Aberdare Hill climb: Clerk of course upbeat as Shell joins

Aberdares Hillclimb A Mitsubishi Evo 8 in action during a past KNRC event. Shell, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, has injected excitement into the Aberdares Hillclimb by sponsoring this weekend’s Hill Climb competition.

The clerk of the course of Aberdare Hill Climb, Jas Matharu, is confident the event will be one of a kind as drivers gear up for the inaugural competition.

The Aberdare Hill climb, sitting on 1,650 acres of the scenic land in the heart of the Great Rift Valley overlooking Lake Naivasha, will bring together more than 50 seasoned rally drivers and buggy and motorcycle riders Saturday through Sunday.

Speaking during the unveiling of the official Shell-branded fuels and lubricants for the event, Matharu said the route is smooth, fast, and twisty.

“The route was graded, flattened, and covered with murram with the help of the Aberdare Hills Golf Resort. Additionally, we have camping facilities for spectators, competitors, and officials available at the Aberdare Hill Resort,” said Matharu.

The two-day event organised by the Fat Rhinos Team will be from 12pm-6pm on Saturday while the second day, Sunday, will be from 8am-2pm.

Shell, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, has injected excitement into the Aberdare Hill climb by sponsoring this weekend’s Hill Climb competition.

“It is an honour to be part of this debut. We shall work together accordingly,” said Mark Senteu, the Shell country marketing manager.

He added: “This is also a chance to showcase the prowess and capability of Shell V-Power and we wish all the drivers the best, but above all we urge them to drive safely at all times,”

The event will also be supported by KCB, Stanbic, and Coca Cola. [Robin Toskin]