The world’s premier mountain bike stage race arrives in Greyton from 18 to 20 March, and we are all very excited. This will be a busy time in Greyton, and among us will be some people eager to cash in on low-hanging fruit.

If you will be hosting visitors over this period, please give them some safety guidelines. It is your responsibility to make your guests aware of potential security issues.

Here are a few quick and easy tips to keep yourself and your bicycle safe while you’re in town for the Absa Cape Epic — whether you are a participant or a spectator:

Keep your bicycles safely stored under lock and key when not in use. Never leave your bike unattended, whether you are at a guesthouse, hotel, around town, or out on the trails watching the Absa Cape Epic riders come past. Keep your street-facing windows closed. Lock your vehicle and don’t leave anything inside.

To help everyone stay out of harm’s way while the Absa Cape Epic is in town: Keep dogs strictly on lead everywhere you go over this period. Always stay off our trails while the Epic is using them. Be vigilant while driving around town. Cyclists will be everywhere.

Enjoy the event and keep safe.