Nico Explains why he thinks this is the perfect Tour.

A challenge

With the exception of the first day, the average daily distance nears 130km. This calls for just enough effort to have some bragging rights after the event. The longer you go, the stronger you get.

Time to relax

Once you’re done cycling, you can choose how you spend the rest of it. In 2015 I took my laptop and did some work in the afternoons. In 2016 I ditched the laptop and soaked up the Boland experience. Best decision ever.

Training

The longer stages are an excellent way to build on your base training. In 2015 we had some Epic riders who swapped their MTB’s for 700c’s – to break the routine and get in some road miles. Don’t worry, they didn’t kill anyone in the process. Or, if you’re like me, it might be some of the few opportunities you get to cycle uninterrupted for a whole week.

Perfect timing

The Tour is during the week prior to the Cycle Tour. Which is great for two reasons. After a week of Touring, you’ll arrive at the start line in peak condition. And we know that flights are a nightmare that week, so skip the madness and come down a week earlier. And while the others are stuck at the airport, you’re already sipping wine in the vineyards with some miles in your legs. Brilliant.

Great scenery

We take the roads less traveled. Safe and scenic and lovely to pass through quaint little towns. The people are sincere and the heart-warming hospitality will leave you wanting to come back every year. Refreshing.

Exclusivity

MTB stage races are a dime a dozen. But there are very few road stage events open to everyone. So come and ride through the Boland and a safe environment. And on 23c wheels it goes quickly.

Brilliant value

Each rider decides how lavish or basic he wants to tour. The entry fee is not loaded with unnecessary or unwanted extras. Freedom of choice.

Life if short. What are you waiting for? Tour de Boland // Tour de Vine // Weskustoer.