Make sure you are well prepared by test-riding some of the trail networks that traverse the 2022 Absa Cape Epic route. We encourage you to get outside and enjoy these trails not only for the stunning views these areas have to offer, but also to ensure you are ready for the Untamed African MTB race.
We request that you respect the land owners and farmers by giving way to farm traffic, greeting farm workers, and closing any gates that you have opened. We do not condone rogue riding; please remain on the designated marked tracks at all times and ensure you have obtained the necessary permits.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank our incredible land owners and route stakeholders for making this possible. Should you have any questions, please contact the relevant trail networks directly.
Below is a detailed list of the trails on offer to 2022 Absa Cape Epic riders:
Stage Locations:
Prologue & Stage 1
Details:
Please visit their website for more details on riding the trails on Lourensford Estate and how to purchase a permit.
Contact Details:
Clay Range Events - MTB @ Lourensford
Noel Rowe - 076 349 2866
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Stage Locations:
Stage 1
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Permits can be bought at the following establishments:
The Hanger Bike Company
The coffee shop on Helderberg Farm
Contact Details:
The Hanger Bike Company - 021 855 1106
Helderberg Farm - 021 855 4308
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Stage Location:
Stage 1
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Please visit their website for more details on riding the Stellenbosch trails and how to purchase a permit.
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Stage Location:
Stage 2
Details:
Permits can be bought at the Trails End Bike Hotel.
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Stage Location:
Stage 2
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Permits can be bought at the main entrance to Oak Valley Estate.
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Stage Location:
Stage 2
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Permits can be bought at Beaumont Family Wines or Wildekrans Wine Estate.
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Stage Locations:
Stage 3 & 4
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Permits can be bought at Hub and Spoke in Greyton
Contact Details:
Steven Jossel - 083 457 0679
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Stage Location:
Stage 5
Details:
Please contact Eldorette Carinus on arranging route inforation and maps. Permits are on a "honesty box" basis and can be paid via Zapper and Snapscan on the trails (on the route signage - please support the regions trail network and trail builders!).
Contact Details:
Eldorette Carinus - 082 495 8579
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Stage Locations:
Stage 5, 6 & 7
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Please support the Stellenbosch Trail Fund on route by donating via the Snapscan and Zapper boards on the Stellenbosch trails.
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Stage Locations:
Stage 5 & 6
Details:
Please visit the Bankhoek Conservancy website for more details on riding the Banhoek trails. Permits can be bought at Hellsend Bike Compound and the Banhoek Chilli Oil store.
Contact Details:
Banhoek Trails: 083 325 5840
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Stage Location:
Stage 6
Details:
Permits can be bought at the Jonkershoek gate.
Contact Details:
MTO Office - 021 866 1512
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Stage Location:
Stage 7
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Permits can be bought at the Dirtopia Trail Centre.
Contact Details:
Dirtopia Trail Centre - 078 343 3572
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