[Event] 2019 Sappi Howick MTB Enduro

[Griffin]

is there camping availble ?

 

Not at the event itself but Midmar Dam and Bush Willow offer camping, Neither are far from Howick.

[Griffin]

Is there a list of all the KZN enduro events?

 

 

https://www.kznmtb.co.za/downloads/race-calendar

 

Ignore the Enduro on 9 March.. thats been incorporated into the Howick Enduro, Calendar will be updated shortly. 

[Griffin]

After un-official practice on 1 March join us at the Pyga Showroom in Howick for a few brown Fanta's and chat about the trails.. we might even slip in a  few tips for racing the Stages the next day. 

 

Lions River craft beer on tap and a few snacks .. all Gratis/Free/Mahala. Browse the latest Pyga initiatives and see the Hyrax and Slakline up close 'n personal... better than a double dose of Viagra!

 

5pm onwards,.. see you there!

[Natie S]

After un-official practice on 1 March join us at the Pyga Showroom in Howick for a few brown Fanta's and chat about the trails.. we might even slip in a few tips for racing the Stages the next day.

 

Lions River craft beer on tap and a few snacks .. all Gratis/Free/Mahala. Browse the latest Pyga initiatives and see the Hyrax and Slakline up close 'n personal... better than a double dose of Viagra!

 

5pm onwards,.. see you there!

Sounds lekker. From what time will you guys practice?

[Griffin]

Sounds lekker. From what time will you guys practice?

Trail will be open from mid morning.. 10am onwards.

 

Marking will be happening though the day so if anyone thinks they creating a sneak line they going to be surprised during racing to find it taped off   Stick within the cleared trail and you will be fine though. 

 

Start/Finish boards only go up early Saturday morning and no medics are on station during un-official prcatice. Day licences are compulsory for un-official practice. These can be obtained at 11 Karkloof via the honesty box or MySos app (incorporating snapscan and zapper)

[Griffin]

Still some accommodation available at http://www.11karkloof.co.za/

[Griffin]

Stages coming along nicely. 

 

Will be working on some final clearing and polishing this weekend. 

 

If you out on the trails this weekend to try get a sneak peak  please remember a day licence is necessary (unless you have a annual membership). If you see us out there please feel free to stop and say hi .. always happy to hear comments.

 

Day licences available at Howick Hospital, 11 Karkloof and via MySoS (mobile app)

 

 

Stage 4 may need to change depending on current Sappi harvesting. Will only know that late next week as it depends on their progress. 

[NelAndre]

Hey Griffin:

 

Where do we ride this weekend to sneak a view and also help if needed? In other words where are the stages...

[Griffin]

Ahh... a little sneak (line) attempt  

 

We meeting at 11 Karkloof tomorrow morning at 630 to head out at 7. If you coming to help work meet us there.. if you coming to ride and sneak peak the stages then ride until you find us  

[Griffin]

Great day out working on the trails today. Got a lot done and really happy with the comments from riders we saw out there. Stage 1 and 2 getting well ridden in. 

 

Please remember day licences are necessary to ride anytime outside of race day. If making use of the mobile app please download MySoS prior to the event to avoid any extra data usage or  delays.

[Pipsqueak]

Griffin can you give us a vague idea of where the stages start from? Firetower? And does my Karkloof Board grant me access to Howick, I can't remember?

Thx.

[Griffin]

Griffin can you give us a vague idea of where the stages start from? Firetower? And does my Karkloof Board grant me access to Howick, I can't remember?

Thx.

 

A valid 2019 Karkloof membership does indeed gives you access. Howick MTB Club and Karkloof MTB Club have a reciprocity agreement in place so any Howick member can ride Karkloof at no cost and visa versa. 

 

Please note if a Karkloof or Howick member you must display your board on your bike, along with the valid 2019 membership sticker on the board. If you dont have or have forgotten  your board/valid sticker then you will need to purchase a day licence.

 

3 stages start at Firetower and 1 from Puffadder Pass. Please note that work is still taking place on all stages. Stages will be complete and ready for un-official practice on Friday 1 March. 

[Griffin]

Don't forget to join us on 1 March at the Pyga Showroom in Howick after un-official practice. 

 

Lions River craft beer on tap and a few snacks. 

 

5pm onwards,.. see you there!

[Puncher]

Don't forget to join us on 1 March at the Pyga Showroom in Howick after un-official practice. 

 

Lions River craft beer on tap and a few snacks. 

 

5pm onwards,.. see you there!

So what are the details for the the un-official practice? I'm from out-a-town and would like to make an effort to attend.

[budd]

So 4 stages ? Where is registration & what time ?

[Griffin]

So what are the details for the the un-official practice? I'm from out-a-town and would like to make an effort to attend.

 

Would  recommend that you come have a pedal around if you can .. Stage 2 has A/B/C lines and would be a good idea to have a look at what line you want to take before heading down

 

Stage 1 and Stage 3 also have A/B lines..

 

Details are park at 11 Karkloof, pay your day licence (via MySoS so please install app before you come or pay cash via honesty box. MySoS also generates indemnity but if you doing cash payment you will need to fill in the indemnity book).

 

All stages will be marked from 1030am but no medics are on route. Transition/Liaisons will be marked with red arrows.. just follow them to find Stage 1 - 4.

 

Please don't damage any markings or break tape.. or create sneak lines! Also remember no shuttling or any private vehicles in the forests at any time. If you break this rule it will be an immediate DQ with no refund. 

 

On-official practice till 5pm. Then join us at Pyga for some essential vitamin replenishment

Edited February 25, 2019 by Griffin