Amashova opts for virtual race due to Covid-19 pandemic

THE Amashova cycling race, which is South Africa’s oldest road classic, has opted for the virtual option this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Instead of postponing or cancelling the Durban-based event, organisers have decided to allow anyone from anywhere in the world to keep the Amashova spirit alive on October 18.

Entrants can simply put on their race number (which will be emailed to them) and take to the great outdoors, solo or in a group, as they tackle a 35km, 50km, 65km and 80km road or mountain bike distance.

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Organisers have also introduced a 5km and 10km charity fun run of which a portion of the entry fee will be donated to the chosen charity of the event – the Flag Animal Farm.

The beneficiary, which is located on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast, each year receives the hay bales which are used on the race route to use as bedding.

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Cyclists have the option to start anytime and on any route on the Sunday.

If they link their Strava and give timing company Racetec permission, then they will receive their results and will be able to download an official finishing certificate.

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