TCN presents the 2023 West Coast Epic

An 8-Day MTB Stage Adventure, in and around Cape Town. This adventure forms part of the Rapha 500 challenge. Ride 500km from December 24 to December 31. Enjoy the amazing trails from Tyger Valley, Table Mountain and the Fair Cape Trails. With a total of 5303 km of the best trails South Africa can offer, and 13,900m of climbing this is sure to be fun for all Multi-stage adventure. Join us on all 8 days or ride any stage you wish on selected days.

STAGES

WHAT YOU GET

We are planning to have at least one water point on the route. We will also make several stops, where we can fill up with water and supplies at shops/filling stations along the route.

If you have any queries, please DM us at https://www.facebook.com/thecyclistsnetwork

**Book & Pay before 14 Dec 2023, to receive a free t-shirt.

Please Note

Fueling, water and nutarian are for your own accord. Please make sure you are prepared. It is summer season and temperatures are in the mid-30s during the day.

Whilst all safety measures are taken, TCN and its partners do not take responsibility for your safety.

Bike Events Rules of the Ride

By entering this ride you agree to these rules:

• REMEMBER it is NOT A RACE. Be a good advert for cycling and show consideration to other road users and to other cyclists who may be less experienced than you.

• Obey the Highway Code and warning signs, but be aware that the absence of either Bike Events' or statutory signage does not signal the absence of any risks ahead.

• Pay due attention to the road ahead and to other road users; the roads are open to other traffic and you must ride with your own and others' safety in mind.

• No Helmet, No Ride

• We advise you to ride in single file - NEVER ride more than two abreast and do NOT attempt any dangerous passing or cross the centre line of the road.

• Keep a safe distance between you and other cyclists at all times, as some may be inexperienced.

• The ride is NOT a race - MODERATE YOUR SPEED, especially on downhill sections.

• Signal any intention to turn left or right and DON'T STOP SUDDENLY as there may be traffic / other riders directly behind you.

• You MUST bring a full water bottle and any necessary medication with you.

• Do NOT wear headphones while cycling.

• Riders 16 or under MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18, and MUST WEAR A HELMET.

• Check your bike is in good order, especially the brakes and get it serviced before the event. If you require help, get off the road and call the Emergency Number.

• Respect the local environment, refreshment stop facilities, fellow cyclists and road users. Take litter home with you.

By entering this ride you agree to these rules and the following conditions:

I understand that this event is not a race and all riders must obey the Highway Code and the Bike Events Rules of the Road. Cycling can be a dangerous activity and I accept that the organisers cannot be held responsible for personal injury, accident, loss, damage or public liability. Riders under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

All riders aged 65 or over on the date of the ride and any rider with a medical condition or unsure of their physical ability to take part in the bike ride must take medical advice from a general practitioner prior to the event. Entry fees are non-refundable.

TCN events reserve the right to cancel / change the date of events / change the planned route and start and/or finish venue due to circumstances beyond our control. In the event of cancellation or postponement of a ride, TCN Events will offer a transfer to another event or a full refund. TCN Events will not be liable for any costs incurred as a result of such modification, postponement or cancellation.

Photographs/Video taken on the route by TCN Events, may be used for publicity purposes by either of one these organisations. Please email us if you have any objections or concerns about this.

If I have symptoms of Covid-19 I will not take part in the event. I agree to my name and phone number being available to the organisers.