2009 Absa Cape Epic

By David Arthur

Taking place between 20/28 March 2009, the Absa Cape Epic is one of the world's toughest bike challenges, a torturous 966km route over nine days across the inhospitable landscape of South Africa's Western Cape.

You may think us a bit premature or eager mentioning the event now, but as the online lottery for entries closes on Monday 30 June, anyone toying with the idea of doing this event should act fast to avoid disappointment.

All lottery applicants will be notified of the results via e-mail by the 15 of July or you can check the results at www.cape-epic.com after the closing date.

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Mr.Wilson

Posted: 26/06/08 20:35:50 50

I've got my entry in for the lottery. Would anyone else be interested in taking part?

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