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BEKKENK BREAKS COURSE RECORD TO WIN 36ONE! The near perfect weather conditions and relatively smooth surfaces on the Rooiberg Pass contributed to a fast paced 2017 36ONE MTB Challenge which was won by Ramses Bekkenk in a new record time of 13 hours, 59 minutes and 55 seconds, on 22 April 2017. Jeannie Dreyer was the first woman to complete the 361 kilometre long route – which started and finished at Kleinplaas Holiday Resort in Oudtshoorn – in a time of 16 hours, 59 minutes and 27 seconds, which was 27 minutes slower than the women’s record she set in 2015. Dutch mountain biker Bekkenk, riding in the KMC-Fruit to Go colours, had to win the race the hard way riding solo for 270 kilometres; after Jean Biermans double flatted while sharing the lead with him shortly after Check Point 1. Bekkenk had punctured 15 kilometres before the first Check Point, but he managed to repair the flat and rejoin the leading group, before changing wheels at the Check Point. Photo: Ramses Bekkenk had to put the hammer down in the final 40km to secure the course record - Photo Credit: Oakpics.com
Bekkenk had expressed his reticence, before the race, to attack from too far out and when Biermans punctured, Bekkenk initially soft peddled waiting for his compatriot, but when Biermans did not catch him Bekkenk forged on alone. Biermans for his part was struggling with a short valve which he inadvertently broke forcing him to insert his second and final spare tube. When he punctured again at the 170 kilometre mark, his race was well and truly over.
For founders Peter Diesel-Reynolds, Ernst Viljoen and Pieter Joubert, years of corporate experience coupled with an enduring passion for the sport, makes this event a Proudly South African reality, and an international first too.
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CAPE DUO CHALLENGE SOON TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF CYCLING
Start dusting off your bicycles for the Cape Duo Challenge, a four-day, multi-discipline cycling event aimed at 600 amateurs competing in paired teams that challenges riders’ prowess both on and off-road. The first-of-its-kind multi-stage cycling event will take place from Thursday, 5 October to Sunday, 8 October 2017.
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“Every current single stage or multi-stage bike race in South Africa, and the world over, is either a road race or a mountain bike race. Since the explosion of mountain biking, the industry has started lacking innovation,” says Diesel-Reynolds, CEO of Skills Resource Group.“ Many events are losing attraction because they are just repeats of the current format. This is especially true for small scale races, which are now taking place every weekend in just about every province in the country.” The cycling event industry needs innovation.“Everyone is waiting for a new, fresh challenge,” Joubert, adds and this is it!
It will take on the format of a tag-relay race, with one rider completing the road leg and then tagging his/her partner to send him/her off on the off-road leg. On the second and third day of the race, riders move on to Schalk Burger & Sons’ famous wine estate, Welbedacht, situated under the picturesque Groenberg mountain range, Wellington.
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The fourth, and final day of the race sees riders competing in the historic Paarl Winelands. Riders will have the pleasure of making their way through the mountainous back roads of the region and drink in the views of the lovely surrounding wine farms and orchards.
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JOOST’S LEGACY LIVES ON WITH J9 FOUNDATION LIBERTY WINELANDS ENCOUNTER
The memory of Springbok rugby legend Joost van der Westhuizen will hover over the Liberty Winelands Encounter next month when the J9 Foundation cycling team take part in the event for the first time. Presented by ASG Events in partnership with STANLIB, the three-stage mountain bike race starting on April 21 will take riders through spectacular trails in the Western Cape towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Wellington, just over two months after Van der Westhuizen passed away from motor neurone disease (MND). The team of Cape Town lawyer Dirk Kotze and Namgear cycling equipment company boss Marius Bronkhorst will represent the foundation at the race, with raising awareness of MND their chief priority. “Most people, of course, know of Joost, and when they see our kit with the J9 Foundation logo there is always a lot of talk about what we are trying to do. It provides us with a chance to inform them what it is all about,” said 35-yearold Kotze from Bellville.
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Kotze explained that the J9 Foundation was formed by the 1995 World Cup-winning star after he was diagnosed with MND in early 2011. He added that the foundation have 29 beneficiaries and care for over 40 families who are affected by the disease and helped with MND research.
Growth in demand for The 36ONE MTB Challenge entries has exceeded all expectations to the point that Dryland Event Management have decided to close entries early for the 2017 event. Not only are there over 1 000 riders already registered to take part, but over half of that number are set to undertake the full 361 kilometre race as solo competitors. In addition to the 530 registered solo riders for the full route there are another 136 riders registered to ride the long route with a teammate. The remaining entrants are either racing The 36ONE in relay teams of two or four, or racing the ‘short’ distance 180 kilometre option either on their own or as a team of two. The 361 kilometre route, it is clear, is no longer the daunting challenge it once was. When 36ONE Asset Management and Dryland Event Management conceived the event in 2011 – the first event took place in 2012 – they fully expect the relay options to remain the most popular entry options.
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“More than 50% of the approximately 1 million South African cyclists are more than just casual riders and approximately one hundred thousand will participate in some event over a three year cycle,” says Viljoen. “Most amateur multi-stage races are becoming expensive; the Cape Duo Challenge is a well-positioned and priced event.” Finally, Ground Level Projects - an organization that targets children in drug-torn and poverty stricken areas of the Western Cape and provides them with education and life skills - will be the main beneficiary of the race. The Cape Duo Challenge is an opportunity for South African cyclists who are passionate about the sport to experience something truly unique and novel, and to create history in doing so.
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Reflecting on leading on his own for so long Bekkenk said: “It was very difficult to judge your effort. I could not see my Garmin so I did not know how fast I was going. I was worried I was maybe going too slowly or even too fast. It was mentally very challenging.” When the sun rose though and he realised he was in with a shot of breaking the course record he put the hammer down. “I saw I had an hour and ten minutes to do the last 40 kilometres and I knew it was mostly downhill so I pushed really hard.” In the women’s race Dreyer dominated throughout, racing to a comfortable victory over Johanna Josten. Speaking after crossing the finish line Dreyer said: “It was just a matter of keeping my wheels and pedals turning. I burnt all my matches following the guys yesterday, so this morning was very tough. Martin’s saying from his adventure racing days is that you do not quit until you are stretched off the course and I used that to keep me going.” The relay teams started 20 minutes after the solo riders, but the Kinky Wizards team did not let that dissuade them as they blitzed the course. With no support from the other relay teams, Gerrie Beukes could not make any inroads on the big groups of solo riders ahead of them during the first 83 kilometre leg of the race. In the second leg Janpaul Gerber slowly turned the tide, reeling the leaders on the road in by 5 minutes. Taking over the baton for the toughest section of the race Neill Ungerer rode out of his skin, overhauling the lead of Bekkenk – passing the solo rider on the Rooiberg Pass – and handing Yolande de Villiers a 5 minute lead for the final leg. In the final 81 kilometres, from Calitzdorp to Oudtshoorn, de Villiers extended that lead to cross the finish line first, clock the fastest time of the race and claim victory in the four person relay team category.
Photo: Jeannie Dreyer raced to victory in a time of 16 hours, 59 minutes and 27 seconds in the 2017 36ONE MTB Challenge - Photo Credit: Oakpics.com
In the remaining full 36ONE race categories Craig Edward and Dane Walsh won the two person team’s category, while Kevin Benkenstein and Mikayla Webb won the mixed team category. The two rider relay was won by Corné Nel and Philip La Grange. The 180.5 kilometre long Half 36ONE MTB Challenge was won by Luca Stermin, in a time of 7 hours, 52 minutes and 55 seconds, in the solo men’s race, while Isabella du Preez won the solo women’s title; with Loraine Strydom and Mark Weedall winning the team category in the shorter distance race.
COMFORTABLE VICTORY FOR WOOLCOCK & KRUGER Using the same strategy as before, the BCX duo were again able to build up a lead during the first half of the 48km final stage in the Wellington area en route to winning in 1:49:34. Woolcock and Kruger sealed the title with an overall racing time of 6:18:53, ahead of Hill and Joubert (6:28:01) and Uys and Carstens (6:30:57). Sweden’s Jennie Stenerhag added the women’s title to the Cape Epic crown she won last month, when she and her Cape Brewing Company teammate Katie Lennard completed a comfortable overall victory in 7:38:48. In the mixed category, dormakaba RA’s Corne Barnard and Vera Adrian won their third stage in a row in 2:03:10 to head the general classification on 7:07:28.
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The scenic and unique Cape played host to the Liberty Winelands Encounter – a spectacular three stage event that showcased the beautiful terrain that links Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl and Wellington, over what is believed to be some of the best mountain-biking terrain in the country. The third edition of the event took place over the weekend of 21- 23 April 2017, presented by ASG Events and MTB Adventures. The 180km three-day stage race allowed amateur higher net-worth mountain bikers with a passion the experience of a lifetime. Seasoned pros Waylon Woolcock and HB Kruger captured the overall title in the three-day mountain bike race at their first attempt after setting the pace from day one.
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“The champions of our childhood are the champions for our lives”. This phrase that Tour de France Director Christian Prudhomme likes to reiterate took on extra meaning on 24 March when more than 5,000 school kids from the ages of 10 to 12 participated in the “Tour de France dictation”. The vast majority of the cities and departments that will host the 2017 Tour de France have responded very favourably to this project to highlight the French language, as well as the communities the Tour de France will race through, having the pupils work on a text linked to the Tour de France. At stake: invitations to experience “their” stage from behind the scenes of the Tour!
