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Event Name: Garden Route Tour by Drake EventsWhen: 03/03/2025 - 09/03/2025Where: Kragga Kamma Game Park, Gqeberha, Eastern CapeCategory: RoadBespoke, luxury cycling touring at its best! Join us on this five day, five night tour from Qheberha to Cape Town along South Africa’s majestic Garden Route. If you can’t get enough, join for an additional day with the “One More Ride” package. With the very best support around you, around the clock, you’ll be treated to a proper cycling experience. Drake Events present to you a tour that is full of value, safety and class. 5-Stage Package ◎ 03-08 March, 2025 ◎ 5 Nights | 5 Days | 5 Stages ◎ 849km | 7762m ascent ◎ 527mi | 25465ft ascent “One More Ride” Package ◎ 03-09 March, 2025 ◎ 6 Nights | 6 Days | 6 Stages ◎ 957km | 8792m ascent ◎ 594mi | 28845ft ascent All expenses paid including; ◎ 5 or 6 Nights Premium Accommodation ◎ All Meals & Beverages (ex alcohol) ◎ Think Bike Marshals ◎ Masseuse ◎ Shuttle (During Tour) ◎ Support Vehicle ◎ Bicycle Transfer from Pretoria to Qheberha ◎ Bicycle Transfer from Cape Town to Pretoria ◎ Nutrition & Fully Stocked Water Points ◎ Exciting Goodie Bag ◎ Collectable Finishers Medal You may request your own private room for the duration of the tour at a surcharge price. One group will ride cohesively throughout the tour, ensuring we all reach our finish destination together daily. This is not a race, but rather a group ride ridden at a steady pace. For more details on the daily route and pace, please view the website tour page. We look forward to hosting you and having an epic tour out in the saddle. New friends will be made, memories made and the roads from Qheberha to Cape Town conquered. All details for the ride can be viewed on Drake Events website link -  https://drakeevents.co.za/grt2025/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/  Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Parys Road Outride by Drake EventsWhen: 14/09/2024Where: Rivonia Recreation Club, PaulshofSandton, GautengCategory: RoadThe ever-favourite Parys Road Outride. Every year we see many excited riders returning for this awesome, somewhat iconic ride to Parys. Will you be joining in 2024? Drake Events presents the Parys Road Outride on Saturday, 14 September. At the exciting double century milestone distance of 200km, the ride departs easterly from Paulshof, taking on a few rolling hills and getting through some of the climbing early in the ride. As one rider exclaimed, ‘we threw the penultimate climb outside the start venue!’. Just before Kempton Park, the route takes a right hand turn southerly towards Boksburg on the western side of the airport. Once you have passed Boksburg the route again turns right onto Heidelberg. From Heidelberg you’ll then start heading westerly in the direction of Parys. White River awaits for the lunch stop before you head through Vanderbijlpark onto Water Point 3. From Water Point 3 it’s fast and furious, with most of the last 20km a false flat downhill to Parys. Once you’re through the town of Parys, it’s still another 10km before the finish venue at Stonehenge. We're very excited to offer you a magnificent 200km route. The route is an A-B route, with option for you to take a shuttle back with us after the ride, including transport for your bicycle. You have a choice to ride in any of the three different paced groups, but ensure you're comfortable at the prescribed pace, as the groups are all no-drop groups. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! We believe in rider safety and rider value-for-money. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - safe parking at the start venue - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop - photographer - finishers medal - family-friendly finish venue We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/parysoutride/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Hey @JBK... Thanks for the interest in our event. Based on your R4S pace I believe you will be good in the 30 average group. Sitting in the group allows for a lot of slip and less effort. The slower groups start behind for a reason. If you're not comfortable in the group, you can wait at the water point for the next group, being the 28 average group, to then slot in for the remainder of the ride. If you're unsure, possibly start in the 28 group and then know you're in a comfortable group from the start. Groups stop at every water point for 10 minutes and at lunch for 30 minutes. The lunch stop is ready from 10H00 but by no means does it mean we'll get there at that time. If the group leaders control the group properly, you'll be averaging the predetermined group average on arrival. Any other questions, feel free to post here or WhatsApp me. Stay blessed!

