The 36ONE MTB Challenge
The 36ONE MTB Challenge offers everyone who enjoys cycling a chance to participate in South Africa's ultimate single-stage mountain bike race. The race is held annually in the Karoo town of Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape.
There are various categories in which riders can enter: they can tackle the event solo or in teams of two, three or four. Because the full distance, which includes a total vertical ascent of more than 5,000 metres, is too far for many, there’s a relay option which breaks the 361km race into four legs. Teams of two or four may enter the relay, which requires that riders take turns to complete the four stages. There is also a category where riders can ride half of the full race i.e. a ride of 180.5 km's.
By participating, riders raise awareness and funds to support the development of the local community.
The next 36ONE MTB Challenge will take place from 15 to 17 April 2016.