If you look hard enough in the mountain forests of the Inland Empire in California, you will discover a dream mountain bike jump line skilfully crafted from nothing by the hands, flesh and soul of enthusiast Sammy Mercado.
The project: 5,000 pupils on the route of the Tour - The project was announced by Tour de France Director, Christian Prudhomme during the Presentation of the 2017 Tour de France last October. The “Tour de France dictation” took place in 19 cities and four departments that the Tour will race through this year. Even the city of the Grand Départ got into the act, with the participation of the Lycée Français in Düsseldorf! To each their own text! - In its desire to bring youngsters closer to today’s cycling champions and allow them to better relate to the Tour de France, the texts have not been chosen at random. Thus, for each city and department, an extract from an article from the Regional Daily Press was selected with the subject of the Tour de France and the current cyclists obviously, but especially the hometown of the students concerned! In addition, several personalities with links to the Tour de France read the text to students in their hometown, like Francois Simon (former wearer of the Yellow Jersey) at Troyes, Anatole Novak (winner of a stage on the 1961 Tour) at La Mure.
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Using his own manpower, along with a shovel, pickaxe and some water - he carried into the desert using five-gallon (23 litre) buckets - he had carved a slice of freeride paradise into the hidden hills of Southern California. From humble beginnings in Guadalajara, Mexico, Mercado was raised in a broken home and worked jobs that inspired him to take initiative and move to America. Upon arrival, he started mowing lawns regularly in the area. One of his clients was the Diamond Bar Skatepark where Mercado found himself learning the art of building dirt jumps and earnestly watching the intricacies of biking. Experiencing the freedom of his local hills and striving to become the best rider he could be, Sammy took action to create a personal line based purely on his own creativity. “It’s always hard to build something from scratch and then not to know if it’s going to work, or not. In winter, it’s the rainy season, and it’s the best time of year to built.” During summer he had to fill buckets at home and drive them out and carry them to the spot, one at a time. Upon its completion after two years of work, the 28-year-old who now works in construction, invited professional riders Carson Storch and Darren Berrecloth to Riverside to check it out.
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In Dole, it was the late Roger Pingeon, winner of the 1967 Tour de France, who read the Dictation text. Jean-François Bernard, wearer of the Yellow Jersey 20 years after Pingeon, dictated a text in his honour. And even the Tour de France Director, Christian Prudhomme, travelled to Périgueux read the texts of the Dordogne students. The reward: experience “your” stage thoroughly! - ‘’The Tour of my dreams is the Tour that passes in front my house’’. The nine best pupils from each participating city will experience this adage in the best possible way this coming July. They will have the privilege of experiencing “their stage”, this coming July in VIP style (access to the Start Village, finish line tribune, the signature podium with the riders and a chance to discover the Tour from behind the scenes). The passage of the Tour de France in their hometown or village is always a memorable moment. The “Tour de France dictation” wishes to make it unforgettable.
New Dates Announced for the 2017 Presidential Cycling Tour of Turkey After a meeting of the UCI Professional Cycling Council (PCC) on 21 March in Brussels, Belgium, it has been agreed that the Presidential Cycling Tour of Turkey will be postponed to 10-15 October 2017. The announcement of new dates follows a postponement of the event from its scheduled date in April, and comes with the confirmation of the continued full support of the Turkish Government and the race organisation to the success of this longstanding event. This place in the UCI WorldTour calendar is only for 2017.
“It was humbling to come and ride the trail that Sammy had built and to see how much work he had put in. Now that I travel the world riding trails and jumps that other people build, it’s inspiring to see Sammy’s passion and fun to experience the grassroots way of mountain biking again,” Carson said.
Du Preez Heads To Uk To Chase Her Dreams After Track cyclist, Charlene du Preez’s excellent performance at the African Continental Track Championships in Durban during March and a roller coaster ride at the recent National Track Championships at the Bellville Velodrome, the 30-yearold is leaving South Africa in quest of more international honours. Charlene du Preez is now preparing for a five-year stay in the United Kingdom to be part of Team South Africa at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. Du Preez’s husband Jaco, a quantity surveyor by profession obtained a five-year work permit, and automatically qualifies her for five years as his partner. Her journey which starts in May forms part of her preparation for Japan in 2020. “To get there, I need to start participating at international level. I still have to get to that level and the only way to get there is to be there on the European circuit.” The Du Preez’s will be based in Swanley, around 25km south-east of London, close to the Herne Hill Velodrome. “I will definitely join in and get to know people, and from there I hope I’ll meet the right people who will continue to help point me in the right direction.” In terms of a team, Charlene has nothing lined up in the UK yet, and will be racing in her Clover SA’s kit. As she gains experience, she will have to enter the big races to earn UCI points.
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She will also participate in a few criterium races in Belgium to assist her for track fitness.Du Preez is already an accomplished all-rounder on two wheels, having taken bronze in the women’s road race at the Continental Road Championships in Egypt in February, but for Tokyo 2020 it going to be all about track. Charlene had to cut short her recent National Track Championships due to a family bereavement, that meant she missed the Omnium and the last two days of competition.
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LIFE MOVES FAST, AND YOUR BODY SHOULDN’T CONFINE YOU. AS A QUALIFIED BIOKINETICIST, I FOCUS ON RESTORING PROPER MOBILITY AND ELIMINATING RESTRICTIONS SO THAT YOU CAN LIVE A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS. What is biokinetics? Biokinetics utilises physical activity as the primary therapeutic modality in preventative health care and improvement of physical condition, as well as final phase rehabilitation for cardiac, orthopaedic, and chronic disease population groups. What do biokineticists do? Biokineticists perform a comprehensive, functional assessment on each patient and then prescribe scientifically based exercise programmes based on their evaluation findings. These findings determine whether the patient has poor cardiovascular and respiratory function, muscle weakness or imbalances, inflexibility or instability or poor neuromuscular co-ordination. The word Biokinetics is taken from the Greek word “BIOS” which means “life” and “KINESIS” which means “movement”. In other word’s the maintenance of quality of life through use of physical activity. How do Cyclists depend on biokinetics? Cyclists spend many hours in the same position while pushing hundreds of watts through the pedals. When riding, some muscles will be used to hold you in position, while others are working on generating power through the pedals. The focus should be on correctly isolating, recruiting and utilising core stability and power generating muscles in order to be more effective on the bike, while decreasing the chances of pain and injury.
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Why would it be beneficial to book your appointment with our Biokineticist? When thinking about cycling, your muscles must be able to hold you in position effectively. When you properly initiate the correct muscles for both power generation and stabilization, they create a stable base for the powerful gluteals, quadriceps and hamstrings to work off, while protecting the back and knees from injuries. Latter will result in optimal function and you as cyclist, will move more efficiently and use less energy. Cyclists who use the incorrect muscles for stabilisation and power will often risk back, hip and knee pain and injury.
Low back pain from lack of support from stabilising muscles. In the cycling position if you back muscles are not working, then over time the disc, nerves and ligaments will become stressed and irritated. Hip and groin pain from excessive side to side movement of the pelvis on the bike seat. Sciatic nerve pain due to excessive movement through the lumbo-pelvic region and irritation of spinal nerves. Excessive use of hamstrings and lateral thigh muscles to compensate for lack of gluteal strength layers over a stable pelvic base. Excessive use of quadriceps and hip flexors to compensate for lack of hip and spinal extensor strength. Stiffness and pain in the mid-back and neck regions as the cyclist tries to stabilise the body via the arm muscles and handlebars. Pins and needles in the hands, and hand problems from stabilising and weight bearing through the arms.
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Cape Pioneer Trek 2017 Route Returns To Swartberg Pass Summit “We wanted to change the rhythm of the race a bit this year, by taking out a prologue. We’ll have three tough stages to start, a short time trail stage, which many can use for recovery and then three tough stages to finish with,” said Henco Rademeyer of Dryland Event Management. “We’re excited to reintroduce the Swartberg Pass stage with a mountain-top finish. Even though it creates a logistical challenge for us, it’s an iconic feature of the Cape Pioneer Trek and one of the reasons the race has built up such a ‘mustdo’ reputation.” “We will in time announce details, but we’ll also ensure that there is a substantial prize for the first men and women’s teams to the summit of the Swartberg on Stage 6. To create a race within the race,” added Rademeyer. From flat beach sand of Mossel Bay to the shaded indigenous and planted forest slopes of the Outeniqua Mountains; from firm loamy soil to hard, loose rock; from moist coastal air to hot, dry desert atmosphere, the contrast will remain extreme and very much a signature feature of the Cape Pioneer Trek. Photo Credit: www.zcmc.co.za
The route for the ninth Momentum Health Cape Pioneer Trek, presented by Biogen international mountain bike stage race has been revealed and it’s longer than the 2016 edition, with more climbing. It also spends more time in the coastal region around Mossel Bay, It has a time trial stage in the middle and returns to a mountain-top finish on the majestic Swartberg Pass. The seven-day race, from 15 - 21 October, once again carries International Cycling Union (UCI) grading, which means guaranteed minimum prize money, media coverage and UCI rankings points for the top finishers. This ensures a strong international field will be on the start line and also sees the rest of the field benefit from the high standards.
