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Free boerie roll to all participants. King and Queen of the mountain titles (with prize money) up for grabs on the 50km race.

Event Name: Witklip MTB Winter Classic - Gauteng When: 30 July 2016 Where: Witklip Farm, Bronkhortspruit, Gauteng Category: MTB Full Information at www.wildtrail.co.za Event Date: Saturday, 30 July 2016 Venue: Witklip Farm, Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng Distances: 50km / 20km / 10km / 1km Start time: 08:00am Entry Fees: 1km - R50 / 10km - R110 / 25km - R180 / 50km -R200 R20 surcharge for on-the-day entries If you don't have a CSA number, you will have to pay an extra R35 for a day lisence. ​ Route Description: Each distance is a full circular loop (no laps) on mostly singletrack, jeep track and farm roads. ​ Route profiles at www.wildtrail.co.za ​ Entries - ENTER ONLINE NOW Medals & Prizes: Results will be for all categories in all distances but there will only be prizes for the overall winners of the main race (the 50km). King and Queen of the mountain title and prize money. Medals to all finishers Prize giving with loads of lucky draw prizes from our sponsors. Timekeeping: This is a SA Seeding event. All riders will be timed and results will be published on the WildTrail SA website. Waterpoints: There will be 3 water points on the 50km route, 1 water points on the 25km route and no water point on the 10km route. We always advise riders to also carry water with them. Products on display and for sale: Our sponsors and partners will have stands at the event where riders, family and friends can view and buy all the latest sport products. Food & Drinks: Free Boerie roll to all participants (sponsored by SPAR), lovely fresh produce market, food, beer and a great vibe can also be enjoyed afterwards so bring the whole family. ​ Goodie bags and a free Boerie Roll to all participants. Go to Event Page

Event Name: Mahala Magic MTB Race - SA's First FREE Mountain Bike Race When: 8 October 2016 Where: Cowhouse Market, Hazeldean, Gauteng Category: MTB It is official... the very first free MTB race in South Africa will take place in Gauteng on the 8th of October. 1500 riders will have the opportunity to join this event with all the bells and whistles of a proper mountain biking event BUT without paying a cent entry fee! Full information on the Mahala Magic MTB Race coming soon but dot the date down on your cycling calendar. We thank all the industry players, companies and individuals who has come on board thus far with sponsorships, services, etc. to make all this possible. Go to Event Page

Yes, we are limiting it to 200 riders.

New improved race village at the finish at the Tonteldoos Highlands Festival (also known as the Scottish Festival which means LOTS of whisky!)

Event Name: Cullinan 2 Tonteldoos MTB Ultra (260km) When: 14 April 2017 Where: Start at Piacere Restaurant (Cullinan) - Finish in Tonteldoo, Gauteng Category: MTB The Cullinan2Tonteldoos MTB Ultra Single Stage event will take riders and their support crews over 260km of unmarked district roads from Cullinan in Gauteng to Tonteldoos, a small settlement in the Mpumalanga Highlands. All riders who complete the distance in 24 hours will receive a medal. The final cut-off will be after 27 hours. The finish of the race will form part of the festival activities at the annual Tonteldoos Highlands (Scottish) Festival. Go to Event Page

Thank you very much! In 2017 it will be even better.

