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  1. Bike Hub Features
    The Absa Cape Epic Fantasy League is back for 2019. Correctly predict the category winners in the 2019 race and you could win a pair of leaders jerseys signed by the 2019 Absa Cape Epic champions along with premium riding kit from Assos and a host of other prizes. Click here to view the article
  2. JohanC
    Hi guys, If anybody needs a last minute rider please let me know. I’m available. Completed the 2019 Cape Epic. Send me DM for full rider profile/info. Regards Johan Cape Town
  3. JesusXC
    Hi, I have an international 2020 Cape Epic invitation available for sale. People interesting please contact me at: millerandmod@gmail.com +34693011492 (Whatsapp)
  4. adam.greve
    In the same year, has any person been able to complete all 3 of these events?
  5. Pelayo
    Looking for a rider to complete a team due to recently injured partner. Intermediate level rider from Spain, with good MTB experience and completed stage races. This opportunity includes caravan sleeping package
  7. News bot
    Not since Yolande Speedy, in 2013, has a South African woman stood upon the top step of the Absa Cape Epic podium. In recent years, Robyn de Groot, Mariske Strauss and Candice Lill have had shots at the title, though all three came up short. Local fans will, therefore, be thrilled to read that two of the three will combine as a local super team in 2020. Riding as Faces CST, Strauss and Lill are the first all-South African team with a realistic chance of victory in nearly a decade. Click here to view the article
  8. News bot
    In 2016 they finished fourth. In 2017 they finished fifth. In 2018 they stepped onto the podium, finishing third. In 2019 they went one better, earning the silver medal. The question for the 2020 Absa Cape Epic is if Cannondale Factory Racing can add the names "Manuel Fumic and Henrique Avancini" to the race's list of overall winners. Click here to view the article
  9. Bike Whisperer
    The 2020 Epic route has been announced and I thought I'd update the comparison I did last year. It looks like more of the same as last year... shorter route with high climbing rate / intensity. Coupled with the location (hot, rocky and dry), it will be another tough one. As before, RED is tough, BLUE / GREEN is less tough, but not by any scientific means. As there is limited data of what to include, I simply look at distance, ascent and and ascent rate in m/km terms. For me, distance, coupled with climb intensity is a pretty good measure of overall effort (difficulty), but this is not the case for everyone. (Click on the images to enlarge)
  10. SuikerBossie
    I am looking for a partner for 2020. 1. I have an entry. 2. You’ll need to cover your share of the entry price. 3. Ideally have ridden EPIC before (next year will be my 5th...) 4. Be in the 40+ age category. 5. Ideally be based in Cape Town. All of these conditions are not mandatory (except sharing the cost ????) - just looking for the right partner for this exciting challenge in 2020. Please PM me if interested and we can take it from there... Cheers!
  11. AllAboutRides
    Anyone else doing the race next year? Let’s start chatting about the event leading up to race day in 2019, share ideas and tips for training! I’m doing my firts one so don’t know if must be nervous or excited, but for know I’m EXCITED!!! Good luck everyone doing this event next year.
  13. Bike Hub Features
    Win a team entry for the 2019 Absa Cape Epic courtesy of Columbia Sportswear. Put your race insight, commitment, and luck to the test by predicting the daily and overall winners in this year's Absa Cape Epic. Click here to view the article
  14. Red Cherry Events
    Hey did you see Canyon running a free shipping promo for the epic!! This means you can purchase a brand new bike from Canyon and you wont pay shipping! now that's a reason for a upgrade! Hassle and worry free, follow the link below to get you and your bike sorted! https://www.canyon.com/en-za/experience/news/article.html
  15. Sheri Foster
    2019 Absa Cape Epic International Team Entry for SALE Cost: R83,900 (original cost R82,900 + change of 2 riders cost R1,000) Contact: sheri.foster@ualberta.net (from Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
  16. scottie80
    Team entry for the ABSA Cape Epic 2019 for sale (R97'000).
