Absa Cape Epic 2017
19 Mar 2017 -26 Mar 2017
RSA, Cape Town - Western Cape
SHC
The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was a significant event that took place in Cape Town, Western Cape from 19 Mar 2017 to 26 Mar 2017. This event is known as the "Tour de France" of mountain biking, attracting professional and amateur cyclists from all over the world. The race is a grueling eight-day adventure through the beautiful yet challenging terrains of the Western Cape.
The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was not just a race, but a test of endurance, strength, and determination. The participants had to navigate through rugged mountain ranges, deep valleys, and vast open plains. The race was divided into different stages, each presenting its own unique set of challenges. The event was a true testament to the spirit of adventure and the love for cycling.
The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was a spectacle to behold, with cyclists battling it out against the backdrop of the stunning Western Cape landscape. The event was not just about the race, but also about promoting the sport of mountain biking and showcasing the beauty of the Western Cape. The event was a huge success, drawing in a large crowd of spectators and generating significant media attention. The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was indeed a highlight in the world of mountain biking.
The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was not just a race, but a test of endurance, strength, and determination. The participants had to navigate through rugged mountain ranges, deep valleys, and vast open plains. The race was divided into different stages, each presenting its own unique set of challenges. The event was a true testament to the spirit of adventure and the love for cycling.
The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was a spectacle to behold, with cyclists battling it out against the backdrop of the stunning Western Cape landscape. The event was not just about the race, but also about promoting the sport of mountain biking and showcasing the beauty of the Western Cape. The event was a huge success, drawing in a large crowd of spectators and generating significant media attention. The Absa Cape Epic 2017 was indeed a highlight in the world of mountain biking.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
September 11, 2025 - 16:45
Local Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
18.1ºC 64.6ºf 
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- 18 km/h S
- Humidity: 73%
THIS EDITION
MEN
| Winner(s): |  SCHURTER Nino |
| STIRNEMANN Matthias |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 26:35:06,5 |
| Median age: | 32 |
| Riders: | 72 |
| DNF: | 0 |
WOMEN
| Winner(s): | SÜSS Esther |
 STENERHAG Jennie |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 31:39:43,7 |
| Median age: | 34 |
| Riders: | 32 |
| 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): | SCHURTER Nino |
| STIRNEMANN Matthias |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 26:35:06,5 |
| Median age: | 32 |
| Riders: | 72 |
| DNF: | 0 |
WOMEN
| Winner(s): | SÜSS Esther |
| STENERHAG Jennie |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 31:39:43,7 |
| Median age: | 34 |
| Riders: | 32 |
| DNF: | 0 |
ALL EDITIONS
MEN
| Youngest winner: |
STANDER Burry
|
23 years |
| Winner more times: |
SAUSER Christoph |
4 times |
| Race record: |
SCHURTER Nino |
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: |
 GOMEZ VILLAFANE Sofia |
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 |