Induna Adventures

Sizabantwana Fun Day

admin — Sat, 12 May 2012 07:40:41 +0000

Induna Adventures had the privilege to put a smile on 21 Sizabantwana Orphan’s face’s by contributing a afternoon full of fun. It was a amazing experience for us and we hope to see you soon!!

Team Induna

Ride The Rhino

admin — Fri, 11 May 2012 08:43:58 +0000

Help save our Rhino’s and the Endangered Renosterveld

Resolution Health Ride the Rhino

Fri 5 Oct – Sun 7 Oct 2012

3 Days / West Coast / Blossoming Landscape / New Route / Fun / School Holidays / Wine / Good food

Langebaan (Langebaan Country Estate) to Durbanville (Nitida Wine Estate)

Black Rhino

Teams and Solos / 250 km / 4000m+ climb / Fully Supported and Own Accommodation

Stage 1: Langebaan to Darling (85 km, 1650m climb)

Stage 2 Darling to Malmesbury (90 km, 1500m climb)

Stage 3: Malmesbury to Durbanville Nitida Wine Farm (80 km, 1500m climb)

White Rhino

Teams and Solos / Fully Supported and Own Accommodation

Day 1, 2 and 3: 60 km’s or closest waterpoint to 45 / 60km

Junior Rhino (Under 18’s)

Teams only / Fully Supported

Day 1, 2 and 3: +/- 60 km’s or closest waterpoint to 45 / 60km

All Inclusive Package: R3500 pp / Team of 2 people or Solo

All meals, tented accommodation and transport of gear included.

Self Catering Package: R2700 pp / Team of 2 people or Solo

Junior Rhino Package: R1800 pp / Team of 2 scholars under the age of 18 years/ R3600 per team entry (No Solos). All meals and tented accommodation included. Junior Rhino’s must organize own transport from Finish to overnight stop.

With the conservation of the Renosterveld in mind, the race will always be capped – and that’s the reason why you should enter SOON – no queues for homemade food and hot showers like in so many of the other big MTB races! Some more reason to do the Rhino this year:

A challenging but beautiful route with the West Coast in full bloom;
Race garment plus Resolution Health Ride the Rhino shirt on last day;
Real local home made meals (All Inclusive);
The best water holes by Darling Dairies (bottled ice water and juices and snacks);
Wine holes along the route for brave who want to UP the antioxidants;
Local hospitality and entertainment and happy hour with free drinks every day;
Exciting goody bag and daily prizes (for winning and lucky draws);
Resolution Health Race shirt on Day 3 and
A bottle of Nitida wine and a medal with a difference at the Finish.

You can enter now on www.ridetherhino.co.za

Support our children

admin — Tue, 08 May 2012 06:28:17 +0000

The First Ascent Big Induna mountain bike race is stepping in to the heart of one of the biggest problems South Africa face. R10 of each entrant will go to the SizaBantwana children orphaned or made vulnerable as a result of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Currently SizaBantwana have got 400 children to care, support and empower.

This effort is only a twinkle in the eye compared to the need of SizaBantwana “Caring for children” organization. Please contribute in whatever way you feel necessary:

Old or new clothes (Bring to MTB registration)
Blankets (Bring to MTB registration)
Photo copy machine
Once off financial donations
Monthly financial donations
Laptops (for the reading power project)
Data projector (for the reading power project)
Strong steel fan
Library sealing (for the reading power project)

Walkie – Talkies

admin — Mon, 07 May 2012 14:07:27 +0000

Induna Adventures helped in co-writing this article regarding “Walkie-Talkies”.

To get your coppy visit http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/world/worlds-best-street-food/.

My SPAR Forest2Falls MTB Challenge 2012 Race Report

admin — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:26:26 +0000

Saturday, 28 April saw the 14th Forest2Falls Mountain Bike Challenge dawn on a perfect, sunny day. From as early as 05:00 people started arriving at the Mac Mac Forest Retreat camping grounds. As the last preparations were set in place, the Line Entry queue grew longer and longer as riders, who waited until the last moment, registered for the big event. The ladies at the registration tables did a sterling job to enable the event to start on time.

With 970 entries, this was one of the biggest fields to enter since the start of the event, 14 years ago. A buzz around the coffee tables where the last minute effort was made to boost the energy levels and final adjustments at the Cycle Junkies gazebo, all added to the electrifying atmosphere of expectancy.

At 08:00 sharp 177 brave, 70km riders started off with a bang! The riders were faced head-on with a course filled with single tracks, grasslands, stiff climbs and downhills, technical and open roads. The Provincial Traffic Department who assisted us amidst a very hectic long weekend, did a great job as they guided the riders to the Green Heritage site. At 08:20 it was time for the 537 riders to face their 35km challenge. Charged with adrenaline, they departed for the beautiful Forest Falls with a great balance of climbs and downhills. At 08:30 the 256 champions of tomorrow started their 17km challenge.

Riders had to peddle hard in order to claim the title as King and Queen of the Mountain, 21km into the 35km lap. The “King” turned out to be nr 1225, Lourens Luus, and the “Queen” was nr 1081, Yolandi du Toit. Congratulations with this ourstanding achievement!

The riders were full of praise for the welcoming smiles and encouragement they experienced at the various refreshment stations. Many commented on the breathtaking view as they meandered through the Komatiland plantations and indigenous forest.

Whilst the riders were conquering their fears, struggling with their own, and n some cases their fellow rider’s battles, the vibe back at camp was kept alive with Music from the SASCO event truck. We were privileged to have Sarel from Sabie, the well known SA’s Top Chef competitor, as the commentator for the day. The stalls supplied a variety of excellent food and the children enjoyed the jumping castle and kids entertainment.

Shalom Christian School would like to once again thank our main sponsors, My SPAR, Coca-Cola Fortune and Komatiland for creating a platform where sport lovers can compete and simultaneously enjoy our beautiful God-given nature. Their continuous support contributed to the success of this event. We are looking forward to expanding our future collaboration in taking this event to a higher level!

RESULTS:

The overall winners of the 70km race were:

MEN
1. Lourens Luus from Hazyview, with a time of 2.53.21
2. Brand Du Plessis – 03.00.31
3. Hein Engelbrecht – 03.08.22

LADIES:
1. Yolandi Du Toit with a time of 03.42.10
2. Dalene v.d.Leek – 04.18.22
3. Robyn Assad – 04.35.14

Overall Winners for the 35km:

MEN
1. CP Van Wyk – 01.27.08
2. Declan Sidey – 01.27.15
3. PJ Luus – 01.27.24

LADIES
1. Alison Emery – 01.45.12
2. Mirande Rossouw – 01.50.09
3. Talita Botha – 01.51.20

Overall Winners for the 17km:

MEN
1. Keegan Clark – 00.44.05
2. Hadrick Coertze – 00.51.45
3. Shane Russell – 00.55.49

LADIES
1. Debra Booyens – 00.44.05
2. Marina Du Preez – 00.59.49
3. Wendy de Beer – 01.00.21