{"id":43311,"date":"2022-03-09T23:24:21","date_gmt":"2022-03-09T21:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=43311"},"modified":"2022-03-09T23:24:21","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T21:24:21","slug":"kzn-south-coast-is-a-motorsports-enthusiasts-dream","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/kzn-south-coast-is-a-motorsports-enthusiasts-dream\/","title":{"rendered":"KZN South Coast is a motorsports\u2019 enthusiasts\u2019 dream!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The KZN South Coast is an adventure activity hub, home to some of the country\u2019s best hiking, biking and 4&#215;4 trails. But beyond that, the Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom also happens to have the only Motorsport South Africa (MSA)-approved racing track in the province \u2013 Dezzi Raceway.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Port Shepstone, Dezzi Raceway consists of a 2.4km purpose-built racing circuit that hosts adrenaline-fuelled motorsport and drifting events. With spectators welcomed back to motorsport events late last year, Dezzi Raceway has an action-packed 2022 competition calendar planned to make up for lost time!<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhether you\u2019re visiting the KZN South Coast for a relaxed seaside holiday with the family, to explore the hinterland and discover our agri-CULTURE sites, or for fast-speed motorsport events that really get the heart pumping, there is something to keep everyone happy!\u201d said Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT).<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Dezzi Raceway has a long history of hosting some of the most exciting, high-octane races and it\u2019s really wonderful that we\u2019re able to welcome spectators back for race days, which are held almost every weekend. Visitors can even hire out the raceway for their own competitive racing adventure which is a real bucket list experience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Started by the Gutziet family at Dezzi Equipment, Dezzi Raceway has been developed for motorbike, car and drifting events. It\u2019s also hired out as a corporate venue for vehicle testing and exhilarating teambuilding events. Dezzi Raceway consists of two sets of open pits, one lock-up pit, an aeroplane hangar, viewing decks and banks, marshalling towers, hospitality zones, a timing office, briefing room and a large entertainment area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dezzi Raceway Upcoming Events<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>9 April: Historic Tour<\/li>\n<li>16 April: KZN Drags<\/li>\n<li>23 April: KZN RRC<\/li>\n<li>28 to 30 April: Bike Week<\/li>\n<li>14 May: KZN Road Racing Club<\/li>\n<li>21 May: KZN Drags<\/li>\n<li>11 June: KZN Road Racing Club<\/li>\n<li>16 to 19 June: Supertech\/Drags<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to Dezzi Raceway, the KZN South Coast welcomes biking and 4&#215;4 enthusiasts to its many hinterland\u00a0locations. The KwaNzimakwe Multi-Trails, launched in 2019, is one such destination, providing those looking to\u00a0explore the coastal forests with a range of trails from 4km to 22km in length. The KZN South Coast has played host to national bike festivals and attracts regular breakfast run visitors keen to stop at seaside locations boasting\u00a0great food, great views and great company.<\/p>\n<p>For a full list of motorsports\u2019 events, download the free \u2018Explore KZN South Coast\u2019 app from Google Play and Apple stores, or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/click.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=5092432&amp;msgid=212598&amp;act=RLNI&amp;c=1681970&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za%2F&amp;cf=6110&amp;v=dd15a9cabca167cf763602e8d6b007a8e43e33bcf7496f81f2084f1b85a5173c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za<\/a>. Alternatively, check out \u2018South Coast Tourism\u2019 on Facebook or YouTube, @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram, or \u2018Info Ugu South Coast Tourism\u2019 on LinkedIn. Follow the hashtags #outdoorsarein #extendyourstay #beautifulbeaches #kznsouthcoast.<\/p>\n<p>For access to all previous USCT press releases, please visit:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/click.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=5092432&amp;msgid=212598&amp;act=RLNI&amp;c=1681970&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za%2Fcategory%2Fpress-release%2F&amp;cf=6110&amp;v=3d9e4abbf07e33b68a6e71fcea31d97503becdb0a7477744ccd51b7270231bc5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za\/category\/press-release\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"ap-custom-wrapper\"><\/div><!--ap-custom-wrapper-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The KZN South Coast is an adventure activity hub, home to some of the country\u2019s best hiking, biking and 4&#215;4 trails. But beyond that, the Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom also happens to have the only Motorsport South Africa (MSA)-approved racing track in the province \u2013 Dezzi Raceway. 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