Organiser
Potch Sakekamer
** Join us on the most scenic MTB and Trail Run route, filled with wildlife, climbs and beautiful views **
Gaan Wild MTB is a CSA Sanctioned and NWCU MTB Marathon Championships event. Gaan Wild MTB will also serve as the North West XCM Champs.
Distance Options:
Distance Friendly Name: | Distances: | Entry Fee: | Starting Times: |
94 km MTB Race (self seeding) - Elite and Veteran NW XCM Champs (Open to all entries) | 94km | R400 | 07:00am Saturday |
60 km MTB Race (self seeding) | 60km | R350 | 07:10am Saturday |
60 km MTB Race E-Bike | 60km | R350 | 07:10am Saturday |
42 km MTB Race (self seeding) - Youth and Junior NW XCM Champs (Open to all entries) | 42km | R300 | 07:20am Saturday |
20 km MTB Race (self seeding) | 20km | R150 | 08:30am Saturday |
24 km Run | 24km | R170 | 07:00am Sunday |
10 km Run | 10km | R120 | 07:30am Sunday |
5 km Run | 5km | R70 | 08:00am Sunday |
PLEASE NOTE - Distance to qualify:
(You only need to enter for the below distance if you want to qualify for podium position. All other riders can enter for any of the distances listed above.)
?Nippers & Sprogs and Sub Jnr - 20km
?Youth & Juniors - 42km
?Women - Elite, Sub-vet, Vet, Masters and older - 62km
?Men - Elite, Sub-vet, Vet, Masters and older- 94km
Note: You need a CSA membership up to 16yr and a membership with racing license for 17yr and older to get provincial recognition for podium position.
Gaan Wild Trail Run does not require any licenses
Pre-registrations and number collections:
Friday, 6 October: 17h00 until 20h00 at the Lekwena Wildlife Estate. All MTB and RUN distances.
All on the day entries & number collection from 05h30
On the day entries for MTB will close 30min before the race starts.
On the day entries for Trail Running will close 15min before the race starts.
NOTE: R50 surcharge fee on all late on the day entries. Cash & Card facilities available.
Your Entry Includes:
- Finisher Medal
- Access to the venue
- Waterpoints
- Live Timing
- Earn Vitality & Multiply points
What else will be there:
- Restroom Facilities
- Various food stalls
- Craft Beer Stalls
Accommodation:
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Route Profiles:
90km Route Profile.
60km Route Profile.
42 km Route Profile.
22km Route Profile.
Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Price (pp) |
|---|---|---|
|
94km MTB
Elite and Veteran NW XCM Championships (Open to all categories eg. Masters, Sub Vets) |
94 km | R 400.00 |
| 60km MTB | 60 km | R 350.00 |
| 60km MTB E-Bike | 60 km | R 350.00 |
|
42km MTB
Youth and Junior NW XCM Championships (Open to all Categories Eg. Vets, Masters) |
42 km | R 300.00 |
| 20km MTB | 20 km | R 150.00 |
| 24km Run | 24 km | R 170.00 |
| 10km Run | 10 km | R 120.00 |
| 5km Run | 5 km | R 70.00 |
Event location
Lekwena Wildlife Estate, Potchefstroom
| Coordinates | -26.6541102, 27.1869608 |
| Address | 1st Ave, Potchefstroom, 2531 |
| City | Potchefstroom |
| Province | North West |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07