XTERRA Buffelspoort
Stoltz and Van Huyssteen secure another XTERRA Buffelspoort victory
Press Release / 30.01.2012
Reigning individual men’s and women’s champions, Conrad Stoltz and Carla Van Huyssteen expected nothing less than a battle when they returned to Buffelspoort Dam on Saturday, 28 January 2012 to defend their titles at the gruelling TOTALSPORTS XTERRA Buffelspoort Full presented by REHIDRAT® SPORT.
Although competition was tough, both Stoltz and Van Huyssteen proved to be unstoppable on the day, railroading to victory in a finishing time of 02hours20minutes08seconds and 02hours52minutes55seconds respectively.
According to Stoltz, the 2012 XTERRA Buffelspoort was a fun season opener. “The event was really scenic with a great atmosphere. I had a good swim and made my attack on the mountain bike discipline. I really enjoyed this leg as it featured a bit of everything. The run was tough with some big hills, this combined with the heat and humidity on the day made it quite a challenge.
I take my hat off to all XTERRA warriors that raced longer than three hours. It’s a long day out there. I am really happy to start the season off on a good foot and am looking forward to XTERRA Grabouw. I am thankful to my wife, Liezel as she helps and supports me on every level. I’m usually late for my races, but this morning I was on time. I could relax and take it easy before the start all thanks to her. Married life really is better than anything I thought possible,” says Stoltz.
Dan Hugo came in second, while Stuart Marais finished third.
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