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The bumpy and rocky Mokolodi terrain route includes distances of 55km and 36km and fun run routes of 20km and 5km. The event is organised by Gaborone Cycling Club (GCC) and will attract juniors, masters and veterans to battle it out for the P1, 500 prize money. Briefing the press yesterday, the race director, Kfir Teichman said the event is the most exciting and the most attended mountain bike event in Botswana. The race is challenging because of the steep hills in Mokolodi and the tough terrains.

“The competition is tough, technical and rough,” he said. “It will be an off-road struggle for the riders.” Teichman said cycling was the most growing sport in the world. Therefore, the organisers are expecting more riders this year.