Absa Cape Epic 2011
27 Mar 2011 -03 Apr 2011
ZA, Western Province
SHC
The Absa Cape Epic 2011 was a significant event in the world of mountain biking. It took place in the Western Province of South Africa from 27 Mar 2011 to 03 Apr 2011. This event is known for its challenging course and competitive field, attracting top athletes from around the world.
The Absa Cape Epic is not just a race, but a test of endurance, skill, and determination. Over the course of eight days in 2011, participants traversed approximately 707 kilometers and climbed over 14,550 meters. The Western Province's diverse terrain, from rugged mountains to sandy plains, provided a challenging and scenic backdrop for the race.
The 2011 edition of the Absa Cape Epic was particularly memorable. Despite the grueling conditions, the athletes showed incredible resilience and sportsmanship. The event not only showcased the physical prowess of the competitors but also the beauty and diversity of the Western Province. The Absa Cape Epic 2011 was indeed a testament to the spirit of adventure and the love for mountain biking.
The Absa Cape Epic is not just a race, but a test of endurance, skill, and determination. Over the course of eight days in 2011, participants traversed approximately 707 kilometers and climbed over 14,550 meters. The Western Province's diverse terrain, from rugged mountains to sandy plains, provided a challenging and scenic backdrop for the race.
The 2011 edition of the Absa Cape Epic was particularly memorable. Despite the grueling conditions, the athletes showed incredible resilience and sportsmanship. The event not only showcased the physical prowess of the competitors but also the beauty and diversity of the Western Province. The Absa Cape Epic 2011 was indeed a testament to the spirit of adventure and the love for mountain biking.
Colesberg, North-Western Province, South Africa
September 07, 2025 - 08:30
Local Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
14.7ºC 58.4ºf 
- 0 inches
- 15.5 km/h NE
- Humidity: 56%
THIS EDITION
MEN
| Winner(s): |  SAUSER Christoph |
 STANDER Burry |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 28:44:44 |
| Median age: | 31 |
| Riders: | 58 |
| DNF: | 0 |
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: |
LANGVAD Annika |
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
MEN
| Winner(s): | SAUSER Christoph |
| STANDER Burry |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 28:44:44 |
| Median age: | 31 |
| Riders: | 58 |
| DNF: | 0 |
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 |