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Thursday, February 19, 2015

The Off The Treble Hook Challenge

The Off The Treble Hook Challenge

With the Pennypinchers Adventure Racing Team  organising 3 events during the Plett Easter Games in 2015 it made perfect sense to have an  challenge for the best all rounder over the weekend.
Competitors who take part in
Event 1      The 17km Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie Trail Run  (03 April 2015)
Event 2    The Pennypinchers Nite MTB Relay (04 April 2015)
Event  3   The Pennypinchers Easter Surf Ski Challenge 20km Singles event (04 April 2015)

Will be eligible to be the Off The Treble Hook Challenge prize which will be sponsored by Off the Hook Restaurant as well as Robberg Sea Foods.

The prize and trophy will be awarded after the Single Surf Ski Race to the athlete who has completed all three events in the shortest amount of time.

Enter at entrytickets.co.za (enter all three events at a discounted rate)



Pennypinchers Easter Surf Ski Challenge

Pennypinchers Surf Ski Challenge
Singles

This year we will once again choose a route according to the ocean conditions. With options of a lap course including the New Mouth at Keurbooms or an open Ocean paddle around Robberg. There will also be, as well as a shorter 12km lap course for novices. The race will be moved to the Keurbooms River if the sea conditions do not allow for safe paddling. Categories include men, women,U18 boys and Girls .
Date: Sat. 4th April
Start Time: 08h30
Registration from 07h30
Venue: Central Beach
Long Course:
Distance: 18 – 20km
Entry Fee: R140.00 pp
Short Course:
Distance: 10km
Entry Fee: R60.00 pp
Prize Giving: 11h30
Total prize money is R14 000-00
Prizes  ( mens/ladies 1st R3000,2nd R1250,3rd R 1000 juniors Boys/girls 1st R1000,2nd R500 3rd R250)
Food and drinks on sale
Goody Bags for the first 50 online entrants
Please note that life jackets, leashes and cell phones are compulsory

Pennypinchers Surf Ski Challenge
Doubles

Enjoy the early evening on the water with this fun 12km course.  Categories include Men, Women and Mixed, with Mixed being the main category.
Date: Sat. 4 April
Start Time: 16h30
Registration: From 15h30
Venue: Central Beach
Distance: 12km (depending on prevailing conditions)
Entry Fee: R50.00 pp
Prize Giving: 18h30 (Total entry money  to be split between first three boats  50%,30%20%)
Loads of Lucky Draws
Please note that life jackets, leashes and cell phones are compulsory


For more information call James 082 925 7885 or e-mail jlettuce@lincx.co.za

All entries on line at entrytickets.co.za

Accommodation Special at Stanley Island Contact info@stanleyisland.com and quote Pennypinchers Adventure Special.

Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie MTB Nite Relay

Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie MTB Nite Relay

   2 people, 2 hours, no speed limits!  Riders will race around a 4 – 6km lap course in a 2 person relay team for a total of 2hrs. The team that completes the most laps wins!  Categories include Men, Women, Mixed and parent & child.  This event promises high energy and family fun in a safe and spectator friendly environment!  Food and drinks will be on sale.Route will be open from 16h30 to 17h30 for pre ride

 Date: Fri. 3rd April
Venue: Cairnbrogie farm
 Start Time: 18h30
Lap distance: 4– 6 km
Time limit: 2hrs
 Entry Fee: R175.00 per team/ R100.00 per individual
 Goody Bags for the first 50 online entrants
 Proceeds from the Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie MTB Nite relay will go to The Robberg Coastal Corridor Landowners Association
 
For information contact James: 082 925 7885/ jlettuce@lincx.co.za

             Please note: 
 No Helmet – No Ride!
 Red flashing tail light compulsory
White front light compulsory

                Entries on line at entrytickets.co.za
                Accommodation Special at Stanley Island Contact
          info@stanleyisland.com and quote    Pennypinchers Adventure Special.



The Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie Trail Run

The Pennypinchers Cairnbrogie Trail Run


 

Date: Fri. 3th April

Venue: Cairnbrogie Farm, Airport Road ,Plettenberg Bay

       Start Time: 08h30

Long  17-18km

   The tough one!  This years' long run will see some new additions along the coast and boasts a couple of good climbs.  The route offers breath taking views along a mixture of single track, jeep track and cow paths.

   Own hydration recommended 

   1st Prize R2000-00 (Men and Ladies)
   Entry Fee: R180.00 (late entry R200.00)
   Limited to 100 entries!


Short 12km (12yrs and older)

A good introduction to trail running, this short route will have some new single track with a couple of technical sections that make for a challenging route for your less serious runner.  Fantastic views make it all worthwhile and there will be a sweeper to ensure that everyone gets home safe and sound.

1st Prize R500-00 (Mens and Ladies )

Entry Fee: R90.00 (late entry R100.00)

 
Fun 5 km

Suited to fit 10 – 12 yr olds and ‘fun-runners’, the 5km run offers a fun off road (but not technical) run through the forest.  Please note that the route is not pram friendly.

Entry Fee: R30.00

 

Spur Kiddies Farmyard 1,5 km Adventure Trail

An easy self-guided walk for parents and kids along the dam, through the forest, past the calf pens and back to receive a Spur goody bag and a cup cake! 

 R20-00
 

All entries on line at entrytickets.co.za

Late entries on the day