With six days of driving and 526km of pedalling throughout a few of South Africa’s most scenic landscapes by way of the Free State and into the Drakensberg in KwaZulu-Natal, the Outdated Mutual go2berg race attracts native and worldwide riders who need to expertise the camaraderie of path driving.
Kicking off within the Free State city of Frankfort, the occasion appeals to aggressive riders in addition to those that need to witness the majesty of the Free State whereas traversing trails and gravel farm roads in direction of the foothills of the Maluti Mountains and the ultimate vacation spot, Champagne Citadel resort within the Drakensberg.
‘From 3-9 June, the race gives varied phases, starting from a 22km warm-up (prologue) in Frankfort to a 112km leg between Reitz and Clarens. Aptly often known as the Experience the Beloved Nation race, this occasion is a chance for mountain bikers to check their tenacity,’ says Mosala Phillips, Chief Advertising Officer of Outdated Mutual.
‘We take delight in involving communities, native charities, farmers’ associations and faculties all through the occasion. By offering refreshments alongside the roads, organising the 5 race villages, erecting tents, and providing catering providers, these communities profit from the most important racing occasion of the yr, usually essential for these remoted areas,’ provides Phillips.
Undoubtedly, probably the most difficult a part of the go2berg race is the 112km stretch on day two. Taking riders from Reitz to Clarens, this section contains 1 497m of ascents and descents, offering a demanding experience for individuals who will not be adequately ready.
From there, the route continues by way of the scenic Golden Gate Nationwide Park, the paths close to Mount Paul, and eventually reaches Sterkfontein Dam on the escarpment that descends quickly into KwaZulu-Natal.
The go2berg occasion caters to everybody and serves as a great experience for people transitioning from three-day rides to longer races. The surroundings is spectacular, and the route is distant sufficient that, on some days, fellow bikers would be the solely site visitors in sight.
‘As some routes are privately accessed and negotiated by the organisers particularly for this occasion, contributors have the possibility to expertise one thing distinctive that can not be replicated,’ says occasion organiser Craig Wapnick. ‘Outdated Mutual’s sponsorship of this outstanding mountain bike race highlights the pure fantastic thing about our nation and, extra importantly, the individuals who have contributed to its popularity as one of the hospitable locations on the planet.’
Phillips concludes, ‘When enjoyment and neighborhood pursuits align, all of us emerge as winners. Whereas the riders could go away behind faint tracks upon their return dwelling, the worth created by way of the flexibility to generate funds for native tasks will stay an enduring reminder of the occasion and Outdated Mutual’s involvement.’
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