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Event Name: NAMAQUA Daisy Challenge MTB & Trail Run When: 6 August 2016 Where: Die Keldery, Spruitdrift Cellar (On R363 between Klawer and , Western Cape Category: MTB he Namaqua Daisy challenge is back and promises to be even better than before. Like always it offers three trail run routes along with the three existing mountain bike routes. Treating participants to the pristine vineyards of the West Coast is one thing, but spoiling them with Namaqualand daisies in full bloom is surely the highlight of these routes. Incorporated with the local Church bazaar, in true Namaqualand fashion, this event will definitely deliver on all fronts of expectations. All about our event Event Date: 06 August 2016 Province: Western Cape Venue: Die Keldery, Spruitdrift Cellar (On R363 between Klawer and Vredendal) MTB CHALLENGE Distance & Entry Fee 63km R200 36km R150 25km R120 8km R30 Start Time 63km 08:30 36km 09:00 25km 09:00 8km 10:00 TRAIL RUN Distance & Entry Fee 30km R150 18km R120 5km R30 Start Time 30km 07:00 18km 07:15 5km 10:00 EVENING PRIZE GIVING / AWARDS FUNCTION AND DINNER INCLUDED IN ENTRY FEE (EXCEPT FUN RIDE AND FUN RUN) !!!!! LIVE ENTERTAINMENT !!!!! Late entries only at venue on race day - R50 extra for MTB events - R30 extra for Trail Run events Entries close on specified dates OR when 400 entries reached for both. Goodie bags to first 300 entries only. Go to Event Page

Dankie aan almal wat deelgeem het en aan al die organiseerders. Die Daisy Challenge was 'n reuse sukses en ons sien uit daarna om julle volgende jaar weer te sien. What a fantastic weekend!! Were glad that each and everyone had such a great time. And thanks for all the positive feedback and were looking forward to next year! Go and check out our facebook page for photos of the event and all the prize winners! See you all again next year! https://www.facebook.com/NamaquaFietsryklub

sal my bes porbeer breezer!

Check out the new race number boards for this years Daisy Challenge. Best of all... its yours to keep... if you complete the race!

Once again participants can look forward to AWESOME goodie bags! All thanks to our great sponsors. For a full list of all the sponsors please visit the Daisy Challenge website. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/sponsors.html

Just a sneak peak at some of the beautiful views that awaits the participants.

Busy building some more single track for participants to enjoy. Like they say... we aim to please!

Bridge crossing for participants in 26km trail run and 57km mtb.

for more up to date info and route progress go and check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/467715616664739/

14km Trail Run First part of route mainly farm track and will take runners through vineyards. Then small part gravel road on to farm track again for most of the route. This is a very scenic trail route that will take you through the veld with its wild Namaqualand flowers in all the colours you can think of.http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/331925_orig.jpg

26km Trail Run First part the same as 16 km trail but turns on to a jeep track at “Skaapkop” with a little incline. On top you will have a picturesque view of the Olifantsrivier Valley. Rest of trail mostly onto farmtrack through the veld with its wild flowers in bloom.http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/8614735_orig.jpg

34km MTB The 34km route is mainly jeep track. The climbs can be rocky in some places and also very steep. At the top of the climbs the rider will be rewarded with stunning views of the valley and surroundings. For fit riders this will be a walk in the park, for the not so fit it will be harder, but an unforgettable challenge. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/9683193_orig.jpg

57km MTB The 57km route consists of about 90% jeep track. The climbs are mainly rocky and technical. Rewarding views of the Olifants River valley awaits the effort. Some fast down hills with hair raising bends. This route requires fit and experienced riders. Good climbing skills are necessary. Rocky hills and sandy tracks will definitely test your skills and abilities. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/5057568_orig.jpg

FARMFUN is team orientated fun and games, to engage the whole family in a fun filled day of activities. The 6km FUNRUN OR WALK is for any age and fitness level, even Grandma can complete the distance with ease. The 10km FUN RIDE is the ideal family ride for all enthusiastic cyclists. FARMFUN GAMES is immeasurable fun for the whole family. You enter a team of 6 members of which 2 must be adults. Different fun activities are set out for teams to compete against each other, utilising all team members' talents! Great prizes to won ! http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/3641931_orig.jpg