OUDTSHOORN NEWS - The Yearly Built It Cycle Tour took place on Saturday 8 November in Oudtshoorn with over a 275 cyclicts taking part in this popular race.
28km results
RJ Van Lill won the U13 Boys category with a time of 55:02.03, followed by Rikus Kapp at 59:07.71.
Jaco von Mollendorff secured third place in the Tandem category with a time of 1:01:11.64, which was also recorded for another entry.
Eli Miles led the U11 Boys category, finishing fifth overall at 1:01:57.37.
Chanel Schuin was the top female finisher in the open category, completing the race in 1:03:29.51.
The results include various categories, with notable performances from both male and female participants across age groups.
54km results
Camaron Wilcox and Ferdi Botha tied for first in the U17 Boys category, both finishing in 1:26:21.72.
Hayden Salzwedel followed closely in third place at 1:27:27.48.
Siphosihle Lucas won the U15 Boys category with a time of 1:27:47.00, while Amoné Büser led the U17 Girls category at 1:37:12.78.
The Open category saw a competitive field, with multiple participants finishing closely together, including Caleb Kock and Johan Montzinger.
The results reflect a diverse range of competitors, including junior and open categories, with several participants achieving notable times.
104km results
Miguel Carvalho topped the Vets Men (30-39) category with a time of 2:36:42.0, sharing the same time with several elite competitors.
The Elite Men U23 category featured multiple participants finishing at 2:36:42.0, indicating a highly competitive race.
Rachel Seaman was the top female finisher in the Elite Ladies U23 category, completing the race in 3:06:04.0.
The results highlight a mix of age categories, including Vets and Junior Men, with various finish times reflecting the competitive nature of the event.
Notably, several participants did not finish (DNF), indicating the challenges faced during the race.
Street mile results
In the Street Mile event, Rachel Seaman achieved the fastest time for females at 2:46.1, while Ferdi Botha led the male competitors with a time of 2:20.8.
The results showcase a blend of junior and elite competitors, emphasising the event's inclusivity across different age groups and categories.
Overall, the Cycle Tour 2025 results illustrate a successful event with strong performances across various categories and distances, highlighting the competitive spirit and dedication of the participants.
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