“We are heading west of Mossel Bay early on, which is an area new to the Cape Pioneer Trek and the stage to the Swartberg Pass takes us quite far north compared to last year. The Swartberg mountain range divides the Great Karoo and the Klein Karoo so the riders will experience exceptional diversity in terrain and vegetation in just one week of racing,” said Rademeyer.
New route focus for TransCape
This year’s race will cover 572km over the seven days (72km longer that last year) and will include a total 10 650 meters of vertical ascent (1 030m more than in 2016). Unlike the last few years, there will be no prologue time trial. Instead, there will be two stages in the Mossel Bay coastal region then a transition stage to George. That’s followed by a short Stage 4 time trial before the race heads further into the Karoo with the return to the Swartberg Pass before finishing in Oudtshoorn. After excluding the Swartberg Pass from last year’s edition, the organisers have returned to the iconic mountain, which rises 1 000m in 11km and which always has a telling impact on the outcome of the race. It will have a mountain-top finish, which may be the only one in the world for mountain bike stage racing.
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Organisers of the TransCape mountain bike race have enlisted Cape Epic route designer Pieter van Wyk to ensure the 2018 route is a fun, yet technical challenge. The seven-day event, driven by Volvo Cars South Africa, will take riders on a picturesque 614km journey between Knysna and Franschhoek from 4-10 February 2018. “The aim is to encourage more professionals to take part and my objective is not only to satisfy their needs, but to ensure the majority of riders are catered for as well,” said Pieter van Wyk. Photo From L-R: Petrus Maree, Kate Southey, Drew Scott and Andrew Damp Photo Credit: Plett Tourism/Micaela Pretorius
You may see them cycling, running, paddling and navigating their way around Plett, conquering the indigenous mountains, bountiful valleys and alluring rivers along the way. The Plett Adventure Race Team, sponsored by Plett Tourism, will also once again tackle the gruelling Expedition Africa event, one of the highlights of the Adventure Racing World Series. This year, contestants from all over the world will compete between 12 - 21 May in the Baviaanskloof Wilderness area and the surrounding Kouga area in the Eastern Cape. The Plett Adventure Race team are sporting a new adventure wardrobe. The team of four local adventure extremists will be cycling, running, paddling and navigating their own way from check point to check point on an unmarked route during Expedition Africa. The locals who make up the team include Drew Scott, Petrus Maree, Andrew Damp and the only female member, Kate Southey. “We are very proud to sponsor these four dynamic and courageous adventure racers and are thrilled with their new racing kit. Throughout the year they train on local trails and mountain bike tracks from Tsitsikamma to George.” “They also participate in many adventure races throughout South Africa. If they can inspire more adventure cyclists, runners and kayakers to come and experience our world class trails, then that’s just fantastic. They are great ambassadors for our area,” says Plett Tourism Media Spokesperson Patty Butterworth. Fans can follow the team’s adventure during Expedition Africa at #plettadventure on Twitter.
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According to Van Wyk, his plan would be to create easy-flowing tracks throughout that would be enjoyable rather than overly technical. Van Wyk, who has been in charge of the Cape Epic route for the past three years, said input from ASG Events chief executive Wynand de Villiers would influence many of the changes for the next edition and that he will base his route alterations on feedback from Wynand, who rode in the event this year. He has a few changes in mind. “The process of implementing the anticipated changes was due to start within the next few months. The main route has already been planned. It’s purely a case of finalising the smaller details and adding the finishing touches.” He said the focus would be to lessen the number of open district roads which riders had traversed in the past, but make the race a lot more fun for the riders by getting them onto more farm roads and single-tracks, shortening some of the stages by making them easier, and adding a number of technical elements. The route will visit many of the same towns as in the past, but only the most scenic and memorable elements would remain, but one major change is that Van Wyksdorp will fall away. “We’ll keep riders closer to the sea because this area provides far nicer riding opportunities with more trails. Another change will come towards the end of the race. From Greyton, the route will head towards the Houw Hoek Inn near Grabouw rather than Villiersdorp,” Van Wyk added. He said that the overall plan would be to make the race “fun and doable” for the average person. “We will aim to make it a nice mountain biking experience for everyone rather than test them to their limits.” For more information visit www.transcapemtb.co.za
MTB
Entries Open for 2017
Dr Evil Classic
Ladismith Cheese 7Weekspoort MTB Challenge
The New Style Of Mtb Stage Race There’s a reason Plettenberg Bay is called the Riviera of South Africa. It’s where the well-heeled choose to head to when there’s a break in their busy schedules; or where they go to relax during the annual summer holiday. ‘Plett’ has some of the country’s finest beaches, indigenous forests and a picturesque coastline. It has also developed a growing food and wine culture for the discerning. Oh and more recently, it’s become a great place to ride a mountain bike. Yes, just a short hop away is Knysna, a town that’s well known for its historic role in the early days of mountain biking. But in terms of modern mountain bike trail progression, Plett is a shining example of what’s possible when you want to develop trails that are fun to ride, and which take in the full spectrum of terrain and points of interest in the area. Introducing the new-style of mountain bike stage race – an event that’s designed to complement and fully explore its location and deliver participants an unforgettable experience both on and off the bike.
Photo Credit: Oakpics.com
Entries to one of the Western Cape’s best loved mountain bike events, the Ladismith Cheese 7Weekspoort MTB Challenge opened during the second week of March. Each year the event grows from strength to strength since its inception in 2004. The 2017 edition, which takes place on the 30th of September, promises to be the best yet. The quiet Karoo town of Ladismith relies on cheese, agriculture and tourism for its subsistence and the Ladismith Cheese 7Weekspoort MTB Challenge incorporates all three of the region’s keystones. For title sponsors Ladismith Cheese the event is a source of tremendous pride, there is even a race within the race among employees. The tourism boost which the Ladismith Cheese 7Weekspoort MTB Challenge provides cannot be underestimated.
The BUCO Dr Evil Classic, which takes place on the long weekend of 21 - 23 September, is a race, of course, but it’s not all about finishing positions. It’s also about times. Fast times and good times. The former for the speedy and competitive types and the latter for, well, pretty much everyone. There are three different start/finish venues – one for each stage. Yes, it’s logistically more challenging for the organisers, but it’s allowed the route designer, the legendary Dr Evil (Leon Evans), to avoid repetition of trail use and keep riders stimulated for the entire duration of the event.
Not only does accommodation in and around Ladismith sell out over the weekend of the race but the event also showcases some of the region’s premier attractions to visitors who would otherwise race past on Route 62 without stopping to view Ladismith’s Victorian architecture, or cruise up the magnificent Seweweekspoort. The more adventurous will also note the hiking around the town, with routes up to the famous Towerkop – which was, legend has it, split by a witch – or to the highest peak in the Western Cape, the Seweweekspoort Peak – which stands 2 325 meters above sea level. The 82 kilometre and 40 kilometre routes take in the spectacular Seweweekspoort before exploring the orchards of the Hoeko Valley, which the 26 kilometre route races directly towards. Agriculture is one of the main employers in the region and first time visitors are often surprised at how lush the vegetation in the valleys are when contrasted to the dusty Karoo shrubs and thorn trees which populate the foothills of the Klein Swartberg mountain range. The Ladismith Cheese 7Weekspoort MTB Challenge offers a distance for every mountain biker in the family, with the 82 kilometre main race taking in a challenging 1 750 metres of vertical ascent as it climbs the Seweweekspoort, loops into the rugged Great Karoo and traverses the Hoeko Valley to sneak back into Ladismith along a little used back road. The 40 kilometre distance is perfect for the older children in the family or less fit riders as it gains a very manageable 690 metres in elevation and consists largely of easily ridable district gravel road. The shortest distance of the event is the 26km route, which heads directly from the start in Amalienstein towards Ladismith, via the Hoeko Valley. Without the magnificent Seweweekspoort the short route is not as diversely scenic as the longer options, but it is still a treat for the youngest members of the family or those very new to mountain biking. For more information visit www.7weekspoortmtb.co.za
It’s another Dr Evil Classic innovation aimed at eliminating the encroaching ‘Groundhog Day’ effect at the start and finish of most three-day stage races. “It’s widely known that South Africa is the mountain bike stage race capital of the world. But with this high number of stage races (there are at least 70 a year), especially the three-day duration events, there’s a risk of stagnation. With the Dr Evil Classic, we have purposefully changed our format to ensure our participants feel, hear, see, taste or smell something new every day,” said Zandile Meneses, Event Director. “Because the 2017 Dr Evil Classic finishes the day before the popular Karoo to Coast, which is on Sunday, 24 September; and because Monday, 25 September is a public holiday, we are expecting a growth in entrant numbers this year. It’s an exciting time for our event and for the Plett area, which really is becoming a new mountain biking hot spot,” added Meneses. What are the distances? Day 1 – 73km, Day 2 – 40km, Day 3 – 50km all over moderately challenging, incredibly varied and scenic terrain. For more information visit www.drevilclassic.co.za
Greyt Escape MTB Sanctioned by CSA Greyt Escape 3 Day MTB Stage has been given a boost for 2017 after being sanctioned by Cycling South Africa (CSA) and added to the race calendar, which means that professional cyclists can now join and earn UCI points. The race will take place from 16-18 June in the Overberg town of Greyton. The quaint country village of Greyton situated at the foot of the majestic Riviersonderend Mountains, with it’s old-style, warm country hospitality, bring to the discerning mountain biker the terrain that challenges, rewards, and finally releases the rider to reminisce about a day out there that won’t be forgotten. Riders can choose between the following distances: 55km, 63km or 45km. The routes and trails offer spectacular riding, and was also used to a great extent by this year’s Absa Cape Epic. Riders can look forward to an adventure whilst riding each day’s route, discovering all the new places that the route has to offer, whilst enjoying what you are strongest at, whether it be climbing, open road, or single track. The organisers have also added a event for friends, family, or parters who want to enjoy a 40km MTB ride on the farm roads of Greyton. The entry includes lunch at The Oaks Estate.
