The event, which is aimed at raising funds for South African’s suffering with genetic retinal conditions, saw almost 5,000 cyclists participating in the cycle race.
The event has sponsors all round assisting with the cycle challenge and had 34 physios to assist where needed.
Local cycling club the Springs Wheelers were also in attendance at the event, mostly as part of the organising committee, but a few cyclists competed in the race.
So far the proceeds of the annual race has raised over R5-million towards finding treatment for retinal blindness.
The race, which started and ended at the Boksburg City Stadium, kicked off with the first batch of cyclists entering the fray at 6.15am.
Due to the searing heat, race organisers were forced to bring the cut-off time forward by one hour.
Rudy Bosch, chairman of the Springs Wheelers, is pleased with how the event went and says, “Aside from a few mishaps, the day was a complete success and for that we are grateful.”
The event, which carries with it the prestigious Ernest Hunt trophy, was won by Reynard Butler of Team Telkom in a time of 2:53:55.
In second place was Cape Town cycle tour champion Nolan Hoffman and third place winner was last year’s Ride for Sight winner Tyler Day.
The annual race, which starts off with a quick downhill, also combines fast and flat sections as well as a demanding hills.
The Springs Wheelers team is pleased with the numbers that joined and the success of the day, says Rudy.
