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Shop the First Ascent Alpha Cargo Bibs and get a free 80L Yak Sac Duffel worth R1,699! 🎁

Carry everything you need on and off the bike this season with First Ascent.

Exclusive to Cycle Lab stores. Offer ends 19 October 2026. ⏳ by @firstascentcycling

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18 days ago

Putting the @firstascentsa Alpha Bib + 37.5 Performance Baselayer through their paces before Nannup. 🇿🇦🇦🇺

The verdict? Happy bum. Less sweat. Zero complaints.😅

That’s about as technical as my review needs to be.

Nannup, we’re coming. 🦘

#cyclingkit #firstacent #alphabib #37.5baselayer #gravelworlds taken in Cape Town, Western Cape by @firstascentcycling

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20 days ago

The ENTRIES ARE OPEN for the 2027 #GlacierWaterbergTraverse which will be taking place from 7 to 9 May 2027.

The #GlacierWaterbergTraverse is truly special in every way. From the laid-back vibe to the smiling faces rolling or racing towards the finish line, the atmosphere - just exceptional.

If you've missed the previous editions or looking to explore the Summerplace Game Reserve trails again, the opportunity is here!
Enter here: https://www.waterbergtraversemtb.co.za by @firstascentcycling

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3 months ago

Let’s get on board with @johan_van_zyl_ on a lap preview by @firstascentcycling

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3 months ago

A weekend of grit, determination, and never backing down at the Sani2c.

The racing started fast from the opening prologue, with the ladies throwing themselves straight into the fight and securing 3rd place before backing it up with an incredible 2nd place on Stage 1 after an all-out sprint finish.

Stages 2 and 3 didn’t quite go to plan as the girls missed the decisive move and lost touch with the front battle, ultimately finishing 4th Overall on GC against an incredibly strong field.

But what stood out most this week was the fight. No matter the situation, the girls kept pushing, kept believing, and never stopped racing with heart.

Proud of the way the team represented our sponsors, our values, and each other throughout an intense few days of racing. The journey continues. taken in Sani 2 C by @firstascentcycling

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5 months ago

What a week of racing at @_sani2c

After four days of intense battles, changing race dynamics, and full-gas racing from start to finish, @arno_dutoit & @wesselmtb rode to an incredible 2nd Overall against a stacked field.

@johan_van_zyl_ & @keagan_bontekoning were right in the fight all week as well, showing incredible speed and consistency with two stage poduims, unfortunately dropping back to 4th Overall after a puncture on the final day while battling at the front. That’s racing.

Proud of the way the boys raced this week, committed, aggressive, and always willing to animate the race.

Massive thank you to our incredible sponsors, support crew, and everyone backing us along the way.

Onto the next 👊🏼

📸 : @raycoxphoto , @charl_kemp & @_sani2c taken in Sani 2 C by @firstascentcycling

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5 months ago

Off to a great start 🔥 @keagan_bontekoning & @johan_van_zyl_ killing it with a second-place finish on the stage today 👊🏼 @arno_dutoit & @wesselmtb just behind in 4th. Still lots of racing left & looking forward to 3 more days of racing

📸 : @charl_kemp 🫶🏻 taken in Sani 2 C by @firstascentcycling

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5 months ago

The @gardenroutegiro delivered a week of unforgettable racing defined by aggressive climbing, tactical battles and standout performances across all six stages.

From King of the Mountains battles to sprint contests and decisive attacks, the event proved a true test of endurance, climbing strength, and race craft in a memorable first edition. 🚴‍♂️💯 taken in Garden Route by @firstascentcycling

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6 months ago

Daredevils @vera_looser and @wesselmtb smashed the downhill Strava QOM and KOM during Stage 4 of the Garden Route Giro. Check how crazy fast they, as well as @lisabone_, @manuelpliem, @marielletrouwborst, and @keagan_bontekoning, were!

#GardenRouteGiro #ProperGravel #Strava by @firstascentcycling

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6 months ago

Gravel seems to be growing on @vera_looser 💜

#GardenRouteGiro #propergravel taken in De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa by @firstascentcycling

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6 months ago

@cronje_beukes rolled the dice and came out trumps on Stage 4 of the #GardenRouteGiro

#propergravel taken in De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa by @firstascentcycling

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6 months ago

Mid week check-in 🔍

Scenes from the Garden Route Giro, the newest addition to the Dryland calendar. taken in Garden ROUTE by @firstascentcycling

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6 months ago