Photo: Jacques Marais
Other family activities include The Greyt (Trail) Run on the Saturday, fantastic hikes in the pristine Nature Reserve, mountain biking in and around the easy trails around the town, lots of eateries, coffee shops, art galleries, horse riding and many more. For more information visit www.thegreytescape.com
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BRANDING
Team Kansai Plascon
Team Dormakaba
During the Absa Cape Epic, one of the world’s most respected sporting events spectators have seen many familiar brands on board to support and sponsor various cycling teams on their eight-day epic adventure. It is not just brands directly linked to sport that is benefiting through sports branding - such brands as Kansai Plascon and Dorma Karba. A few months ago Kansai Plascon was approached to sponsor a new pairing (Max Knox and Hector Leonardo Paez Leon) for the Cape Epic which could potentially challenge for a podium place. Knox is well-known as one of South Africa’s top mountain bikers, and Paez (from Colombia) has a solid reputation on the global stage as being one of the world’s best. As Africa’s largest paint manufacturer, Kansai Plascon is the premium choice in retail, professional, industrial, furniture and automotive coatings markets across the continent.
Photo Credit: Craig Kolesky
Dormakaba is a German & Swiss manufacturer and installer of premium around the door access solutions. So anything that opens, closes and secures a door including door hardware, lodging systems, electronic access and data, physical access solutions, entrance systems, interior glass systems, safe locks, movable walls, master key systems, key systems and service.
The question is why a paint manufacturer would opt to get involved with a sporting event of this nature. Kansai Plascon recently launched a new brand positioning of “Designed for Life” and the brand felt that the Absa Cape Epic and the athletes were a great fit with their new ideology. “For 128 years Plascon has been leading the way in the coatings industry. While we have always led from the front in innovation and industry it is not merely our scientific expertise that has given us this edge. Long before we take to the laboratory, our inspiration is derived from curiosity that gives us the insights to innovate and our relentless pursuit for excellence is never-ending. But this curiosity would be futile if it did not lead to the enhancement of human lives. Our aim is simple – to make people’s lives better throughout their life journeys. Our science and success are founded in emotion and enhancement. Plascon is Designed for Life,” says Zurita Moore, Corporate and Digital Communication Specialist at Kansai Plascon. The Absa Cape Epic is about living life at 100%; it’s about being challenged and tested to breaking point, and drawing on sheer passion and determination to pull through the rough parts of the ride in the pursuit for excellence. In many ways, the Absa Cape Epic, and the athletes quest for sporting excellence, too is Designed for Life – which made the decision to get involved as a sponsor so much easier for Kansai Plascon. Sponsorship in sport has always been an interesting topic, where many have debated the true value of putting money behind sporting teams and events in a bid to drive marketing efforts by a brand. Often when brands get involved with sponsorship deals, it’s initiated and driven by one of their agency’s who are on the journey and ensure that all deliverables pertaining to the sponsorship are met – with regular updates to the client that their sponsorship is on track. This was not the case with Kansai Plascon – who handled the sponsorship themselves, and personally engaged and supported the athletes on the ground, from day one. They also had a dedicated photographer capturing each and every moment, to
Dormakaba South Africa has been running for over 30 years with presence in all of Sub Saharan Africa. Their clients are architects, quantity surveyors, project managers, engineers, developers and anyone in the architectural construction industry. They recently found out that these clients have all taken up mountain biking as mountain biking is the new golf. They decided to sponsor mountain bike athlete, Nico Pfitzenmaier by hosting Dormakaba MTB clinics where Nico, one of the best technical riders in the country provides clients with professional tips of the trail. This proved to be a great success, and the following year they brought on Candice Lill (formerly Neethling) and then Vera Adrian. “Dormakaba South Africa is also passionate about women empowerment, our Team dormakaba Candice and Vera flying the company flag in front of the camera, with over 65% women behind the camera (office staff) too.” “We are more than a company who sponsors a team, dormakaba is passionate about good health and specifically mountain biking. Many dormakaba staff members have embraced the sport too, including our director, Shaun Frayne, who recently completed his first Absa Cape Epic. This is why you will see a whole team of us at the events.” “Being a global company we received a lot of pull back on sponsoring athletes due to the risk of scandal, so the pressure was on to find athletes on integrity.”
Photo Credit: Craig Kolesky
“Our three chosen ambassadors truly embody the brand value of trust, performance and courage and we are proud to sponsor them. Candice & Vera completed their first Absa Cape Epic this year, but we did not put pressure on them to win as it was their first time and rather encouraged them to enjoy the trail and most importantly embrace the pain.”
be shared with the team’s fans on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and the team’s blog. The Team Kansai Plascon management team were personally invested in this partnership from the word “go.” For Kansai Plascon, this sponsorship was a way for the brand to personally get involved in supporting the professional aspirations of some of the world’s top athletes within the mountain bike space (what they are doing is Designed for Life.) One of the biggest benefits of having sponsorship funding is that it allows athletes and organisations to focus more on the training and production of their sports, than looking for money to fund their efforts. Their energy is spent on what they’re good at – and in this case for Knox and Paez, it was on their racing. And it seems the sponsorship paid off. Team Kansai Plascon placed 4th in the 2017 Absa Cape Epic. Sure, a podium placement is always fantastic for a brand who’s put money behind an individual or team, but this does not always mean that a sponsorship was successful or worthwhile.
“The team are currently the defending champions for both the Berg&Bush and the sani2c (we’ve just entered them into the 2017 sani2c). The ladies are more than team mates, they are great friends who really support each other and that in itself is a pleasure to work with.”
“A sponsorship is only as successful as a brand makes it. And for Kansai Plascon, it was most certainly valuable – thanks to people and passion.”
“Both women are Olympians of different disciplines (Vera of Road, Candice of XC) but they’ve found strength in stage racing and we look forward to their ascent.”
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GENERAL
Cape Pioneer Trek
Supports MTB Trail Network in George
Luke Moir
riding the crest of the wave
When the Momentum Health Cape Pioneer Trek, presented by Biogen, rolls into George on the 17th of October 2017 it will be the ninth time Dryland Event Management’s flag ship event visits the capital of the Southern Cape. For seven of those nine visits the stop-offs in George were all-too brief though. In 2017 the trails of George will play host to one of the event’s most exciting stages, a 31 kilometre long mid-race time trial, on Stage 4. The mid-race time trial is a first for the Cape Pioneer Trek, and the first in South African mountain biking since the Absa Cape Epic last used the format in 2011. With more than three hundred riders expected to take part in the Momentum Health Cape Pioneer Trek, the trails of George will experience some heavy use. It is for this reason that Dryland Event Management is supporting the local Hillbillies MTB Club with a donation to their trail building and maintenance fund. George’s Hillbillies mountain bike club was founded in 1996 and has been building singletracks virtually since its inception. Long-time mountain bikers might remember the South African XCO and Downhill Championships took place on the trails in 2000, while newer converts to the sport will recall the national championships taking place there in 2010. The Hillbillies work in close cooperation with Madibaz MTB, the mountain biking arm of the Sports Club at the George Campus of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Richard Muller, Madibaz MTB’s representative on the Hillbillies MTB Club committee, says that there are “about 30km” of dedicated mountain biking singletrack in which the club maintains.
Up-and-coming mountain bike racer, Luke Moir, has added an international cross-country title to his repertoire this year, in addition to his local wins. Most recently, he won the fourth round of the Italian International Series, which was held in Nals, Bolzano on 9 April, against a massive field of 96 boys! The weekend prior, Moir and his friend Daniel Van der Walt took part in the first round of the British Cross Country Series in Pembrey, Wales, competing in the hotly contested U17 Boys category. Fighting tooth-and-nail, Moir secured third place in the fierce race, with Van der Walt finishing in fifth place. The 14-year-old Capetonian returned from his recent excursion to Europe to claim his second win of the National Cross-country Series at Wolwespruit Bike Park, having won the first round in the Western Cape as well. Van der Walt finished a very close third and has also gained experience abroad, racing with Luke. Moir is a Grade 8 pupil at SACS, in the southern suburbs of the Western Cape, where mountain biking has become an official school sport. He has only been racing for five years. Young Moir also raced in the first round of the Swiss Cup last year where he stood atop the podium as an U14 rider.
