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RE:CM 100MILER RAISES FUNDS FOR MTB TRAILS
26 May, 2012
South Africa’s top mountain bikers and marathon junkies will once again be seen testing their endurance levels during this awe-inspiring ultra mountain bike marathon taking place in the Swartland district. RE:CM, a fund management company based in Cape Town has come on board as title sponsor of the event, now in its 4th year!
According to Meurant Botha, director of Amarider, the 100 Miler was created to become a primary fundraiser for the organisation. Amarider is a recreational trails advocacy group focused on improving trail opportunities on the African continent and proceeds of the event are channeled directly to trail projects. Amarider is currently focused on improving trail construction standards around the country and assist various mountain bike clubs to ensure that their trails are safe and environmentally sustainable.
For riders keen to get a taste of endurance riding, the event offers a shorter option of 80km, starting at the half way mark.
The 160km route is divided into three sections of approximately 55km with two compulsory timing checkpoints. The format of the race creates perfect vantage points for spectators and supporters. While the competition is based on solo riders completing the entire course, these riders can form 4-man teams with the team results based on the 4th rider crossing the line, thereby encouraging teamwork and cameraderie.
DATE: Saturday, 26 May 2012
VENUE: Malmesbury
TIME: 07h30
DISTANCE: 160km
Shorter option of 80km
Finishing the RE:CM 100 Miler within the allotted 10h30min cutoff time is one of the most challenging endurance tests on the South African mountain bike calendar.
Pre-entries are now open – visit www.amarider.co.za/100miler or for more information and route maps e-mail info@amarider.coza / phone the Amarider office at 021 8844 752.
