Schoeman Clinches Joburg’s Safest Win
Not a vehicle in sight: And for that reason, 25 000 cyclists enjoyed the 11th edition of the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Cycle Challenge which took place on Sunday, where more than 300 Metro Police officers and 660 marshals secure the culmination of a four-day cycling festival which started with the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 […]
Much More than just a Cycle Challenge
2006 Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 winner Yolandi du Toit created a sensation when she broke away and held onto her lead with more than 50km to go, and hopes to repeat her win in Sunday’s event. From its very recent beginnings in 1997 when 4 000 cyclists decided to take on the challenge of ‘Joburg’s […]
New Finish Test for Sprinters
For the first time since its inception the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Cycle Challenge presents an opportunity for the elite pelaton to make a concerted dash for the title on Sunday, with a new finish at Waterfall Equestrian Estate which includes a specially constructed tarred road to lead cyclists into the venue is very likely […]
Yolandi Goes for Repeat Win
Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Defending Champion Yolandi du Toit is keen to beat her competitors in the upcoming race, and says she is keen to sign with a team which will allow her to train for the Olympics and World Champs in Europe. Beauty and aggression is a dangerous combination on a bicycle, and Pick […]
94.7 Route Changes Necessary
Due to extensive roadworks taking place on Boundary Road in Honeydew, and to ensure the safety of participating cyclists, organisers of the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Cycle Challenge have been forced to implement a Route Detour 2.81 Mb at late notice.
Go! Go! Go! for Du Toit’s Win
Yolandi du Toit made it two out of two for Team Konica Minolta when she rode to a solo victory with a margin of more than 5 minutes and 30 seconds between her and second-placed Marissa van der Merwe, in the tenth anniversary edition of the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Cycle Challenge after staying away […]
Elsa Beats Cancer to Cycle On
Elsa Karsten was diagnosed with breast cancer in May last year, and stunned the sporting world when she lined up for the Pick ‘n Pay 94.7 Cycle Challenge only six months later.