Eselfontein Posted April 28, 2023 Posted April 28, 2023 Event Name: Eselfontein and Leatt MTB FestivalWhen: 13/10/2023 - 15/10/2023Where: Ceres, Western CapeCategory: MultisportThe Festival : 13-15 October 20223 Day Event: 3 Day Stage Race - ONLY 400 entries R3 600 per team (excl. CSA fees) R2 000 per solo rider (excl. CSA fees) 13-15 October 2022 Friday 13 October Day 1 – 40km @ 18:00 Saturday 14 October Day 2 – 55km @ 7:30 Sunday 15 October Day 3 – 40km @ 7:30 1 Day Events: Saturday 14 October 2022 55km MTB – R500 (excl. CSA fees) @ 7:30 with the 3 Day race group 20km MTB – R400 - Race Start between 7:30 – 8:00 TRAIL Run 15km – R400 - Race Start between 7:30 – 8:00 MASSAGES:45min = R600BIKE WORKSHOP:Package 1: Mini Services R800 for 2daysPackage 2: Wash and Lube R150 for 2days R100 for 1day FREE Camping grounds for all entrants.For Glamping option – admin@antoinetteevents.co.za or 028-4252729Food, beverage and coffee vendors throughout the whole weekendSwimming poolBike shop and bike wash availableSecure bike park available Website: www.eselfontein.co.zaContact information: Janene Malherbe 0825028810 / 0233122996 janene@eselfontein.co.zaOther Accommodation: www.ceres.org.zaEntries: www.entryninja.com BOOK your Bike service and massages online with EntryGo to Event Page.
Eselfontein Posted April 28, 2023 Author Posted April 28, 2023 To all our supporters We are excited to share with you, that the proceeds we have made with the 2022 MTB Festival has been so successful and already been given to the 5 Institutions (Schools and Homes) we support. Each of the 5 institutions got R40 000. Ceres Home received an extra R12 000 specially raised for their Dementia and Alzheimer's ward. For that, we thank Ds. Jandre Viljoen and his team. We did decide to distribute as much as possible to each institution equally – 2022 and the year to come will be a difficult financial time for all and for these institutions that rely on Donations. Again, Many Thanks for Your Support! With all of this said: It is time AGAIN to get our planning straight and fitness apps going……… Eselfontein MTB 2023 is happening 13-15 October and the Entries is open: https://www.entryninja.com/events/79080-eselfontein-festival Hope we will see you all Meezo, ChrisF, Jbr and 3 others 6
Eselfontein Posted August 7, 2023 Author Posted August 7, 2023 Enter now: https://www.entryninja.com/events/79080-eselfontein-festival This year it will be Eselfontein’s 22nd annual MTB festival and, in true spirit, we are once again hosting an exciting 3 Day stage race and trail run, where funds will be raised and contributed to various charitable organisations such as our local old age homes AND schools. The 2022 event has raised approximately R220 000 of which R212 000 was donated to the organisations. This is a family event and also CSA sanctioned. Delarey 1
Morne Veer Posted September 1, 2023 Posted September 1, 2023 What a fantastic event !! An annual highlight for me and an event that provides mtb riding / trails of the highest caliber. Testing indeed and natural for the most, with some stunning views and LOADS of single-track. Off the bike, the festival atmosphere and socializing in the camping area among current and new friends, give this event a truly unique status. Looking forward to yet another Eselsfontein weekend. Kylie and ChrisF 2
Headshot Posted September 1, 2023 Posted September 1, 2023 Pity the price has increased as significantly as it has since the event was started. Its now double the original price.