Photo Credit: Oakpics.com
The trails are mostly on Nelson Mandela University George Campus (Saasveld), MTO Forestry, Cape Nature Conservation, and George Municipal land. The vision for the trails is to “connect existing MTB trails and forestry/conservation roads to create an extensive network of riding options. While another key aim is to provide access to the many natural aesthetically beautiful landscapes and vistas around George.” While the expansion plan for 2017 only includes around 2 kilometres of singletrack the abundance of forestry and conservation jeep tracks means that even short linking sections of singletrack can open up vast new riding options. Dryland Event Management’s investment will therefore be used to maintain the existing trail network and to strengthen the singletrack bridges ahead of the Cape Pioneer Trek in October. Mountain biking visitors to George will be happy to note that the trails are free access, thanks to the generosity of the Hillbillies, Madibaz MTB and the land owners. There are trail maps in the local bike shops and signs at the various trail heads. While the routes are easy to follow Muller did suggest that it would be best to ride with a Hillbillies club member as the XCO trails around Saasveld are a little more technical with rock gardens, berms, gap jumps and drop-offs; and the downhill trails at Witfontein are even more so as they feature larger gap jumps and drop-offs. You can find out how to become a member of the Hillbillies MTB club and their trails by visiting www.hillbillies.co.za
“Luke just loves being on his bike,” said his father Mark. “He doesn’t follow a particular training programme and his focus is on quality and not quantity. He only averages about six hours a week of training, but he has a very competitive spirit.” Luke will be competing in the third round of the 2017 SA National MTB Series XCO at Happy Valley Conservancy in Bloemfontein on 6 May.
New Vlakkenberg MTB Trail Bicyclegear.co.za is proud to announce the establishment of the Vlakkenberg MTB Trail, powered by Private Client Holdings and Pedal Power Association. The trail has been built on private land above the Constantia Nek Estate in Hout Bay. It features an 875m cross country loop that will eventually become a 2.5km course to test your ultimate MTB Skills on. The lay of the land means the tr“ail is technical and challenging through all its A-lines. “For the less experienced, we have created B-lines, which means the trail can be enjoyed by all.” For more information, to register and support, buy a R60 permit on www.bicyclegear.co.za
Hermanus Scoops Big At 2017 Absa Cape Epic
Added to that, Hermanus High School being crowned the victor of the Epic’s Flyover competition was the proverbial cherry on top of the cake for the Cape Whale Coast. Their waving whale tail - an appropriate welcome for visitors – proved a firm favourite of the judges.
Photo: (L-R): Overstrand Deputy Mayor Ald Dudley Coetzee, Cyclist Mr Claude Tyers, Ms Frieda Lloyd, Overstrand Mayor Ald Rudolph Smith, Cyclist Ms Anel Henn, Elnora Gillion, Mr Coenie Groenewald, Cyclist Mr Mathew Browne and Mr Solomzi Madikane.
Hermanus has gees! Winning the Best Town Spirit competition of the recently held 2017 ABSA Cape Epic tournament, which coursed through the Overstrand amongst other areas during the gruelling 8-day mountain bike adventure, just gives further credence to this increasingly well-known fact.
Cape Whale Coast Tourism Manager Frieda Lloyd could barely contain her joy on receiving the news, saying: “Overstrand officials have worked very hard behind the scenes to ensure the organisation of this world class extravaganza appeared effortless and seamless to event goers. Moreover, Hermanus High School pulled out all the stops and the race village flawlessly integrated endurance racing with education. Local businesses were furthermore prepared for the influx and ready to welcome cyclists, supporters and organisers to the Overstrand.” “Particularly heartwarming was the loud cheers of support for Team Hermanus High cyclists Mathew Browne, Claude Tyers, Braam Gericke, Anel Henn and Francois Mostert – who coincidentally were the only brother/sister entrants.” A marimba band playing at Newton Johnson, jingling Swiss cow bells at Creation Wines and Stanford school children waving international flags all contributed to a festive atmosphere that lightened the load of those participating in this tough race,” enthused Lloyd.
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AWARDS
“I BELIEVE THAT THE BICYCLE WILL CHANGE THIS CONTINENT” - DOUGLAS RYDER 2017 Discovery Sport Industry Awards
Sport Industry Group has announced the launch of the 2017 Discovery Sport Industry Awards and Summit, which is set to take place on 12 May 2017 at Vodacom World in Midrand, and on 18th May 2017 at the Sandton Convention Centre respectively. The Discovery Sport Industry Summit provides a rare opportunity for leading figures from the nation’s top brands, governing bodies and organisations to discuss, debate, network and share best practice on all aspects of the South African sport industry. An audience of over three hundred are expected for what is the premier gathering for sports business individuals. The Discovery Sport Industry Summit 2017 is set to be one of the biggest yet, with numerous high profile speakers taking to the stage to address the industry on the future of business of sport in Africa. There will also be a stellar line up of international speakers which are headlined by the president of Liga de Futbol Profesional, Javier Tebas, Douglas Ryder (Team Principal: Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka), Donald Cheney (Head of Digital Content for the NBA) and Kingsley Makhubela (CEO of Brand SA).
Locally he won the Boland Bank Tour in 1995, and the Cape Argus Cycle Tour in 2001 as highlights of his cycling career.
The team that won the hearts of the cycling world - Africa’s Team was founded in 2007. In 2016 Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka was awarded a World Tour licence to race at all the premier races around the world, and succeeds an incredible three years on the Pro Continental circuit where Team MTN-Qhubeka ended 2015 as the number one 2nd division team in the world. Highlights included the first ever African registered team in the Tour de France - winning a stage on Mandela Day (Stephen Cummings), placing 13th overall (Serge Pauwels), finishing 5th best team and winning the daily team prize as best team no less than 4 times. The team based in South Africa, the Netherlands and Italy had numerous stage wins at the Tour de France and Vuelta a Espana, two Tour of Britain GC victories, and 36 National Championships to name just a few. Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka is also known as Africa’s Team due to its focus on developing African talent to the world stage of cycling by investing in a continental development team that feeds the pro World Tour Team. The team races to raise funds for the Qhubeka Charity to change lives with bicycles in Africa to provide more people with bicycles across the African continent. They contribute more than 5500 bicycles (R15,675,000) to the Qhubeka charity per year. A core reason for most riders wanting to join the team is Doug’s partnership with Qhubeka – to “ride for a higher purpose.” Qhubeka is an Nguni word that means “to progress,” “to move forward.” Qhubeka (qhubeka.org) partners with communities, public sector, private sector, and nonprofit organisations to provide people with bicycles in return for working to improve their community, environment or school attendance. Other evidence of achievements in the industry may be seen through the team’s identity, and the sport of cycling’s image has been quickened and given a new optimism instead of scandal and cynicism. The team delivers a massive PR and marketing value to their sponsors, they have become the fifth most winning team in the World Tour in 2016, and they also have one of the best sprinters in the world, Mark Cavendish. An extended two year licence to race in the World Tour until 2019 was also awarded to the team.
Photo: Douglas Ryder (Team Principal: Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka) The Discovery Sport Industry Awards celebrates the best work in the business of sport and showcases all the great work that has been completed during the previous awards cycle. For the coming cycle, to cater for a fast-paced industry, several new categories have been added which include Best Management of a Sportsperson, Sport Industry Personality of the Year and New Agency of the Year. Additionally, new criteria have been added to existing categories to further increase their relevance.
With all the evidence of his influence in the Cycling Industry, Douglas will be among numerous high profile speakers at the 2017 Discovery Sport Summit taking to the stage to address the industry on the future of business of sport in Africa. He has also been nominated in three categories in the Discovery Sport Industry Awards: Leadership in Sport Business, Sport Industry Personality of the Year and Creative Activation of the Year. Support Cycling and vote for Douglas Ryder at http://ow.ly/vfnn30aStfg
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2017 GSPORT AWARDS
About Douglas Ryder & The Team - Ryder by name and rider by nature, Douglas is a South African cycling icon. Ten years ago a dream was born – to take an African cycling team to race at the highest level on the world stage of cycling. Today, Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka is competing on the highest level of cycling. Having raced for various professional teams as well as working for corporate businesses, Douglas brings the perfect blend of passion and experience to his role as team principal for Africa’s Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka. Douglas comes from a pro cycling background. He captained the national team from 1993 to 2002 and competed in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and multiple World Championships in Norway, Italy and Columbia.
Taking you places!
Bucket list trip “ fatbike greenland! “ ABOUT THE TOUR
We ride the full 200km of the Arctic Circle Trail from inland ice to coast, traversing some of the most beautiful scenery of Greenland. The journey takes us over virgin terrain from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut. A trip for true explorers and adventurers. The Trip - After flying from Copenhagen to Greenland, our adventure starts as we bus to the Russell Glacier. Blue ice, tingling cold: prepare to have your breath taken away. We then wheel the first 40km of our journey, arriving in the 400-strong village of Kangerlussuaq, home to some of Greenland’s most diverse fauna. In Kangerlussuaq, we meet our crew: a sled driven by 15 to 16 dogs, and snowmobiles for our luggage and food. The next five days we are travelling the Arctic Circle Trail: flat, frozen lakes with two challenging climbs. Starting with the 60km “pinnacle” leg, we progress slowly on the frozen fjord before the track becomes slightly hilly. The subsequent legs at 19 to 37km (per day) are relatively short and easy. We will spend our nights in heated cottages, surrounded by incredible nature and if we’re lucky, the Northern Lights. After 5 days, we journey back to the modern world, arriving in Sisimiut to a warm shower, a winter safari and a boat trip through floating ice. Read more about the tour on www.fatbike-greenland.com
How long is the Tour? 10 Days WHEN does the tour take place? 11 - 21 March 2018 What’s included? Domestic FLIGHTS + ACCOMMODATION + Meals + GUIDES + TRANSFERS & EXCURSIONS + GUIDES + Documents + EMERGENCY PLANS
WHO WE ARE MOJOmtb is all about taking you to places that you would have never reached, except on a mountain bike. We connect with the specialist Adventure Travel Operators from Southern Africa, as well as abroad to craft exclusive and individualized Adventure Travel Packages. There is absolutely nothing standard about our packages, and to the end every Tour is customized to the target group’s unique demographics and desires.
