PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS - A cyclist, believed to be a retired Plettenberg Bay resident, died during the Tour de Plett cycle race yesterday, Saturday 11 November.

Exact details of the incident are not available yet, but race organiser James Stewart described it as a “tragic event” and said out of respect for the man’s family, he was not in a position to comment.

Stewart said the incident took place during mid-to-late morning in Bitou on a rural farm. The Tour de Plett, an annual event that has been held for a number of years, traverses 18 different properties. It is a Cycling South Africa-sanctioned event.

The deceased was described by Stewart as a retired gentleman and avid mountain biker involved in the Plett mountain biking community. 

Stewart said it was “an unfortunate accident“ and said investigations were still in the early stages.

The Tour de Plett consists of a 60km, 38km and 18km options. “The event offers something for everyone. It was a tragic event and out of respect for the family I do not wish to further comment,” said Stewart.

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