Delanie Posted February 28, 2017 Share Event Name: The U – MTB Stage Race @ Piket-Bo-Berg TrailsWhen: 20 October 2017 - 22 October 2017Where: Mouton’s Valley Farm, Piket-Bo-Berg - 32°47’01.07”S 1, Western CapeCategory: MTBWe want to share our untamed single tracks and the natural beauty of our mountains paired with great food and our small town hospitality with you.You will enjoy· 2 days of unforgettable authentic mountain biking· the privacy of your own tent, camping next to the dam· relaxing afternoons and evenings in the chill zone next to the dam Also available· bicycle tech support and service by Bike Addict, Malmesbury· recovery massages by EPT Recovery Specialists· luxury accommodation available for 6 teams on a first come first serve basis We are looking forward to sharing our small town hospitality with you while you enjoy some of the best tracks South Africa has to offer.Follow us on Facebook for the latest updates.Go to Event Page Kylie and MBMtbGirl 2 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bob Posted February 28, 2017 Share And the single day ride / trail run is on the 9th of September (not 9th of Feb' that is cropping up her on the Hub). Excited to do both this year. Only races of the year that I'll strap a number on for (bar the Argus). Edited February 28, 2017 by hellocolour T-Bag68 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3075760 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matchstix Posted February 28, 2017 Share Some of the best trails in SA in my opinion Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3075889 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted February 28, 2017 Share This really is the best stage race out there currently. The little teaser Friday, then straight into 2 days of RAD! Remember to dress up. There was a prize for best dressed last year..... I drank it and now the CBC T-shirt that matched the beer is too small for my boep! If you are in doubt, just bite the bullet and do the U.... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3075898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTBeer Posted March 8, 2017 Share so I see this is now R10 000 for a team for 2 days Taking the pi ss to a whole new level or is that the going rate. BuffsVintageBikes 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081445 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matchstix Posted March 8, 2017 Share Anybody that's been there will understand. Yes it's pricey. HoweverFood from Friday night to Sunday lunch. It's technically 3 days if you include the prologue.And it's amazing single track with close to 85km of hand built singletrack Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081519 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTBeer Posted March 8, 2017 Share Anybody that's been there will understand. Yes it's pricey. HoweverFood from Friday night to Sunday lunch. It's technically 3 days if you include the prologue.And it's amazing single track with close to 85km of hand built singletrackI've entered the 63km race on 9 Sep. But there is no way I will pay 10k for a local ride, no matter how good the trails. varkie2 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081548 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffsVintageBikes Posted March 8, 2017 Share so I see this is now R10 000 for a team for 2 days Taking the pi ss to a whole new level or is that the going rate. For all 103km's of the event MTBeer 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081566 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matchstix Posted March 8, 2017 Share Still cheaper per km that epic Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081580 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbo Posted March 8, 2017 Share Did the U last year and thoroughly enjoyed it - but the increase in entry from 7.5K to 10K is taking the piss... Was looking forward to doing it again but with a 33% increase, 2017 won't see me on the start line. I would however strongly recommend riding the 65km race (R395), incredible trails and a fair entry fee. MTBeer 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3081744 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickus.jooste Posted March 14, 2017 Share Did the U last year and thoroughly enjoyed it - but the increase in entry from 7.5K to 10K is taking the piss... Was looking forward to doing it again but with a 33% increase, 2017 won't see me on the start line. I would however strongly recommend riding the 65km race (R395), incredible trails and a fair entry fee.Sorry to read this! You will be missed at the U! We really loved the riders from last year - you guys were awesome. So many new things for the next edition.... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087084 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickus.jooste Posted March 14, 2017 Share I've entered the 63km race on 9 Sep. But there is no way I will pay 10k for a local ride, no matter how good the trails.Come find me after the 63km and i will show you what you are missing out on and justify the 10k for you! Hope you are fit enough for the 63 - 40% DNF average over two years... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087099 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donovan Le Cok Posted March 14, 2017 Share Best race of the year, hands down! Cant wait for this. Jewbacca 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087153 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted March 14, 2017 Share Best race of the year, hands down! Cant wait for this.Are you going to have a 'real' partner this year? I love this event... beer, awesome trails, laughs, amazing food and radness. W2W is more than this and it is far far far less awesome..... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087170 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickus.jooste Posted March 14, 2017 Share Are you going to have a 'real' partner this year? I love this event... beer, awesome trails, laughs, amazing food and radness. W2W is more than this and it is far far far less awesome..... "Are you going to have a 'real' partner this year?" - some big words coming from the "bessed dresse couple" Jewbacca 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087178 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcg Posted March 14, 2017 Share Best trails without a doubt! DId last two 63km rides. And booked this year's too.Would love to do the U. BUT that is really a steep price in anybody's book. There is no doubt that the trails are awesome, the venue top notch and I assume the meals great too. But stark reality is that it doesn't quite add up for me: distances are relatively short (for all days) and so my experience versus investment is not quite there. I get that a lot goes into staging/maintaining this, but to be honest maybe we are looking to up the profit a little too much?? (NB not sure on this?).If you can provide me with +-60km for 2 days...or make it a 3 day for same distances i might consider it.Maybe allow some weekend riding (e.g. long weekends/holidays) to up your income from trails and accommodation. The interest is there!#justsaying Cycling Addict 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/166614-event-the-u-%E2%80%93-mtb-stage-race-piket-bo-berg-trails/#findComment-3087194 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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