Cost Dependant on Exchange rate - Excludes alcoholic beverages - Excludes int. flights - T&C’s Apply
GIVE US A CALL TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS TOUR!
T: 082 873 6711 | e: info@mojomtb.com | www.mojomtb.com
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MOJOmtb is in the business of creating unforgeable memories.
Photo Credit: Rebecca Hearfield / gsport
Nominations are open for the 2017 gsport Awards, which caters for the nomination of candidates across 17 categories, including Athlete of the Year, Athlete of the Year with Disability, Junior Athlete of the Year and Coach of the Year. gsport has been instrumental in supporting South African women in sport by promoting their accolades and achievements. The recognised annual gsport Awards has been running since 2006, when Atlanta Double Olympian gold medal winner Penny Heyns was inducted as the inaugural gsport Hall of Fame recipient 10 years after she became the first – and to date the only – double Olympic gold medal winner for South Africa. In 2014, cycling stars Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio and Justine Asher were crowned gsport Athlete of the Year and Athlete of the Year with Disability respectively. gsport is endorsed by Sport and Recreation South Africa and strives to bring recognition to those who deserve to be honoured on the biggest stage, for their contribution to the ideals of South African women in sport. All qualifying candidates are also encouraged to nominate themselves directly. After nominations close on 1 July, gsport’s judging panel will deliberate to identify the top three finalists, after which they join public voters to cast their vote for the winner in each category. To allow for an audit of gsport’s processes, nominations must be submitted via the gsport website (gsport.co.za/nominations), and winners will be announced at the 2017 gsport Awards in August.
REALTY
Acquiring a 2 nd citizenship - in Europe Having dual citizenship is becoming something that many South Africans want to attain. The primary reason is to assure their family’s future by protecting against political risk and economical instability. Dual citizenship in Europe offers the unique opportunity to enjoy unlimited access to the whole of the EU & the UK – meaning you and your family have complete freedom of movement in all European countries. Cyprus, an ex-British colony, full EU member and not part of Greece, currently has the most attractive 2nd passport plan on offer: citizenship is granted in 3 months via Cyprus’ “Citizenship through investment” programme. The programme applies to the main investor, the spouse and all dependent children up to 28 years of age who will all secure their EU citizenships and passports. Protect yourself, your family and your assets from unpredicted events by taking advantage of the opportunity to secure EU citizenship before the programme closes: it is open for a very limited time. Think of getting dual citizenship as guaranteeing your family’s future. Some other attractions that having an EU passport offers:
a. Effective tax planning to safeguard your wealth; b. Increased financial and personal privacy; c. Exponential investment opportunities; d. More choice on where to live and retire; e. Visa-free travel to more than 169 countries; f. Freedom to conduct a business with no exchange control; g. Freedom of education including access to vocational & continuous training plus the right to possibly receive free compulsory education; h. Public and private health care in the EU of a high standard and available to everybody. Your EU Health Card provides insurance for emergency treatment when visiting other participating EU countries. Cyprus is a very popular choice not only because of the very quick time for the EU passports to be issued, but because of the following 7 benefits that are predominant differentiators to other citizenship programmes: 1. You are investing – not donating - your wealth! After 3 years, you can sell the entire investment as long as you retain a single property valued at min €500,000. With a conservative appreciation of 5% per annum and the same annual rental returns, you’re looking at min 75% ROI after 3 years. 2. Dependent children up to the age of 28 qualify, thus giving your adult children the ultimate access-key to travel, live and work anywhere in the world’s largest economy: in Europe. 3. Citizenship is passed on by descent, offering a real legacy to future generations. 4. You can rent out the property to earn a Euro-based income. Some properties are zero Vat-rated and some come with a rental guarantee for long-term rentals.
An astute offshore property investment that works for you in the short, medium and long term is the achievement of a lifetime. In Cyprus investing in the “Citizenship through Investment” programme not only makes financial sense, but it will tangibly benefit your family for generations to come. Can you afford not to take advantage of this while the programme is still open? Cypriot Realty – a proudly South African company in operation for nearly 9 years – can assist you. We are recognised and respected as Southern Africa’s authoritative offshore investment specialists, promoting Cyprus as an ideal destination for acquiring EU citizenship or permanent residency, property investment, immigration or retirement and starting an EU-based business - we understand investor’s needs.
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HEALTH & FITNESS
RAISE THE HEAT WITH THE NEW SSISA ENDURANCE STUDIO
20 years of in-house science and research, and managed by the SSISA’s Sports Performance Centre. The studio is equipped with 10 brand new Wattbikes, 8 Grucox eccentric isokinetic bikes, a core stretching area, and will soon be equipped with a couple of treadmills and an indoor rower. Training sessions have been specifically engineered by the cycling experts from Science to Sport and Dr Mike Posthumus who has also personally designed each of the periodised training programmes, which follow scientific principles. Similar to the fitness centre, the Endurance studio has free unlimited use available to its members as an added benefit. Members may choose to follow a specific training programme where each training session will include individualised training relative to each member’s ability. The sign on process therefore consists of performance assessments on both the Wattbike and the Grucox bike. The results of these short tests are used to track and monitor the members progress. According to Posthumus it is very hard to replicate the experience of riding outside to an indoor cycle.
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With cycling participation numbers on the rise, more people are looking to become fitter, stronger and improve their cycling performance. For those stretched for time or athletes who want to apply greater focus to their training, an indoor endurance focused studio can be a huge advantage. Dr Mike Posthumus, the new Sport Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) Sports Performance Manager has been instrumental in assisting SSISA to create its own Endurance Studio, a training environment specifically designed for cyclists and other endurance athletes. Mike is an avid cyclist and mountain-biker, but has only been cycling for 6 years, after he stopped playing rugby. He completed his fourth ABSA Cape Epic this year, finishing 30th in a very competitive elite men’s category. To Mike’s own admission, his cycling success is not due to natural ability. His hard work in training, added to his excellent knowledge of training periodisation and prescription, has helped Mike to prepare for the races in which he competes. Being a cyclist, Mike works long hours and tries to spend as much time as possible with his family; therefore had he to devise ways of becoming more time efficient. One method he often applies is to train indoors on a Wattbike or indoor trainer, that allows for a far greater training stress and stimulus compared to cycling for the same duration outdoors. “When you are on an indoor cycle, there is never a lapse of effort, like stopping at a stop street or coasting down a hill; you have to work each second of the way. Specifically training on a Wattbike, there is also no place to hide. Riding to power tells you exactly what effort you are putting in each second of your ride,” says Mike. The Endurance Studio is the dream of any endurance athlete whether you are professional or recreational, and looking for a place to train, backed by more than
Wattbike benefits include: The added wind and magnetic resistance of the Wattbikes give a very realistic ride feel, the Wattbike provides accurate and repeatable power data, better ride feel of any other trainer or indoor bike on the market, and you can view pedal stroke technique feedback in real time. Some of the Gucox Benefits include: Eccentric cycling has shown to have several positive performance and health benefits. Eccentric training also allows for improved muscle control and activation. Greater strength gains compared to conventional resistance training (concentric). For more information contact 021 659 5600 or info@ssisa.com
REGULATIONS APPLYING TO CLENBUTEROL
This notification serves to remind all athletes – teams and riders of the regulations applying to Clenbuterol. Clenbuterol is an anabolic agent, included on the WADA Prohibited list since 2004, and there is no threshold under which it is allowed. Any presence of Clenbuterol in a urine sample thus constitutes an anti-doping rule violation under the World Anti-Doping Code and the UCI Anti-Doping Rules. Furthermore, Clenbuterol being qualified as a ‘non-specified’ substance as per the Prohibited List, a provisional suspension is mandatory as soon as an athlete is notified of a positive finding. It is generally acknowledged that in certain countries a risk of meat contaminated by Clenbuterol can exist and produce, in specific conditions, a positive sample from an athlete. WADA has issued specific warnings about this problem in China and Mexico. Consequently, the UCI reiterates its recommendations to athletes and teams to avoid eating meat in these countries. All athletes must heed this advice. To view the 2017 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods visit http://ow.ly/nX5s30b0xIj
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ROAD
12 hour endurance Ride for Myeloma For those of us fortunate enough to take our daily or weekend rides, our journey could last as little as 20 kilometres up to 100 plus kilometres. We get to enjoy the breathe taking views along the coast, and as we head up to Cape Point and Chappies we stop to take selfies with views of the mountains and wide expanses of blue sea in the background. A quick WhatsApp to our wives, girlfriends, family or friends with the pic attached saying “Hi, just got to the top of Chappies, such a beautiful day to be on the bike.” And don’t forget the ride loaded onto Strava at the end with pics attached as we count the number of followers giving us “Kudos” for our ride. Sometimes we ride hard as the ‘wheel suckers’ grab our wheel. Suddenly that racing instinct kicks in, and we are willing to suffer just to get to the top of that climb which looms ahead in first place. But there will always be that compulsory coffee stop at Vida Belvedere in Newlands where many a cycling tail has been shared, before that easy pedal back home. For others the journey is much tougher and longer, years in fact. The daily battle and suffering from the effects of treatment from a rare form of Cancer, Myeloma (a cancer of the blood). This was my mom’s journey after being diagnosed with this disease (in some cases, your doctor may detect it accidently when you undergo a blood test for some other condition). Her first treatment of Chemo Therapy lasted one year, thereafter she went into remission for three years. M Proteins where again detected (produced by Myeloma cells). Chemo Therapy was again started which lasted a year, and she went into remission again. The years during remission were good years gaining her strength back, and for us as a family having our mom back, free of pain and suffering was a Blessing. Sadly the M Proteins were detected again and her final treatment lasted eight months before she passed away on 11 July 2016. A journey for her of battles and suffering which will dwarf any bit of suffering we experience up Chappies or any climb in cycling! It is with this in mind that I have embarked on this journey in memory of my mom, Madge Sissing to create awareness and to raise funds for testing Myeloma. My journey does not take me on a picturesque ride around the Cape Peninsula but a 12 hour Endurance ride around Killarney Race track on the 30 April 2017, starting at 08h00 and ending at 20h00. Your support will create awareness and your donations will go to the testing and detection of this disease. Take action, it is the only way we can make a difference in someone’s life. For donations visit www.givengain.com/activist/115328 For more information contact 082 840 3023 Article by Russel Sissing
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Fast, Festive, Family Fun at the Outriders Cycling Festival The events included circuit racing for the serious riders (split into category 1, 2 and 3), Juniors and Schools racing, a Criterium, as well as an inter-club, ladies only, and kids’ races, the last three providing non-licenced riders the opportunity to experience the thrill of racing at Killarney. The Just Property kids races took place on the adjacent karting track, with the top three in each age group receiving medals. All participants went home with a certificate. The day’s events culminated in a 20-minute Criterium. Designed for maximum spectator value, the course took the riders on a technical and tricky route through the pits. ”I loved the crit format”, Category 1 winner Martin Fryer enthused. “It was quite nerve-wrecking, but it was technical, short, interesting, and great for the public – we should have more races like this in the Western Cape.”
