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The picturesque Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, one of the oldest wine farms in Stellenbosch, will set the scene for one of the Western Cape’s most iconic individual 1-day mountain bike (MTB) events, the Fedhealth MTB Challenge.
Launched in 2015, the event caters for mountain bikers of all ages and capabilities, with routes boasting well-manicured, sensational single track and magnificent views.
The action kicks off on Saturday with the fun-filled Fedhealth MTB Challenge Kids Event (for ages 0 – 13). On Sunday the more senior riders will have their time to shine at the Fedhealth MTB Challenge Marathon (+-60km), Half Marathon (+-30km) and/or Fun Ride (+-15km).
Whether you’re planning on racing or just looking for a fun day out on route with family and friends the Fedhealth MTB Challenge has an event just for you!
EVENT FAST FACTS
| Date | 11 September 2021 – Kids Event Only 12 September 2021 – Main Event |
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| Venue | Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch | |||
| Format | One Day MTB Race | |||
| Distances | Marathon (60km) | Half Marathon (30km) | Family Ride (15km) | Kids Ride (500m / 1,5km / 5km) |
| Entry Fees | R425 | R325 | R195 | R100 |
| Entry Includes | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Medal, On Route Experience, Tee, Water Points |
| Start Time | From 08h00 (according to batched starts) | |||
| Entries open | Tuesday, 15 June 2021 | |||
| Entries close | Monday, 06 September 2021 | |||
REFUND POLICY
Should the 2021 Fedhealth MTB Challenge taking place on the 11th & 12th of September 2021 be cancelled or postponed as a result of any events beyond the event organizer’s control (i.e. due to force majeure, COVID-19 restrictions, or legislation introduced by the South African government, etc.), then the following refund policy will apply to entrants:
- Riders will be refunded 80% of their paid for entry, should the event be cancelled or postponed by Monday 06 September 2021. Alternatively, riders will be able to roll their event entry to the Fedhealth MTB Challenge event in 2022.
- Should the event be cancelled within five (4) days of the event (i.e. from Tuesday, 07 September 2021 to 11 September 2021), or on the day of the event, riders will not be refunded any of their paid entry fees (0%).
It must also be noted that the first 1000 riders who pay and enter automatically qualify for their event t-shirt and drawstring bag, and will receive their garment should any of the above scenarios apply.
Route information coming soon!
EVENT FAST FACTS
| Date | 11 September 2021 – Kids Event Only 12 September 2021 – Main Event |
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| Venue | Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch | |||
| Format | One Day MTB Race | |||
| Distances | Marathon (60km) | Half Marathon (30km) | Family Ride (15km) | Kids Ride (500m / 1,5km / 5km) |
| Entry Fees | R425 | R325 | R195 | R100 |
| Entry Includes | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee (First 1000 Riders) & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Medal, On Route Experience, Tee, Water Points |
| Start Time | From 08h00 (according to batched starts) | |||
| Entries open | Tuesday, 15 June 2021 | |||
| Entries close | Monday, 06 September 2021 | |||
AGE CATEGORIES
| Category Codes | Boys/Men Code | Girls/Women Code | Race |
| Nipper Boys and Girls (8 -10) | NB | NG | Half Marathon |
| Sprog Boys and Girls (11-12) | SB | SG | Half Marathon |
| Sub Junior Boys and Girls (13-14) | JB | JG | Half Marathon |
| Youth Men and Women (15-16) | YM | YW | Half Marathon |
| Junior Men and Women (17-18) | JM | JW | Half Marathon |
| Under 23 Men and Women(19-22) | UM | UW | Full Marathon |
| Senior Men and Women(23-29) | SM | SW | Full Marathon |
| Elite Men and Women(23+) | EM | EW | Full Marathon |
| Sub Vet Men and Women (30-39) | SV | SX | Full Marathon |
| Veteran Men and Women (40-49) | VM | VW | Full Marathon |
| Master Men and Women(50-59) | MM | MW | Full Marathon |
| Grand Master Men and Women (60+) | GMM | GMW | Half Marathon |
