Last weekend at another jammed packed USN event which was held at Heia Safari Lodge out in the cradle saw our team line up against Gautengs best mtb'ers. This had to probably be the best event location as well as series of trails that mountainbikers could experience in this part of the world.
The A batch set off scattering herds or zebra, wildebeest, spingbok and the odd giraffe all over the country side. The odd moment of panic as those with Go-Pro cameras tried to line up unobservant cyclists for a "buck norris" moment and a bit of fame.
At the front end of the race Arno continued his pursuit for overall series victory with his 3rd straight win of the series. The twisty but flowing course scattered with obstacles suited Paul who has seem to have found his legs finishing in a strong 5th place overall and 2nd in cat less than a minute off overall podium. Kyle added to the U23 podium taking 3rd spot and his first ever podium in the series. Another great effort came from Yolande who normally seems to have bad luck at these events but this time showed her class winning the womens cat overall. Junior women Christine and Danielle went 1-2 in their event while Neville finished 2nd in masters. Our sub juniors boys had a good day with James and new academy youngster Kieran going 3rd and 2nd.
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Then at a new xco series which was held at Hakahana close to Hartebeestpoort Azulda won the ladies cat which is perfect preparation as she gets more use to xco type racing before the national champs in a few months time adding to her normal outstanding marathon portfolio. Another youngster from Ficksberg, Simone was on the box again as well.
In kzn Alan lined up against the strong team Kargo pro team only to finish 30sec off the win (Rourke Croeser) and 2nd overall. Alan has been fighting with a cold a couple weeks ago but recovering well and again showing the amazing skills this junior has.
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From youth to masters, men and women, KZN to Gauteng it was another good weekend for the ASG mtb gang. Next up this weekend Arno and Gert will be up against the best in the world at the UCI World Cup 1 at Cascades bike park. Marcel will be racing at the Lowveld Quest stage race and Allan, Nev and some of the youngsters at the Emperors Classic in Gauteng.
Until next time, happy trails!
The A batch set off scattering herds or zebra, wildebeest, spingbok and the odd giraffe all over the country side. The odd moment of panic as those with Go-Pro cameras tried to line up unobservant cyclists for a "buck norris" moment and a bit of fame.
At the front end of the race Arno continued his pursuit for overall series victory with his 3rd straight win of the series. The twisty but flowing course scattered with obstacles suited Paul who has seem to have found his legs finishing in a strong 5th place overall and 2nd in cat less than a minute off overall podium. Kyle added to the U23 podium taking 3rd spot and his first ever podium in the series. Another great effort came from Yolande who normally seems to have bad luck at these events but this time showed her class winning the womens cat overall. Junior women Christine and Danielle went 1-2 in their event while Neville finished 2nd in masters. Our sub juniors boys had a good day with James and new academy youngster Kieran going 3rd and 2nd.
Then at a new xco series which was held at Hakahana close to Hartebeestpoort Azulda won the ladies cat which is perfect preparation as she gets more use to xco type racing before the national champs in a few months time adding to her normal outstanding marathon portfolio. Another youngster from Ficksberg, Simone was on the box again as well.
In kzn Alan lined up against the strong team Kargo pro team only to finish 30sec off the win (Rourke Croeser) and 2nd overall. Alan has been fighting with a cold a couple weeks ago but recovering well and again showing the amazing skills this junior has.
From youth to masters, men and women, KZN to Gauteng it was another good weekend for the ASG mtb gang. Next up this weekend Arno and Gert will be up against the best in the world at the UCI World Cup 1 at Cascades bike park. Marcel will be racing at the Lowveld Quest stage race and Allan, Nev and some of the youngsters at the Emperors Classic in Gauteng.
Until next time, happy trails!
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