GABRAN Cow goes the extra mile
The race is open to any cycling enthusiast looking to enjoy the leisurely 283km ride from the foothills of the Drakensberg to the outskirts of Durban.
AS entries 2017 GABRAN (Great Annual Bike Ride Across Natal) start to arrive at The Cows HQ paddock, some of the stalwarts of the sport-mad charity fund raisers have gone the extra mile to raise money for the Childhood Cancer Foundation (CHOC).
Durban-based Wayne Campbell, a member of the Kings Park Cycling Club, is a GABRAN veteran, and committed to helping contribute to the global goal of The Cows to raise R10 million in 2017 to commemorate the tenth year of their existence.
“I have done most of the GABRANs over the last five or six years, but this year unfortunately I will be missing it because I will be away overseas,” said Campbell.
“The GABRAN is such a special event, and I would definitely have done it again if I had been around. First of all, it is a ride and not a race. It is social in nature and a lot of fun. It is also a successful fundraiser, and getting involved with like-minded people to raise money for CHOC, while riding through these beautiful places is really special,” he added.
The race is open to any cycling enthusiast looking to enjoy the leisurely 283km ride from the foothills of the Drakensberg to the outskirts of Durban. Minors who are 14 years or older are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
While road bikes are the popular choice, many opt for tandems or mountain bikes, and the odd unicycle or mini cycle has also completed the fun event.
The first stage is a 100km ride from ATKV in Drakensville, followed by an 87km second stage to Howick, and finishes with a 94km closing stage to Hillcrest.
The event takes place from 18 to 20 August. More information can be found at www.gabran.co.za
