What truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Participants experience some of Africa’s most sought-after virgin mountain biking trails, whilst simultaneously raising much-needed funds to support the surrounding Umngazi community.
The race consists of a total 115 kilometres of tough terrain, with each race-day beginning and concluding at the award-winning Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa, where cyclists are based for the duration of the race.
Following a needs analysis to ascertain the optimal allocation of funds, money raised is used for a series of building upgrades at local schools in order to help overcome daily challenges experienced within the learning environment, such as limited teaching space, cramped classrooms and poor kitchen facilities. In coming years, the bank will further engage with schools and local government to ensure that teaching aids and resources are supplied and maintained.
The race caters for a variety of intermediate and advanced biking appetites, from nature lovers, to adventure seekers and racing snakes. The route takes cyclists along a diverse route that includes district roads, swamp trails and cattle paths, where teams are often cheered on by the local Umngazi community.
For more info on the Pondo pedal, please visit our site on www.pondopedal.com or join us on Facebook. Future Pondo Pedal dates are as follows:
4 - 8 June 2014
3 - 7 June 2015
Stay at Umngazi River Bungalows & Spa
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The Wild Coast is one of South Africa’s most spectacular regions with it’s rocky coastline, indigenous forests, secluded coves and many river mouths. All this is on your doorstep at Umngazi River Bungalows & Spa, an award-winning family resort and spa and the perfect place to honeymoon or relax and unwind.
Thatch-roofed bungalows are set amongst indigenous gardens which provide the perfect setting for a totally relaxed holiday near Port St John''s. Spend idyllic days lounging on secluded beaches or walking, boating and canoeing. Sample mouth-watering home-cooking and other delights while relaxing on the deck.