[Event] Namaqua Daisy Challenge

[Max Headroom]

@ Max Headroom -

 

 

 

Firstly,thank you for the interest in the Namaqua Daisy.

 

 

 

Im not sure that you are familiar with the Vredendal region and its surroundings.

 

 

 

End of August the area is already nicely warmed up in the morning and it is not uncommon to reach 30 degrees by noon at the start of spring.

 

 

 

Vredendal is 300 km drive from Cape Town and with the current roadworks on the N7 this 3 hour drive could well result in a 4 hour drive or longer.

 

 

 

So no matter if we start the race even at 10:00am,its almost impossible to drive through in the morning.

 

 

 

They idea is to visit the area for a weekend in a time that it is at its most beautiful, with the Namakwaland flowers in bloom.

 

 

 

Regarding the clash with the Hopefield race:

 

 

 

Well,with the amount of growth that MTB events have seen over the past few years this come as no surprise.

 

 

 

The amount of events avaible by far exceeds the amount of days available in a year so this kind of thing is bound to happen and is quite common.

 

 

 

Luckily there are far more riders out there than events,and we as riders are therefore spoilt for choice.

 

 

 

So,whichever event you choice to do,enjoy it and have fun!

 

 

 

I hope this answers your concerns.

 

Thanks for the detailed reply. Much appreciated.

[ToyMaloy]

Verblyf en Kampeering beskikbaar op bergkraal. Skakel Frikkie van Zyl by 083 630 6370 of 027 213 2500.

 

 

[Deonkat]

FARMFUN is team orientated fun and games, to engage the whole family in a fun filled day of activities. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/farm-fun.html

 

 

[Deonkat]

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[Deonkat]

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Some of the views participants can look forward to

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[Deonkat]

Go and check out our website for a full list of all our sponsors http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/sponsors.html

Edited August 19, 2014 by Deonkat

[Deonkat]

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Medals to all finishers of MTB and Trail run.

Edited August 19, 2014 by Deonkat

[Deonkat]

FARMFUN is team orientated fun and games, to engage the whole family in a fun filled day of activities.

 

The 6km FUNRUN OR WALK is for any age and fitness level, even Grandma can complete the distance with ease. The 10km FUN RIDE is the ideal family ride for all enthusiastic cyclists.

 

FARMFUN GAMES is immeasurable fun for the whole family. You enter a team of 6 members of which 2 must be adults. Different fun activities are set out for teams to compete against each other, utilising all team members' talents! Great prizes to won !

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Edited August 19, 2014 by Deonkat

[Deonkat]

57km MTB

The 57km route consists of about 90% jeep track. The climbs are mainly rocky and technical. Rewarding views of the Olifants River valley awaits the effort.

Some fast down hills with hair raising bends. This route requires fit and experienced riders. Good climbing skills are necessary. Rocky hills and sandy tracks will definitely test your skills and abilities. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/5057568_orig.jpg

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[Deonkat]

34km MTB

The 34km route is mainly jeep track. The climbs can be rocky in some places and also very steep. At the top of the climbs the rider will be rewarded with stunning views of the valley and surroundings.

For fit riders this will be a walk in the park, for the not so fit it will be harder, but an unforgettable challenge. http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/9683193_orig.jpg

[Deonkat]

26km Trail Run

First part the same as 16 km trail but turns on to a jeep track at “Skaapkop” with a little incline. On top you will have a picturesque view of the Olifantsrivier Valley. Rest of trail mostly onto farmtrack through the veld with its wild flowers in bloom.http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/8614735_orig.jpg

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[Deonkat]

14km Trail Run

First part of route mainly farm track and will take runners through vineyards. Then small part gravel road on to farm track again for most of the route. This is a very scenic trail route that will take you through the veld with its wild Namaqualand flowers in all the colours you can think of.http://daisychallenge.weebly.com/uploads/3/0/9/2/30925873/331925_orig.jpg

Edited August 19, 2014 by Deonkat

[Deonkat]

 

 

[Deonkat]

for more up to date info and route progress go and check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/467715616664739/

 

 

[Deonkat]

 

Bridge crossing for participants in 26km trail run and 57km mtb.

Edited August 20, 2014 by Deonkat

[Deonkat]

Busy building some more single track for participants to enjoy. Like they say... we aim to please!