The Mount Kenya '10 to 4' is a downhill mountain bike race and fun ride, orgnised by Executive Officer of the Mount Kenya Trust and a small but dedicated committee. The event is held annually to raise funds for local communities and conservation efforts on Mount Kenya. The race begins at the edge of the Mount Kenya National Reserve boundary at an elevation of over 10,000 ft and finishes in dry savannah country below on the Laikipia plains at approximately 4,000 ft. There is now a new event day called the ’10 to 4 Hardcore’ aimed at elite Kenyan cyclists and the very fit and experienced. We particularly welcome overseas entrants to try the new 2-day event.

The 2011 2-Day event results and photos can now be found on the 10 to 4 Website: www.10to4.org. Dates for the 2012 event are 17th and18th February 2012 and info and entries will be available from October 2011.

The proceeds of the 10 to 4 Mountain Bike Challenge are divided between community schools and projects in the vicinity of the 10 to 4 route, and the Mount Kenya Trust. Participants can compete for a range of prizes and also get to experience one of Africa’s most stunning landscapes in an entirely unique way.

For inquires about taking part in the event both locally and from overseas please send an email to Susie Weeks: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .