY

EVENT MTN Marathon #1 DULLSTROOM NISSAN Half-Marathon #1 DULLSTROOM

VENUE Dunkeld Estate, Dullstroom, Mpumalanga Dunkeld Estate, Dullstroom, Mpumalanga

22 FEBRUARY 23 FEBRUARY

MTN Marathon #2 SABIE NISSAN Half-Marathon #2 SABIE

York Timber Sports Grounds, Sabie, Mpumalanga York Timber Sports Grounds, Sabie, Mpumalanga

15 MARCH 15 MARCH

MTN Marathon #3 TULBAGH NISSAN Half-Marathon #3 TULBAGH

Saronsberg Wine Estate, Tulbagh, Western Cape Saronsberg Wine Estate, Tulbagh, Western Cape

03 MAY 04 MAY

MTN Marathon #4 CLARENS NISSAN Half-Marathon #4 CLARENS

Town Square, Clarens, Free State Town Square, Clarens, Free State

24 MAY 24 MAY

MTN Marathon #5 ROOIBERG NISSAN Half-Marathon #5 ROOIBERG

Rooiberg Golf Club, Rooiberg, Limpopo Rooiberg Golf Club, Rooiberg, Limpopo

14 JUNE 15 JUNE

MTN Marathon #6 VAN GAALEN NISSAN Half-Marathon #6 VAN GAALEN

Van Gaalen Cheese Farm, Skeerpoort, North West Van Gaalen Cheese Farm, Skeerpoort, North West

22 JUNE 22 JUNE

MTN Marathon #7 HILTON NISSAN Half-Marathon #7 HILTON

Hilton College, Hilton, Kwa-Zulu Natal Hilton College, Hilton, Kwa-Zulu Natal

13 SEPTEMBER 14 SEPTEMBER

MTN Marathon #8 RIDE CRATER CRUISE NISSAN Half-Marathon #8 RIDE CRATER CRUISE

Ride Arena, Parys, Free State Ride Arena, Parys, Free State

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