Biking fun at the Fish

MOUNTAIN bikers of all fitness levels can enjoy this year's Fish River Sun Mountain Bike Challenge, taking place from June 14-16.

It will be a weekend-long Father's Day celebration, with friends and family taking to the trails or relaxing at the side of the Fish River Sun pool.

There will be two stages for MTB riders – the first situated in the Kap River Nature Reserve which is on the western bank of the Fish River.

Riders should see an abundance of wildlife as they take on the 50km route.

The second stage is on the eastern side of the Fish River, and is a 60km route.

This stage is scenic and comprises Jeep tracks and single- track cattle paths. Riders will finish with a loop around the Fish River Sun golf course.

Event organiser Brad Jackson said a highlight would be crossing the feature bridge over the Old Woman's River to end on the lawn in front of the clubhouse.

The Fish River Sun MTB Challenge is the only Eastern Cape event to be included in the new TREAD Buffalo category, a special race category for riders weighing more than 90kg.

There will be a dedicated TREAD Buffalo division on the daily and overall results with points earned, an annual rankings log established and podium appearances guaranteed.

Online entries for the race are open until today.