SOUTHERN CAPE NEWS - Get ready for the 7Weekspoort MTB and Trail Run Challenge 2024, proudly sponsored by Ladismith Cheese!
Taking place in the picturesque town of Ladismith in the Western Cape, this exciting community event welcomes cyclists and runners from across the province.
Dates:
Friday, 27 September - Saturday, 28 September 2024
Venue: Karoo62Escapes, Ladismith – also the site of the Karoo Rocks Music Festival, with headliners like Francois van Coke.
Event highlights:
• Brand new trail running routes.
• MTB distances: 29km, 43km, and 85km.
• Trail run distances: 10km and 21km.
• Goodie bags for the first 100 entries!
Programme:
Friday 27 September
15:00-19:30: Registration and accommodation check-in
19:00: Pre-booked pasta dinner
Saturday 28 September
06:30-08:00: Final registration
07:30: Trail runs start
07:45: MTB events begin
15:00: Karoo Rocks Music Festival kicks off
Entry fees:
85km MTB – R530 | 43km MTB – R330 | 29km MTB – R230
10km Trail Run – R180 | 21km Trail Run – R280
eBikes are only allowed on the 43km route. Don’t forget to mark it during registration!
After a day of racing, relax and enjoy the festival vibe with great music and a fun community atmosphere.
Watch a video of last year's event here:
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