2015 Ashburton Investments NATIONAL MTB SERIES #5 Ballito by ADVENDURANCE

#5Ballito Race Summary

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Race summary

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History and winners

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Route and features

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Feeding and technical zones

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Spectator zones

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Day programme

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Leaders jersey and prize money

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Broadcast times

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Sponsors and partners

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Warm welcome

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Welcome to the Ashburton Investments National MTB Series As the proud sponsor of South Africa’s premier marathon mountain biking series, Ashburton Investments is looking forward to bringing professional cyclists and weekend warriors alike access to more of the beauty that our country offers. With diverse venues from the beautiful Cape wine lands to the rolling hills of Dullstroom we believe that the series holds a little something for everyone. Mountain biking is a rapidly growing sport and the profile of participants fits well within Ashburton Investments target market. Ashburton Investments is the FirstRand Group’s new generation, Africa based investment management business. Blending traditional and non-traditional investment expertise we strive to give investors access to more sources of return, broader investment capabilities and greater risk management. We believe that the Ashburton Investments National MTB Series gives us a new and exciting platform to engage with our clients, colleagues and cyclists from all walks of life. For more information about Ashburton please visit our website on www.ashburtoninvestments.com. The National MTB Series has grown and matured over more than a decade to include internationally acclaimed events with UCI status, and some of the biggest one day events in the country making the series the biggest of its kind in the world.

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Event five in the series brings us to the breathtaking indigenous forests and sugar cane plantations of KwaZulu Natal. The Holla Trails venue promises an unforgettable mountain bike experience and a fun day out for the whole family. We look forward to welcoming you at this exhilarating event, and trust that you will have a safe and memorable experience with us. Regards, Boshoff Grobler CEO Ashburton Investments NATIONALMTBSERIES.COM

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Ashburton Investments NATIONAL MTB SERIES #5 Ballito

Venue

Holla Trails, Collisheen Estate, Ballito, Kwa-Zulu Natal, RSA

Registration

Concept Cyclery Ballito - Sat 09h00-13h00 Holla Trails - Sun 06h30-09h30

Distances

10km | 20km | 40km | 70km | 105km

Date

26 July 2015

Elevation

76m Above Sea Level

Participants 500+

Ballito is situated roughly 40 kilometres north of Durban. It forms part of the KwaDukuza local Municipality, and iLembe District Municipality. Dolphins are common on this stretch of the North Coast shoreline, hence the nickname Dolphin Coast.

Holla Mountain Bike Trails launched on 1 March 2009. Holla Trails are a system of marked mountain biking trails among the farms in the Ballito area. Only riders with a Holla permit are allowed access to the farmlands in the Ballito, Compensation and Upper Tongaat area, those without permits are trespassing and risk prosecution. This arrangement was carefully negotiated with private landowners in the region who were becoming increasingly concerned about the uncontrolled growth of mountain biking in the area.

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The town was established in 1954 as a private township, by the Glen Anil Development Corporation/Investments which was headed up by Dr Edward (Eddie) Rubenstein (1903– 1972). The word “Ballito” translated from Spanish means “little ball”. The town’s name was borrowed from a glossy advert for Ballito hosiery made by Ballito Hosiery Limited of St. Albans, England The area was originally a portion of a sugar cane farm at Compensation Beach owned by Basil Townsend.

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History and winners 13.

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The Ballito leg of the Ashburton Investments National MTB Series is owned by ADVENDURANCE. Holla Trails consists of over 340kms of marked and signed trails and is continually being improved and added to! There are trails for both novice and experienced mountain bikers alike. Riders are amazed at the variety of track and spectacular scenery that is available. There is plenty of track for the newer riders and it will finally give many people who want to get into mountain biking the chance to get out without getting lost and risking trespassing. The sport of mountain biking has been given a huge boost by becoming more accessible to aspirant riders. The Holla Trails Centre hosted by Collisheen Estates is a great venue where riders are able to park their cars in a secure environment, and shower after their ride before enjoying drinks and a light meal on weekends. The emphasis at the trail head is to create an environment that reintroduces kids and families to the outdoor activities of the days of old. You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find any computer games or cartoon networks here. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about getting outside to play. Thanks to all the 20+ land owners through which the route traverses; without your co-operation this event would not be possible.

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The event supports local business and the local community.

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Route and features 15.

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Half-marathon The half-marathon goes out in a southerly direction and moves clock-wise through some of the lower lying regions of the Holla Trails trail network. The route is separate from the Marathon and 20km ride ensuring that riders have a route thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear of back markers. Riders can expect lots of great trails that showcase the best of what Holla Trails has to offer, and a bit more thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new and not usually included. Marathon The marathon heads directly inland towards the escarpment. This is where the climbing starts as riders make their way to the Rainfarm game lodge and beyond. Riders can expect gravel roads and jeep track with periodic singletrack sections through indigenous forests, making their way up toward Glendale Heights. Here riders get to ride some flowing trails before turning back down. On the way back to Rainfarm game lodge, riders will be greeted by fast singletrack sections and rolling hills. Ultra Marathon

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The ultra marathon will be a combination of the two routes, and riders will first do the marathon before coming past the start/finish line for their second loop on the half-marathon.

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Water Point #1

20.0km

FTA #2 (Team)

67.0km

KOM / QOM

20.0km

Water Point #4

81.0km

FTA #1 (Neutral)

30.0km

Water Point #5

94.0km

Water Point #2

44.0km

Total Distance (GE)

105.00km

Water Point #3

59.0km

Directions to FTA Zones FTA #1: 29°26’18.7”S 31°07’43.4”E This is a Neutral FTA. Please provide Concept Cyclery your bottles / spares FTA #2: 29°29’31.3”S 31°10’55.0”E From the venue turn left and travel approximately 1.2km to the entrance of Holla Trails. Turn left and continue for 520m. Turn left and find a spot to park.

Rules and 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 - severe penalties or disqualifications will follow. This event makes use of CSA / SA-MTB rules and is ultimately affiliated to the UCI.

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Access to the FTA Zones (Feed & Technical Assistance Zone) Report to registration where we will issue you with your Team Zone access card. Only teams have access to setup in the team designated area.

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Spectator Zone #1 Spectator Zone #2

3.5km from venue / 42.0km Into the race (Marathon/Ultra) 1.7km from venue / 67.0km into the race (Ultra marathon)

Directions to Spectator Zones SZ #1 : 29°27’59.5”S 31°09’00.5”E (Gravel Road) From the Venue turn right. Travel approximately 3.5km. The riders will join the route from the left. SZ #2 : 29°29’31.3”S 31°10’55.0”E From the venue turn left and travel approximately 1.2km to the entrance of Holla Trails. Turn left and continue for 520m. Turn left and find a spot to park.

Rules and 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.

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Access to the Spectator 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.

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Marathon 1

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1000m

Water Point

900m

Ascent:

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Date

Saturday 25th July 2015

09:00 - 13:00

Registration and On-line entries (Concept Cyclery Ballito)

Date

Sunday 26th July 2015

07:45

Riders call up / Interviews / Briefing

08:05

Start Marathon 70km Ladies “UCI Licensed”.

08:30

Start ½ Marathon 40km Men “A”.

09:30

Start Fun Race 20km “A”. Batches 5min

06:30 - 09:30

Registration and Late entries