Entries open for cycle race
Entries are open for the South Coast’s scenic Hypersure Toti 69er Cycle Race next month.
ONE of the most exciting cycle races on the KwaZulu-Natal coast, the Hypersure Toti 69er Cycle Race, will return to Hutchison Park, Amanzimtoti on Sunday 10 July starting at 6.30am.
First hosted by the Amanzimtoti Cycle Club in 2002, the event has become a calendar favourite with the KwaZulu-Natal cycling community, attracting top racers to the annual event.
The race, which is highly regarded by competitive riders, caters for recreational cyclists as well. There are four levels for cyclists to choose from when entering. The first is the Full Monty (94 kilometres) which caters for professional cycling teams, elite cyclists and anyone brave enough to take on the challenge. The route takes cyclists from Amanzimtoti, South along the R102 to Selborne Country Club, returning to the finish at Hutchison Park along the same route. There is prize money for various age groups.
The 69er (69 kilometres) is an intermediate ‘fun ride’ which caters for the younger ‘pro’ cyclists as well as the braver fun riders. The route is similar to the Full Monty, with riders turning around at Park Rynie and returning to the finish at Hutchison Park. There are prize vouchers for 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall as well as for U16 boys and girls.
The Quickie (19 kilometres) is a race for the young athletes – U10, U12, U14 – as well as ‘fun’ riders of all ages. This is also the ideal distance for a corporate challenge between local companies who can enter teams to race against business partners or competitors, or use this as a unique team-building exercise. It is also suitable for a school challenge for younger athletes. There are prize vouchers for 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall as well as for U14 boys and girls.
The Toddlers Trot (1km) is held on the main field at Hutchison Park, catering for children between four and eight years old. The ride will be entirely on the field, preventing any traffic-related danger. Every participant will receive a sweetie bag.
Online entries are available at www.roag.co.za
Entry forms and all race information is available at www.amanzimtoticycle.co.za
