Entries for the much sought-after Nedbank Desert Dash four-person team category open today for those brave enough to take on the hostile Namib Desert this year.
The Dash starts in Windhoek on 9 December and concludes at Swakopmund the following day.
In the past, the Nedbank Desert Dash entries for the four-person team category sold out in minutes, making it the most in-demand category in the longest single stage cycling race in the world.
The Nedbank Desert Dash covers 397 kilometres and takes place annually in the stunning landscapes of the world’s oldest desert. It brings together cycling enthusiasts from all over the world to experience the natural beauty and once-in-a-lifetime challenge of cycling across the Namib Desert terrain.
Last year, the team of Christo Swartz, Carel Pieter van Wyk, Andre Vermeulen and Ingram Cuff won the four-man team category for the second year in a row.
The race saw 1 100 cyclists register in three categories, with 107 participants registering for the four-person team.
Preparations for this year’s event are underway, with some exciting developments, including the addition of an e-bike category. This new category will only apply to four-person teams. If teams select to register for the e-bike category, all team members will be required to cycle the race on an e-bike. Only 15 e-bike slots will be available, and cyclists will have to familiarise themselves with the e-bike rules upon entering the race.
As the proud sponsor of this event, Nedbank Namibia invites all passionate cyclists to participate in this exhilarating competition. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes, this event promises to be a thrilling and memorable adventure for all participants.
Nedbank Namibia communications and public relations manager Selma Kaulinge said the bank is proud to host this iconic event, which has for 19 years garnered immense popularity within the cycling fraternity.
“It is exciting being part of the team responsible for the preparations of this world renowned cycling event. Just like the event itself, each entry represents a remarkable journey of dedication, perseverance, and personal triumphs. We are proud to be part of this noteworthy legacy and we will continue working towards making the Nedbank Desert Dash one of the biggest cycling events on the continent,” Kaulinge said.
The 24-hour race will kick off at Grove Mall in Windhoek on Friday, 8 December, and is scheduled to end at Swakopmund at Platz Am Meer Mall on Saturday, 9 December.
To register for the Nedbank Namibia four-team cycling competition and for any other information, interested participants can visit the official event website www.desertdashnamibia.com
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