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It was 'epic'

3/5/2018

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Cyclists crossing the dam wall, during stage 4 of the ABSA Cape Epic
A few weeks ago, I had the amazing opportunity to be part of an amazing photography crew, to cover the 2018 edition of the ABSA Cape Epic.
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ABSA Cape Epic photography crew © Nina Zimolong L-R: Nick Muzik, Sam Clark, Andrew Mc Fadden, Ewald Sadie, Nina Zimolong, Greg Beadle, Shaun Roy, Mark Sampson
Being part of such a talented crew, gave me the great opportunity to learn and gain from their experiences. They say even the best photographers never stop learning, this is very true. Being a photographer on the event, we also stayed on location just like the cyclists, in small, red, one man tents.
Rider and crew tents on the ABSA Cape Epic
Rider and crew tents on the ABSA Cape Epic
Rider and crew tents on the ABSA Cape Epic
The best part of the whole experience, was getting out there, getting on the track and seeing athletes pushing their limits to achieve their goals and dreams.  I am one person who always believes in pursuing your goals and dreaming big, so it was amazing to see woman and men doing just that.
Manuel Fumic and Henrique Avancini of Cannondale Factory Racing during the ABSA Cape Epic
Annika Langvad of Investec Songo Specialized during the ABSA Cape Epic
Nico Bell and Matt Beers of NAD MTB during the ABSA Cape Epic
Thomas Frischknecht and Urs Gerig of SCOTT-SRAM old dudes during the ABSA Cape Epic
Githa  Michiels of Spur during the ABSA Cape Epic
Hendrik Kruger and Stuart Marais of Ellsworth - ASG during the ABSA Cape Epic
Kate Courtney and Annika Langvad of Investec Songo Specialized during the ABSA Cape Epic
Jaroslav Kulhavy and Howard Grotts of InvestecSongoSpecialized during the ABSA Cape Epic
Hans Juerg Gerber during the ABSA Cape Epic
There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes of the race. All media crews, every day have a race against time to get their various content out there. May it be videos or photos, for press or social media, there is always a race against time to get it out there! It was a privilege to work among some of the worlds leading photographers and media houses, sometimes working in some confined spaces, the great attitude and helpful nature among all media personal made it that much better!
The ABSA Cape Epic Media centre based in Roberson
The ABSA Cape Epic Media centre based in Wellington
The ABSA Cape Epic Media centre based in Wellington
Some of the various local and international media on the finish of the final stage of the ABSA Cape Epic
Each and every morning, at around 5:15am, the ABSA Cape Epic has a very unique tradition; some athletes love it and some, not so much. The tradition is to be woken up by the bag piper. Its a very unique noise, one that will wake you up weather you like it or not. The bag piper played a different tune every morning, with the National anthem and some happy tunes on the last morning. Its something that just made the race that much more unique to all the others.
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The ABSA Cape Epic bagpiper waking up the riders
All athletes were taken to their limits over the 8 days of the Epic, this made crossing the final finish line each day and receiving your medal that much more rewarding. I have huge respect to all athletes that managed to cross the final finish line.
Manuel Fumic and Henrique Avancini of Cannondale Factory Racing crossing the finish line during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Two very proud athletes showing off the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic medals
The final finish line at Val de Vie of the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Eventual ladies overall winners, Annika Langvad and Kate Courtney ofInvestec Songo Specialized, crossing the final finish line of the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Overal mens winners, Jaroslav Kulhavy and Howard Grotts of InvestecSongoSpecialized crossing the final fisnihs line of the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Taking another stage win, Annika Langvad and Kate Courtney of Investec Songo Specialized, during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Finishing in style, Julian Jessop and Matthys Beukes of PYGA Euro Steel during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Athletes overcome with emotions as they finish the 8 gruelling days of the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Photographing on the ABSA Cape Epic, gave me the opportunity to go photograph in locations I have never been to before. It was great to travel around the Western Cape and photograph some breath taking places. It was quite challenging at times to get to some places, but when you get to the location, its all worth it.
Sunrise over Cape Town on the first day of the 2018 Cape Town Cycle Tour
Riders starting the first stage of the 2018 Cape Town Cycle Tour
Markus Bauer and Frans Claes of KULU MANZI PROJECT during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Dylan Rebello and Marco Joubert of Imbuko Momsen during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Cyclists warming up to start the stage during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
George Hincapie and Christian  Vande Velde of Absa - WBR  during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Jaco Pelser of Silverback-Volvo leading a chasing bunch during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Dylan Rebello and Marco Joubert of Imbuko Momsen during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Annika Langvad and Kate Courtney of Investec Songo Specialized during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
The 2018 edition of the ABSA Cape Epic was full of special moments, and its up to the media to capture this special emotional moments. However, technology has caught up and the spectators also love being part of the action. This is also an exciting opportunity to take photos of emotion as well as photos of photos, something sometimes challenging but fun at the same time. Its nice as you get to include the spectators in the action, after all the event wouldn't be the same without the support.
Athletes capturing some priceless memories before starting the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Serena Gordon and Kaysee Armstrong of Liv Cycling during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Some spectators grabbing some special memories during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Mauricio Vasquez Barrera and Diego Mauricio Herrera Alzate sharing a special moment before they head out during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Carl Gevers and Marc Gevers during the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Lots of local crowd support during each stage on the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic
Some spectators grabbing that all important photo of their loved ones starting the day during the 2018 ABSA Cape pic
In all, it was amazing to cover such an amazing event, well done to all category winners!!
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2018 ABSA Cape Epic category winners
Take a look at the official Cape Epic albums:
Prologue
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
Stage 5
Stage 6
Stage 7

To view some from my personal album, Click here

Until next time
​Boogs
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