XMspread Ashburton Investments National MTB Series pictorial

Ashburton Investments National MTB Series

STORY & PHOTOGRAPHS ZOON CRONJE

2015 pictorial 7 Prestigious Races 7 Iconic Locations

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Riders tackling the sweeping Meerendal hand built trails.

Perspective is easily gained from a helicopter.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Switchback Paradise

#MTBMeerendal

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Riders tackling the sweeping Meerendal hand built trails.

Perspective is easily gained from a helicopter.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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The Chase THE ACTION THE SHOT

Erik Kleinhans chasing hard, trying to close the gap on Alban Lakata.

Any shot looks good when there's a helicopter in it. Focus is easily obtained with consistent backgrounds like these.

THE SPECS

1/800 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Awe

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Inspiring

THE ACTION THE SHOT

A stunning start to an incredible day of racing.

Early morning flights can be a numbing experience, but it's always worthwhile for shots like these. Focus is key especially in low light but the reward pays if you pull it off

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Winging It THE ACTION THE SHOT

Erik kleinhans putting down the hammer Low angled, slow shutter shots always yield interesting results, especially when there's a helicopter overhead.

THE SPECS

1/200 @ f/14 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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An uphill

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battle THE ACTION THE SHOT

Esther Suss and Ariane Kleinhans fighting for supremacy.

Close quarter tracking shots with a helicopter is always exhilarating for us as photographers.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

The lead bunch heading through the clouds.

You can point your camera anywhere in Sabie, it's picturesque in itself.

THE SPECS

1/200 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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The benchmark #MTBSabie

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Clear

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Mountain Air

THE ACTION THE SHOT

The Elites tackling the infamous Sabie climb.

Shooting into the sun can be risky, however you have shadows and lens flare.

THE SPECS

1/200 @ f/11 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.marikecronje.co.za

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The Final Dash THE ACTION THE SHOT

Max Knox flying through the final forest section to secure his victory.

Forests always make interesting photographs, especially when you take it from a low angle.

THE SPECS

1/80 @ f/4.5 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.marikecronje.co.za

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Seek THE ACTION THE SHOT

Leaders navigating their way though Sabie's diverse sets of terrain.

As in videography, often your shot before or after the "theoretically correct" shot, works best.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.marikecronje.co.za

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Mud Sweat & Tears THE ACTION THE SHOT

A disappointed Joshua Nelson after his race. Missing the Half-Marathon win by only 11 seconds.

Emotions are easily captured after a race, when focusing on competitors' faces.

THE SPECS

1/800 @ f/3.5 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.marikecronje.co.za

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Going Solo

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Ariane Kleinhans from Team RECM doing some solo riding to secure her first 2015 series win.

The plantations at Sabie always make a good backdrop.

THE SPECS

1/800 @ f/7.1 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.marikecronje.co.za

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Dunkeld Country Estate, Bosman Street, Dullstroom, Mpumalanga

York Timbers’ Sport Grounds, Old Lydenburg Road, Sabie, Mpumalanga,

#MTBRooiberg

Ukhutula Lodge, Main Road, Rooiberg, Limpopo

#MTBSabie

#MTBVanGaalen

Van Gaalen Cheese Farm, R560, North West Province

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#MTB Meerendal

Meerendal Wine Estate, Vissershok Road, Durbanville, Cape Town, Western Cape

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#MTBClarens

Town Square, Main Street, Clarens, Free State

#MTBBallito

Hero Adventure at Sugar Rush, R102, Umhlali, Kwa-Zulu Natal

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#MTBClarens THE SHOT

Clarens... the home of scenic locations. You just have to point and shoot.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Erik Kleinhans from Team RECM tackling the infamous Slick Rock climb.

Getting down on the ground with a low F-Stop is always a good idea...

Especially in Clarens

THE SPECS

1/3200 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Sand Stone Straits THE ACTION THE SHOT

The leading bunch tracking over the iconic sand stone outcrops.

Flying in low, pointing a wide angled lens straight ahead, gives you great perspective.

THE SPECS

1/320 @ f/9 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Air Time THE ACTION THE SHOT

Adriaan Louw from team Contego pinning it on the down hills, to make up some lost time.

To compensate for a slow lens, I kept riders parallel to my camera.

THE SPECS

1/3200 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

The unforgiving terrain at Clarens often breaks up the leading bunches.

Eye in the sky, giving great perspective over the mountainous terrain.

THE SPECS

1/800 @ f/14 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Race Relief THE ACTION THE SHOT

An exhilarated Stefan Sahm after winning the Ultra Marathon.

