First time participant, Ntwanano Ngobeni, managed to finish the race despite challenges during the race.

“We experienced rain and wind and on top of that my tyre burst, my chain broke and at some point the gears would not change.

“I ended up doing 114km instead of the 109km because I had to go back to water points to get my bicycle fixed,” Ngobeni explained.

He says he will definitely go back, but he needs to be fitter and mentally better prepared. He was joined by three of his friends, Fumani Ntlhamu from Phalaborwa, Walter Rachidi and Neo Rachidi, both from Polokwane.

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Tzaneen Cycling Club was represented by four members, Allan Gordon, Vincent Goodey, Athol Vernades and Ashraf Modan.

Gordon was among the fastest cyclists and was only two minutes behind the overall winner.

Goodey (57) recorded his 21st Argus challenge with a time of 3 hours and 27 minutes.

“I started participating in this competition in 1999 and have finished all my races.

“I keep on returning to Cape Town because I love the sport and it is also good for my health.”

Anel Swart from Tzaneen also cycled .