Who won the Absa Cape Epic 2022?
2022-03-27. The America-Argentina team of Haley Batten and Sofia Gomez Villafane (NinetyOne-Songo-Specialized) are the winners of the 2022 Absa Cape Epic CM.com Women’s category. The first-time Absa Cape Epic entrants moved into first place in the CM.com Women’s category on Stage 1 last Monday and never looked back.
Where is the Swiss epic?
Canton of Grisons, Switzerland
The Swiss Epic is an annual mountain bike stage race held in the Canton of Grisons, Switzerland.
How much does the Cape Epic cost?
Entry fee deposit on 2021/2022 Absa Cape Epic of ZAR14 000 / USD1 000. This must be paid within 24 hours of registering for the waiting list.
Where is the Cape Epic today?
After eight years the Absa Cape Epic returns to Lourensford Wine Estate. In 2022, Lourensford Wine Estate serves as the starting point for another edition of The Race That Measures All.
How many Cape Epics have there been?
Cape Epic
| Race details | |
|---|---|
| Web site | www.cape-epic.com |
| History | |
| First edition | 2004 |
| Editions | 16 |
How many stages does the Cape Epic have?
Two
Two action packed stages await, filled with awe-inspiring trails, as the race builds towards the Grand Finale and the final finish line at Val de Vie. “I believe that the 2022 Absa Cape Epic route provides a great balance” Route Director Hendrico Burger promised.
How hard is the Swiss epic?
“It is very hard, it is very hot and at the Swiss Epic it is not so warm. And it is very long, at the Swiss Epic we have shorter distance, but the climbs are longer. Here the climbs are very short and steep, it is not so good for Swiss guys. How tough it is makes it more special though, to get to the finish line.
Can anyone race the Cape Epic?
View the Pairs Race Rules here. To be eligible to race 2024 Absa Cape Epic you must be 18 years of age as at 2022 Stage 1 date. A number of pair entries will be allocated to the 2024 Absa Cape Epic through two ways; Wildcard Entry and Draw Allocation.
How tough is the Cape Epic?
Well, for starters, it was really tough. That’s the word from riders that have done a few and the stats confirm this… There wasn’t one stage that was longer than 100km, but the 2021 Cape Epic was still incredibly demanding.
How do you train for Swiss epic?
Fitness. Riders require a high level of fitness and stamina, with several hours in the saddle each day. Expect to be climbing 2000-3000m per day with some single climbs totalling 1500m in one stretch, on a combination of tar, singletrack and gravel roads with a distance of 50-100km per stage.
How difficult is the Cape Epic?
How do I train for the Cape Epic?
You will need pacing/group riding skills so do a bit of speed-work and/or flat-road riding. Enter a few ultra-endurance events and/or shorter stage races or training camps in the 6 months preceding the event to get an idea of what to expect at the Absa Cape Epic for 8 consecutive days.
Is it OK to mountain bike everyday?
As a general rule, mountain biking every day at a moderate pass for at least one hour is one of the best ways to lose weight and increase endurance. After high-intensity or longer rides, a rest day is highly recommended to allow your body to recover.
How hard is Cape Epic?
A race like the Cape Epic is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable adventures any cyclist can have. Expert mountain bike skills are not required, but you’ll need to be proficient, and you’ll need to be fit.