The De Hoop Vlei MTB Experience, a two-day stage mountain-biking event hosted by De Hoop Collection, will be held from Friday 26 to Sunday 28 May.
Riders will experience a weekend of untamed, challenging mountain biking in and around the spectacular De Hoop Nature Reserve near Cape Agulhas.
Registration takes place at De Hoop Collection on the Friday from 14:00 to 19:00, after which the weekend starts with a sunset scramble to warm up the legs before the first stage the Saturday.
The first stage showcases the mystical Ramsar De Hoop Vlei and Koleskloof area, boasting 57 km with 850 m elevation, and the terrain includes a limestone jeep track and rocky sections in places.
The second stage, comprising 62 km with about 750 m elevation, takes riders to Potberg and the iconic Vaalkrans climb, before descending and indulging in the unspoilt coastline of the reserve. Riders will be passing Koppie Alleen and can enjoy some wildlife activity on their way back.
Entries are limited, so booking is advised to secure a spot. The entry fee of R2 500 per person includes a weekend of extraordinary mountain bike riding in untamed territory, a goody bag and event T-shirt. It excludes meals, accommodation and the CapeNature entrance fee.
For more, contact race director Anneke Jacobs on anneke@overbergmtbevents.co.za.
