OPENING JUNE 2018 with new trails
Three times host of the Cape Epic, the world’s premier MTB stage race, Canetsfontein’s Black and Yellow Routes, managed by neighbouring Welvanpas, are regarded by many competitive riders as one of the most challenging and scenic MTB trails in the Western Cape.
Black Route
The standard Black Route (map) leads over 28,5 km of mainly single track with a total of 1 100 m ascent. From grinding it up the Aap d’Huez (with its 29 switchbacks) to hammering it down Bob Sleigh where you’re sure to catch some air off those unpredictable bumps, mountain biking in the Western Cape does not get much better than this!
The Black Route will challenge you in the following sections:
- Aap d’Huez
- Route 66
- WTF
- Point Break
- Slow Poison
- The Full Monty 1,2,3
- Angel’s Tears
- Rodeo
- Bob Sleigh
- Cool Runnings
- Plus new segments up to Hawequas neck and up to app. 1 200 altitude
The Yellow Route
The Yellow Route (map) leads over 17,5 km almost entirely on single tracks with an ascent of 750 m. You’re going to need some technical prowess and stamina up the rugged climbs, and be prepared… things can get fast and furious on the downhill runs!
The Yellow Route will put you to the test in the following sections:
- Aap d’Huez
- Route 66
- Super G
- Cliff Hanger
- Angel’s Tears
- Rodeo
- Bob Sleigh
- Cool Runnings
Kids’ Route (Green Route)
The Kids’ Route (map) was designed to enable MTB rookies a pleasant cruise through our single trails without too many steep ascents and technical situations. It is recommended for kids of 8 years and older. The Kids’ Route is 5 km. The 300 m of ascent are on Jeep tracks and fairly smooth.
The Kids’ Route consists of the following sections:
- Point Break
- Cliff Hanger
- The Full Monty 3