Event Name: Moon Chaser Wild Night MTB Race When: 20 April 2016 Where: Rosemary Hill, Gauteng Category: MTB Venue: Rosemary Hill, Pretoria East (www.rosemaryhill.co.za) Distances 10km Ride 30km Ride Start times 30km: 19h00 / 10km: 19h30 Registration Times 17h00 – 18h50 All particpants have to collect their race numbers at the registration table Entry fees (including a free boerie roll/wrap and a free beer/cooldrink) 10km – R120 / 30km -R190 / R20 surcharge for on-the-day entries Route Description Mostly singletrack and jeep track. Trail marked with reflective markers. Categories Short Route (10km) Junior (10 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39) / Veteran (40 -49) / Master (50 and older) Long Route (30 km) Junior (14 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39)/ Veteran (40 -49) / Master (50 and older) Entries (first-come-first-serve basis) Pre-entries are limited to 400 entries Race day entries limited to 100 entries Medals & Prizes This is purely a fun event so there will be no category prizes. There will be overall prizes in the 30km race WildTrail water bottle to all finishers Prize giving with loads of lucky draw prizes from our sponsors Timekeeping All riders will be timed by Racetime and results will be available on the WildTrail website Waterpoints There will be one water point on the 30km route but we still advise riders to carry water with them. No water point for the 10km route We will have a hydration zone at the finish. Products on display and for sale Our sponsors and partners will have stands at the event where riders, family and friends can view and buy all the latest sport products. Food & Drinks Lovely food, craft beer and a great vibe can also be enjoyed afterwards so bring the whole family. Go to Event Page

Event Name: Moon Chaser Wild Night MTB Race When: 17 April 2016 Where: Rosemary Hill, Gauteng Category: MTB Venue Rosemary Hill, Pretoria East (www.rosemaryhill.co.za) Distances 10km Ride 30km Ride Start times 30km: 19h00 / 10km: 19h30 Registration Times 17h00 – 18h50 All particpants have to collect their race numbers at the registration table Entry fees (including a free boerie roll/wrap and a free beer/cooldrink) 10km – R120 / 30km -R190 / R20 surcharge for on-the-day entries Route Description Mostly singletrack and jeep track. Trail marked with reflective markers. Categories Short Route (10km) Junior (10 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39) / Veteran (40 -49) / Master (50 and older) Long Route (30 km) Junior (14 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39)/ Veteran (40 -49) / Master (50 and older) Entries (first-come-first-serve basis) Pre-entries are limited to 400 entries Race day entries limited to 100 entries Medals & Prizes This is purely a fun event so there will be no category prizes. There will be overall prizes in the 30km race WildTrail water bottle to all finishers Prize giving with loads of lucky draw prizes from our sponsors Timekeeping All riders will be timed by Racetime and results will be available on the WildTrail website Waterpoints There will be one water point on the 30km route but we still advise riders to carry water with them. No water point for the 10km route We will have a hydration zone at the finish. Products on display and for sale Our sponsors and partners will have stands at the event where riders, family and friends can view and buy all the latest sport products. Food & Drinks Lovely food, craft beer and a great vibe can also be enjoyed afterwards so bring the whole family. Go to Event Page

Vintage, it appears that it only does that when you click on the link on bikehub. If I click on the link in any other website, it opens fine. So please just copy and paste the link in your browser. http://wildonline.wix.com/c2tultra

I see what you mean. Let me chat to my "friends" at wix! Esih!

It is working. Just maybe refresh your browser. The link is http://wildonline.wix.com/c2tultra

We will be uploading GPS route files, checkpoints and crew acces points next week. Big party at the finish during the Tonteldoos Highlands Festival (better known as the Scottish Festival).

Event Name: Cullinan 2 Tonteldoos MTB Single Stage Ultra When: 25 March 2016 Where: Piacere Restaurant, Cullinan, Gauteng Category: MTB TheThe Cullinan2Tonteldoos MTB Ultra Single Stage event will take riders and their support crews over 260km of unmarked district roads from Cullinan in Gauteng to Tonteldoos, a small settlement in the Mpumalanga Highlands. All riders who complete the distance in 24 hours will recieve a medal. The final cut-off will be after 27 hours. The finish of the race will form part of the festival activities at the annual Tonteldoos Highlands (Scottish) Festival. festival activities at the annual Tonteldoos Highlands (Scottish) Festival. Full event information at http://wildonline.wix.com/c2tultra Go to Event Page

Hi Jaco Please send the e-mail with your questions to Debbie@wildtrail.co.za Thanks Debbie

