Friendly faces at races: Francois Retief and FHR Sports!

FHR Sports Performance Solutions at the W2W and many others

Francois Retief is the friendly face at the EPIC and the first person I remember from my Maties Gym visits in Coetzenburg during high school and varsity. He looked like the HULK (still in shape) and was busy piling up every barbell disc (plus some of the varsity gym staff members) onto the leg press for a proper workout in his powerlifting days… Francois is also an avid mountain biker and we speak the same language. Which is why you can find him at the W2W this year, same as for Francois from MANIC cycles again. Now you have recovery sorted, for yourself and your bike! More info and bookings below.

About FHR Sports Performance Solutions

FHR Sport Recovery is a leading force in South Africa’s recovery landscape, delivering top-tier mobile and in-practice services to both elite athletes and everyday movers. From injury prevention to performance recovery, we specialize in hands-on therapy and state-of-the-art tools that keep you performing at your peak. With a base at the Maties Gym Recovery Centre in Stellenbosch and a national footprint, our expert team supports major sporting events and practices across the country. We’ve worked with Olympic gold medalists, international rugby players, and endurance athletes, as well as weekend warriors—because world-class recovery should be accessible to all.

Recover like a PRO with FHR Sport at the Wines2Whales 2025 💪

FHR Sport Recovery is proud to bring elite-level recovery services to the 2025 Wines2Whales Mountain Bike Event. Whether you’re racing for the podium or the finish line, we’re here to support your performance every step of the way. We’ve got your recovery covered, so all you need to focus on is riding your best. From massages to ice baths, just book your sessions and leave the rest to us. Whether it’s race day, game day, or training day, FHR is there to help you recover faster and ride stronger. Book your recovery sessions now and experience the FHR difference.

📲 Book individually for the Chardonnay | Pinotage | Shiraz

  • R400 – 30 mins Sports Recovery Massage
  • R700 – 60 mins Sports Recovery Massage
  • R150 – 20 mins Compression Boots
  • R100 – 10 mins Ice Baths
  • R100 – Strapping and Taping
  • R300 – Vehicle Transfers from Benguela Cove to Oak Valley
FHR Sport - find the Tank and his team at your next race. For the ultimate sports performance and recovery solutions!
FHR Sport – find the Tank and his team at your next race. For the ultimate sports performance and recovery solutions!

Find Francois Retief at FHR Sport in Stellenbosch

Francois and FHR can be found where you most expect them. At the gym. In the heart of Stellenbosch, the home of MTBiking in South Africa. FHR is inside the Sport Science Building at the Maties Gym in Suidwal Street, part of the Coetzenburg Sport Complex at Stellenbosch University. You can book for events on zohobookings.com or book for Individual consultations on book-a-sports-massage.

See you at the races!

*PS, Francois and his FHR Sport team also cover sports recovery for these fine events: Dryland Traverse | Glacier Waterberg Traverse | Cape Pioneer Trek | Grinduro | Tankwa Trek | Wines 2 Whales | Garden Route Giro | and more, and growing! Which one will you ride next? And when can we send your bicycle there?

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