James in epic Freedom Challenge win
4 – 3 – 2 – 1 – 1… Add it up and you get 11. That's the number of hours veteran mountain biker Tim James of Team Squirt slept on the last five days of the 2009 Freedom Challenge, on his way to setting a record for the non-stop mountain bike race across South Africa, which starts in Pietermaritzburg and ends at the Diemersfontein Wine Estate outside Cape Town.
The Ride to Rhodes experience
The Ride to Rhodes, an annual six-day challenge that takes mountain bikers on a 500-kilometre trail through some of the most rugged and beautiful countryside on the planet, is more than a race. It's a journey into the heart of South Africa, as well a unique personal challenge.
The Race Across South Africa
The 2009 Freedom Challenge, also known as the Race Across South Africa, started in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday. A courageous – some would say mad – field of 60 mountain bikers are tackling a 2 300-kilometre route that covers the full range of the country's spectacular terrain.
South Africa: adventure heaven!
South Africa offers 3 000 kilometres of coastline along with breathtaking mountains - often side by side. The country's diverse terrain, together with an ideal climate for outdoor activities, make it a rich hunting ground for adrenaline seekers.
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