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The Fedhealth MTB Challenge will take place in September, at the picturesque Boschendal Farm (The Retreat), between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
Over the course of two days, riders of all ages will have the opportunity to experience some unbelievable riding over the superb, flowing trails of this scenic wine farm and the beautiful Banhoek conservancy.
In addition, the occasion includes an array of activities to ensure a great family-style ‘breakaway from the everyday’. Boschendal is famous for their picnics (make sure you book yours in advance), quality wines and wine tastings. The Fedhealth MTB Challenge will also offer free massage zones, rider goody bags and giveaways for entrants, plus loads of lucky draws and prizes to be doled out on the day.
With all of this happening under sunny South African skies and amidst an unbeatable atmosphere, the Fedhealth MTB Challenge promises to once again be an affair to remember!
EVENT FAST FACTS
| Date | 07 & 08 September 2019 | |||
| Venue | Retreat, Boschendal, Stellenbosch | |||
| Format | Two Day MTB Race | |||
| Distances | Marathon (60km) | Half Marathon (30km) | Family Ride (15km) | Kids Ride (500m / 1,5km / 5km) |
| Entry Fees | R375 | R275 | R175 | R100 |
| Entry Includes | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points |
| Start Time | From 08h00 (according to batched starts) | |||
| Entries open | Tuesday, 07 May 2019 | |||
| Entries close | Tuesday, 03 September 2019 | |||
2019 ROUTE INFORMATION
ROUTE OVERVIEW:
15km: 300m Elevation
28km: 800m Elevation
60km: 1 900m Elevation
EVENT FAST FACTS
| Date | 07 & 08 September 2019 | |||
| Venue | Retreat, Boschendal, Stellenbosch | |||
| Format | Two Day MTB Race | |||
| Distances | Marathon (60km) | Half Marathon (30km) | Family Ride (15km) | Kids Ride (500m / 1,5km / 5km) |
| Entry Fees | R375 | R275 | R175 | R100 |
| Entry Includes | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Timing Chip, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points, Tee & Post Event Entertainment | Entry, Medal, On Route Experience, Water Points |
| Start Time | From 08h00 (according to batched starts) | |||
| Entries open | Tuesday, 07 May 2019 | |||
| Entries close | Tuesday, 03 September 2019 | |||
| Race Pack Collection Information | ||
| In your race pack you will get a bike board (your timing chip is attached to this). Your batch sticker indicating your start time, cable ties and a goody bag & an event tee. | ||
| Date | Venue | Time |
| Saturday, 06 September 2019 | Retreat, Boschendal Wine Estate | 09h00 – 14h00 |
| Sunday, 07 September 2019 | Retreat, Boschendal Wine Estate | 06h00 – 08h00 |
| Batch Start Times | ||
| You will be batched according to your SA Seeding Index | ||
| Date | Batch | Start Time |
| Saturday, 06 September 2019 | 500m (0-5 years old) | 10h30 (not timed) |
| 1,5km (6-9 years old) | 11h00 (not timed) | |
| 5km (10-13 years old) | 11h30 (not timed) | |
| Sunday, 07 September 2019 | Batch A – Marathon | 08h00 |
| Batch B – Marathon | 08h10 | |
| Batch C -Marathon | 08h20 | |
| Batch D – Marathon | 08h30 | |
| Batch E – Marathon | 08h40 | |
| Batch F – Marathon | 08h50 | |
| Batch A – Half Marathon | 09h00 | |
| Batch B – Half Marathon | 09h10 | |
| Bacth C – Half Marathon | 09h20 | |
| Batch D – Half Marathon | 09h30 | |
| Batch E – Half Marathon | 09h40 | |
| Batch F – Half Marathon | 09h50 | |
| Family Ride | 10h00 | |
AGE CATEGORIES
| Category Codes | Year Born | Boys/Men Code | Girls/Women Code | Distances | Race |
| Nipper Boys and Girls (8 -10) | 2011 – 2009 | NB | NG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon |
| Sprog Boys and Girls (11-12) | 2008 – 2007 | SB | SG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon |
| Sub Junior Boys and Girls (13-14) | 2006 – 2005 | SJB | SJG | 11 – 35km | Half Marathon |
| Youth Boys and Girls (15-16) | 2004 – 2003 | YB | YG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon |
| Junior Men and Women (17-18) | 2002 – 2001 | JB | JG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon |
| Elite Men and Women(19+) | 2000 – 1990 | EM | EW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Sub Vet Men and Women (30-39) | 1989 – 1980 | SVM | SVW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Veteran Men and Women (40-49) | 1979 – 1970 | VM | VW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Master Men(50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MM | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon | |
| Master Women (50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MW | 26 – 60km | Half Marathon | |
| Grand Master Men and Women (60+) | 1959 – < | GMM | GMW | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon |