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On Sunday 9 April, the Killarney Race Track played host to vehicles of a different kind – ones that run on pedal power! Local cycling club, The Outriders, together with Just Property and Western Province Cycling Association (WPCA), celebrated a festival of cycling which had something for everyone, from kids as young as two years old to the professionals who were out to score points on the League board.
Killarney provided the perfect venue, with its smooth, car-free surface, as well as being safe and spectator-friendly. Organiser of the event and Chairman of the Outriders was thrilled with the success of the Festival, “It was a fun and family-friendly event. We really wanted to provide something for every level of cyclist and it’s safe to say we succeeded in doing that. However, the event couldn’t have been pulled off without the support and commitment of the club members.” The Outriders meet every Saturday morning outside Planet Fitness in Parklands and encourage riders of all levels to come and join in their rides. For more information visit www.theoutriders.co.za
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CYCLING EVENTS
Darling Brew Extreme (#DBX17)
Nissan TrailSeeker Western Cape The first leg of the Nissan TrailSeeker Western Cape Series started in the historical town of Tulbagh nestled between the Witzenberg and Winterhoek Mountain ranges at the end of April, with events in Elgin/Grabouw, and Wellington scheduled during the winter season, with the final leg of the series taking place in the Hemel en Aarde Valley, near Hermanus in September 2017. The routes will mix old classics and brand new trails few have ridden before, but challenging enough for die-hard racers, and friendly enough for the average person to still have fun and ensure good day out on the mountain bike. Riders can choose between 10km, 20km, 40km or 70km options. These events are family friendly, with something for everyone to enjoy.
The ever popular Darling Brew Extreme (#DBX17) is back and has been set for 27 May 2017, with entries already flooding in. Now in its fourth year, the DBX17 will be hosted in Darling, a small town on the West Coast of the Western Cape, South Africa. The venue of the start and finish will be the award-winning Darling Brew Brewery and Taste room. The race promises to be the showpiece of a day filled with exciting riding, chilled beers, classy entertainment and tasty eats. As autumn approaches, the weather this time of the year is pleasantly temperate on the West Coast. This year riders will have four routes to choose from ranging from the super endurance long course to the more pleasant short ride for the family, novices and youngsters. The four distances will make use of a combination of single track, Jeep track, and farm roads in and around Darling.
The second event in the Nissan TrailSeeker Western Cape Series will be hosted at the Elgin/Grabouw Country Club on 24 June. Grabouw is a mere hour’s drive from Cape Town and lies in the picturesque Elgin valley, one of the most scenic farming areas in South Africa with a beautiful mountain range and diverse fynbos vegetation. It is well known for its network of exciting mountain bike trails that go through beautiful forests, orchards, vineyards, surrounded by majestic mountains. Riders and spectators can look forward to all the features that make the series so popular - a beer garden, food court, massages, expo- and club areas, child minding facility, bike wash, well-stocked water points, top medical services with a doctor on site, and much more. Grabouw has something to offer for everyone and is the perfect place from which to start your next weekend adventure!
The 75km route, named after the Bone Crusher IPA, is a challenge for the experienced endurance riders and features a change this year to a figure of eight configuration with a new section leading to a mystery destination and an opportunity to pass the Brewery midway through the ride. The middle distance routes of 45km, named after the LongClaw saison, and 30km, named after the Blood Serpent lager, are more suited to riders who do not want the big hills but still enjoy a good section of single-track. The 30km starts in the opposite direction to the 45km on the south side of Darling. The short 15km route starts in the same direction as the 30km, has the least elevation and offers a scenic loop of mostly farm roads close to the centre of Darling. For more information visit www.darlingbrew.co.za
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CA2CX Mountain Bike Tour 2017
The 3 leg of the series will be held at Bosman Family Vineyards in Wellington on 5 August, while Sumaridge Estate Wines in the Hemel & Aarde hosts the final event in series on 30 September. rd
The CA2CX is a mountain bike tour that every keen mountain biker should experience. This year will be the 12th annual tour. The Tour usually takes place each year during June/July school holidays. The six stages of the CA2CX Tour are: Stage 1: Meerendal to Worcester, Stage 2: Worcester to Montagu, Stage 3: Montagu to Ladismith, Stage 4: Ladismith to Calitzdorp, Stage 5: Calitzdorp to George, and Stage 6: George to Knysna. The daily route, of about 100km per stage consists of farmlands, spectacular landscapes and amazing views. There are several passes along the tour. Beulah Pass in Wellington, Ouberg Pass, Rooiberg Pass, and the Seven Passes on our way to Knysna. Participants can enter in one of the following groups: 14 - 18kph, 18 - 22kph or 22kph and more. The uniqueness of this tour is that it culminates in Knysna during the Oyster Festival. Participants of the CA2CX can then participate in the MTB event of the Oyster festival should they want to. Accommodation for participants during the Oyster Festival is included as part of their package. The cost for the package is R9 750 and includes: Accommodation throughout the race at 3 – 4 star guesthouses and hotels including all meals (breakfast, lunch packs and supper), medical support, transport of luggage, feed box and goodie bag, back up vehicles, cycling tour jacket, and cycling top. The package excludes: Bike Service (R850), message package (R1 500), transport back to Cape Town (R450), transport from and to the Airport, liquor at supper (cash bar). The CA2CX Tour also gives back to the community. The beneficiary is Herberg Children’s Home in Robertson. The Children’s Home care for 122 abandoned children from age baby to 18 years old. The amount of R668 000.00 has been raised over the past four years. The money has been used for the education of the children. For more information Contact Petro Uren on 084 586 2583, e-mail: petro@herberg.co.za or Facebook: CA2CX
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Madibaz George MTB XCO The second annual Madibaz George Mountain Bike XCO Series kicked into gear at the NMMU campus in George on 23 April with the first in the four-event cross country series. Madibaz Mountain Biking team manager at the George campus, Jan Venter, said that the series was introduced last year, but the support of a number of sponsors has made it possible to expand their offering. The events, which are presented by Old Mutual Private Wealth Management and supported by Ridelife George, Giant South Africa and Tippeton, are open to everyone. The Madibaz MTB XCO Series will also be the official Eden Region XCO events where a rider from the region would be able to qualify for Eden colours. “Our objectives are to promote cross country racing in the Eden region and to provide the community with healthy lifestyle options,” Jan added. “It is people-centred and built on a drive for excellence and respect for the environment.” To this end, said Venter, the four races would be named after animal species – whip snake, boomslang, bergadder and chameleon – that are indigenous to the region. The top three in each age category – from nippers to grandmasters – would receive medals, and trophies and prizes will be awarded at the final event to the series champions and runners up. Venter said the four different racing tracks had been developed to accommodate novices while providing a challenge for more experienced competitors. The three remaining events in the series will follow on 10 June, 27 August and 29 October. In addition the third leg would double up as an intervarsity competition in which the top riders from universities across the country would be invited to compete. For more information visit www.madibazmtb.co.za
LIFESTYLE EVENTS
Popular Museum Night Returns To The V&A Waterfront In 2017
2017 Good Food And Wine Show
Explore the museums of the V&A Waterfront in a new light, after dark. After a successful pilot event in July 2016, Museum Night V&A Waterfront returns with two events scheduled for 2017, the first taking place on the night of Wednesday, 28 June. The event allows the public to access a diverse programme of museums until late, while also experiencing a curated programme of performances throughout the night. Most museum sites offer free admission to the public, with the Two Oceans Aquarium offering half price tickets on the night. Participating museums include Chavonnes Battery Museum, Robben Island Jetty Museum, Iziko Maritime Centre, and the Springbok Experience Rugby Museum, amongst other sites. The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA), which opens to the public in September 2017, will host a programme outside the museum building. Building on last year’s V&A Waterfront Museum Night event, attendees can expect to see new sites, new exhibitions, more performances, and scheduled walking tours.
