Cyclists arrive at Cape Epic from around the globe

The ninth edition of the Absa Cape Epic is drawing riders from all corners of the globe onto South African soil to compete in the SHC-categorized mountain bike stage race. The race, which takes place from March 25 to April 1, will kick off with its prologue at Meerendal Wine Estate in Durbanville and will finish eight days, 781km and 16300m of climbing later at the traditional Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West. The race welcomes riders of 40 different nationalities to the start line.