{"id":42352,"date":"2021-08-10T19:17:14","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T17:17:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=42352"},"modified":"2021-08-16T19:25:57","modified_gmt":"2021-08-16T17:25:57","slug":"former-champion-excited-to-introduce-academy-riders-to-the-fedhealth-magalies-monster-mtb-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/former-champion-excited-to-introduce-academy-riders-to-the-fedhealth-magalies-monster-mtb-classic\/","title":{"rendered":"Former champion excited to introduce academy riders to the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic"},"content":{"rendered":"

North West Province <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Phillimon Sebona, one of the country\u2019s top marathon mountain bikers and a former Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic Champion, will introduce two young academy riders to the excitement of the Magalies Monster that will take place at the ATKV Buffelspoort on Saturday 28 August 2021.<\/p>\n

The 2017 Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic Champion, Sebona is now the manager and ambassador for the C2R team.\u00a0 C2R<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>is an initiative supported by Curro that aims to promote cycling as a medium for family cohesion, relaxation, fun, and possible career choice for those truly interested in becoming professional athletes.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic is a one-day event that has all the best climbs to test your fitness, and downhills to test your skill,\u201d says Sebona.\u00a0 \u201cAlthough the Monster Climb is the toughest part of this event, the open roads are also unforgiving as you need to pedal more to get closer to the finish line.\u00a0\u00a0 The route is tops.\u00a0 My goal will be to give my best and try to win. My advice to first time entrants is to pace yourself.\u00a0 It\u2019s a long way to the finish.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI am very excited to introduce two academy riders, Albert Mothogoane and Botshelo Makolane to the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic this year,\u201d continues Sebona.\u00a0 \u201cBelonging to the Lion\u2019s Club Academy in Mamelodi, both riders will toe the line in the Half Marathon (+-33km race).\u00a0 My role is to mentor the riders while assisting the academy with a training plan.\u00a0 I selected Albert and Botshelo because their mountain biking skill is great and because they have proven to be dedicated and focused on our plan.\u00a0 They also never give up.\u00a0 I am excited to see how they do at the event and can\u2019t wait to receive their feedback afterwards.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI entered the Magalies Monster because I enjoy mountain biking and I want to become stronger at it,\u201d says Mothogoane.\u00a0 \u201cThe sport keeps me healthy and fit.\u00a0 It also keeps me off the streets.\u00a0 I want to be a winner and upgrade my career in the cycling industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cMountain biking keeps me fit, healthy and away from drugs,\u201d says Makolane.\u00a0 \u201cI want to become a pro rider and have a career in the cycling industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sebona\u2019s teammate, Jan Montshioa, will also make his Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic debut on the day.\u00a0 \u201cI have never raced the Magalies Monster,\u201d admits Montshioa.\u00a0 \u201cI am really looking forward to it and will definitely get the best advice about the route from Phillimon.\u00a0 I\u2019ve heard about the Monster Climb and can\u2019t wait.\u00a0 I\u2019ve been racing with Phillimon since 2018 and am excited to get the best results at this event.\u201d<\/p>\n

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EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSaturday 28 August 2021<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nATKV Buffelspoort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distances:<\/strong><\/td>\nMarathon<\/strong> \/ +-65km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nAscent:<\/strong> 1433 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nEntry Fee:<\/strong> R450.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nHalf Marathon<\/strong> \/ +-33km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nAscent:<\/strong>\u00a0 711m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee:<\/strong>\u00a0 R350.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFun Ride<\/strong> \/ +-15km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nAscent:<\/strong>\u00a0 271 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee:\u00a0 <\/strong>R225.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nKids Event \/ 2.5km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee:<\/strong>\u00a0 R100.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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All mountain bikers (including the Kids Event) will receive an official event t-shirt, and medals will be awarded to all finishers.<\/p>\n

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CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>The Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic proudly supports The Kindness Collaboration.\u00a0 Founded by Fedhealth and Operation Healing Hands (OHH), The Kindness Collaboration fucuses on supporting South Africans who cannot afford quality medical care.\u00a0 Mountain bikers and trail runners can make a donation towards the cause when entering the events online.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>For more information or to make a direct donation towards The Kindness Collaboration visit <\/em>https:\/\/www.fedhealth.co.za\/kindness-collaboration<\/em>\/<\/em><\/a> For more information about Operation Healing Hands visit http:\/\/ohhsa.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Hashtags:<\/strong> #magaliesmonster #fedhealth #fedhealthmountainbiking<\/p>\n

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For more information on the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045, email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a> or visit www.stillwatersports.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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