MTN MABALINGWE - XCM #5 driven by NISSAN
| Date: | 12 May 2012 |
| Venue: | Mabalingwe Reserve, Outside Bela Bela, Limpopo |
| Terrain: | Grasslands | Bushveld | Rocky Terrain |
| Elevation: | 1149m | Ascent: 2000m |
| Participants: | 2200 | Distances: 20km / 40km / 75km / 110km |
| Features: | Single tracks | Dual Tracks | Wildlife |
| Registration: | Fri 11/05 14:00-19:00 & Sat 12/05 05h30 - 07h30 |
| Entries: | 2200 Paid Pre-entry cap has been reached! Entries are now closed! NO LATE ENTRIES! |
Route Descriptions:
Route Maps & Profiles:
Ultra Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
20km Fun Race
Specifics:
All marshals will be cleared from the course after 16h00 and all direction markers removed. The cut off at 83.6km is 6h into the Ultra.
Prize Money*:
- Prize money & Points will be calculated for the UCI PRO/Elite Men in this distance only.
- PRO/Elite ladies will earn points & prize money in the usual 75km marathon distance only.
- All other categories will only be eligible for points and prize money in the usual distance.
Approximate riding times:
- 110km: 5h00min – 8 hours
- 75km: 3 – 6 hours
- 40km: 2 – 4 hours
- Cut-off at 14h00 (53km into Marathon, 83.6km into Ultra)
- 110km has a cut-off at the finish of 9hours.
Important Pointers
- As this event is held in the autumn, the cyclist may experience hot or rainy to cool weather and should be prepared to cope with these conditions.
- First Aid Services will be provided to the cyclists on the routes and at the finish.
- The organisers may, at their discretion, shorten, lengthen or change the course if the weather, or safety of the cyclist, deem this necessary.
- Bike wash facilities will be available at the finish area
Event Partners:
USN Ultimate Sports Nutrition - You have probably already seen USN's goodies at MTN Barberton, Sabie or Tulbagh. Be prepared to be looked after with all your nutritional needs. USN will also be supplying all product for the waterpoints along the route and will personally man and cater the finish waterpoint.
Powasol Bike Wash & Bike Bay - Take advantage of the great service from Powasol, the official Bike Wash partner to the NISSAN TrailSeeker Series. Wash only R20 Wash, Polish and Lube R40. Pre book your Bike wash at http://www.powasol.co.za/ and save R10! Self wash facilities will also be available.
Photomarx Photographers - The bothers Philip and Hennie Marx share a passion for all things relating to photography. "Capturing stunning photographs has for a long time been one of our hobbies and we decided that it was time to invest more in this hobby and create a business opportunity for ourselves by doing something we enjoy so much."
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Location of Amenities
Teams / Riders / Public Parking Location
Teams have access to the Event Venue, and setup in the teams designated area next to the finish area. Riders will park just adjacent to the race venue next to the venue, and the public at the designated public parking zones, outside the riders parking zone, just off the start finish venue.
Nearest Hospital and Medical Information
A wide range of professional medical services are available, including:
- Ambulance +27 10177
- Hospital +27 (0)23 312 1117
- Police +27 (0)
- Fire Department +27 (0)
Event Summery:
Only an hour and a half from Pretoria is the new race in the MTN National MTB Series, Mabalingwe. The race has a great history, with a mere 154 cyclists in 2001, has grown to one of the most prominent and popular Mountain Bike Races in South Africa.
Spread over more than 12 500 ha and malaria free, unspoilt bushveld, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve nestles in the shadow of the majestic Waterberg Mountains.
The Mabalingwe Lion Man MTB race has become a "must-do-event" for all seasoned cyclists but also for families and newcomers to the sport. 2011 saw the 11th consecutive race take place with no less than 2060 cyclists. Because the race has grown so significantly only a limited amount of cyclists can enter. This ensures your safety and more enjoyment for everyone....
This year The Mabalingwe (Lion Man) has undergone some changes on route, we have carefully read and listened to feedback from the previous years races and believe we have come up with the best route possible for everyone, with no overlaps and no bottle necks, show casing the best Mabalingwe has to offer in mountain biking!
Cyclists can look forward to an easier 40 km route or the more challenging 75 km route.
The 40 km route is mostly fast riding with the occasional climb, loose rock and thick sand patches. The 75 km route is more challenging and takes you over the treacherous and technical climb of Vodacom Hill. Cyclists also get the opportunity to ride past the Lion hide and in the past some have been lucky enough to spot the Mabalingwe lions!
On route, you can expect well stocked water points with a festive atmosphere. These sponsors are not only there to restock your water supply but also to lift your spirits and encourage you to keep on going.
At the Mabalingwe Lion Man MTB Race you can be sure of our best service, attention to detail, and a unique experience, both on and off your bike!
This race will surely go from strength to strength and we look forward to sharing this awesome day with you and your family in years to come! Cyclist or spectator .... make sure that you and your family diarize the dates for the Mabalingwe Lion Man MTB Race well in advance!
