Absa Cape Epic - XCMS 2024
17 Mar 2024 -24 Mar 2024
RSA, Cape Town - Western Cape
SHC
The Absa Cape Epic is a globally renowned mountain bike stage race held annually in the Western Cape, South Africa. The event is scheduled to take place from 17 Mar 2024 to 24 Mar 2024. This eight-day event is often referred to as the "Tour de France" of mountain biking and attracts professional and amateur cyclists from around the world.
The 2024 edition of the Absa Cape Epic will be held in Cape Town, a city known for its stunning landscapes and challenging terrains. The race will test the endurance, skill, and determination of the participants as they navigate through the rugged and beautiful landscapes of the Western Cape. The event is not just a race, but a life-changing adventure that leaves an indelible mark on those who dare to take on the challenge.
The XCMS 2024 Cape Town is a significant event in the mountain biking calendar. It is a chance for riders to showcase their skills and endurance on a global stage. The event is also a major boost for the local economy, attracting tourists and cycling enthusiasts from around the world. The Absa Cape Epic is more than just a race; it's a celebration of the spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and the sheer love for the sport of mountain biking.
The 2024 edition of the Absa Cape Epic will be held in Cape Town, a city known for its stunning landscapes and challenging terrains. The race will test the endurance, skill, and determination of the participants as they navigate through the rugged and beautiful landscapes of the Western Cape. The event is not just a race, but a life-changing adventure that leaves an indelible mark on those who dare to take on the challenge.
The XCMS 2024 Cape Town is a significant event in the mountain biking calendar. It is a chance for riders to showcase their skills and endurance on a global stage. The event is also a major boost for the local economy, attracting tourists and cycling enthusiasts from around the world. The Absa Cape Epic is more than just a race; it's a celebration of the spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and the sheer love for the sport of mountain biking.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
September 09, 2025 - 04:30
Local Time Zone: Africa/Johannesburg
13.2ºC 55.8ºf 
- 0 inches
- 4.7 km/h NNE
- Humidity: 94%
THIS EDITION
MEN
| Winner(s): | BEERS Matthew |
 GROTTS Howard |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 25:22:17 |
| Median age: | 30 |
| Riders: | 107 |
| DNF: | 24 |
WOMEN
| Winner(s): |  TERPSTRA Anne |
 KOLLER Nicole |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 30:56:22 |
| Median age: | 33 |
| Riders: | 38 |
| DNF: | 4 |
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
MEN
| Winner(s): | BEERS Matthew |
| GROTTS Howard |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 25:22:17 |
| Median age: | 30 |
| Riders: | 107 |
| DNF: | 24 |
WOMEN
| Winner(s): | TERPSTRA Anne |
| KOLLER Nicole |
|
| Winner(s) time: | 30:56:22 |
| Median age: | 33 |
| Riders: | 38 |
| DNF: | 4 |
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 |