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thanks - much appreciated! will try and see what's up at Race Tec

Thanks to everyone who came out to ride this race! We had a wonderful Event! The rain waited until the last riders were safely in and came down at 14h00! We had a smaller field than last year - due to the inclement weather on the other side of the mountain - that is you cape towners, stellenboschers etc. - but everyone who rode was enthusiastic, enjoyed the route and had fun at the tent afterwards waiting for the awesome lucky draw prizes! Thanks for the support, the Old Age Home and Local Primary School in the village of Wolseley will be so thrilled with the much needed funds raised. Look out for the Event for next year - might have a few new surprises in store for you all! Will post some pics of the brave cyclists soon! Natasha

i know! but they don;t update very often and the cloud is already clearing!

sure - not a problem! will be at the hall by then!

Contact me! Natasha - 082 7807516 or contact Philip on 082 8958383. Power of positive thinking!

Have added the 21lm & 44km route profiles.

Okay maybe not clear forecast but rain later! Hoping it will pass over today! Positive thinking right!

Hi Guys and Girls! The route is being marked and set out for all of you! Looks like some rain later this afternoon but a clear forecast for tomorrow! The route is not muddy either - will just be a bit more challenging - nothing you can't handle! Come and join in the fun and come to the race! we are waiting for you! Pancakes and coffee will be waiting!

Not sure what PM is? please send me the details of someone who can help! Thanks

Hi I am looking for a photographer for the Wolseley MTB Challenge on 21 July 2012. Must be able to print out pics at the event for the cyclists. Thanks Natasha

Event Name: Wolseley MTB Challenge When: 21 July 2012 Where: Laerskool Wolseley, Wolseley, Western Cape Category: MTB WOLSELEY MTB CHALLENGE SATURDAY 21 JULY 2012 DISTANCES /STARTING TIMES 64 km @ 08h30; 44 km @ 08h50; 21 km @ 09h10; 5 km @ 09h30 ORGANISING COMMITTEE Wolseley Tourism (info@wolseleyinfo.co.za; www.wolseleyinfo.co.za ) VENUE Laerskool Wolseley – Regstration from 07h30 GPS S: 33º24.34 ; E: 19º12.3 ENQUIRIES Natasha Dicey/Cathy Grobbelaar PHONE 082 7807516 / 084 254 5205 FAX (023) 231-0601 EMAIL ndicey@lando.co.za / grobbelaar100@telkomsa.net PRIZE GIVING & LUCKY DRAW 13h00 CUT-OFF FOR TIMING MATS 13h30 ROUTE CUT OFF 14h00 PRE-ENTRIES CLOSE 19 July 2012 ONLINE ENTRIES www.pedalpower.org.za ROUTE DESCRIPTION The Kluitjieskraal MTB route, as used in the Cape Epic 2010 & 2011, in between Worcester and Ceres, is renowned for its spectacular scenery and challenging uphills – some of which climb to 400m above sea level, followed by rocky, technical descents on narrow jeep tracks/single-track. It takes the rider into unknown forest and mountain territory. It is a water-rich route, which passes through the MTO forestry reserve and traverses the Waterval Mountains twice. Be prepared for some water crossings – you could get your feet wet! The 64 km route is challenging and includes steep climbs and sharp ascents and single-track. The 44 km is “pretty” but tough, while the 21 km is a family-friendly ride, with a steep hill at the beginning and amazing views over the valley. The 5 km is a kiddies’ fun ride, ages 4 to 12 years, through the farms adjacent to the school grounds. The 5 km races is untimed. DIRECTIONS TO VENUE Take the N1 from Cape Town. Before reaching Worcester, turn left on the R43, direction Ceres. Turn right at the T-junction at Bergsig Wine Cellar (R43) and then left again to Wolseley (R43). After the 4-way stop in Wolseley turn 2nd right into Mill Street and follow the signs to the venue. Wolseley is approximately 120 km from Cape Town. GPS Coordinates: S: 33º24.34 ; E: 19º12.3. See the PPA website for interactive route directions. NOTES The fun ride is for children aged 4 – 12 years old. This is a balancedroute with challenging climbs and spectacular views, with great technical jeeptrack and descents. It has received rave reviews from participants with numbersincreasing considerably annually. Note: All children u/10 must be accompaniedby an adult. PPA members wearing their seeded numbers will start before Non-PPAmembers or PPA members without their seeded numbers. This is a familyevent with a “mini-fair” atmosphere. Local wine estates and homeindustry will have stalls. Food on sale will be pancakes, hot dogs, snackwichesand hamburgers. Supervised games and entertainment for the kiddies will takeplace in the school hall. Remember to wear your PPA MTB funride number. Pre-Entries Late Entries Distance Entry Fee PPA Discounted Entry Fee Entry Fee PPA Discounted Entry Fee 64 km R120 R90 R140 R120 44 km R100 R70 R120 R100 21 km R60 R50 R80 R70 5 km - - R20 R20 Temp Nr R5 (unseeded) - R5 (unseeded) R30 (seeded) Go to Event Page