Stage Races to Keep You Fit This Winter
We know it’s difficult to stay motivated to ride your bike when it’s cold, dark and in the Western Cape wet, in the winter months. So follow Erik Kleinhans’ advice and enter a stage race with your friends. Then you’ll have something to train for when you know you should be out riding but would rather chill on the couch. Here are a few races we recommend.
iSimangaliso MTB
When: 18 – 21 August.
Where: iSimangaliso Wetland Park, northern KZN.
Why: Four days of mountain biking in big five territory.
Website: www.isimangaliso-mtb.co.za
Lesotho Sky
When: 19 – 24 September
Where: In the Mountain Bike Kingdom (AKA Lesotho)
Why: It’s a bucket list event, say no more.
Website: www.lesothosky.com
The U
When: 14 – 16 October.
Where: Piket-Bo-Berg, Western Cape.
Why: 88km of the 92km route is singletrack.
Website: www.piketbobergtrails.com
Swellendam 100
When: 5 – 6 November.
Where: Swellendam, Western Cape.
Why: A chilled tour like vibe and amazing scenery, it’s the perfect family weekend.
Website: www.gardenrouteevents.co.za
