Gear up for Snow+Rock Enduro
As this event takes place at the end of October, snow may be a little thin on the ground – but there’ll be no shortage of rocks and beautiful scenery.
AFRISKI Mountain Resort is once again hosting a true bucket list event for motorcycling enduro riders of all capabilities, from novices to experienced riders.
Snow+Rock Enduro also promises to be a wonderful occasion for their families and is set to take place from October 25 to 27.
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Deep in Lesotho’s beautiful Maluti Mountains, Afriski has teamed up with Wild West Enduro Track to create an event that promises fun for beginners, a rewarding challenge for intermediate enduro riders and a chance for advanced bikers to hone their skills.
As this event takes place at the end of October, snow may be a little thin on the ground – but there’ll be no shortage of rocks and beautiful scenery.
“We’re delighted to be hosting Snow+Rock Enduro once again,” said Peter Peyper, Afriski sales and marketing director.
“The variety of terrain around Afriski – both high altitude and lowland – means that riders of all skill levels will find something to surprise, delight and challenge them. This is a great opportunity for enduro riders to boost their confidence and get to grips with the kind of riding that only Lesotho offers,” he added.
The routes for this year’s event have been carefully planned for enduro riders of every skill level, and will also feature key vantage points where supporters can gather to cheer on their favourite rider.
The added benefit is that the course for Snow+Rock Enduro is outside the restricted area for this year’s Motul Roof of Africa, so riders can practice in similar altitude conditions without contravening the rules.
This year’s route will offer riders the chance to experience both the mountains and lowlands of Lesotho, as Martin Schultz Snow+Rock Enduro route director points out.
“The lowland ride can be self-navigated as a race against your mates, or enjoyed as a guided group outride. The second day’s 40km altitude ride takes things up a notch – literally – thanks to its combination of technical sections and flowing terrain. Again, it can be raced or taken at your own pace,” added Martin.
Both days riding will offer great routes for the three categories – novice routes will be guided and marked, the intermediate and advanced routes will be self-navigation routes and so a GPS is essential.
And unlike most other enduro events, Snow+Rock is just as welcoming for supporters and families as for the riders taking part in the event.
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