Absa Cape Epic 2009
21 Mar 2009 -28 Mar 2009
ZA, Cape Town - Lourensford
SHC
The Absa Cape Epic 2009 was a thrilling mountain bike stage race that took place from 21 Mar 2009 to 28 Mar 2009. The race started in Cape Town and ended at Lourensford, covering a challenging and scenic route. This event was a part of the annual Absa Cape Epic series, which is known for its grueling courses and competitive participants.
The 2009 edition of the Absa Cape Epic was particularly memorable due to the challenging weather conditions. Riders had to navigate through rain-soaked trails and muddy terrains, testing their endurance and biking skills to the limit. Despite these challenges, the participants showed great determination and sportsmanship, making the event a huge success.
The Absa Cape Epic 2009 was not just a race, but a celebration of the spirit of mountain biking. The event brought together professional and amateur riders from around the world, creating a vibrant and exciting atmosphere. The race concluded at Lourensford, with participants and spectators alike celebrating the achievements of the riders. The Absa Cape Epic 2009 was indeed a testament to the resilience and passion of the mountain biking community.
The 2009 edition of the Absa Cape Epic was particularly memorable due to the challenging weather conditions. Riders had to navigate through rain-soaked trails and muddy terrains, testing their endurance and biking skills to the limit. Despite these challenges, the participants showed great determination and sportsmanship, making the event a huge success.
The Absa Cape Epic 2009 was not just a race, but a celebration of the spirit of mountain biking. The event brought together professional and amateur riders from around the world, creating a vibrant and exciting atmosphere. The race concluded at Lourensford, with participants and spectators alike celebrating the achievements of the riders. The Absa Cape Epic 2009 was indeed a testament to the resilience and passion of the mountain biking community.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
September 09, 2025 - 22:00
Local Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
15.4ºC 59.7ºf 
- 0 inches
- 3.6 km/h NW
- Humidity: 94%
THIS EDITION
No results yet
ALL EDITIONS
MEN
| Youngest winner: |
 STANDER Burry
|
23 years |
| Winner more times: |
 SAUSER Christoph |
4 times |
| Race record: |
BEERS Matthew |
25:17:29 |
LATEST WINNERS
| 2021 |  SARROU Jordan |
28 years | 25:17:29 |
| 2019 | FORSTER Lars |
25 years | 26:09:45 |
| 2018 |  GROTTS Howard |
25 years | 25:29:49 |
| 2017 | STIRNEMANN Matthias |
25 years | 26:35:06,5 |
| 2016 |  PLATT Karl |
38 years | 28:13:28 |
| 2015 | SAUSER Christoph |
38 years | 31:00:57 |
| 2014 | MENNEN Robert |
28 years | 30:31:59 |
| 2013 | SAUSER Christoph |
36 years | 29:40:44 |
| 2012 | STANDER Burry |
24 years | 31:46:50 |
| 2011 | STANDER Burry |
23 years | 28:44:44 |
| 2010 | SAHM Stefan |
33 years | 29:47:46 |
WOMEN
| Youngest winner: |
 STIGGER Laura
|
21 years |
| Winner more times: |
 LANGVAD Annika |
4 times |
| Race record: |
COURTNEY Kate |
29:57:06 |
LATEST WINNERS
| 2021 | STIGGER Laura |
21 years | 30:39:53 |
| 2019 | VAN DER BREGGEN Anna | 0 years | 31:26:41 |
| 2018 | COURTNEY Kate |
22 years | 29:57:06 |
| 2017 |  STENERHAG Jennie |
0 years | 31:39:43,7 |
| 2016 | LÜTHI Ariane |
32 years | 33:30:48 |
| 2015 | LÜTHI Ariane |
31 years | 37:07:25 |
| 2013 | SPEEDY Yolande |
36 years | 38:58:51 |
| 2012 |  BIGHAM Sally |
33 years | 38:34:11 |
RACES
THIS EDITION
No results yet
ALL EDITIONS
MEN
| Youngest winner: |
STANDER Burry
|
23 years |
| Winner more times: |
SAUSER Christoph |
4 times |
| Race record: |
COLOMBO Filippo |
23:12:39 |
LATEST WINNERS
| 2025 | SCHURTER Nino |
38 years | 23:12:39 |
| 2024 | GROTTS Howard |
31 years | 25:22:17 |
| 2023 | BLEVINS Christopher |
25 years | 26:17:04 |
| 2022 | BAUM Lukas |
27 years | 27:44:06 |
| 2021 | SARROU Jordan |
28 years | 25:17:29 |
| 2019 | FORSTER Lars |
25 years | 26:09:45 |
| 2018 | GROTTS Howard |
25 years | 25:29:49 |
| 2017 | STIRNEMANN Matthias |
25 years | 26:35:06,5 |
| 2016 | PLATT Karl |
38 years | 28:13:28 |
| 2015 | SAUSER Christoph |
38 years | 31:00:57 |
| 2014 | MENNEN Robert |
28 years | 30:31:59 |
| 2013 | SAUSER Christoph |
36 years | 29:40:44 |
| 2012 | STANDER Burry |
24 years | 31:46:50 |
| 2011 | STANDER Burry |
23 years | 28:44:44 |
| 2010 | SAHM Stefan |
33 years | 29:47:46 |
WOMEN
| Youngest winner: |
STIGGER Laura
|
21 years |
| Winner more times: |
LANGVAD Annika |
5 times |
| Race record: |
LANGVAD Annika |
29:03:10 |
LATEST WINNERS
| 2025 |  GOMEZ VILLAFANE Sofia |
30 years | 29:03:10 |
| 2024 | KOLLER Nicole |
26 years | 30:56:22 |
| 2023 |  LOOSER Vera |
29 years | 33:11:38 |
| 2022 | BATTEN Haley |
23 years | 33:41:11 |
| 2021 | STIGGER Laura |
21 years | 30:39:53 |
| 2019 | VAN DER BREGGEN Anna | 0 years | 31:26:41 |
| 2018 | COURTNEY Kate |
22 years | 29:57:06 |
| 2017 | STENERHAG Jennie |
0 years | 31:39:43,7 |
| 2016 | LÜTHI Ariane |
32 years | 33:30:48 |
| 2015 | LÜTHI Ariane |
31 years | 37:07:25 |
| 2013 | SPEEDY Yolande |
36 years | 38:58:51 |
| 2012 | BIGHAM Sally |
33 years | 38:34:11 |