Event Name: Pilanesberg Road Outride by Drake EventsWhen: 13/07/2024Where: Zwartkops Raceway, Centurion, GautengCategory: RoadDrake Events presents the Pilanesberg Road Outride on Saturday, 13 July. You'll depart Zwartkops along the M26 for a few rolling hills to get warmed up. A right turn then heading north-east towards Harties. We'll get the climbing out the way early up to and around Hartbeespoort, to then enjoy the flatter roads around Beestekraal and onto Pilanesberg. We're very excited to offer you a magnificent 200km route. The route is an A-B route, with option for you to take a shuttle back with us after the ride, including transport for your bicycle. You have a choice to ride in any of the three different paced groups, but ensure you're comfortable at the prescribed pace, as the groups are all no-drop groups. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! We believe in rider safety and rider value-for-money. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - safe parking at the start venue - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop  - photographer - finishers medal - family-friendly finish venue We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/pilanesberg-outride/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Beast of Magalies by Drake EventsWhen: 03/08/2024Where: Greensleeves Medieval Kingdom, OaktreeMuldersdrift, GautengCategory: GravelTime to Race... Drake Events is putting the clock on it to present The Beast of Magalies. A sanctioned gravel race awaits!  On Saturday, 03 August, we host this exciting mountain bike and gravel race in the greater Magaliesburg area. The day offers two distance options; The Big Beast, at 164km, will have four water points and a well stocked feed zone to get in those calories for the last 70km. The Small Beast might be shorter at 102km, but will still be a tough day out, whether you choose your mountain bike, gravel bike or e-bike. The Small Beast will have three well stocked water points to keep you going all day. We're very excited to offer you a magnificent, well-marked, marshalled route. The route is non-technical with only a few rougher sections along the route. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience amidst the racing! Drake Events focus is rider safety and value for money. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - think bike marshals - family-friendly start/finish venue - safe parking - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station (feed zone) - exciting feed zone (Big Beast) - photographer - collectable finishers medal We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the race can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/beastofmagalies/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Beast of the East by Drake EventsWhen: 01/06/2024Where: Tweefontein Melkery, Kempton Park, GautengCategory: GravelDrake Events presents The Beast of the East. On Saturday, 01 June, we host this exciting mountain bike and gravel outride in the greater Joburg and Pretoria east area. The day offers two distance options; The Big Beast, at 169km, will have four water points and a well stocked feed zone to get in those calories for the last 70km. The Small Beast might be shorter at 104km, but will still be a tough day out, whether you choose your mountain bike, gravel bike or e-bike. The Small Beast will have three well stocked water points to keep you going all day.  We're very excited to offer you a magnificent, well-marked, marshalled route. The route is non-technical with only a few rougher sections along the route. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience amidst the racing! Drake Events focus is rider safety and value for money. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - think bike marshals - family-friendly start/finish venue - safe parking - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station (feed zone) - exciting feed zone (Big Beast) - photographer - collectable finishers medal We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/beastoftheeast/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/  Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Pilanesberg Road Outride by Drake EventsWhen: 04/05/2024Where: Pedal and Sprocket, Northern Farm, GautengCategory: RoadDrake Events presents the Pilanesberg Road Outride on Saturday, 04 May. You'll depart towards Broadacres, immediately heading north-east towards Harties. We'll get the climbing out the way early up to and around Hartbeespoort, to then enjoy the flatter roads around Beestekraal and onto Pilanesberg. We're very excited to offer you a magnificent 200km route. The route is an A-B route, with option for you to take a shuttle back with us after the ride, including transport for your bicycle. You have a choice to ride in any of the three different paced groups, but ensure you're comfortable at the prescribed pace, as the groups are all no-drop groups. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! We believe in rider safety and rider value-for-money. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - safe parking at the start venue - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop  - photographer - finishers medal - family-friendly finish venue We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/pilanesberg-outride/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Loskop MTB Outride by Drake EventsWhen: 16/03/2024Where: Tierpoort, GautengCategory: Mountain BikeDrake Events presents the fourth hosting of the Loskop MTB Outride. On Saturday 16 March, join us for the first MTB Outride of the year and one of the favourite's on the Drake Events calendar. The route is an A-B route, starting in Pretoria East and ending in Loskop. With a mass group start, you'll have 11 hours to complete the 183km. It's not a race, so ride as fast or as slow as you like, as long as you make the time cuts. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! There are so many value-adds for your entry fee. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop  - photographer - family-friendly finish venue - transfers - goodie bag - collectable finishers medal We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/loskopmtb/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Garden Route Tour by Drake EventsWhen: 08/04/2024 - 14/04/2024Where: The Paxton Hotel, South EndGqeberha, Eastern CapeCategory: RoadBespoke, luxury cycling touring at its best! Join us on this five day, five night tour from Qheberha to Cape Town along South Africa’s majestic Garden Route. If you can’t get enough, join for an additional day with the “One More Ride” package. With the very best support around you, around the clock, you’ll be treated to a proper cycling experience. Drake Events present to you a tour that is full of value, safety and class. 5-Stage Package * 08-13 April, 2024 * 5 Nights | 5 Days * 5 Stages | 866km | 8927m ascent “One More Ride” Package * 08-14 April, 2024 * 6 Nights | 6 Days * 6 Stages | 933km | 9097m ascent All expenses paid including; * 5 or 6 Nights Premium Accommodation * All Meals & Beverages (ex alcohol) * Think Bike Marshals * Mechanic * Masseuse * Shuttle * Support Vehicle * Bicycle Transfer back from Cape Town (Gauteng Clients) * Nutrition & Fully Stocked Water Points * Exciting Goodie Bag * Collectable Finishers Medal One group will ride cohesively throughout the tour, ensuring we all reach our finish destination together daily. This is not a race, but rather a group ride ridden at a steady pace. For more details on the daily route and pace, please view the website tour page. We look forward to hosting you and having an epic tour out in the saddle. New friends will be made, memories made and the roads from Qheberha to Cape Town conquered. All details for the ride can be viewed on Drake Events website link - https://drakeevents.co.za/gardenroutetour/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Amashova Tour by Drake EventsWhen: 16/10/2024 - 21/10/2024Where: Kempton Park, Bredell AHKempton Park, GautengCategory: RoadCycle tours have been redefined. For the fourth year of hosting the Amashova Tour, Drake Events present to you a tour that is full of value, safety and class.  The Amashova Tour will be challenging in distance but truly spectacular in memories and achievement. Join us on this five day, five night tour to Durban with the very best support around you, around the clock. Let’s make memories! In A Nutshell; * 16-21 October, 2024 * 5 Nights | 6 Days * 5 Stages | 722km | 6907m ascent All expenses paid including; * 5 Nights Accommodation * All Meals & Beverages (ex alcohol) * Think Bike Marshals * Mechanic * Masseuse * Shuttle * Support Vehicle * Bicycle Transfer back from Durban * Shuttle Transfer back from Durban * Nutrition & Fully Stocked Water Points * Number Collection * Exciting Goodie Bag * Collectable Finishers Medal One group will ride cohesively throughout the tour, ensuring we all reach our finish destination together daily. We look forward to hosting you and having an epic tour out in the saddle. New friends will be made, memories made and the roads from Johannesburg to Durban conquered. All details for the ride can be viewed on Drake Events website link - https://drakeevents.co.za/amashovatour/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

