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The Dr. Evil Classic
The Garden Route’s most spectacular stage race rolls once again in late September 2018, and, as in the past, will act as something of a precursor to the extremely popular Lion’s Karoo to Coast. This year, event owners and organizers – Zandile Meneses and Leon ‘Dr Evil’ Evans, are set to introduce a few new innovations which promise to up the race experience even further. Of course, carrying the moniker ‘Dr Evil’ might scare most riders off. The reality is…
Find out more »The Buco Lions Karoo to Coast
The Buco Lions Karoo to Coast Mountain Bike Challenge is a 100km off road race from UNIONDALE to KNYSNA via the Prince Alfred's Pass. The route is scenic, challenging and riders are encouraged to train sufficiently for this event in order to maximise the enjoyment of the experience. Registration DATE: Saturday 22nd September 2018 TIME: 13:00 – 21:00 LOCATION: Uniondale For the convenience of riders NOT staying in Uniondale, Late registration, collection of entry packs (NO ENTRIES OR SUBSTITUTIONS) DATE:…
Find out more »Lesotho Sky
A mountain biker’s ride of passage - one of Africa’s toughest MTB stage races. What started in 2011 with a handful of passionate mountain bikers, grew into a UCI Class 1 MTB event and is now one of Africa’s most spectacular and toughest stage races. The race attracts riders from all over the world, with the 2016 race hosting people from 11 nations. This year, we are launching a brand new route that will blow your mind! The 372 km…
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KAROOBAIX
KAROOBAIX is a one-day 245km race (with an individual time trial prologue) for modern gravel / cyclocross bicycles through the South African Karoo over 5 / 6 / 7 October 2018. The route is almost exclusively gravel, and ranges from super smooth hard-packed dirt to soft sand, sharp rocks and corrugations. The race will be semi-supported, and there will be two rest stops with good food, coffee and fresh water along the the 245km stage.
Find out more »Rainmaker RollerCoaster
The Rainmaker RollerCoaster offers riders the chance to race 550km with 8000m of climbing across the Western Cape in teams of two, or ride in small groups supported by the HotChillee Ride Captains. The event will be open to mountain bikes as well, but the parcours will suit the speed of a gravel bike. There will be jersey and age category awards. It will start with a sunset time trial in the Bontebok National Park, Swellendam, a few hours drive…
Find out more »Java MTB Challenge
Be a part of the Robertson valley’s biggest adrenalin rush, the Java MTB Challenge. Head over to Van Loveren Family Vineyards in the picturesque Robertson Valley on 13 October for the Java MTB Challenge to enjoy a fun-filled sporting day for the entire family and breath-taking vineyard views, all while supporting a very worthy cause. The event has built up a loyal following over the years and regulars at the Java MTB Challenge use the race to train for the…
Find out more »Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic
OLDEST ROAD CLASSIC CYCLE RACE IN SOUTH AFRICA South Africa's oldest road classic with full road closure from Pietermaritzburg to Durban on the Amashova route - 21 October 2018 - 160km, 106km, 65km and 35km The Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic is an annual mass participation cycle event that takes place in October each year and attracts over 10 000 cyclists nationally. The route follows that of the famous Comrades Marathon between Pietermaritzburg and Durban. This is a popular event…
Find out more »FNB Wine2Whales
SA's Premier 3-day MTB Stage Race from the Winelands of Somerset West to the coast of Hermanus!
Find out more »2018 One Tonner
The One Tonner is the premier road funride on the Spring cycling calendar. The two long routes are both seeding events for the 2019 Cape Town Cycle Tour. The 170 km route is a tough ride that includes two challenging climbs. Right after the start, you’ll head up Helshoogte for your first big climb of the day. After a left turn onto the R45, you’ll tackle the undulating roads out towards Paarl, Wellington, Hermon and Riebeeck Kasteel. The second big…
Find out more »Nissan TrailSeeker Mountain Bike Series #6 Cullinan
The Nissan Trailseeker races caters for kids and adults, beginners and pros, with varying distances and routes that are top notch and guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping. The town of Cullinan will come to life when mountain bike thrill seekers overtake the town for the annual “diamond rush” that is NISSAN TrailSeeker. With winding single and dual tracks that are not normally accessible, trails are pristine and include river crossings as well. The longer routes may include some wildlife…
Find out more »Coronation Double Century
The annual Coronation Double Century takes place in Swellendam on Saturday, 24 November 2018 when 250 teams will cycle the spectacular 202km route around the Overberg.
Find out more »Cape Rouleur 2019
South Africa has some of the most scenic roads in the world and this 5-day, 600km tour in the heart of Cape Winelands takes in the best of them. Based in the picturesque town of Franschhoek the 120km+ stages are followed by sunny afternoons by the pool before evenings of fine-dining. Cape Rouleur riders are seeded into three speed groups fast, medium and social. With professional-level event organisation each speed group is supported by the HotChillee Ride Captains, medics, mechanics…
Find out more »Cape Town Cycle Tour 2019
The World's Largest timed race! The Cape Town Cycle Tour is a 109 km loop around the scenic Cape Peninsula with 35 000 fellow cyclists and thousands of supporters.
Find out more »Eroica South Africa
Bringing the celebrated Italian Eroica event to African soil. Come ride with us through the beautiful Karoo around the dirt roads North of Montagu in the Western Cape. Set aside the weekend of 17 - 18 March 2018 for bicycle-talk, lots of riding, wine-drinking, great food and music.
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