Karoo2Coast
Along with the Trans Baviaans and Attakwas , the Karoo2Coast is one of the last 3 big Cape mtb races I was yet to conquer. It is one of the original big and famous mtb races in the country, starting in Uniondale, traversing the scenic & historic Prince Alfred pass, meandering through the beautiful Knysna forests to finish next to the lagoon in Knysna. It's got a reputation as a dirtroadie race not requiring much technical skill and there is a common misconception from people attempting the race for the first time that it's mostly downhill from Uniondale to the sea ( technically Uniondale is 700 meters above sea level so it is a big net drop in altitude from start to finish so the perception is understandable) Attempting the race is a logistical nightmare, you either have to find find accomodation in Uniondale and a 200km lift back to your car via George or find accomodation in Knysna and catch an early morning 200km lift to the start to the race. With that in mind