Varsity MTB Challenge

The Varsity MTB Challenge is a 2-day stage race which takes place annually in the beautiful Paarl Valley in the Cape Winelands. The popular event sees a host of Varsity Alumni gather once a year to rekindle friendships at the vibey Nederburg race village and tackle some of the trails finest trails on offer in South Africa.

The event also caters for active students and the general public - the inaugural Varsity MTB Challenge attracted riders from across South Africa, racing for their alma mater or university of choice or simply just having fun as non-aligned teams.

Fast-facts

Race Venue: Nederburg Winery, Paarl

Day 1: Start and finish at Nederburg Winery – 30 September 2017 – 08h00

50km, 1500m vertical ascent

Start and finish at Nederburg Winery – 1 October 2017 – 8am

58km, 1600m vertical ascent.