A shallow depth of field enables you to use burred object to fill your frame.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Taking the lead

THE ACTION

Elite Women's winner Ariane Kleinhans, extending her lead towards the end of the marathon route.

THE SHOT

Having an entry and exit point on a single image gives it an unique feel.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Rocky Maze THE ACTION THE SHOT

A member of the 'Absolut Menlo Fietsry' team navigating his way though the boulders.

Never a challenge to find an interesting shot in Clarens.

THE SPECS

1/250 @ f/8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Anxious Anticipation

THE ACTION THE SHOT

The future of racing, anxiously waiting for their start.

Low F-Stops and start lines work hand in hand.

THE SPECS

1/125&6400 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Bike run Bike

THE ACTION

Even the Pros get too excited in Clarens.

THE SHOT

Eye in the sky captures unseen events.

THE SPECS

1/1600 @ f/10 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Clarens Classic THE ACTION THE SHOT

Marathon riders heading over the mountain after conquering the toughest climb on the route.

Placing your subject dead center can often give you a great sense of perspective.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/13 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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ping Point THE ACTION THE SHOT

Waylon Woolcock just reaching the top of Slick Rock climb.

A low angled shot with a shallow DOF, blurs out your foreground and simplifies your background.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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#MTBVanGaalen

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Team Contego heading up the most scenic section of the Van Gaalen routes.

Often three tier backdrops make interesting photographs.

THE SPECS

1/1250 @ f/14 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Break Water

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Confidence is key, Dale Harley tackling the last water-crossing on the marathon route.

Using ambient light optimally is key out in the field.

THE SPECS

1/1000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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The Line Up THE ACTION THE SHOT

The Elites heading out to a long day in the office.

Overhead shots like these often enhance continuous patterns.

THE SPECS

1/320 @ f/9 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Slip n Slide

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Erik Kleinhans crossing the iconic water bridge at Van Gaalen.

This valley works in opposites. The light falls in the opposite direction as to what you would expect.

THE SPECS

1/1250 @ f/9 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Specialized Splashes

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Marathon rider heading though the last water crossing, that had already claimed a few riders' dignity.

Slow shutter speeds without artificial lighting can be risky, but well worth the risk here.

THE SPECS

1/125 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Magalies Magic THE ACTION THE SHOT

The lead bunch heading down the Magalies.

Helicopters help us gain perspective over challenging landforms.

THE SPECS

1/320 @ f/9 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Splashes of Light

THE ACTION THE SHOT

The last water crossing of the marathon and ultra marathon route.

Seeing the light pass through the trees I knew there were great opportunities for perspective changing images.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Water Run

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THE ACTION

Elite women's winner Robyn De Groot crossing the iconic water bridge.

THE SHOT

Having an entry and exit point on a single image gives it an unique feel.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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#MoonChaser

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The Focus Test THE ACTION THE SHOT

The iconic water bridge that claimed some riders' dignity.

Taking a wide shot of a long subject can give you the opportunity to do some interesting cropping.

THE SPECS

1/400 @ f/4 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 24-105mm f/4

MORE INFO

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#MTBBallito

THE SHOT

The light after a rain storm is perfect for landscape shots.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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ter Tread

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Konny Looser treading water, attempting to keep up with Rourke Croeser.

Water always makes for interesting photographs. Running high shutter speeds, freezes it.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.danielcoetzee.co.za

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Forest T

THE ACTION

Darren Lill putting in the hard work to secure his spot on the podium.

THE SHOT

Forests always hold great opportunities for interesting photographs.

THE SPECS

1/400 @ f/5 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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Tracking

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Success

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Ariane Kleinhans from team RECM, delighted to take the win.

Getting a low angled shot at the finish, always works well when there's nice clouds around.

THE SPECS

1/1600 @ f/4 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 24-105mm f/4

MORE INFO

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THE SHOT

A determined Max Knox, midway in on the biggest water crossing at #MTBBallito.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

The bath

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Search Party

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

The "lead" batch looking for any sign of Rourke, unfortunately they were about ten minutes late...

The cloudy conditions create interesting isolations of light, that we try to optimize. This is a perfect example.

THE SPECS

1/5000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

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Solo Stream

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Rourke Croeser extending his incredible solo lead to over ten minutes at one of the final bridge crossings.

Slow shutter speeds with a subtle flash ensures partial motion freezing with a natural feel.

THE SPECS

1/125 @ f/5.6 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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ng a splash THE ACTION THE SHOT

HB Kruger from team Abantu, giving it all he's got at the longest water crossing.

