To conclude the year, the 15th edition of the Grootbrak Grabadoo mountain-bike race in George took place at the Great Brak River on December 30.
The race saw a total 1025 riders take to the trails to steer off 2017.
Participants from all corners of South Africa took part, as well as an assortment from Dover, England, and Namibia.
Riders could choose between four distances, namely: 15km, 36km, 53km and the main 71km route. Due to the high number of riders and the nature of the race, times were not taken and positions not recorded.
View below pictures of how 2017 was closed off at the Grootbrak Grabadoo. Photos courtesy of Tersia Marais.
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- Riders lining up at the start. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- A family outing – riders of all ages took part. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- Riders big and small in action. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- Riders readying themselves at the race village. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- Riders scattering about and getting the feel of the race. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- Two-in-one rider package in action during the race! Photo: Tersia Marais
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- More serious riders jetting off during the race. Photo: Tersia Marais
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- Riders full of smiles posing for a photo at the event. Photo: Tersia Marais
