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The Nanaga MTB
26 MARCH 2023

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General Information
Event Description
The Nanaga MTB
Date – 26 March 2023
Venue – The Nanaga Farm Stall
The primary goal of the Nanaga MTB is to raise funds to support the Sunshine Coast Charity Trust as well as provide a premier mountain bike event to riders within the Eastern Cape. Come join us for some hard climbing and flowing single track through the beautiful Cacadu District.
Bring the family and enjoy the day at an event that caters to all types of people! This is not just a ride, it’s all about coming together having fun and giving back at the same time. The Nanaga MTB #Morethanaride
- Entries open – 01 January 2023
- Pre-entries will be online only and will close at 24:00 on Wednesday the 22nd of March 2023.
Distances and Costs
50km – R280
The big one! With a total elevation gain of 1306 meters you are guaranteed to go home knowing and feeling like you have accomplished The Nanaga MTB! This race will take you through various private properties and trails that only get used once a year for the iconic and tough Nanaga MTB.
30km – R220
How bad could 30km be? The Nanaga MTB is #Morethanaride so best you come and see what it is all about. The 30km Race is a good entry point for those looking to start taking their riding to the next level.
15km – R180
Starting out with the MTB and not sure whether it’s for you? Come and test the ‘dirt’ and see what MTB is all about with The Nanaga MTB 15km Race.
5km – R60
Looking for a fun little adventure for the little ones? You are at the right place! The 5km ride is a FUN RIDE and all finishers will be seen as winners!
(Excluding Day License Fee for non CSA Members)
Event Schedule
Pre-Entries Close
- 24:00 on the 22nd of March 2023
Pre-Registration
- Friday the 24th of March 2023 at Action Cycles
*Late Entries
- Are welcome, admin fee of R50 per late entry.

Race Day Schedule
26 March 2023
Registration and Late Entries
- Open at 06:00 closes 20min before your Race Start
- 5km Registration closes – 08:00am
- Race Briefing – 10min before your Race Start
- 50km E-Bike Race Start – 06:45am
- 50km Race Start – 07:15am
- 30km E-Bike Race Start – 07:30am
- 30km Race Start – 08:00am
- 15km Race Start – 08:15am
- 5km Race Start – 08:30am
- Prize Giving – 12:30pm
*Late Entries are welcome, admin fee of R50 per late entry.
*Cut Offs: We have no set cut offs in place, we do however reserve the right to remove you from the race if we deem it unsafe for you to proceed any further.

Rules and Regulations:
This is a CSA Sanctioned event and all CSA Relevant rules apply.
Link to CSA MTB Rules and Regulations. All riders need to have a CSA Licence or will need to take out a Day Licence at a cost of R TBC.
By entering The Nanaga MTB you warrant that you are in good health and have no physical condition that would endanger your life while on this experience.
Whilst reasonable precaution will be taken by The Nanaga MTB Team to ensure your safety, you understand that as a participant, you take part at your own risk. The Nanaga MTB Team will not be held liable for any injury or death arising from participating at this experience or for any loss of or damage to your property occurring in the course of the experience.
In consideration of The Nanaga MTB allowing you to participate in the experience, you undertake that if, in the course of the experience, you deliberately or negligently cause any injury (whether fatal or otherwise) to any person or any damage to or loss of any property of any person, you shall indemnify The Nanaga MTB Team if that suffering person makes claims or takes actions against The Nanaga MTB Team or The Nanaga MTB Team has to pay for costs or expenses.
*You represent that you are at least 18 years of age.
Important Notice
If you are not registered within the allocated time frame for Registration, you will not be allowed to race.
Race briefing is important and should be respected and adhered to.
Tandems as well as E-Bikes are welcome.
Make sure your sealant is topped up as this area is known for some thorns.
No refunds will be allowed.
In the case of the event being cancelled (24 days prior to the event date) a refund of 50% will be allowed.
Weather is out of our control and in the case of the event being affected by bad weather, the necessary calls will be made to ensure the safety of all riders.
Race Information
50km Race

Entry Fee – R280
The big one! With a total elevation gain of 1306 meters you are guaranteed to go home knowing and feeling like you have accomplished The Nanaga MTB! This race will take you through various private properties and trails that only get used once a year for the iconic and tough Nanaga MTB.
- Registration Closes at – 06:55
- Race Briefing – 07:05
- Race Start – 07:15
- 51.3 km distance // 1306 m elevation
*There will be Water Points on route
Entry Fee – R280
The big one! With a total elevation gain of 1306 meters you are guaranteed to go home knowing and feeling like you have accomplished The Nanaga MTB! This race will take you through various private properties and trails that only get used once a year for the iconic and tough Nanaga MTB.
- Registration Closes at – 06:55
- Race Briefing – 07:05
- Race Start – 07:15
- 51.3 km distance // 1306 m elevation
*There will be Water Points on route

30km Race

Entry Fee – R220
How bad could 30km be? The Nanaga MTB is #Morethanaride so best you come and see what it is all about. The 30km Race is a good entry point for those looking to start taking their riding to the next level.
- E-bike Registration Closes at – 07:10
- E-Bike Race Briefing – 07:20
- E-Bike Race Start – 07:30
- Registration Closes at – 07:40
- Race Briefing – 07:50
- Race Start – 08:00
- 31.9 km distance // 698 m elevation
*There will be Water Points on route
15km Race

