Missing out on the Bell Buoy Challenge in April due to visa problems hasn't deterred two swimming stars from India who arrived in Nelson Mandela Bay this week determined to become the first sisters to complete this epic swim. The sisters, Rashmi (23 yrs) and Richa (19 yrs) Sharma, from Kolkata are accomplished open water swimmers who were the first sisters to swim the Straight of Gibraltar. Rashmi not only holds the record for the fastest crossing of the English Channel by an Indian swimmer but … [Read more...] about Indian Swimming Stars to Tackle Bell Buoy Challenge on Wednesday
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Tim Ellerbeck the Urban Run Champion
Port Elizabeth athlete, Tim Ellerbeck, became Nelson Mandela Bay's first Urbanathlete on Sunday morning when he blitzed the 12km Herald Nelson Mandela Bay Urban Run in a time of 57min 51sec. Over 350 participants were treated to a spectacular route around the CBD including the newly launched Route 67. At least 15 urban obstacles added to the challenge including an electric fence obstacle in Trinder Square and running through a train at the PE Station. Ellerbeck was followed home by Paul Blake … [Read more...] about Tim Ellerbeck the Urban Run Champion
Spectator Points for Port Elizabeth’s First Urban Run
The start and finish point for Sunday's Urban run is the Donkin Reserve. The 8:00 am start will follow Prince Alfred's Guard raising of the flag and the firing of a Canon. Obstacle and viewing points: Corner of Victoria and Chapel Streets - Mawethu Civils 'Pipe Dream' Chapel Lane Stairs - The Matrix Govan Mbeki Avenue (opposite the old Edgars) - Randcivils 'traffic barriers' Jetty Street Stairs Strand Street Bus Terminus - Tyre Obstacle City Hall St Augustine's Cathedral - … [Read more...] about Spectator Points for Port Elizabeth’s First Urban Run
U14 Port Elizabeth Surfer wins Billabong Pro Junior
Port Elizabeth's young grade 8 Grey High School scholar, Matt McGillivray, won last week's Billabong Pro Junior u14 Championships in large surf at Vic Bay in the Southern Cape. McGillivray enjoyed a solid performance in the final round, outscoring Strand's Steffen Burrows and Cape Town's Jordy Maree. Showing that South Africa junior surfing has some exciting future talents, the finalists showed maturity and courage as they mastered the heavy seas in seach of the perfect wave. McGillivray is one … [Read more...] about U14 Port Elizabeth Surfer wins Billabong Pro Junior
Challenges Galore on Urban Run Through the City
What is believed to be only South Africa's 2nd urban run, the inaugral Herald Nelson Mandela Bay Urban Run on the 25th September is creating quite a stir around town and should see hundreds of participants trudging the streets of the CDB as they negotiate urban obstacles in what promises to be one of the most exciting foot races the city has ever seen. Covering a distance of 12km through some of the cities most historic parts, the Urban Run includes challenges such as the Mawethu Civils "pipe … [Read more...] about Challenges Galore on Urban Run Through the City
People Do This for Fun: Running Around the Stadium at Night
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Night Relay around the North End Lake Stadium precinct is proving a huge success with over 85 teams already entered for Wednesday nights second staging. The relay which is open to both running and walking teams sees each team member completing one 4km lap around the North End Lake and Stadium from 6pm on Wednesday. Backed by the Mandela Bay Development Agency, Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism and presented by Kingfisher FM, the Business Night Relay is drawing … [Read more...] about People Do This for Fun: Running Around the Stadium at Night
Stadium Road Closures for Business Night Relay
The inaugural Nelson Mandela Bay Business Night Relay kicks off on Wednesday evening with the first of 3 events which are scheduled for the last Wednesday of July, August and September. Backed by the Mandela Bay Development Agency and presented by Kingfisher FM, the business relay event starts at 6pm from the EP Powerboat Club on North End Lake with teams of 5 runners or 3 walkers each tackling the 4km lap around the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium precinct. Pre-entries for the Business Night … [Read more...] about Stadium Road Closures for Business Night Relay
Business Night Relay – Corporate Fun, Team Building and Fitness
