[Event] MTN National XCM #3 Sabie Driven By NISSAN

[KnobbyMech]

Sorry chaps...the figures on the website are correct!

• Ultra - 3070m
  
• Marathon - 2120m
  
• Half-Marathon - 950m
  

The course is similar to previous years so riders dont have to stress to much.

 

* Due to the severe rains that Sabie experienced 2 weeks ago, certain sections of the route might still be changed.

 

 

Thanks Tim. Must say I don't think I am the only one that will be a touch relieved. Have not been to Sabie for a while and can't wait!

[Nettie R]

Can you guys who recently made the jump from half-marathon to marathon comment on how much effort it took? The Sabie half marathon has watered down from a 45 to a 38km.

Or did I choose the wrong marathon to take on as a first timer?

[G-Unit]

Can you guys who recently made the jump from half-marathon to marathon comment on how much effort it took? The Sabie half marathon has watered down from a 45 to a 38km.

Or did I choose the wrong marathon to take on as a first timer?

IMO, big jump - can you say 'Mamba switchbacks'?

[IdeJongh]

Can you guys who recently made the jump from half-marathon to marathon comment on how much effort it took? The Sabie half marathon has watered down from a 45 to a 38km.

Or did I choose the wrong marathon to take on as a first timer?

 

Yes the mamba switchback's are quite hectic!!

 

But going to the longer distance is all about intensity, if you keep your HR out of the red for the first half of the race and start pushing a bit more the last half you'll be surprised.

 

I've recently started doing the Ultra's and I'm managing well, and its all down to pacing yourself, dont get caught up in the hype at the start.

 

EDIT: And when I say "managing well" I mean completing them within cut-offs and not cramp and die along the route.

Edited February 2, 2012 by IdeJongh

[Robrider]

Can you guys who recently made the jump from half-marathon to marathon comment on how much effort it took? The Sabie half marathon has watered down from a 45 to a 38km.

Or did I choose the wrong marathon to take on as a first timer?

 

Yeah, prob not the best one to try for a first one. It depends how much training you have done of course. My opinion is that no matter the amount of training you do, it is still a bit of a jump. Your body doesn't know what to expect. So rather start with a race with less climbing...

 

My 2c.

[kosmonooit]

Its a big climb - but fun, just pace yourself. As IJ says don believe the hype of the bunch, just find a comfortable pace, even take a walk if the going gets too heavy on the pedal. And slukking GU's en-route too early is not going to help!!!

 

An remember, for every up hill there is a downhill, and a most awesome one at that. What normally gets me is the undulations towards the end, they always never seem to end in those forest routes. Hoping to better my 7 hours last year

[MtbBarbie]

Can you guys who recently made the jump from half-marathon to marathon comment on how much effort it took? The Sabie half marathon has watered down from a 45 to a 38km.

Or did I choose the wrong marathon to take on as a first timer?

I made the jump from Half-marathons to full last year. I must say I much prefer the longer races! I find its easier to find a rhythm and stick to it. It's completely different racing though! Going back to do short races now, kills me. I'm sure you'll love it!

[Tim_Fair]

Hey guys,

 

Here are the updated route maps and profiles. Some of the routes have been tweeked after the heavy rain that Sabie experienced and the water points have been moved on the Half Marathon.

 

Half Marathon

 

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/401986_10150531211687584_82494432583_8863303_1533784424_n.jpg

 

Marathon

 

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/409550_10150531212577584_82494432583_8863305_808682953_n.jpg

 

Ultra Marathon

 

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/423145_10150531213787584_82494432583_8863306_1423847030_n.jpg

[Tim_Fair]

Ultra Marathon

• Total Ascent - 3150m
  
• Distance - 113km
  

Marathon

• Total Ascent - 2100m
  
• Distance - 75km
  

Half Marathon

• Total Ascent - 1050m
  
• Distance - 40km
  

Fun Race

• Total Ascent - 125m
  
• Distance - 15km
  

Edited February 7, 2012 by Tim_Fair

[G-Unit]

Oh, good - you made the ultra even longer.

Hope it stops raining, or we may end up at 130k!

[Cycling Addict]

Never ridden in Sabie - what would the recommendation be for the Marathon - 29er hardtail or 26 FS?

[Tim_Fair]

Join us for MTN National MTB Series #3 Sabie (UCI World Series#1) Driven by NISSAN Half-Marathon Pre-ride on Sunday 12th Feb. Start at York Sports Grounds - 07h00

[Tim_Fair]

Join us for MTN National MTB Series #3 Sabie (UCI World Series#1) Driven by NISSAN Half-Marathon Pre-ride on Sunday 12th Feb. Start at York Sports Grounds - 07h00

 

Under no circumstances must anyone attempt to ride the Sabie Classic courses prior to the race. Permits to ride in Sabie can be obtained from the authorized sellers but the route for the race does not follow the existing routes, deviation from these routes is trespassing.

[Tim_Fair]

Anybody still looking for accommodation?

 

Contact Michelle for specials.

 

 

Email : michellehi@southersun.com

Kantoor nommer 013 757 0000

Selfoon :071 880 5317

[Tim_Fair]

Awesome race shirt for MTN National MTB Series #3 Sabie (UCI World Series#1) Driven by NISSAN...make sure you pre-enter ASAP!!!

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/429260_10150550410692584_82494432583_8912932_1301740589_n.jpg

[Duathlete007]

<p>Strange not being asked about sizes when entering??</p>

<p>Hopefully I get a shirt that fits...</p>