The world’s first celebrity chef and enfant terrible Marco Pierre White and South Africa’s first Michelin-starred chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen will be turning up the heat as the international headliners at this year’s 2017 Good Food and Wine Show taking place from 2 - 4 June at the CTICC. The latest foodie trends will be dished up and South African foodies will have the chance to interact with the line-up of exciting food personalities, including headline chef, restaurateur and foodie Joao Da Fonseca, popularly known as J’Something, who will share his secret recipes by preparing a tasty feast for the shows. Reza Mahammad, Jenny Morris, Lentswe Bhengu, Sarah Graham, Neill Anthony, Lisa Raleigh, Sherwyn Weaich and Vanessa Marx are also on this year’s Good Food and Wine menu, in addition to headline sommeliers Lloyd Jusa (Saxon Hotel), Gregory Mutambe (12 Apostles Hotel) and Tinashe Nyamudoka (The Test Kitchen) – who will all share some of their fine wine knowledge with show attendees.
Museum Night is an initiative that aims to make the city’s cultural institutions more accessible, while developing local audiences for museums, and fostering higher engagement with art and culture. It is also a lively public experience that injects life into the city’s public spaces after hours. Museum Night V&A Waterfront is an initiative of Thursdays Projects, the team behind Cape Town’s popular First Thursdays, and the V&A Waterfront, with Iziko Museums of South Africa as a founding partner of the Museum Night project. For more information visit www.museum-night.co.za
It’s Cab Franc Carnival Time Again At Avontuur This May
Over 60 000 visitors attended the three Good Food and Wine Shows in 2016, and this year’s footfall is expected to increase with chefs like White and Van der Westhuizen on the bill of fare, the biggest elephant cake in the world and a wide selection of vendors and interactive installations showcasing food and fare from around the globe. The floor will be divided into nine specific exhibition areas for attendees to explore: Market, Street Food, Gourmet, Baking, Kids, Wellness, Lifestyle, Wine, Beer and Alcohol. This year, the show hosts nine theatres, of which seven are free of extra charge for entry, serving up even more value for those attending: Eat Well/Live Well, Wine Theatre, Baking Theatre, Cake Deco Lab, Chefs’ Table, Chefs’ Open Theatre, Cooking with Chefs, the Kids Deco Lab and the SCASA Barista Championships - a new partnership with the Speciality Coffee Association of Southern Africa (SCASA) partnership and the show to host the 2017 Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Regional Barista Championships. Tickets are available online at www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za
Kurt Wenner’s masterful 3D Meseum of Wonders Kurt Wenner, the internationally acclaimed 3D artist and inventor of this fun and spectacular type of artwork as seen on pavements around the world launched his “Incredible Illusions” exhibition at the V&A Waterfront Watershed in April and will be on show until 23 July 2017. Commonly known as 3D interactive pavement art, the pieces on exhibition are completely interactive and educational - a concept very different from the general idea that is given at conventional museum of no touching, no photographing.
After two successful years of the Cabernet Franc Carnival, presented by Avontuur Estate, fans of this unusual varietal will once again get the chance to celebrate their favourite grape on Saturday, 20 May 2017 at the family-owned wine estate between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. In addition to the tastings and purchasing of wines directly from the wineries, visitors can book for one of three tutored tastings of the Top 6 wines in the 2017 Cab Franc Challenge, presented by head of the judging panel and Cape Wine Master Christine Rudman. “This is the only chance to taste the Top 6 together as many of these wines are extremely rare and were kept aside especially for the tutored tastings,” says organisor Cobie van Oort. The very popular public “vote” to choose the favourite wine of the day, will once again take place which will give an interesting perspective on the differences between expert and amateur palates. Participating wineries are: Avontuur Estate, CK Wines, Doolhof Wine Estate, Edgebaston, Hannay Wines, Hermanuspietersfontein, Knorhoek Wine Farm, Lynx Wines, My Wyn, Nelson Wine Estate, Oldenburg Vineyards, Ormonde Vineyards, Raats Family Wines, Rainbow’s End Wine Estate, The Garajeest, Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards, Vrede en Lust, Warwick Estate, Whalehaven, Zorgvliet Wines. Tickets available from Computicket
Wenner was inspired by anamorphic perspective, but had to invent an entirely new geometry in order to create his astonishing 3D pavement art images. Kurt produced his first commissioned mural at the age of sixteen and within a year he was earning his living as a graphic artist. He attended both Rhode Island School of Design and Art Center College of Design, before working for NASA as an advanced scientific illustrator, creating conceptual paintings of future space projects and extraterrestrial landscapes. After participating in countless festivals, Wenner returned to fine art painting on commission and also created sculptures, decorative stucco relief, ceramic murals, architectural designs, and numerous images for publicity and advertising. His creation is his book Asphalt Renaissance, which documents the history of pavement art and his role in transforming it from a dying tradition to a dynamic multi-dimensional art form. The exhibition includes an educational zone that shares the history of Pavement Art and how geometry plays a pivotal role 3D painting, immersive and interactive art pieces. To conclude your experience there is a “Art Jamming” zone where visitors can learn the basics of 3D painting and express themselves. For more information visit www.incredibleillusions.co.za
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Breaking the Cycle of Crime Cycle Tour - No Ordinary Cycle Event Young cyclists from very diverse backgrounds recently embarked on one of the most unique cycling experiences - Break the Cycle of Crime (BCC) Cycle Tour under the auspices of The President’s Award for Youth Empowerment (TPA). The purpose of the journey was not to only to cycle the required distance of 240km through the Langeberg region, but to make a difference in people’s lives. From the onset, the inmates had a mission and Eltano Jacobs, one of three President’s Award Gold participants from Robertson Correctional Centre said: “I feel we have a responsibility to tell others not to do crime. There is no future in crime.” The four-day BCC cycle tour started at the Robertson Correctional Centre on 4 April 2017. On day one the group cycled to the Vinkrivier Primary where they engaged with approximately 30 children and adults about the risks of crime and the cause of their incarceration. They also connected with youth and adults from Robertson to share their testimonies and discourage them from a life of crime. One of the teachers said he could not belief how Eltano changed and matured since his school days, having known him as a “wild pupil in his classroom”. The community was encouraged by their stories and they were in support of the futuristic release of these inmates. On day two, the route took them from Robertson to McGregor with a stop at the Breede Centre where they delivered a crime prevention talk to 40 children, discouraging gangsterism and demystifying the gangster lifestyle. On day three, the group cycled a different route with another stop at the Breede Centre and engaged with 20 young people and adults sharing a strong message to avoid bad influences and the wrong friends. Six young people from Luxembourg joined the group on the last day as part of a visit to the region, while cyclists and inmates also engaged with 31 visitors from Luxembourg.
Kobus Swart, Award leader and main organiser of the BCC initiative and Correctional Officer at Robertson Correctional Centre stated that the event changes lives, unites communities and brings people together. “When difficulties and challenges occurred along the way, the cyclists assisted each other. It did not matter who was in front or who was at the back, this was a journey that had to be completed by each participant. BCC 2017 proved that with commitment, determination and dedication you can conquer any challenge in life,” said Swart.
Wallace Pienaar, Head of the Robertson Correctional Centre also cycled the full For four days, the youth lived and cycled together, becoming friends and devel- journey with the group. He affirmed that the BCC facilitates the development of a oping a deep connection that is unusual for people from such different walks of life. healthy body and mind and the Award Programme teaches young people to perseAt the end of the trip, Philip Dicey from South African College of Schools (SACS) vere. “I have seen how these young people had to push themselves to get through in Cape Town, an experienced cyclist reflected: “It was such a great experience to the journey. Success does not happen automatically.” have insight into the lives of three people who have done something wrong and have the motivation and determination to help and try to redeem themselves.”
“The have decided to make the most of the opportunities that have been presented to them.”
In his reflection at the end of the BCC, Eltano Jacobs said: “The experience brought some good into my life. It was not easy to get through the 240km, but it taught me to be positive and to look forward to a better future when I am released.” For more information visit www.presidentsaward.co.za