Morne Veer Posted September 1, 2023 Posted September 1, 2023 (edited) But that is the case with pretty much all events with the rising costs of service providers such as medics, time keepers, etc, when comparing to a couple of years ago. This is a family run event, in aid of raising funds for the local community - they only last year had their first title sponsor, but as far as I understand not coming in with huge cash as for example the big corporate events. Still getting your accommodation free, and a lot of bang for your buck for a great weekend imo. Edited September 1, 2023 by Morne Veer spelling error ChrisF and Red Cherry Events 2
Morne Veer Posted October 3, 2023 Posted October 3, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Johan1983 said: Is this event still a go? Not sure if the question is regarding possible damage to the trails or if it stems from elsewhere, but the event is surely proceeding, as I got my riders briefing info mail just a few days back. I also have it on good accord that the trails in some areas did take a hammering, but the owners of the event, invested a lot of money, time and resources to repairs and rebuild where required. Edited October 3, 2023 by Morne Veer spelling error (again) ChrisF 1
Johan1983 Posted October 3, 2023 Posted October 3, 2023 Yes its because of possible damage to the trails. I want to enter but don't want another disappointment like Around the Pot and Karoo to Coast
Morne Veer Posted October 3, 2023 Posted October 3, 2023 6 minutes ago, Johan1983 said: Yes its because of possible damage to the trails. I want to enter but don't want another disappointment like Around the Pot and Karoo to Coast Push "Enter" when prompted .......trails should be bliss come Friday the 13th
Esel Posted October 4, 2023 Posted October 4, 2023 Weather is looking good for Eselfontein for the weekend of the event. Headshot 1
Shebeen Posted October 4, 2023 Posted October 4, 2023 On 9/1/2023 at 11:33 AM, Headshot said: Pity the price has increased as significantly as it has since the event was started. Its now double the original price. @Headshot I'll jump in here. according to my email, in 2019 it was R1200pp for the 3day. including free camping. in 2022, it was R1500pp in2023 it is now R2000pp. camping is still gratis I'm not sure how far back you need to go to say it has doubled, but this is a CHARITY fundraising family run event. I challenge you to find better value elsewhere. bit bleak i am busy as this is the best way to kick off summer, enjoy the dark forest peeps! Headshot, Delarey, ChrisF and 1 other 1 3
Skubarra Posted October 4, 2023 Posted October 4, 2023 3 hours ago, Shebeen said: @Headshot I'll jump in here. according to my email, in 2019 it was R1200pp for the 3day. including free camping. in 2022, it was R1500pp in2023 it is now R2000pp. camping is still gratis I'm not sure how far back you need to go to say it has doubled, but this is a CHARITY fundraising family run event. I challenge you to find better value elsewhere. bit bleak i am busy as this is the best way to kick off summer, enjoy the dark forest peeps! Maybe not doubled but I was also a bit surprised by how much the event fees increased over the past few years. Still the best value for money around and I guess a better business model than starting too expensive and then having to find ways to reduce fees and costs to survive.
Eselfontein Posted October 9, 2023 Author Posted October 9, 2023 Due to the heavy rains this year (again and again and again), we had a lot of work that was done to the tracks (again and again and again), but ESELFONTEIN is RACE READY !! You might find 1 or 2 new turns, a new bump or two but we hope you enjoy the tracks as much as every other year ! We have extended our Entry closing date with 1 day. Online entries will close on 11 October 2023. https://www.entryninja.com/events/79080-eselfontein-festival Delarey and nonky 2
Cafe Racer Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/4/2023 at 11:31 AM, Shebeen said: @Headshot I'll jump in here. according to my email, in 2019 it was R1200pp for the 3day. including free camping. in 2022, it was R1500pp in2023 it is now R2000pp. camping is still gratis I'm not sure how far back you need to go to say it has doubled, but this is a CHARITY fundraising family run event. I challenge you to find better value elsewhere. bit bleak i am busy as this is the best way to kick off summer, enjoy the dark forest peeps! You cannot find a better bang for buck race anywhere, great trails, great vibe its a no brainer. Headshot 1
wolver Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/4/2023 at 11:31 AM, Shebeen said: @Headshot I'll jump in here. according to my email, in 2019 it was R1200pp for the 3day. including free camping. in 2022, it was R1500pp in2023 it is now R2000pp. camping is still gratis I'm not sure how far back you need to go to say it has doubled, but this is a CHARITY fundraising family run event. I challenge you to find better value elsewhere. bit bleak i am busy as this is the best way to kick off summer, enjoy the dark forest peeps! 2017 it was R1000 for a team (free camping) and there was prize money. That was too cheap! Still one of the best races of the year, proper trails and lekker vibes. Bleak to be missing this year.
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