Welcome to the Komatiland Forest 2 Falls Challenge
1
May 2010
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here to download 2010 results
Excitement is in the air! The Komatiland Forest2Falls MTB race, one of the most enjoyable, most scenic and well-organized events on the MTB calendar, will be taking place in just a few weeks. Situated on the Drakensberg Escarpment of Mpumalanga, exactly halfway between Sabie and Graskop, close to the Mac Mac Falls and Pilgrims Rest, this can truly be the family breakaway that you were looking forward to. With three routes to choose from, this truly is an event for the whole family.
For the young and not-so-young non-cyclists in the family, there will be a lot of entertainment ranging from a jumping castle, live music, free handouts by various sponsors, food stalls with special treats, and many more.
Date: 1 May 2010
Venue: Mac Mac Forest Retreat
Distances: 15km; 35km; 75km;
Race orientation: 07:45 for all participants
Entrance fees:
15km: R50-00 35km: R120-00 75km: R140-00
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Note:
- Less than 5 entries in any one category will be classified in the preceding category.
- Pre-entries close at 17:00 on 26 April 2010 and a late entry penalty of R50 will be charged. Proceeds will go towards charity.
Route information:
15km
We have listened to participant’s suggestions and made some changes. Please keep in mind that you will be in mountainous terrain with the inevitable up hills. For the adult MTB beginner, this is an excellent start. The parents or a responsible adult must accompany small children and be prepared to occasionally walk with them, whilst enjoying the scenery. Remember your supply of water!
Click here to download 15km race profile
35 km
Forest Falls. This is where this event’s name originated.
Described as one of the most beautiful routes in SA, both the 35 and 75 km
riders will have the privilege of enjoying this loop. Starting off with
“comfortable” gravel roads through Pine tree forests, 
the
route will soon change to single track over grassland, leading to the edge
of the escarpment with patches of indigenous forest and a beautiful view of
the Lowveld. Some tricky and technical patches through the plantations and
over grassland, will give the more brave at heart an adrenalin rush and the
nature lover a chance to rest. Beware of the treacherous down hills covered
with pine needles! You may just find yourself in an awkward position! With
three well stocked and very helpful water points, the weary legs may get the
rest they so desperately need. Maybe a shower under the famous Forest Falls
is what the doctor ordered! All depending on the weather, this leg can be
very fast, or extremely challenging, slippery and muddy. Being at the end of
our rainy season, anything is possible.
This route has been described as an excellent example of mounting biking at its best. If you are a new MTB enthusiast, this is it! Starting time: (08:15)
Click here to download the 35km race profile
75 km
75km
The 2009 route proved to be a
winner. After the “warming up” stage of the first 35km, 
the
fit and brave will continue into the York plantations for the very
challenging 40km stage. Some minor changes are inevitable due to forestry
activities but under the very experienced supervision of Denis Lawrie and
Raymond Emmerick, you can be sure of the best possible route. At
approximately 45km in the race, the King and Queen of the Mountain will be
selected. Three refreshment Stations will be on standby to assist in the
best way possible. With an escalation of approximately 400m, you can do it.
This is a challenge. Go for it!
Venue: Mac Mac Forest Retreat. Halfway between Graskop and Sabie.
Our Affordable Prices: 15 km: R50-00 | 35 km: R120-00 | 75 km: R140-00
Date: Saturday, 1 May 2010 Starting times: