[Event] TransKaroo MTB

[Rouxenator]

This really is the pinnacle of single day mountain biking. Trust me. You won't we disappointed, the 2017 route is new and a challenge on an old favourite.

[sucramuk]

Evening all

 

Just getting round to booking my accommodation at the finish point of the event.

They only have camping left, I don't fancy getting in the bakkie and driving off anywhere after the event (my goal is to finish even ifs its with 30 seconds to go!).

So being a pom and naturally being used to the cold I am going to book a camping pitch.

 

The pitch fee is R300 and allows up to 6 people, if anyone needs to camp let me know as we can save a bit.( which can go towards some more hot water bottle)

 

Marcus

[Rouxenator]

Porter House 11 in Ceres always served me well.

 

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[Pedal Power Association]

Confirmation emails have now been sent to all entrants.

if you have not received your entry confirmation please contact gary@pedalpower.org.za.

 

Early bird entries have been extended until 15 July 2017.

[Pedal Power Association]

[Pedal Power Association]

‘EARLY BIRD’ ENTRIES FOR TRANS-KAROO MTB CLOSE THIS WEEKEND

"Early Bird" entries for the TRANS-KAROO MTB on Saturday 2 September close on 15 July, which means you still have a few days to get a discounted event entry. The normal entry fee then applies until 15 August, where after entries close and you'll have to wait until 2018 to get a shot at riding this iconic event.

What is the TRANS-KAROO MTB? It's not an easy event. It's not an event for unfit riders. It's not an event for novices.

It's an event that will test your mental strength as much as your legs. It's an event that will have you love and hate your bicycle - often at the same time. It's an event that gives you serious cycling bragging rights if you become one of the handful of riders to have completed it.

Let's face it, riding 247 km in 17 hours is not everyone's cup of tea. Are you up for it? Come and find out!

Over the last 4 years the Trans-Karoo MTB has built a solid reputation for a ‘bucket list’ event, and the popularity of the race is increased by the fact that entries are limited due to the sensitive eco-systems that the race traverses.

The event annually alternates between an “up” ride (Ceres to Sutherland) and a “down” ride. 2017 is a “down” ride and participants can therefore once again expect to tackle the daunting drop down the escarpment via the 10 km descent down Ouberg Pass, finishing many hours later on the Ceres side with the 14 km rocky climb up the Skittery Pass. 

The quaint Karoo town of Sutherland is home to the South African Astronomical Observatory, the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) and the best stargazing in the country.  It is also one of the coldest places in South Africa. Wikipedia tells us to expect average daytime temperatures in September of 16 degrees, while the temperature can still drop to zero at night. Head lamps, an emergency blanket (“space blanket’), enough water, basic tools and puncture repair kit and medical supplies are therefore compulsory items to carry along, with support being allowed only at two designated points along the route.

 In 2013 Timothy Hammond finished the first ‘down’ ride in 9:27, with Hannele Steyn winning the women’s solo section in 10:41 to finish 7th overall, the highest a female rider has finished to date.

In 2015 Charles McFall set a new ‘down’ record to finish in 8:35, while Amanda Brookes was the first female rider in 10:58. What will 2017 bring?

“Early Bird” entries cost R1500 per person for PPA members and R1800 per person for non-PPA members, with all entries from 16 July-15 August costing R2 000. Various packages are available around accommodation and meals, or using the event bus to transport you and your bicycle from Cape Town to Sutherland, and back from Ceres to Cape Town. 

 

·         Read more:  http://www.transkaroomtb.co.za/

·         Enquiries: gary@pedalpower.org.za / (021) 671-6340

[Rouxenator]

How many entries have been received so far?

[Heel Drop]

Porter House 11 in Ceres always served me well.

 

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I am travelling on the bus from Cape Town - not knowing Kaleo guest farm  is 34 km outside Ceres, I booked already- now I need to get from the end to Ceres - emailed Gary - a bit of a situation hopefully there is a solution 

[Heel Drop]

are there markings at all the turns - by the sounds of it they keep markings to a minimum ? 

[Rouxenator]

Kaleo is an awesome place to stay provided you can find accomodation.

 

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[Heel Drop]

Kaleo is an awesome place to stay provided you can find accomodation.

 

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I think its full so not much options except Ceres then?

[Rouxenator]

are there markings at all the turns - by the sounds of it they keep markings to a minimum ? 

Yes there are marking, but not a lot of turns, less than 10 over the entire 247km.

 

I think its full so not much options except Ceres then?

Definitely give Porterhouse Eleven a try then.

[Rouxenator]

You all got the email from Gary about the registration? Please do attend.

 

I will try to be there, wearing an orange TransKaroo t-shirt so please ask me if you have questions. Most questions I will try to answer here before hand.

 

Route profile : 

Total Climb : 2532m

Total Descent : 3012m

 

Route : 

 

I have the GPX of last years up-ride which will be the reverse of what we are doing this year : http://s000.tinyupload.com/?file_id=65257382887514883470

 

 

[milky4130]

I am travelling on the bus from Cape Town - not knowing Kaleo guest farm  is 34 km outside Ceres, I booked already- now I need to get from the end to Ceres - emailed Gary - a bit of a situation hopefully there is a solution 

last year for the Cederberg 100 miler race, the finish was also at Kaleo. I cycled from Kaleo to where I booked accommadation which was in Prince Alfred Hamlet, a tiny town smack bang in the middle of Ceres & Kaleo give them a go.

[Rouxenator]

In 48 hours we will be going down Ouberg pass ! 

 

I trust everyone else is as excited as I am ? 

[Rouxenator]

Thank you Gary, Rob and the rest of the PPA team for making this a very well organised and executed Transkaroo. Everything was simply perfect