Goosebay Posted January 18, 2012 Share Event Name: GANSBAAI MTB FUNRIDE - STERKTRAPWhen: 30 June 2012Where: De Uijlenes, Gansbaai, Western CapeCategory: MTBJoin us for a funride through pristine fynbos, at a farm styled venue with home baked delicacies and good country vibe. The venue has accommodation available for those who want to make a weekend of it. Enter at Entry time There will be rides suitable for children as well as fit non-technical riders, but watch out for the route that is only in the mountains, only for fit technical riders who enjoy a challenge. More details on our website, as well as photos from previous events. Just a few more details re 2012. NEW!! Added the profiles for the new 45 and 30 to the website 2012 Updates 60km - For the race snakes as well as those who don't enjoy too much technical riding. This route is the same as last year. Mostly scenic gravel road, has a fairly technical climb and descent in the beginning and at the end. 45km - For those who are fit and very proficient on their bikes, and who love a true mountain challenge. This route is very tough, the climbs are not easy and you do not get much rest on the descents. You climb more than last year, and the last descent is fast and technical. This is a true mountain ride, you will only do a few km on a road that links the two mountain sections, the rest is either up or down. 30km - We added a new route this year for those who to go a little further than 23km. It has good climbs, as well as fun jeep track and single track. You will need a reasonable level of fitness for this ride. Fynbos and views excellent! 23km - Same as last year. It has some hills, I thought there were only two climbs but was informed by some that there were 200! It is a very nice fynbos ride, nothing too technical but you will get a reasonable workout. 10km - A bit longer than year. Aimed at children getting into mountain biking and those not as fit as they would like to be. There is a fynbos section in the middle of the ride that can be avoided if you find that your child is struggling a little. Kiddies dash - if there are some children on pushbikes or trikes then we do an impromptu ride around the venue. We had a few children do it last year and the cupcakes were a hit! The rides are for your enjoyment - we do not have a cut-off, although you might miss out on lunch or the chocolate crunchies if you take all day. You will also miss the prize giving if you dawdle too long. We give away a load of fantastic local prizes - including shark dives and whale trips and accommodation at awesome local spots, so it is definately worthwhile to have a little burn in your legs to get home on time! Just something about the venue - although it is very rustic, it is a fun family venue. Lot's of little walks and animals, space to run around in and very safe. The view and small town vibe is awesome. There are a number of rooms available as well as dorms. There are very good braai facilities as well as a massive indoor fireplace where some of the overnighters braai'd last year. The hall is huge and we'll have mountain bike clips showing. Best to contact Jackie at gansbaaimtbfunride@gmail.com This ride is so that you can enjoy the surrounding unique fynbos and mountains of the Overberg, as well as contribute to farmworker development! http://mysite.mweb.co.za/residents/jcl/2011%20gansbaai/uijlenes%20web.jpg http://mysite.mweb.co.za/residents/jcl/2011%20gansbaai/flowervalley%20downhill%20s.jpg http://mysite.mweb.co.za/residents/jcl/2011%20gansbaai/new%2045%20005.jpg http://mysite.mweb.co.za/residents/jcl/2011%20gansbaai/new%20descent.jpgGo to Event Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilipV Posted January 18, 2012 Share Oh yes! This is a must do!I can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMCfan Posted January 18, 2012 Share mmmmm....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatGirl Posted January 18, 2012 Share alwee! ha ha ha ha man daai 45km was 'n killer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted February 10, 2012 Share (deleted garbled post) Edited April 10, 2012 by Goosebay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatGirl Posted February 10, 2012 Share goosebay: you missed an end tag! Edited February 10, 2012 by CatGirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted February 10, 2012 Share <p>This kind of stuff is not my forte! But thanks anyway</p><p> </p><p>Are we seeing you again this year!!??</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted February 10, 2012 Share <p>ok so where do I find that elusive end tag??</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted February 10, 2012 Share <p>Testing</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheryl J Posted February 12, 2012 Share The 45km was awesome last year! Brilliant riding in the fynbos, with awesome views and some nice tough climbs. I'll be back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilipV Posted February 13, 2012 Share I can't wait. Did the 40something route last year and will be doing it again this year.Some sweet singletrack and epic riding in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatGirl Posted February 13, 2012 Share <p>Testing</p> pm sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted February 15, 2012 Share <p>Added the maps and profiles for this year's rides</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosebay Posted March 19, 2012 Share <p>Entries now open at Entry time - see you there!</p><p> </p><p>Updated the 30km route as well, bit less road, more jeep and singletrack.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydude Posted March 19, 2012 Share So the 45km is tougher (more technical and climbing per km) than the 60km? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatGirl Posted March 19, 2012 Share So the 45km is tougher (more technical and climbing per km) than the 60km? yup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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