The MBR came about when two well known Offshore yachtsman, Ted Kuttel and Dale Kushner were discussing their concern regarding the lack of Offshore yachting events in the Western Cape. One thing led to another with them ending up agreeing to start the ball rolling again with a fresh event, looking at past events historically held. They came up with what they considered a good workable course, being Simons Town to Mossel Bay, taking sailors to the most Southernmost tip of Africa, contending with currents and potentially challenging conditions, while keeping the legs short enough, in the eventuality of a Strong South Easter Wind. The two shook hands and committed to making it happen. The new Event was branded the MBR and is intended to be an annual happening. Currently this duo still play a role in this event. The event is owned by False Bay Yacht Club.

Rugby fans in the Garden Route and surrounds can come back the bokke at MTN Boktown at Tsogo Sun’s Garden Route Casino on 29 September 2018 and 6 October 2018 as they take on Australia and New Zealand in the Rugby Championship. Tickets are available from Garden Route Casino cashiers, Computicket, Shoprite, Checkers and the Garden Route Casino website at a cost of R20 per person and includes a free beer, soda or glass of wine. Doors open at 16h00 and the main event starts at 17h00. For more information, visit https://www.tsogosun.com/garden-route-casino.