Massage service for Cape Epic 2026: recovery, performance and energy for every stage
The Absa Cape Epic is, for many cyclists, the toughest multi-day MTB race in the world. Eight consecutive days of extreme effort demand not only exceptional fitness, but also the ability to recover quickly and consistently. In a challenge of this magnitude, taking care of your body is not optional — it is a critical part of your race strategy. That is why we created our MASQUEBICI Massage Service for Cape Epic 2026: a professional daily recovery program designed to help your body stay strong, responsive and ready for each stage.
Our team of physiotherapists, specialized in high-performance athletes, focuses on one mission: helping you start every stage in the best physical condition possible, minimizing fatigue and accelerating full muscular recovery.
Pre-stage warm-up massage
Before starting each stage, every rider receives an activation massage to prepare the muscles for the physical effort ahead. This treatment enhances circulation, improves mobility, stimulates muscular activation and reduces the risk of injury. The goal is simple: to get you to the start line with a body that feels awake, responsive and ready to perform from the first pedal stroke.
Post-stage recovery massage
Once the finish line is crossed, the next challenge begins — recovery. Our post-stage massage, lasting 45 minutes, focuses on deep muscular relaxation, inflammation reduction, metabolic waste elimination and general relief from accumulated fatigue. This session is fundamental to ensuring that the body is ready to race again the next morning.
Professional techniques and materials
Each massage session is adapted to the physical needs of every individual rider and their daily sensations throughout the race. Our therapists use hot and cold recovery creams, kinesiotape, functional bandages and other recovery tools when required. If tightness, inflammation or muscular discomfort appear, we intervene immediately to keep you moving forward.
Continuous race-long support
The massage service runs every day from the registration day until the morning of the last stage. No massage is performed after the final stage. Our team organizes time slots to ensure every rider receives their pre-stage and post-stage session while respecting race pace, personal routines and rest time.
Why is massage essential in Cape Epic?
A recovered body performs better, and a confident mind races harder.
Our mission is to support you throughout this unique experience so you can face each stage strong, confident and focused only on enjoying and giving your best. You ride. We take care of your recovery.
