Organiser
George Vryburgers
"Explore the back roads and hilltops of untamed Garden Route..."
| Start Venue: | Jakkalsvlei Winery (Herberstdale) |
| Finish Venue: | Redberry Farm (Blanco George) |
| Registration: | Registration is from 5-6am on Saturday 18th August 2021 @ Jakkalsvlei Winery (Herbertsdale) |
| Distance: | 164km (Route had to be shortened because of severe flooding in the Jonkersberg Forestry section. Distance now 150km) |
| Elevation: | 4200m (Elevation after route change now 3637m) |
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| Start for Event format - with curfew (Day Race): |
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| Prizes: | Only solo and team riders from the Finovo Jakkalberry Race Event will be eligible for prizes. If riders in the Finovo Jakkalberry Adventure ride a faster time in any category it will not be taken in consideration. |
| Goody bags: | Each entrant will receive an unique goody bag at registration |
| CSA Sanctioned: | The event will be a Cycling South Africa sanctioned event and the rules and regulations pertained to MTB XCM races will be applicable. In line with the sanctioning, each rider will need at least a current CSA membership or will be obliged to purchase a Temporary CSA Day License when entering the event. |
| Water Tables: | There will be well stocked water tables on route - more details will follow and what type of nutrition and liquids will be available at each water table to enable you to plan your race nutrition and additional food to take with. Please see Cut-off times at each Water Point below. |
| Proceeds of the event: | All proceeds of the event will go towards the George Vryburgers Food For Kidz project (to ensure that no kid goes hungry whilst at school) |
| Rider Information: | Info Link |
| Rider WhatsApp Link | Join WhatsApp Link |
| Day Race (Cut-off TOD) | ||
| Venue | Dist | Adventure / Race (TOD) |
| START - Jakkalsvlei Winery | 06:00:00 AM | |
| WP-1 (Wa-pad) | 32km | 08:20:00 AM |
| WP-2 (Bonniedale) | 51km | 09:45:00 AM |
| WP-3 (Ruitersbos Lodge) | 80km | 11:50:00 AM |
| WP-4 (Friemersheim) | 115km | 02:30:00 PM |
| WP-5 (Kleingeluk Road tun-off) | 131km | 04:00:00 PM |
| FINISH - Redberry Farm | 150km | 06:00:00 PM |
Event proudly sponsored by Finovo
This event supports team entries for certain classes. Team sizes range from 2 - 4 participants per team.
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Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Price (pp) | 2 person team (pp) |
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| Jakkalberry Race | 164 km Night Race - if not 6am Start on 18 December | R 800.00 | R 750.00 |
| Jakkalberry Adventure | 164 km Night Race - if not 6am Start on 18 December | R 800.00 | R 750.00 |
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Event location
Jakkalsvlei Winery, Mossel Bay Local Municipality
| Route information | Race Start: Jakkalsvlei Winery Jakkalsvlei is a family owned winery nestled in the beautiful, world famous Garden Route. The Jonker family has been proud owners of Jakkalsvlei since 1972, and today it is farmed by the 3rd generation Jonkers on the farm. The farmland was called Jakkalsvlei because of all the foxes, jackal's and wild cats seen in the mountains surrounding the farmland. Today Jakkalsvlei wines are enjoyed by people all over the Garden Route, including some fine restaurants. You can't help but fall in love with the breathtaking views and the beautiful mountain range surrounding the farm. The perfect stand to a challenging race. Race finish: Redberry Farm, George Redberry Farm was founded by the grace of God in 2000. Nestled in the Geelhoutboom area with its fertile soul and beautiful Outeniqua’s in the background, it has become the Garden Route’s favourite family destination. Over 200 farm workers make sure that the fields are kept to standard and that the berries are ready to be picked and enjoyed by visitors. Redberry Farm has become a household name and a dedicated marketing team ensures that this venue is a hive of activity throughout the year. Expect quality products and a quality experience. Come explore this unique, off the beaten track MTB race and experience true Southern Cape hospitality. |
| Coordinates | -33.9836845, 21.715353 |
| Address | Jakkalsvlei |
| City | Mossel Bay Local Municipality |
| Province | Western Cape |
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