{"id":9397,"date":"2017-08-15T18:29:38","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T16:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=9397"},"modified":"2017-08-15T18:29:38","modified_gmt":"2017-08-15T16:29:38","slug":"ybike-teams-up-with-the-fedhealth-mtb-challenge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/press-release\/ybike-teams-up-with-the-fedhealth-mtb-challenge\/","title":{"rendered":"YBIKE teams up with the Fedhealth MTB Challenge"},"content":{"rendered":"

Franschhoek<\/em> \u2013 Junior MTB enthusiasts will be able to \u2018test their balance\u2019 with YBIKE at the 3rd annual Fedhealth Kids MTB Events that will take place at the picturesque Boschendal Wine Estate on Saturday, 16 September 2017.<\/p>\n

According to Stephen Wiggill of YBIKE South Africa, YBIKEs provide children with the opportunity to learn the art of balance.\u00a0 \u201cThey also help with coordination and confidence, while developing the gross motor skills,\u201d says Wiggill.\u00a0 \u201cWe are passionate about getting children outdoors.\u00a0 By being at events like the Fedhealth MTB Challenge we can show parents the benefits of starting their children on balance bikes from a young age.\u00a0 We\u2019ve found that children who\u2019ve had balance bikes progress to pedal bikes with ease.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe love that the Fedhealth MTB Challenge has an event just for the children,\u201d continues Wiggill.\u00a0 \u201cThey are the future of mountain biking.\u00a0 By introducing them to the sport at an early age you foster a love and passion for mountain biking.\u00a0 On event day YBIKE will have a fun and challenging Balance Bike Obstacle Course designed to replicate what you would find out on the MTB trails.\u00a0 Obstacles will include:\u00a0 a rock garden, balance beam and see-saw to mention just a few.\u00a0 The obstacles are fun, but functional as they hone the child’s skill and overall control of the bike.\u201d<\/p>\n

The YBIKE Obstacle Course will be open to all children on Saturday, 16 September 2017 from 09:00 \u2013 14:00 and on Sunday, 17 September 2017 from 08:00 \u2013 14:00.\u00a0 There are YBIKES for children aged 9 months to 5 years.\u00a0 The YBIKE scooter range starts at 2 years of age and goes up to adults.<\/p>\n

EVENT INFORMATION:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The activities will kick off on Saturday with the Fedhealth Kids MTB Events.\u00a0 Catering for ages 0 \u2013 13, junior mountain bike enthusiasts can choose between a 500m, 1.5km and 5km event.\u00a0 After each event, riders can relax in the Fedhealth Kids Zone that will feature a jumping castle, movies, child minders and a Fedhealth Kids Zone water bottle.<\/p>\n

Saturday, 16 September 2017<\/strong> \/ Fedhealth Kids MTB Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a011:00
\nEvent:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0500m \/ 0 \u2013 5 years of age \/ 11:00
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a01.5km \/ 6 \u2013 9 years of age \/ 11:15
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a05km \/ 10 \u2013 13 years of age \/ 11:30
\nEntry Fee:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0R100<\/p>\n

The excitement continues at Boschendal Wine Estate on Sunday when mountain bike enthusiasts take on the more serious +- 60km (Marathon), +- 28km (Half Marathon) and 15km (Fun Race).<\/p>\n

Sunday, 17 September 2017<\/strong> \/ Fedhealth MTB Challenge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a008:00
\nEvent:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0+- 60km (Marathon)
\nEntry Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0R350 per rider (excludes CSA License)<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a008:30
\nEvent:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0+- 28km (Half Marathon)
\nEntry Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0R250 per rider (excludes CSA License)<\/p>\n

Time:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a009:00
\nEvent:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> \u00a015km (Fun Race)
\nEntry Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0R150 per rider<\/p>\n

With plenty of mountain biking challenges, heaps of family fun and a scenic day out of the city, the Fedhealth MTB Challenge is a not-to-be-missed event on the 2017 fitness and social calendar.<\/p>\n

EXCITING NEWS:<\/strong>
\nFedhealth members can enter free of charge \u2013 simply by typing in their membership number when entering online!\u00a0 Fedhealth members will also have access to the Fedhealth VIP Zone where complimentary drinks and snacks will be on offer.<\/p>\n

Like our Facebook page: \u00a0<\/strong>ybikesa<\/a> \/ Fedhealth Medical Aid<\/a> \/ Stillwater MTB Events <\/a>
\nFollow us on Twitter: \u00a0<\/strong>@ybike_sa<\/a> \/ @FedhealthMTB<\/a> \/ @Fedhealthmed <\/a> \/ @Stillwater_MTB <\/a><\/p>\n

For more information on YBIKES visit www.ybike.co.za <\/a>For more information or to enter the Fedhealth MTB Challenge, contact Stillwater Sports on 082 991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/p>\n

ENDS<\/p>\n

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