  17. Bike Whisperer
    The 2019 Absa Cape Epic route has been announced (old news now), which lit up my riding group's whatsapp discussions. This was then followed by some unusual noises and sighs from my Epic destined friends. I thought I'd try to compare the routes since the event's inception in 2004 to see whether their moans were warranted. Based on the limited route information available, I could compare entire events and their stages in terms of event and stage distance (km), total event and stage ascents (m) and average ascent (m/km) for the event and individual stages. 2019 is going to be a cracker (hopefuly not frames or riders)... but seriously tough. It's the shortest Epic at 624km (longest was in 2008 at 966km). But... it's the most intense in terms of climbing per distance covered at almost 27m per km of riding (on average), with stage 6 dishing out 30m per km. Every stage in 2019 will be brutal in terms of climbing demand. Have a look at the graphic below and you'll immediately notice that 2019 seems a lot redder / orangier than any other year in the ascent rate category. For reference: RED = PAIN BLUE = LESS PAIN. 2019 only has reddish / orangeish (lots of pain and significant pain) stages in terms of climbing rate, where all previous Epics had some blue to dilute the discomfort somewhat (relatively speaking). What's interesting is that the Epics are becoming shorter and more intense over the years, especially since 2016. For all of you 2019 Epic riders, feel free to print, cut out the blokkies and paste these into your training palns / diaries where you need to be doing hill repeats. I doubt whether this will have any impact whatsoever on the outcome of your efforts, but at least you can keep reminding yourself that there will be pain, and lots of it next year. Click on image to enlarge
  19. PhilipD
    Hi all, I ам looking for a partner for Absa Cape Epic 2019 - I have a Early bird entry but unfurtunately the friends I have been racing with before in other races are not able to participate in this Race. It is more important that your are a good partner than a fast rider - we are not here to win but definately we will race our best. I am 28 year old and from Denmark former swimmer with a good physical condition that are about to be adapted to a MTB. I have participated in other MTB races in south africa but I don't have decades of experience riding a MTB but a fast learner. The goal is to reach the startline and complete the race to gain more experience for the following years of Cape Epic races. Best Philip
  20. AllAboutRides
    Dear Valued Hubbers, We are honoured to be competing at the 2019 ABSA Cape Epic mountain bike race, in support of CANSA. (www.cansa.org.za) Our goal is to help raise awareness and funds for CANSA in support of their fight against cancer. We are very grateful to be offered this opportunity to help those who are affected by this disease, and we wish to contribute to this cause. We can do so with your support - together we can make a difference! We therefore kindly ask that you please support our cause and the fight against cancer, by making a donation, no matter how small - every cent helps, to CANSA at the following link: https://www.givengain.com/ap/cansaheroes/# (all proceeds will go directly into CANSA's bank account). We are also selling advertising space on our racing kit to companies who wish to donate to this cause. All proceeds will go directly to CANSA, who will in return issue tax certificates to donating companies. Please share with all your family and friends. Also follow us for upcoming fundraiser events! Many thanks for your kind support! Riaan van Wyk & Jacques Lotriet
  21. grahamhannigan
    Anyone living in London (close to Wokingham) and doing the 2019 Cape Epic - if you're looking for a training partner please let me know. I have one behind me already so have some insight to share if you haven't ridden it before. Cheers Graham.
  22. alexmamet
    Hi anyone reading this post, Looking for a partner of similar level for 2019 race. I am 41, train intensively ~600h/year, race UCI Marathon series (best result 27th GC), won 20-30ish UCI pts each of the last few seasons. However, I ride my bike for fun, because it like it, not beacause I have too. Easy going personality welcomed, man or elite woman. Alex
  23. News bot
    The world’s biggest and toughest mountain bike race route was announced yesterday. And if you’ve been eyeing a highly-prized entry into the 2018 Absa Cape Epic, Virgin Active is giving you the chance to get it – that’s if you’re willing to battle your burning quads, lungs and waning mental fortitude. Click here to view the article
  24. Dubber
    I've seen a couple tweets to the effect that the new Cape Epic owners are to rescind the rule around not allowing riders with drug infringements from entering the event. Is this true? Does anyone have anymore clarity on the the exact changes?
  25. largechainring
    Who managed to get an early bird entry ?
  26. JanJan
    Similar to the USN Cape Epic Challenge, Virgin Active are also headline sponsors and got on baord to host a competion called the Virgin Active Epic Battle. It uses Strava as a platfrom where a rider (Virgin Active member) completes challenges to stand a chance to win a Absa Cape Epic 2018 entry. The website: Virgin Active The rules: Legal Pages Terms & Conditions The Challenges: Go for Speed - Do 1 ride for at least 1 hour with an average speed of 23 km/h Go for One Hundred (once-off distance) - Do a 100km ride Go for Total Elevation (once-off elevation) - Do at least 1 Ride with an elevation of 1000m … Go for Total Distance (Weekly total distance) - Do at least 300 km for the week … Go for Altitude (Weekly total elevation) - Total elevation for the week of at least 3500m Go There - Become a VA Member and sign up for My VAEach challange has a week time limit. A very nice initiative!
  27. deonkretch
    Just had a quick look at some posts about the Cape Epic purchasing Wine2Whales and started thinking about the costs of stage racing... Here is a quick link to a Google spreadsheet if you're interested in adding to the list. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_wf5OJzbYdcxKS_nkgJhvfUm87flBt_SWsBtOPSVaBU/edit?usp=sharing This is not a post about whether it is cheap or expensive or the Rand vs Dollar debate - more about an actual comparison of what these races actually cost. (Entry fee, excluding any of your incidental extras like travel, mechanic packages, massage etc.) Here is a quick summary of what I have so far... Rand for Rand the Joberg2C still provides great value for a longer event in terms of costs per kilometre at a low R64,51 for 2018 (With free coffee and magnificent food) and the Cape Epic topping out on R113.83/km (with plastic cups for water). *Disclaimer: Rates are as accurate as my 2 minute Google Search provided. Accommodation and food is based on my own experience and rating (No, I don't 'bant' and I like steak, pasta and beer - probably too much!) PS> I would love to compare some of these with the costs of doing an international race like the Trans Portugal or Trans Alp!
  28. News bot
    Challenge yourself with USN and win one of two team entries to the 2017 Absa Cape Epic, plus a chance of winning USN online shopping vouchers worth R1500 each. Click here to view the article
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