An exciting new addition to the Nelson Mandela Bay sports calendar hits the streets later this month with the introduction of the Business Night Relay by leading sports events organisers, Zports. Intended to draw positive attention to the North End Lake and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium precinct, the Business Night Relay will take place on the last Wednesday evening of July, August and September and is open to teams of 5 runners or 3 walkers. Backed by the Mandela Bay Development Agency and … [Read more...] about Business Night Relay – Corporate Fun, Team Building and Fitness
If the Water is too Cold you may Run
Africa's water sport capital, Nelson Mandela Bay, kicks into action again this weekend with the first of 3 race days in the Winter Ocean Racing Series taking place at Hobie Beach on Sunday morning. The Ocean Racing Series, which attracts extensive media coverage for the cities claim of being the water sport capital, offers its followers the opportunity to showcase the Metro as an ideal water sport playground, no matter what the season. The three part winter Series sees 4 events taking place … [Read more...] about If the Water is too Cold you may Run
Kenton Goes Extreme
The Sunday 28 May KentonXtreme event was a huge success, held in near perfect weather at Kenton-on-Sea over the weekend. Port Elizabeth's Craig Tunstead won the very extreme 53km Mountain Bike route in a time of 2hrs 57min 09sec from fellow Port Elizabethean Daniel Howitz (2:57:14) with Addo's Louis De Villiers (3:02:48) placing 3rd. Jeffreys Bay's Heidi Koen proved too tough on the day winning the ladies race in 3hrs 24min from Esthea De villiers and Carol Bernard. Following the recent heavy … [Read more...] about Kenton Goes Extreme
KentonXtreme Eco Challenge
Local Mountain bike enthusiasts from around the province are preparing themselves for a tougher and more exciting KentonXtreme Eco Challenge this year. Taking place at Kenton-on-Sea over the last weekend of May, the Build-it Hi Tec Security Coastal 53km MTB race promises to deliver the goods with a very exciting course covering the Eco Estate, a breathtaking section along the beach and spectacular surrounding dairy and cattle farmlands between Kasouga and Kariega river. Defending champion, … [Read more...] about KentonXtreme Eco Challenge
Woody Cape MTB Challenge in Cold and Wet Conditions
The Woody Cape's inaugural Mountain Bike Challenge on Saturday 7 May saw just under 100 participants taking part and enjoying the new course in cold and wet conditions. As a result of overnight rains, organisers shortened the long course Mountain Bike course to 45km which saw Christiaan Steffens and his father Ferdi dominating the race from the start. A tough and technical course greeted the cyclists as soon as they left Alexandria and headed through the Dairy farmlands before heading into the … [Read more...] about Woody Cape MTB Challenge in Cold and Wet Conditions
Woody Cape Mountain Bike Challenge
The inaugural Woody Cape Mountain Bike Challenge on 7 May 2011 promises to be a memorable experience for local Mountain Bike enthusiasts. The event offers a challenging 63km ride which will take riders through pristine dairy farm land, up into the picturesque Woody Cape forest and through the Intsomi Forest Lodge which is situated in the untouched Alexandria Forest. Breathtaking views will be experienced over a land unique in natural diversity and unspoilt beauty before riders descend … [Read more...] about Woody Cape Mountain Bike Challenge
Algoa Bay Week and J27 Nationals
The annual Algoa Bay Yachting Week starts on Wednesday 27 April and runs through to Sunday 1 May. This year the ABYC Week incorporates the Stadt 23 and J27 South African National Championships and promises to offer an awesome spectacle in Algoa Bay as the yachts sail close inshore during the races. This years event includes several classes of racing, including the 505's, J27's and the Keelers. Sailors from around the country will take part in this legendary sailing event with all yachts … [Read more...] about Algoa Bay Week and J27 Nationals
Guess Who’s 21 This Weekend?
From its first tottering steps as part of a small local festival, the Nelson Mandela Bay Splash Festival has matured into a multi-faceted showcase of local, national and international entertainment acts and sporting events. The 21st edition will take place at Hobie Beach in Port Elizabeth this Easter weekend and visitors can look forward to an action-packed programme, which includes food and craft stalls. "This is the coming of age party for the Nelson Mandela Bay Splash Festival," said … [Read more...] about Guess Who’s 21 This Weekend?
