Active Monkey Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Like you get the sani 2 see, what other entry level stage races are there ? Something to get me started in stage race?
dirtrider Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 As far as logistics goes 3 Towers would be a nice race to start with but be warned that even if you go for the shorter Challenge race a lot of training is still needed . Weight Weenie 1
F.C Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Hoew houk tour in may the spelling might be wrong but its a non timed stage race lerouc 1
covie Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 He is in Randburg F.C, not sure what entry level races they have up there, but most of the bigger races now have smaller easier versions. i.e down here you get the Black Rhino (for the fit) and the White Rhino (for the newbies) we also have greyton tour, winelands tour, and houwhoek tour, Whines to whales trail etc etc. Youll just have to peg what stage races you would like to do one day and then see if they offer the mini or non timed versions.A beauty if you are willing to travel is the RE-CM 200 in knysna.
Ceres Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 He is in Randburg F.C, not sure what entry level races they have up there, but most of the bigger races now have smaller easier versions. i.e down here you get the Black Rhino (for the fit) and the White Rhino (for the newbies) we also have greyton tour, winelands tour, and houwhoek tour, Whines to whales trail etc etc. Youll just have to peg what stage races you would like to do one day and then see if they offer the mini or non timed versions.A beauty if you are willing to travel is the RE-CM 200 in knysna. Also a new one here in Ceres in Feb.
jcza Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Look at route 66. You have the option of doing 2 days only or all 3 days. Follow link from cyclab website (under entries MTB events) Active Monkey, ChUkKy and Nicola13 3
Weight Weenie Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Magalies adventure or whatever it's called these days also comes to mind. Bit technical but not too long. The 3 Towers Challenge is awesome but you have to be able to climb. Allot.
Mojoman Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 This one...http://www.route66mtb.co.za/Probably your cheapest and closest option for us Cowtengers?
MuddyMike Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 I agree, Route 66 is a local Gauteng ride and not hard at all. Great start but no village, you sleep at home so lacks the stage race vibe. 3 Towers is superb.. .....Its the best I have ridden rand for km, vibe and fun. cant wait for this year again.......
dirtrider Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 I think the main thing people worry about with their first stage race is stuff like what to take and what to leave . That is why a stage race that starts and end in the same place everyday makes it a lot easier for 1st timers . You just load everything into the car and quickly find out what is needed . Next time you realize that you only need your bike and beer money . Still don't see why people rock up at these races with trailers full of spares and crap !!
Ceres Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Details? Check it out here. http://www.tankwatrek.co.za/mtb/race_info
=Bones= Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 We did the last Sabie lite for our first stage race and it was awesome The 2 days was enough to get tired but not broken Pants Boy 1
Ratty Posted January 3, 2013 Posted January 3, 2013 Berg and Bush is a nice one as well. Option of the 2 day or 3 day event.
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