Event Name: Salomon Moon Chaser MTB Night Trail Ride When: 29 May 2014 Where: The Big Red Barn, Irene/Olifantsfontein, Gauteng Category: MTB Great free-flowing trails, great venue, delicious food and awesome vibe with pumping music. The perfect Thursday evening out! Come and ride under the Highveld night skies with the moon and the stars as your companions. There is a place for everyone at The Salomon Moon Chaser Night Trail Ride. Regulars, fun-riders, first-timers, parents, grandparents, and hard-core cyclists alike are invited to join in this fun series of night races to add some excitement to the week. This series focuses on having lighthearted fun out on the trails where people can come together and enjoy a wonderful evening of cycling and socializing in a beautiful setting. The course consists of twisty rolling single track and jeep track. These trails will be marked with reflective markers and the occasional surprise. Every effort will be taken so that you will easily be able to find your way and stay on course. A light source is mandatory; it is recommended that you have at least a headlamp or bike light. Remember that kids doing the kids ride must also have headlights. LET’S HAVE FUN! Venue<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The Big Red Barn (Get directions and co-ordinates at www.thebigredbarn.co.za) Distances<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />10km km and 20km ride options Start times<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />20Km: 7h00pm / 10km: 7h20pm Cost<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />10km- R90 20km- R110 Route Description<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Undulating course on mostly single track and jeep track. Trail marked with reflective markers, No water points so please carry your own water. Categories Short Route<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Junior (10 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39) / Veteran (40 and older) Long Route<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Junior (15 – 17) / Senior (18 – 39)/ Veteran (40 and older) Entries (first-come-first-serve basis)<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Pre-entries are limited to 200 entries<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Race day entries limited to 50 entries Medals & Prizes This is purely a fun event so there will be no category prizes. Lucky draw prizes by sponsors Medals to first 200 finishers Prize giving with loads of lucky draw prizes sponsored by Salomon, Petzl, Ryders Eyewear, Cipla Nutrition, Hatfield Cycles, etc Timekeeping All runners will be timed by Racetime and results will be available at www.racetime.co.za There will be no water points on the short (10km) route and one water point on the longer route (20km). It is highly recommended that you take water with you. Products on display and for sale The Multisport Basement will have their stand at the event where runners, family and friends can view and buy all the latest Salomon and Petzl products.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Ryders Eyewear will also have their products on display and will offer a 25% discount on the retail price of any pair of sunglasses purchased at the event Food & Drinks<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Lovely food (freshly prepared by the Big Red Barn kitchen) can also be enjoyed afterwards so bring the whole family.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Beers, cyders, coffee and hot chocolate will also be served. Go to Event Page

Event Name: Namaqua Quest 3 Day Stage Race When: 4 September 2014 - 6 September 2014 Where: Springbok, Namaqualand, Northern Cape Category: MTB NAMAQUA QUEST 2014 INDULGE IN NATURE'S MAGICAL SHOW OF COLOUR AND BEAUTY WITH THE WORLD'S MOST SPECTACULAR NATURAL FLOWER DISPLAY. 3 DAYS - 200KM - 200 RIDERS FLOWER COVERED VALLEYS RUGGED, ANCIENT MOUNTAINS EXITING & UNIQUE TRAILS MOUNTAIN BIKING AT IT'S BEST Go to Event Page

I have the 405 and ran in the pouring rain with it. Worked just fine.

The 1000D Lite is substantially more expensive than the Spectra so that means the Spectra is better value for money, right?

When you are ready...

The TFS800 and Spectra is in the same pricing bracket. I must admit I favor the Spectra but I want to make sure I get the best value for my money. The GT is also a nice bike but I am not sure which model is equal to the Spectra.

Just the size I want Let me know

I want to buy a new MTB in January and got the short list down to the Silverback Spectra and the Merida TFS 800. Which one would be the better buy?

I also think Salomon is very overrated. Very clever brand marketing made them the most popular there are other brands available that are a lot more comfortable and offers way more value for money. Brand is always a personal thing but I think Inov8 is the best trail running shoe on the market currently.

I know the Running Inn in Hatfield, Pretoria sells the Inov8 shoes. They are truly amazing shoes. Super light and very comfortable.