Entry Fee – R180
Starting out with the MTB and not sure whether it’s for you? Come and test the ‘dirt’ and see what MTB is all about with The Nanaga MTB 15km Race.
- Registration Closes at – 07:55
- Race Briefing – 08:05
- Race Start – 08:15
- 14.8 km distance // 282 m elevation
*There will be Water Points on route
Entry Fee – R180
Starting out with the MTB and not sure whether it’s for you? Come and test the ‘dirt’ and see what MTB is all about with The Nanaga MTB 15km Race.
- Registration Closes at – 07:55
- Race Briefing – 08:05
- Race Start – 08:15
- 14.8 km distance // 282 m elevation
*There will be Water Points on route

5km Race

Entry Fee – R60
Looking for a fun little adventure for the little ones? You are at the right place! The 5km ride is a FUN RIDE and all finishers will be seen as winners!
- Registration Closes at – 08:00
- Race Briefing – 08:20
- Race Start – 08:30
*Please note there is no age restriction, kids younger than 9 need to be accompanied by an adult.
* There is no Water Point on route.
WB WAY

“Choose your heart rate” was our tagline. Using the profiles of the events. What a concept. For ever more my heart misses a beat when I try to conceptualize a life without WB being a part of it. The dictionary is filled with big words that would describe him but that was not his style. He was my best friend and a brother from another mother, keep the coffee warm WB. We can all adapt a great way to look at life, The “WBW” which stands for the Werner Buchner Way. Be brave enough to forge your own path in life and don’t worry about the “nae sayers.”
– Iain Withers ( Chairman of SCCT )
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Riding to make a difference 😊
The primary goal of the Nanaga MTB is to raise funds to support the Sunshine Coast Charity Trust, who raise funds to assist impoverished communities and individuals in need along the Sunshine Coast, specifically in the Colchester, Paterson and Alexandria areas.
Join us on the 26th of March 2023 for some epic riding on flowing single track through the beautiful Cacadu District as we ride to make difference 😉
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Save the date 🗓️
It's official, The 2023 Nanaga MTB is set to take place on the 26th of March 2023 at the Nanaga Farm stall 🕺🏻 After the EPIC day we had this year we can't wait to see what 2023 edition will have in store.
With amazing scenery, magnificent trails, great food, refreshing drinks for after the ride, entertainment for the kids and an awesome post race vibe at the race village, it is definitely an event you'll want to prioritize on your calendar 😉
Let us know in the comment section below if we will be seeing you at the 2023 edition of The Nanaga MTB 😜
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What section got to you at this year's Nanaga MTB 👀
Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below 👇 who knows maybe we'll make it more interesting for the 2023 edition of The Nanaga MTB 😜
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The Nanaga MTB, where it's all about 👨👩👧👦 family fun riding and making those precious moments spent together extra special. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who supported us at this year's edition of The Nanaga MTB 😉
Stay tuned as we start the build up to the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ edition of The Nanaga MTB 💥
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We are fortunate to be blessed with such amazing trails and scenery 😱 Thank you to all the land owners for letting us use their property to make The Nanaga MTB the special event that it is ❤️
Here is a reminder of the podium results for the 1️⃣5️⃣km race 🏁
Female:
1. Paige Lottering 00:54:47
2. Tori Stowe 00:56:45
3. Rolanda Bareira 01:04:33
Male:
1. Noah Stowe 00:45:24
2. Tian Diedericks 00:45:25
3. Daniel woods 00:47:05
🌐 Here is the link to all the results from this year's Nanaga MTB
https://nanagamtb.co.za/2022-winners/ ...
From exciting racing to great food and entertainment, The 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣2️⃣ Nanaga MTB was an epic event, made possible by all our sponsors, volunteers and of course all the riders who supported us 🙌
Here is a reminder of the podium results for the 3️⃣0️⃣km race 🏁
Female:
1. Sharlize Oosthuizen 01:35:00
2. Antonelle Saporta 01:43:02
3. Olivia Lamont 01:44:26
Male:
1. Alessandro Fanicchi 01:23:16
2. Jared Loenen 01:25:18
3. Ruan Cloete 01:29:35
🌐 Here is the link to all the results from this year's Nanaga MTB
https://nanagamtb.co.za/2022-winners/
@sharSharlize OosthuizentoAntonelle Saporta_olivia_lamont_
@alesAlessandro Fanicchiredl79
@ruanRuan Cloete
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Here is a quick recap of the podium results in the 5️⃣0️⃣km race at The Nanaga MTB this year 🏁
Female:
1. Juanita Rose Mackenzie 02:44:51
2. Nicola Freitas 02:45:05
3. Lauren Smith 03:06:51
Male:
1. Sidney Strydom 02:14:28
2. Jason Peach 02:14:29
3. Victor Olckers 02:17:16
🌐 Here is the link to all the results from this year's Nanaga MTB
https://nanagamtb.co.za/2022-winners/
Stay tuned to find out what you can expect for The Nanaga MTB 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ edition!
@juanitarosemackenzie
@nixfreitas
@laurensmith305
@sidney_strydom
@jasonpeachmtb
@victor14674
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Competitive racing is definitely something that you can expect at The Nanaga MTB 🚵🏻
Who can forget this epic sprint finish as Sidney Strydom and Jason Peach battled it out for 1️⃣st place in the 50km race at The Nanage MTB this year 🏁
@sidney_strydom
@jasonpeachmtb
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