Vorster to headline star-studded field
Michelle Vorster will be the one to watch at the 2019 edition of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge MTB race tomorrow at the Waldorf School in Avis, which starts at O7:00.
The race will once again double as the elite men and women's mountain bike national champs.
Vorster took home gold in the elite women's challenge race last year and is hoping to repeat her exploits.
The cyclist said she is excited about the new route as it is both technical and challenging. “I had an opportunity to scout portions of the route and it is tough, challenging, and technical. Whoever comes out on top will be a worthy national champion,” Vorster said.
Vorster, who has represented Namibia internationally, commended the Nedbank Cycle Challenge for contributing towards her cycling career. “I will never forget my first-ever Nedbank race, as it left a positive mark in my cycling career. For me this race is like preparing for the world champs,” she said.
Mountain bike cycling has seen a growth in interest over the years with more and more people participating in the mountain bike leg of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge.
“People are becoming aware of the freedom you experience on a bike and the vast possibility of exploring so many beautiful places. But what we enjoy about it is that the whole family can jump on a bike and have fun, be fit and explore. Racing is just part of that fun.
“Also, I think technological advances have a great part to play to make mountain biking more comfortable, safe and enjoyable,” added Vorster. Registration for the race will take place at the Waldorf School today from 10:00 to 13:00.
The Nedbank Cycle Challenge MTB edition comes hot on the heels of the annual road challenge, and will also coincide with a Kids Challenge that will take place tomorrow. The race is open to children between the ages of three and 13 years and will also take place at Waldorf School in Avis. Registration for the kids will take place between 7:00 and 9:45 tomorrow. The race will start at 10:00, and is presented by Cycletec Adventures Namibia.
The co-sponsors of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge include Namibia Health Plan (NHP) and Coca-Cola, in partnership with Rock n Rut Mountain Bike Club, Windhoek Peddle Power and Pay Today.
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The race will once again double as the elite men and women's mountain bike national champs.
Vorster took home gold in the elite women's challenge race last year and is hoping to repeat her exploits.
The cyclist said she is excited about the new route as it is both technical and challenging. “I had an opportunity to scout portions of the route and it is tough, challenging, and technical. Whoever comes out on top will be a worthy national champion,” Vorster said.
Vorster, who has represented Namibia internationally, commended the Nedbank Cycle Challenge for contributing towards her cycling career. “I will never forget my first-ever Nedbank race, as it left a positive mark in my cycling career. For me this race is like preparing for the world champs,” she said.
Mountain bike cycling has seen a growth in interest over the years with more and more people participating in the mountain bike leg of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge.
“People are becoming aware of the freedom you experience on a bike and the vast possibility of exploring so many beautiful places. But what we enjoy about it is that the whole family can jump on a bike and have fun, be fit and explore. Racing is just part of that fun.
“Also, I think technological advances have a great part to play to make mountain biking more comfortable, safe and enjoyable,” added Vorster. Registration for the race will take place at the Waldorf School today from 10:00 to 13:00.
The Nedbank Cycle Challenge MTB edition comes hot on the heels of the annual road challenge, and will also coincide with a Kids Challenge that will take place tomorrow. The race is open to children between the ages of three and 13 years and will also take place at Waldorf School in Avis. Registration for the kids will take place between 7:00 and 9:45 tomorrow. The race will start at 10:00, and is presented by Cycletec Adventures Namibia.
The co-sponsors of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge include Namibia Health Plan (NHP) and Coca-Cola, in partnership with Rock n Rut Mountain Bike Club, Windhoek Peddle Power and Pay Today.
LIMBA MUPETAMI
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