A number of incentives, including a new junior men’s category, will ensure that the Bestmed Jock Classic remains an attractive option for a wide range of cyclists when it takes place in Mpumalanga next month.<\/p>\n
The race on July 14 covers 155km, divided into three stages, and will take riders along a route from Mbombela to White River and Sabie.<\/p>\n
The distances for the three legs are 48km, 45km and 62km respectively.<\/p>\n
ASG Events acting chief executive Fritz Pienaar said they felt the race was the perfect vehicle to keep riders active during the cold winter months.<\/p>\n
He added that there were several benefits to competing in one of the oldest road races in the country, which compared favourably to similar events on the international stage.<\/p>\n
“The Jock Classic has some of the most beautiful routes in the country and includes climbs which provide a good idea of what riders can experience in overseas events,” said Pienaar.<\/p>\n
“It’s the perfect opportunity for riders to stay in shape during the winter months and takes place on roads which are safe for cycling.”<\/p>\n
Entries for the event close on July 4, but he said there was an incentive for riders to submit their names by June 25.<\/p>\n
“Those who have entered and paid the entry fee by then will receive a R150 voucher which can be redeemed at any ASG store,” he said.<\/p>\n
“These, for example, can be used to purchase HIGH5 nutritional supplements, which are so valuable during races of this nature.”<\/p>\n
The junior men’s category was a new addition to the Jock Classic this year, providing a separate race for the younger riders, said Pienaar.<\/p>\n
“The difference is that the junior men will start at White River and will only be doing stages two and three.<\/p>\n
“However, in order for this category to have their own starting batch and commissaire there will have to be at least 30 entrants.<\/p>\n
“Should there be fewer than 30 participants they will be moved to the open-batch starting time.”<\/p>\n
Pienaar said there was much for the riders and spectators to look forward to on the day.<\/p>\n
“We are looking to have an exciting vibe at the finish venue, with live music on offer and a beer garden available.<\/p>\n
“The spectators will not be left out because there will be plenty of food vendors and a variety of entertainment available for them to enjoy.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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