Welcome to the Nedbank Swaziland’s Imvelo MTB Classic - 2009
Set in the pristine Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, the Imvelo MTB classic draws top riders from within Swaziland, South Africa and Mozambique.
Regarded as one of southern Africa’s top day races, the Imvelo traditionally dishes out many miles of single-track through beautiful terrain littered with wildlife. A rare combination of true mountain bike terrain coupled with the wild aspect of Swaziland makes this a race riders come back for time and time again.
With three distances to choose from, the race caters for all levels of fitness from the semi-professional riders to weekend warriors, right the way through to those who dust their bikes off just once a year, for the Imvelo.
The 65km Classic is a highly respected race with plenty altitude gain in the latter part although the single track cut for this race certainly makes up for the tired legs. The 35km Challenge steams through the plains of the Sanctuary on undulating gravel roads interconnected by sweeping single track. This is the most popular distance and is a good mix of speed and distance.
The Family Fun (20kms) is a breeding ground for future champions (and tired folks!) but is also excellent fun and a good ride.
The start and finish of these rides all occur at the Rest Camp in Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary where festivities are the order of the day with a spit braai, a beer garden, outdoor picnic tables and excellent food are available throughout the day.
Being such a well supported event makes for a fantastic day under African skies.
Entries this year are limited to 500 and like 2008, no entries will be available on the day – so be sure to get your entries in early by visiting www.imvelo.co.sz or www.entrytime.com .
Get your entry in as soon as possible and book your accommodation without delay send a mail to reservations@biggameparks.org
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