Absa Cape Epic - XCS 2013
17 Mar 2013 -24 Mar 2013 ZA, Cape Town - Western Cape SHC
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The Absa Cape Epic, a premier mountain biking event, took place in the Western Cape from 17 Mar 2013 to 24 Mar 2013. This event, often referred to as the "Tour de France" of mountain biking, is a grueling eight-day adventure through the untamed landscapes of South Africa's beautiful Cape region. The race is known for its challenging terrain and stunning scenery, attracting top professional and amateur cyclists from around the world.
The 2013 edition of the Absa Cape Epic started in Cape Town, a city known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture. The race route, which changes every year, took the riders through a variety of terrains, including steep mountain passes, dense forests, and sandy beaches. The participants had to endure long distances, harsh weather conditions, and technical trails, making the Absa Cape Epic a true test of endurance and skill.
The XCS, or Cross-Country Stage race format, was used in the 2013 Absa Cape Epic. This format involves multiple stages over several days, with the overall winner determined by the lowest cumulative time. The XCS format is known for its strategic and tactical racing, as riders must balance their efforts across all stages to achieve the best overall time. The 2013 Absa Cape Epic was a thrilling spectacle of endurance, determination, and teamwork, showcasing the very best of mountain biking.
The 2013 edition of the Absa Cape Epic started in Cape Town, a city known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture. The race route, which changes every year, took the riders through a variety of terrains, including steep mountain passes, dense forests, and sandy beaches. The participants had to endure long distances, harsh weather conditions, and technical trails, making the Absa Cape Epic a true test of endurance and skill.
The XCS, or Cross-Country Stage race format, was used in the 2013 Absa Cape Epic. This format involves multiple stages over several days, with the overall winner determined by the lowest cumulative time. The XCS format is known for its strategic and tactical racing, as riders must balance their efforts across all stages to achieve the best overall time. The 2013 Absa Cape Epic was a thrilling spectacle of endurance, determination, and teamwork, showcasing the very best of mountain biking.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
May 08, 2024 - 09:45
Local Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
15ºC 59ºf
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- 6.8 km/h SSE
- Humidity: 94%
THIS EDITION
MEN
Winner(s): | KULHAVÝ Jaroslav |
SAUSER Christoph | |
Winner(s) time: | 29:40:44 |
Median age: | 31 |
Riders: | 54 |
DNF: | 0 |
WOMEN
Winner(s): | HARE WILLIANSON Catherine |
SPEEDY Yolande | |
Winner(s) time: | 38:58:51 |
Median age: | 37 |
Riders: | 6 |
DNF: | 0 |
ALL EDITIONS
MEN
Youngest winner: | GROTTS Howard | 25 years |
Winner more times: | SAUSER Christoph | 4 times |
Race record: | BEERS Matthew | 25:17:29 |
LATEST WINNERS
2021 | SARROU Jordan | 28 years | 25:17:29 |
2019 | FORSTER Lars | 25 years | 26:09:45 |
2018 | GROTTS Howard | 25 years | 25:29:49 |
2017 | STIRNEMANN Matthias | 25 years | 26:35:06,5 |
2016 | PLATT Karl | 38 years | 28:13:28 |
2015 | SAUSER Christoph | 38 years | 31:00:57 |
2014 | MENNEN Robert | 28 years | 30:31:59 |
2013 | SAUSER Christoph | 36 years | 29:40:44 |
2012 | STANDER Burry | 0 years | 31:46:50 |
2011 | STANDER Burry | 0 years | 28:44:44 |
2010 | SAHM Stefan | 33 years | 29:47:46 |
WOMEN
Youngest winner: | STIGGER Laura | 21 years |
Winner more times: | LANGVAD Annika | 4 times |
Race record: | LANGVAD Annika | 29:57:06 |
LATEST WINNERS
2021 | STIGGER Laura | 21 years | 30:39:53 |
2019 | VAN DER BREGGEN Anna | 0 years | 31:26:41 |
2018 | COURTNEY Kate | 22 years | 29:57:06 |
2017 | STENERHAG Jennie | 0 years | 31:39:43,7 |
2016 | LÜTHI Ariane | 32 years | 33:30:48 |
2015 | LÜTHI Ariane | 31 years | 37:07:25 |
2013 | SPEEDY Yolande | 0 years | 38:58:51 |
2012 | BIGHAM Sally | 33 years | 38:34:11 |
RACES
THIS EDITION
MEN
Winner(s): | KULHAVÝ Jaroslav |
SAUSER Christoph | |
Winner(s) time: | 29:40:44 |
Median age: | 31 |
Riders: | 54 |
DNF: | 0 |
WOMEN
Winner(s): | HARE WILLIANSON Catherine |
SPEEDY Yolande | |
Winner(s) time: | 38:58:51 |
Median age: | 37 |
Riders: | 6 |
DNF: | 0 |
ALL EDITIONS
MEN
Youngest winner: | BLEVINS Christopher | 25 years |
Winner more times: | SAUSER Christoph | 4 times |
Race record: | BEERS Matthew | 25:17:29 |
LATEST WINNERS
2024 | GROTTS Howard | 31 years | 25:22:17 |
2023 | BLEVINS Christopher | 25 years | 26:17:04 |
2022 | BAUM Lukas | 27 years | 27:44:06 |
2021 | SARROU Jordan | 28 years | 25:17:29 |
2019 | FORSTER Lars | 25 years | 26:09:45 |
2018 | GROTTS Howard | 25 years | 25:29:49 |
2017 | STIRNEMANN Matthias | 25 years | 26:35:06,5 |
2016 | PLATT Karl | 38 years | 28:13:28 |
2015 | SAUSER Christoph | 38 years | 31:00:57 |
2014 | MENNEN Robert | 28 years | 30:31:59 |
2013 | SAUSER Christoph | 36 years | 29:40:44 |
2012 | STANDER Burry | 0 years | 31:46:50 |
2011 | STANDER Burry | 0 years | 28:44:44 |
2010 | SAHM Stefan | 33 years | 29:47:46 |
WOMEN
Youngest winner: | STIGGER Laura | 21 years |
Winner more times: | LANGVAD Annika | 4 times |
Race record: | LANGVAD Annika | 29:57:06 |
LATEST WINNERS
2024 | KOLLER Nicole | 26 years | 30:56:22 |
2023 | LOOSER Vera | 0 years | 33:11:38 |
2022 | BATTEN Haley | 23 years | 33:41:11 |
2021 | STIGGER Laura | 21 years | 30:39:53 |
2019 | VAN DER BREGGEN Anna | 0 years | 31:26:41 |
2018 | COURTNEY Kate | 22 years | 29:57:06 |
2017 | STENERHAG Jennie | 0 years | 31:39:43,7 |
2016 | LÜTHI Ariane | 32 years | 33:30:48 |
2015 | LÜTHI Ariane | 31 years | 37:07:25 |
2013 | SPEEDY Yolande | 0 years | 38:58:51 |
2012 | BIGHAM Sally | 33 years | 38:34:11 |