A shallow DOF works well when placing a focus on your subject and their close surroundings.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 50mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Safety in numbers... they said, until Rourke Croeser came along.

Using shadows to fill empty spaces can add another dimension to your photography.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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termination THE ACTION THE SHOT

After Rourke Croeser's international season, he came back home to teach the local elites a lesson.

Low angled shots work well to isolate your subject.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/5.6 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 24-105mm f/4

MORE INFO

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Holla Trails THE SHOT

Slow shutter speeds bring motion back into still images.

THE SPECS

1/3 @ f/22 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Mud Faced

THE ACTION THE SHOT

A smile confirms true sportsmanship.

Low F-Stops with unidentifiable subjects in the foreground often makes your photograph more appealing.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/5 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 24-105mm f/4

MORE INFO

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Riding The Contours

THE ACTION THE SHOT

Marathon riders taking on the diverse landscapes of Ballito.

Composition is everything, but reading your environment is just as important.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/4.5 Canon 5D Mark iii | Canon 24-105mm f/4

MORE INFO

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#MTBRooiberg

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Leading elites heading out for a long but rewarding day in the saddle.

Shooting into the sun can be risky, however by using a wide angled lens reduces it.

THE SPECS

1/200 @ f/14 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Shadow

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and Dust THE ACTION THE SHOT

Elites bolting to get away from the fake crocodile, in the early miles of the ultra marathon route.

This shot is the result of reversed "Lens Vision", turning around from your intended angle can yield great photographs.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Ultimate

THE ACTION

A Marathon rider enjoying the vast wildlife that Rooiberg has to offer.

THE SHOT

Timing is everything when it comes to sport photography, especially when you add wildlife to the mix.

THE SPECS

1/640 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Bushveld Escape

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Determined THE ACTION THE SHOT

Waylon Woolcock getting his interview done on the start line.

A low F-Stop allows you to use subjects in the foreground to fill your shot.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Bushveld Bliss

THE ACTION

Team Jeep hitting the endless miles of single track at Rooiberg.

THE SHOT

Early morning light works well to convey atmosphere.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Single Track Sprints

THE ACTION

Nico Bell from team RECM looking confident.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Win or Learn THE ACTION THE SHOT

An exhausted HB Kruger at the finish line.

Low F-Stop is offten the way to go with interesting close ups.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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#MTBDullstroom THE ACTION THE SHOT

Marathon rider hitting the first river crossing hard. Dullstoom just won't be the same without a splash or two.

Water has the ability to make any shot more interesting, especially when you add a low F-Stop to the mix.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/1.4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 35mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

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Classic THE ACTION THE SHOT

Heavy fog consumed the Ultra Marathon's leading batch as they started their race.

Right time right place, you can only position yourself in the right place and wait for these types of shots.

THE SPECS

1/1600 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Blissful Racing THE ACTION

Max Knox putting in the solo time to secure his victory at Dullstroom.

THE SHOT

In order to get these types of shots of the race leaders, photographers have to race just as hard. Knowing the route is essential.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Saddle Contentment THE ACTION

The face says it all. Half Marathon riders enjoying the race from the word go.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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The Test

THE SUBJECT

Equipment gets put through its paces at Dullstoom.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/1.4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 35mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

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Altitude

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Dullstoom is known for its high altitudes, something riders have to keep in mind when racing hard, to avoid burnouts.

Getting low on the ground places a great focus on you subjects and fills your frame well.

THE SPECS

1/3200 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Assessment

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Tracking

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Max keeping a close eye on #MTBBallito 's winner, Rourke Croeser.

Using continuous objects to lead peoples' eyes is a very valuable tool.

THE SPECS

1/4000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Focused THE ACTION THE SHOT

The subject: In these challenging conditions simplistic equipment performs best.

Try thinking outside the box with a shallow DOF, you could just change perspectives.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/1.4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 35mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

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THE ACTION THE SHOT

Henry Liebenberg from Lynnwood Cyclery putting down the hammer early in the race.

Taking a low-angled close-up shot, with a wide angled lens, places viewer in the action.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/2.8 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8

MORE INFO

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Young & Free

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For The Brave THE ACTION

This rider broke his saddle off halfway through the marathon race and still decided to finish... On the all new "saddle bottle".

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/1.4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 35mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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THE ACTION

An exhausted Rourke Croeser at the finish line.

THE SPECS

1/8000 @ f/1.4 Nikon D610 | Nikkor 35mm Prime f/1.4

MORE INFO

www.zooncronje.com

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