[Event] Swartland MTB

[Swartland MTB]

Event Name: Swartland MTB
When: 20 August 2011
Where: Org de Rac Wine Estate, Koringberg, Western Cape
Category: MTB

SWARTLAND MTB FUNRIDE

SATURDAY 20 AUGUST 2011

 

DISTANCES 70 km; 40 km; 20 km

STARTING TIME 70 km @ 08h30; 40 km @ 08h50; 20 km @ 09h10

ORGANISING COMMITTEE Swartland MTB

 

ENQUIRIES Kobus Dippenaar / Dewald du Toit

PHONE 082 897 2490 / 082 940 4901

EMAIL swartberg@moorreesburg.net/dutoitdewald@yahoo.com

PRIZE GIVING/CUT-OFF 13h00

PRE-ENTRIES CLOSE 18 August 2011

ONLINE ENTRIES www.pedalpower.org.za

 

ROUTE DESCRIPTION

One of the most scenic rides on the calendar, using private property not normally open to the public. All routes incorporate flowing singletrack, jeep and “tweespoor” tracks through wheat, canola fields and fynbos, stunning views and an interesting little 150m climb to the finish.

 

The 70 km route takes riders twice to the top of Koringberg, from where you can see all the way to Table Mountain and across the Swartland. Be ready for two technical downhills that will test both brakes and downhill skills. Climbs, descents and flat sections are evenly dispersed, with about 11% single track; 15% easy gravel roads and the rest on jeep tracks. Your legs will be tested by the approximate 1200m of climbing. The downhills have rocky sections that need to be navigated with care allthough the experienced riders can fly over the rocks with ease. The aim of this route is to test skill as well as fitness so come prepared. If you want to enter the Epic come and practice here.

 

The 40 km route pedals up Swartberg (430m climb in 3km), returning via a fast singletrack. Expect some 17% singletrack, 19% gravel roads and the remainder on scenic jeep tracks, with 30% climbing in total. This route is better on the legs than the 70km but it will still test your fitness with the approximate 650m climbing in total. Downhills are on good single track with easy to ride surface. This route is for everyone who loves riding and maintain a good fitness level. It is the most beautifull way to see Table Mountain and the Swartland.

 

The 20 km route is fairly flat, with only one short, steep climb. The rest of the scenic route takes place over gentle rolling hills and is suitable for novices and children. This route will be untimed. Children u/10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

 

DIRECTIONS TO VENUE

From Cape Town, take the N7 past Malmesbury. Take the Org De Rac Wine Estate turn-off from the N7 just past the Berg River and follow the signs on your left. The estate is situated between Moorreesburg and Piketberg, about 120km from Cape Town. GPS Coordinates: 32° 57' 43.6" S, 18° 45' 0.2" E

 

NOTES

Food stalls at the venue. Spectators are encouraged to visit the small town of Koringberg, where you can also see 40km and 70km participants at the water point in town, and visit the local restaurant! Easy Entry Tickets accepted. This event was awarded as the best new event on the PPA Funride Calendar for the 2010 season.

 

Remember to wear your PPA funride number.

 

Costs:

70km: R80(pre-entry;PPA);R90(pre-entry;Non PPA);R100(late entry;PPA);R110 late

entry;Non PPA)

40km: R80(pre-entry;PPA);R90(pre-entry;Non PPA);R100(late entry;PPA);R110

late entry;Non PPA)

20km: R50 (pre-entry;PPA); R60 (pre-entry;Non PPA); R60 (late entry;PPA); R80

(late entry; Non PPA)

 

CSA Day License: Non PPA - R35

Temp number: Non PPA - R5(unseeded)

PPA Late entries - R35(seeded)

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[Jaco-fiets]

How much climbing in totlal for the 70km and 40km?

[CatGirl]

wie gan sign up vir die een??

eks in soos gewoonlik

[lerouc]

Ek sal die 20 gaan doen...weet nog nie of ek kans sien vir n 40 nie...

[CatGirl]

Ek sal die 20 gaan doen...weet nog nie of ek kans sien vir n 40 nie...

 

 

laas jaar was dit 45km as ek reg onthou en was die 1ste +- 20km flat - terig, dan gan ons op met koringberg tot by die toring('n serious uphill) en kom weer af en dan die laaste stuk is rolling hills tot by die finish by die kelder

[lerouc]

Is daar erens n profile vir die roete? Het by gansbaai hul 23 gedoen en dink ek sal die 40 kan haal (met n bietjie stap natuurlik)...

[CatGirl]

jy moet daai ouens ma bel en vra , ek het hulle nou gemail, ma hulle vat bietjie lank om te reply

kannie onthou of ek 'n profile laas jaar gekry het nie

[flymango]

A fantastic race - on my "must do" list.

 

Definitely in. A slightly longer drive there than your average race, but you won't have any regrets. Be warned though, the climb up Swartberg (40km) is hectic!! But the single track thereafter is fantastic. Lovely setting and vibe after the race too.

[SURFER]

How does the 70km compare to the 60km Burger MTB. My time was 3h50 for the 60km

[Carmichael]

Ek gaan dit doen, bietjie bene strek voor die 75km gravel travel

[CatGirl]

Be warned though, the climb up Swartberg (40km) is hectic!!

 

tell me about it!

[Jaco-fiets]

Ek gaan dit doen, bietjie bene strek voor die 75km gravel travel

 

Is die gravel travel 'n 75km? Ek dog dis 65km. Dit klim glo iets soos 1850m. Die 105km klim 1000m meer.

 

Ek verstaan die 70km by die Swartland race klim koringberg 2 x. Is dit dieselfde klim altwee keer?

Edited August 1, 2011 by Jaco-fiets

[Carmichael]

Is die gravel travel 'n 75km? Ek dog dis 65km. Dit klim glo iets soos 1850m. Die 105km klim 1000m meer.

 

Ek verstaan die 70km by die Swartland race klim koringberg 2 x. Is dit dieselfde klim altwee keer?

 

Jip die gravel is tussen 70 en 75!! ja jy klim n helse hou! Het sondag die roete gaan trap!! hy eet jou.

 

Weet nie van die koringberg nie.

[CatGirl]

hiers die profiles...se nie veel nie ma dit gee 'n idee...

op die 40 se profile hou die lyn eers op hier na 50 km toe??? ma nou ja dan ry ek dit ma

[SURFER]

How much sand is there on the 70km?

[Skubarra]

Thanks Helloise!

 

Nogals 'n helse klim in die middel, maar gelukkig is die orige tot die einde basies afdraande!