{"id":4033,"date":"2024-10-15T07:43:32","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T05:43:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runridedive.com\/?p=4033"},"modified":"2024-10-15T07:43:32","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T05:43:32","slug":"theres-a-mountain-biking-comotion-in-the-klein-karoo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.runridedive.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/15\/theres-a-mountain-biking-comotion-in-the-klein-karoo\/","title":{"rendered":"There\u2019s a Mountain Biking Comotion in the Klein Karoo"},"content":{"rendered":"

From the 14th<\/sup>\u00a0to the 16th<\/sup>\u00a0of December there will be a mountain biking Comotion in the Klein Karoo. The buzz is that Makadas Adventures are hosting a two-day stage ride in the spectacular Leeuwenboschfontein Guest Farm. It is the perfect end to the year, a chance to unwind in nature, a family and friends get-together, a December training camp for the competitive, and a festive weekend to kick off the festive season. In short it is a\u00a0kuier\u00a0<\/em>in the Klein Karoo.<\/p>\n

Based around two days of rugged and beautiful Klein Karoo mountain biking the Comotion in the Klein Karoo is a rejuvenation of an event which Makadas Adventures staged through the 2010s. The rebooted version builds on the same ethos of fun riding through an incredible landscape, which includes private game reserves \u2013 which all but guarantee wildlife sightings from the bike \u2013 and working farms, and a relaxed race village experience. Riders and their family members can choose to book their own accommodation on Leeuwenboschfontein, or the surrounding farms, or to stay in one of the race\u2019s luxury tents. Entry options also include catered and self-catering choices, making it remarkably affordable.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe want to provide a fun weekend for the whole family, with exceptional riding and a great atmosphere,\u201d smiled race organiser Mitzi Knipe. \u201cLeeuwenboschfontein is a stunning venue and it provides ample accommodation options, from camping to luxurious chalets. It has also become synonymous with mountain biking \u2013 first time visitors are in for a treat and I\u2019m sure they\u2019ll return repeatedly to Leeuwenboschfontein after their first visit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Stage 1, on Sunday 15 December, features a 55 kilometre route with 563 metres of climbing. It takes riders into the wild Klein Karoo and into the mountains on Ezelsjacth Farm, to the north west of Leeuwenboschfontein. Monday\u2019s Stage 2 is longer and tougher, at 58 kilometres with 1\u00a0122 metres of climbing. \u201cIt\u2019s the Queen Stage,\u201d Knipe said. \u201cIt\u2019s tougher, but its not designed to be really hard. We want riders to have fun. For the racer riding it fast will provide a challenge, while the social riders will enjoy the views on the climb to the Drie Kuilen look-out point.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cReaching the highest point in the race, at 1\u00a0405 metres above sea level, the Drie Kuilen look-out is worth the climb!\u201d Knipe promised. \u201cThe views from the top are breathtaking. You can see 50 kilometres across a valley of a thousand smaller hills all the way to Montagu, in the south. At the summit Oakpics will be on hand to take your photo with the view and Drie Kuilen will be providing entertainment atop the mountain too. The game reserve will also be offering a game drive service, for non-riders, which will take family members to the summit of the Waboomsberg to meet the riders. On a similar game drive in October, we saw grys ribbok, gemsbok, bontebok, zebra, eland, black wildebeest, springbok, and klipspringer.\u201d<\/p>\n

The riding on both days varies from Klein Karoo gravel roads to 4×4 dual tracks and purpose-built mountain biking trails. \u201cIt is moderately technical in places,\u201d Knipe noted. \u201cWe\u2019ll be using Leeuwenboschfontein\u2019s blue route and as riders who took part in the early years will remember there are enough trails to add a third stage again, which we\u2019ll look at doing for 2025.\u201d<\/p>\n

The 2024 Comotion in the Klein Karoo is sponsored by information services company Comotion and data solutions firm Seed Analytics. \u201cTim Vieyra, the Cofounder and Managing Director of Comotion, has been instrumental in relaunching the Comotion in the Klein Karoo,\u201d Knipe explained. \u201cComotion along with Seed Analytics, Leeuwenboschfontein Guest Farm, Drie Kuilen Nature Reserve and Ezelsjacth Farm are all working to ensure this edition takes the great elements of the originals and builds to create something special for every participant.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cOriginally the event was untimed, but I believe we can maintain the fun element while incorporating timing this year too,\u201d Knipe added. \u201cTiming will mean that the competitive riders can race both days and compare their efforts on a general classification leaderboard against those of their rivals. But for those who want to be social, there is no rush to finish the stages. If riders want to take in the views \u2013 from the water points which are located at beautiful spots, in particular \u2013 they will be actively encouraged to slow down and relax.\u201d<\/p>\n

For non-riding family members, the beauty of Leeuwenboschfontein is lure enough. \u201cThere will be a sunset walk on Saturday evening, there\u2019s a kids\u2019 play area, and swimming pools to cool off in at the race village,\u201d Knipe said. \u201cThere\u2019s WiFi in the race village too, but not cell phone reception beyond that, so it\u2019s a great place to unplug and just be. To enjoy time with family and friends, offline. It will be one big\u00a0kuier<\/em>\u00a0in the Klein Karoo.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mountain bikers are invited to join the Comotion in the Klein Karoo. There are several entry package options, including self-catering; a ride and meals option; and glamping, ride, and meals. Supporter meal tickets as well as supporter glamping accommodation can also be booked through the race website. For entries and more information on the accommodation options visit\u00a0www.makadasadventures.co.za\/comotion<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Image: There is a Comotion in the Klein Karoo and it is a buzz around a weekend of mountain biking, relaxation, and good times spent with friends and family. In short it is a big kuier. Photo by Oakpics.com.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2024 Comotion in the Klein Karoo<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event Dates:<\/td>\n14 \u2013 16 December 2024<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Race Village:<\/td>\nLeeuwenboschfontein Guest Farm<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stage Stats:<\/td>\n15 December: 54km with 563m | 16 December: 58km with 1\u00a0122m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Basic Entry:<\/td>\nR1\u00a0100 per rider (Ride Only Entry)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bronze Entry:<\/td>\nR2\u00a0190 per rider (Ride and Meals Entry)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gold Entry:<\/td>\nR3\u00a0070 per rider (Fully Catered)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Non-Rider Glamping:<\/td>\nR1\u00a0920 per supporter (Shared Glamping Tent with Rider and All Meals)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Three Day Option:<\/td>\nR3\u00a0875 per rider (Stay from Friday the 13th<\/sup>\u00a0December to Monday 16th<\/sup>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event Website:<\/td>\nwww.makadasadventures.co.za\/comotion<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Facebook:<\/td>\nMakadas Adventures<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Instagram:<\/td>\n@makadasadventures<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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