SWARTLAND MTB FUNRIDE
SATURDAY 21 AUGUST 2010
DISTANCES 70 km; 40 km; 20 km
STARTING TIME 70 km @ 08h30; 40 km @ 08h50; 20 km @ 09h10
ORGANISING COMMITTEE Swartland MTB
VENUE Org de Rac Wine Estate
ENQUIRIES Kobus Dippenaar / Dewald du Toit
PHONE 082 897 2490 / 082 940 4901
FAX (022) 433-4332
EMAIL swartberg@moorreesburg.net dutoitdewald@yahoo.com
PRIZE GIVING/CUT-OFF 13h00
PRE-ENTRIES CLOSE 19 August 2010
ONLINE ENTRIES www.pedalpower.org.za
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
One of the most scenic rides on the calendar, using private property not normally open to the public. All routes incorporate flowing singletrack, jeep and “tweespoor” tracks through wheat, canola fields and fynbos, stunning views and an interesting little 150m climb to the finish.
The 70 km route takes riders twice to the top of Koringberg, from where you can see all the way to Table Mountain and across the Swartland. Be ready for two technical downhills that will test both brakes and downhill skills. Climbs, descents and flat sections are evenly dispersed, with about 11% single track; 15% gravel roads and the rest on jeep tracks.
The 40km route pedals up Swartberg (700m climb in 3km), returning via a fast singletrack. Expect some 17% singletrack, 19% gravel roads and the remainder on scenic jeep tracks, with 30% climbing in total.
The 20km route is fairly flat, with only one short, steep climb. The rest of the scenic route takes place over gentle rolling hills and is suitable for novices and children. This route will be untimed. Children u/10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
DIRECTIONS TO VENUE
From Cape Town, take the N7 past Malmesbury. Take the Org De Rac Wine Estate turn-off from the N7 just past the Berg River and follow the signs on your left. The estate is situated between Moorreesburg and Piketberg, about 120km from Cape Town.
NOTES
Food stalls at the venue. Spectators are encouraged to visit the small town of Koringberg, where you can also see 40km and 70km participants at the water point in town, and visit the local restaurant! Easy Entry Tickets accepted. This event was awarded as the best new event on the PPA Funride Calendar for the 2009 / 2010 season. Same great ride at last years prices!
Remember to wear your PPA funride number. Refer to the back page for info on CSA licenses.
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Pre-Entries
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Late Entries
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Distance
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PPA
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Non-PPA
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PPA
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Non-PPA
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70 km
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R70
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R100
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R100
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R120
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40 km
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R70
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R100
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R100
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R120
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20 km
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R40
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R60
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R60
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R80
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CSA Day License
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R35
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R35
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Temp Nr
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R5 (unseeded)
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R30 (seeded)
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R5 (unseeded)
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