Horner excited to finally compete at XTERRA Knysna

Press Release / 22.06.2010

According to Horner he has wanted to race XTERRA Knysna since his introduction into the sport of XTERRA four years ago. “So far all my attempts to race XTERRA Knysna have been foiled by some or other obstacle. The one year I crashed during training and cracked my ribs, the following year I was on a Europe Tour and last year I’d just gotten married. I am really excited to finally be able to race my first XTERRA Knysna. Over the past few months I’ve focussed more on my mountain biking and running. As a result I’ve become relatively strong in these two disciplines. The fact that XTERRA Knysna takes the form of a duathlon (run/bike/run) apposed to the standard triathlon (swim/bike/run) will definitely add a new dimension to the race as competitors that are not swim specialists will be able to shine. I think Pezula is an awesome venue for XTERRA and because the event falls within the Oyster Festival I think it will create a great atmosphere for athletes and spectators alike. The beauty of XTERRA is that it is never boring and as a competitor you constantly have to stay focussed and be aware of what’s around the next corner. I am now motivated more than ever and can’t wait to compete in Knysna,’ says Horner.

Entries are still open for the action packed DUESOUTH XTERRA Knysna presented by REHIDRAT®. The 2010/2011 DUESOUTH XTERRA Series consists of three events taking place first in Knysna, then the North West Province before culminating in the Western Cape in 2011 in the form of the DUESOUTH XTERRA presented by REHIDRAT® South African finals. The local series forms part of the XTERRA World Tour and athletes will have the opportunity to qualify for the world championship final in Hawaii.

The Knysna leg is the only DUESOUTH XTERRA event that does not feature a water discipline. Athletes can participate individually or in teams of two.

DATE: Thursday, 08 July 2010
VENUE: PEZULA Private Estate, Field of Dreams

DISTANCE: DUESOUTH XTERRA FULL: 3km trail run, 25km mountain bike and 10km trail run
DUESOUTH XTERRA Lite: 3km trail run, 12km mountain bike and 5km trail run

COST: DUESOUTH XTERRA FULL: R260 per individual / R360 per team of two (male/female/mixed)
DUESOUTH XTERRA Lite: R130 per individual / R180 per team of two (male/female/mixed)

START: DUESOUTH XTERRA Lite: 10h00
DUESOUTH XTERRA FULL: 12h30

RACE BRIEFING: 15 minutes before the start of the race at Field of Dreams

The first 600 entries will receive an event goodie bag compliments of our sponsors. Pre-entries close at 23h59 on Sunday, 27 June 2010. Late entries will be accepted on Wednesday, 07 July 2010 from 12h00 - 20h00 and on Thursday, 08 July 2010 from 06h00 to 09h00 (Lite) and 06h00 to 11h00 (FULL) at Pezula Field of Dreams however, a late entry fee will apply.

Awesome prizes up for grabs include: a R5 000 DUESOUTH voucher, a magnificent KTM Ultra Fire mountain bike, two Orca tri-suits and six pairs of New Balance running shoes (three men’s and three ladies).

For more information on the DUESOUTH XTERRA Knysna presented by REHIDRAT®, race rules or on-line entries please contact Stillwater Sport & Entertainment on (021) 883 – 2413, e-mail entries@stillwatersports.com or visit www.stillwatersports.com. For more information on the Knysna Oyster Festival visit www.oysterfestival.co.za.