GREAT BRAK RIVER NEWS - The 17th Grootbrak Grabadoo, taking place on Tuesday 31 December, will draw over 1 300 cyclists, runners and walkers, 64% of whom come from outside the Western Cape.
It is estimated that this event will add over R100 000 to the economy of Great Brak River.
The event offers sponsorship partners an ideal opportunity to reach an affluent target market while raising much-needed funds for local beneficiaries. "Mossel Bay Tourism is very appreciative of private initiatives and events that draw feet and tourism income into an area," says Aneli Gerber, the chief operations officer.
"Events like the Grootbrak Grabadoo showcase a town and its treasures. A value cannot be placed on the word-of-mouth marketing generated during such an event. Return on investments like this comes in many forms and Mossel Bay Tourism is dedicated to the ongoing development of our rural municipal areas."
The Grootbrak Grabadoo is one of the biggest cycling events in the area and the perfect way to say goodbye to the old year.
Last year a record number of just over 1 300 participants took part. "Most of the participants are visitors to the Garden Route," said Mimi Finestone of Interface by Goji, who started the event 17 years ago with a friend.
Vodacom is again the premier partner for this year's event, with supporting partners Thinus Nel Motors, De Dekke Spar, De Kaap Estates, Mossel Bay Tourism and Coimbra Cycle house.
Frontier Medix's team will be in attendance throughout the race. "We will have a fully equipped medical tent at the start / finish on the sports grounds in the village, with stretchers, equipment and resuscitation services ready," said founder Jacques Lourens.
Mayflower Cricket Club and Caws 4 Paws will once again be the main beneficiaries. Members of the Mayflower Cricket Club also contribute their energy and time to the event. The club regards itself as a critical enabler to further the game and to promote development of cricket at grassroots level.
In addition, the club endeavours to promote social cohesion within the communities, ensuring a positive community spirit.
Details and entry
Runners, walkers, families and even pets can participate in the most beautiful walk in the Garden Route around the Great Brak River on a 4,8km route. Mountain bikers can choose from four exciting routes which include some wonderful twists and turns in the forest - 15km, 36km, 53km, and 71km.
The cycling starts at 07:00, with the different distances starting at three-minute intervals, and the fun walk / run starts at 07:15.
Online entries have already opened. Enter online before or on 30 December here.
Pre-entries can be done at the Great Brak Sport Grounds, 67 Lang Street, Great Brak River from 08:00 to 17:00 on Monday 30 December.
Late entries can be done at the starting point at Great Brak Sport Grounds from 06:00 to 06:45 on 31 December before the first race commences at 07:00.
Entry forms are available at Vodacom offices in the Garden Route, Klein Karoo and Port Elizabeth; pre-entries can be done from 1 December at Mossel Bay Tourism, De Kaap Estates in Great Brak or Coimbra Cycle House in George.
For more information, please contact Mimi Finestone of Interface by Goji 084 583 3144 / mimi@gojipr.net, Alewijn Dippenaar 082 457 5675, or visit the Grootbrak Grabadoo Facebook page.
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