{"id":18334,"date":"2018-05-14T18:19:24","date_gmt":"2018-05-14T16:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=18334"},"modified":"2018-05-14T18:19:24","modified_gmt":"2018-05-14T16:19:24","slug":"fnb-magalies-monster-celebrates-16th-anniversary-with-upgraded-routes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/cycling\/fnb-magalies-monster-celebrates-16th-anniversary-with-upgraded-routes\/","title":{"rendered":"FNB Magalies Monster celebrates 16th anniversary with upgraded routes"},"content":{"rendered":"

North West Province \u2013<\/em><\/strong> The 16th<\/sup> anniversary of the North West Province\u2019s most revered single day mountain bike (MTB) race, the FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic, will treat MTB enthusiast of all levels (novice to elite)to an experience like no other.<\/p>\n

Taking place at the ATKV Buffelspoort on Saturday, 02 June 2018 entrants can choose between a 15km Fun Ride, the 35km \u201cHalf Monster\u201d and the 70km \u201cUltimate Monster (which includes the infamous 6km Monster Climb)\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis event is ideal for all mountain bikers,\u201d says Harry Schubert, Course Designer FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic.\u00a0 \u201cLast year the Fun Ride was slightly longer.\u00a0 This year we\u2019ve taken out a section that passes through a citrus plantation.\u00a0 We\u2019ve also taken out a section near the start and finish.\u00a0 The shorter route is sure to be more attractive to newcomers and less experienced riders.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe \u2018Half Monster\u2019 and \u2018Ultimate Monster\u2019 will not share the steep technical ascent up to the plateau from the Buffelspoort Valley or the tricky descent towards the finish at ATKV,\u201d confirms Schubert.\u00a0 \u201cOnce the two routes have split, the 35km route will head up towards the top of the plateau on a steep single track climb.\u00a0 \u00a0After a scenic stretch on top of the plateau the route will drop down a newly designed, exhilarating single trail heading towards the water point near the tar road across from the dam entrance. There the riders will continue along a single trail that runs parallel to the tar road and links up with the 70km route before crossing the Sterkstroom Stream towards the finish\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve added a 4km loop to the \u2018Ultimate Monster\u2019,\u201d continues Schubert.\u00a0 \u201cThe loop will be added near the top section of the Alpha Berry farm.\u00a0 This will give the riders some respite before the final tough climb to the top of the plateau and the tricky descent towards the finish.\u00a0 The FNB Magalies Monster \u2018Ultimate Monster\u2019 is one of the toughest and most demanding one day events in the country.\u00a0 Mountain bikers taking part in this event for the first time must be well prepared and make sure that they pace themselves.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget that the down- hills are as technical as the up-hills.\u201d<\/p>\n

CLICK HERE<\/a> for an in-depth route description.<\/p>\n

EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSaturday, 02 June 2018<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nATKV Buffelspoort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distances, cost & start time:<\/strong><\/td>\n+-70km \/ R400 \/ 08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n+-35km \/ R300 \/ 09:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n+-15km \/ R175 \/ 09:30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>FNB Platinum Trail Run<\/p>\n

Trail runners are invited to share in the fun by taking on the FNB Platinum Trail Run the day after the FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSunday, 03 June 2018<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Venue (start & finish):<\/strong><\/td>\nATKV Buffelspoort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distances, cost & start time:<\/strong><\/td>\n+-24km \/R330 \/ 07:30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n+-12km \/R220 \/07:45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n+-8km \/ R140 \/08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Follow us on Twitter:<\/strong>\u00a0 @magmonstermtb<\/a> \/@StillwaterTrail<\/a><\/p>\n

Like our Facebook Page:<\/strong>\u00a0 Stillwater MTB Events<\/a> \/ Stillwater Trail Running<\/a><\/p>\n

For more information on the FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic or FNB Platinum Trail Run contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a><\/p>\n

About the FNB <\/u><\/strong>Magalies Monster MTB Classic and the FNB Platinum Trail Run<\/u><\/strong>:
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FNB Business <\/strong>and FNB Private Wealth<\/strong> are proud to once again be the title sponsor of the annual FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic and the FNB Platinum Trail Run.<\/p>\n

This sponsorship forms part of FNB\u2019s ongoing strategy\u00a0to support local and community events that focus on a healthy lifestyle and family involvement. This sponsorship affirms our dedication to providing a quality experience that exceeds expectation, for all participants and spectators along with their families, in order to continue building enduring, rewarding relationships. The FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic and the FNB Platinum Trail Run are two events that are designed to provide an enjoyable outdoors family experience. The platform allows us the opportunity to engage with our clients and the broader community with the aim of creating lasting connections.<\/p>\n

ENDS<\/p>\n

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