{"id":44050,"date":"2022-07-27T22:38:45","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T20:38:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=44050"},"modified":"2022-07-27T22:38:45","modified_gmt":"2022-07-27T20:38:45","slug":"savanna-origin-of-trails-takes-sas-iconic-mtb-party-of-the-year-to-the-next-level-in-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/cycling\/savanna-origin-of-trails-takes-sas-iconic-mtb-party-of-the-year-to-the-next-level-in-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Savanna Origin of Trails takes SA\u2019s iconic \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019 to the next level in 2022!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Savanna Origin of Trails returns to Stellenbosch in November 2022 (Saturday 19 and Sunday 20) and entrants are advised to \u2018be ready to party\u2019 as event organizer, Stillwater Sports together with title sponsor, Savanna brings new meaning to the phrase \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019 with the addition of exhilarating offerings including live performances by a well-known SA comedian, exciting sponsor competitions, an exclusive Pub Ride through Stellenbosch, the option to stay in the First Ascent Tented Village, a Best Dressed Competition, an event party for riders on Saturday evening, and more.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited to announce that Savanna has extended the title sponsorship of the Savanna Origin of Trails for another three years,\u201d says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event. \u201cStellenbosch\u2019s vast network of world-class and exclusive trails will always be the foundation of the Savanna Origin of Trails; however, this year we will take the \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019 to the next level with fantastic innovations including a performance by one of SA\u2019s leading comedians, a fun Pub Ride, the option to stay in the First Ascent Tented Village, a Best Dressed Competition where the two best dressed riders will receive R10\u00a0000 in cash as well as ten cases of Savanna (each). SA\u2019s \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019 is back in 2022 and together with Savanna and First Ascent we look forward to offering an experience like no other in Stellenbosch, the home of mountain biking.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe are extremely proud to renew our title sponsorship of \u2018SA\u2019s MTB Party of the Year\u2019 for another three years,\u201d says Kavir Gangiah, Media, Sponsorship and Events Lead Distell Southern Africa. \u201cWe are committed now more than ever to host an event that highlights the fun side of mountain biking while incorporating the world class trails and magnificent views that Stellenbosch has to offer. This year to ensure that it\u2019s a party from start to finish we are excited to include a long list of innovations that are guaranteed to further cement the Savanna Origin of Trails as the ultimate MTB event to close off an action-packed year of mountain biking. We cannot wait to catch up with mountain bikers at SA\u2019s \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFirst Ascent is proud to be the official Technical Apparel Partner of South Africa\u2019s iconic \u2018MTB Party of the Year\u2019,\u201d says Riaan Oosthuizen, General Manager of First Ascent. \u201cOur foundation is firmly set in the outdoors, and we are excited to confirm that this year every rider will receive an exclusive First Ascent Rider Jersey as part of their entry. To add to the excitement riders can also choose to stay in the official First Ascent Tented Village. We look forward to enhancing the event experience of each participant through our trusted, technical outdoor apparel and equipment.\u201d<\/p>\n

EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>2022 Savanna Origin of Trails<\/p>\n

An individual 2-day MTB Stage Race, the Savanna Origin of Trails routes highlight the beauty and splendor of Stellenbosch. Mountain bikers can look forward to experiencing a vast network of world-class and exclusive trails while celebrating the origin of SA mountain biking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSaturday 19 November 2022 \u2013 Sunday 20 November 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start and Finish Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nCoetzenburg Stellenbosch University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event Format:<\/strong><\/td>\nTwo-Day Stage Race for individual riders<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Categories, Distances & Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\nFull Marathon <\/strong><\/p>\n

Age:\u00a0 18+<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

<\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:\u00a0 R1600.00 <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nDistance Day 1<\/u>:\u00a0 +-45km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nDistance Day 2<\/u>:\u00a0 +-48km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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<\/td>\nHalf Marathon <\/strong><\/p>\n

Age:\u00a0 18+<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

<\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:\u00a0 R1400.00<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nDistance Day 1<\/u>:\u00a0 +-29km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\nDistance Day 2<\/u>:\u00a0 +-31km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Party Pack Entry<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>includes tented accommodation, weekend meals and drinks, exclusive Pub Ride through Stellenbosch, and access to the MTB Party of the Year function on Saturday evening.<\/em><\/td>\nR1,395.00 for two nights<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Entries Open:<\/strong><\/td>\nFriday 05 August 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entries Close:<\/strong><\/td>\nTuesday 15 November 2022 or once full capacity has been reached<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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The entry fee includes:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n