Cape Town – The organisers of the FNB Wines2Whales (W2W) Mountain Bike (MTB) Events are proud to welcome AVIS as the official car rental partner of the 2017 event.

“We are excited to welcome AVIS Rent a Car as a partner of the FNB W2W MTB Events,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports.  “Celebrating its 9^th anniversary in 2017, FNB W2W is the Western Cape’s premier three-day MTB stage race.  We are thrilled to team up with AVIS, a global leader in its field.  Together with AVIS and the rest of our valued sponsors we look forward to welcoming each and every rider to the start line at the picturesque Lourensford Wine Estate for Stage One of the Adventure, Ride and Race.  Riders are guaranteed a memorable experience like no other.”

“At AVIS Rent a Car, promoting active lifestyles and shared experiences is at the core of our service offering. We are more than delighted to be the official car rental partner and transport provider to the FNB W2W MTB Events.   We would like to wish the participants a fun, memorable experience and the best of luck,” said Rainer Gottschick, Chief Executive of AVIS Southern Africa.

EVENT INFORMATION:  FNB Wines2Whales MTB Events

Starting in the Winelands of Somerset West, riders will cross through (and over) 13 wineries, 26 private farms, six mountains, historic roads and mountain passes, nature conservation areas (including the Kogelberg Biosphere) before finishing within sight of the famous whales of Hermanus!

 Event Dates:

• FNB Wines2Whales MTB Adventure: Friday, 27 October 2017 – Sunday, 29 October 2017

• FNB Wines2Whales MTB Ride: Monday, 30 October 2017 – 01 November 2017

·                    FNB Wines2Whales MTB Race:  Friday, 03 November 2017 – Sunday, 05 November 2017

Facebook:  Wines2Whales

Twitter:  @w2wmtb