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Event Name: MTBeast of the EastWhen: 02/09/2023Where: Tierpoort, GautengCategory: Mountain BikeDrake Events presents The MTBeast of the East. On Saturday 02 September, we host this exciting mountain bike race in the greater Pretoria & JHB east area. The race offers two distance options; The Big Beast, at 169km, will have four water points and a well stocked feed zone to get in those calories for the last 70km. The Small Beast might be shorter at 111km, but will still be a tough day out, whether you choose your mountain bike, gravel bike or e-bike. The Small Beast will have three well stocked water points to keep you going all day.  We're very excited to offer you a magnificent, well-marked, marshalled route. The route is 99% non-technical with only a few very short rocky sections in the forest.  This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience amidst the racing! There is a smorgasbord of value-adds for your entry fee. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - think bike marshals - family-friendly race village - safe parking - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station (feed zone) - exciting feed zone (Big Beast) - photographer - collectable finishers medal - mechanic We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/mtbeast/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/  Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tour de la Col presented by Drake EventsWhen: 09/08/2023 - 14/05/2023Where: At The Rocks Country Estate, Donkerhoek, GautengCategory: Tour de la Col presented by Drake EventsDrake Events presents the Tour de la Col, an all-inclusive 5 day, 4 night, 4 stage tour from Pretoria to Badplaas. The route from Pretoria to Badplaas is anything but flat, but truly spectacular! It's not about the pace, but rather the experience. Mpumalanga has so much beauty, which we will explore on this tour. The 603km will bring on 9385m of vertical ascent. Although it may be a challenge, the group will ride at a respectable, endurance pace daily.  Day 1 will be a long day out with the double century ticking over, but will be the "flattest" day of the tour. Ease into the week and get the legs rolling over. From Stage 2 onwards, the climbing legs will engage - with slow, steady climbs you'll have plenty opportunity to enjoy the scenery and make memories with new friends. This tour is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle. The all-inclusive package is a "no-wallet" tour, as we provide everything you will need for a memorable weekend away. In A Nutshell: - 09-13 August, 2023 - 4 Nights | 5 Days - 4 Stages | 603km | 9385m ascent All expenses paid including: - Think Bike Marshals - 4 Nights’ Accommodation - All Meals, Snacks & Drinks (Inc. Alcohol) - Stocked Water Points Daily - Masseuse - Badplaas-Pretoria Transfer - Badplaas-Pretoria Bike Transfer - Goodie Bag - Collectable Finishers Medal - Lots More We will have one group riding cohesively for the entire tour. This is a no-drop ride daily as we aim to keep the group together - safety first! We look forward to hosting you and having an epic tour together! All details for the ride can be viewed on Drake Events website - https://drakeevents.co.za/tour-de-la-col/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Parys Road OutrideWhen: 09/09/2023Where: Kyalami Sport & Function Venue, Plooysville AHMidrand, GautengCategory: Parys Road OutrideDrake Events presents the Parys Road Outride on Saturday, 09 September. You'll depart Kyalami and get the climbing legs working early with most of the climbing for the day outside the start venue. Don't worry, what goes up must come down. Once you head through Boksburg, the route flattens out and doesn't present any notable climbs. We're very excited to offer you a magnificent 198km route, as well as a relay option if the double century is a bit too far.  You have a choice to ride in any of the three different paced groups, but ensure you're comfortable at the prescribed pace, as the groups are all no-drop groups. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! There is a smorgasbord of value-adds for your entry fee. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - safe parking at the start venue - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop  - photographer - finishers medal - family-friendly finish venue We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/parys-road-outride/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Loskop MTB Outride presented by Drake EventsWhen: 08/04/2023Where: GarsfonteinPretoria, GautengCategory: Loskop MTB Outride presented by Drake EventsDrake Events presents the Loskop MTB Outride. On Saturday 08 April, join us for the first MTB Outride of the year and the third edition of the Loskop Outride. The route is an A-B route, starting in Pretoria East and ending in Loskop. With a mass group start, you'll have 11 hours to complete the 185km. It's not a race, so ride as fast or as slow as you like, as long as you make the time cuts. This day is all about you and enjoying every minute spent in the saddle with like-minded riders. It's about the experience! There are so many value-adds for your entry fee. Below are a few of the exciting services you will experience on the day; - think bike marshals - support vehicles - sponsored hydration - water points with snacks & beverages - gps charging station - lunch stop  - photographer - family-friendly finish venue - transfers - goodie bag - collectable finishers medal We look forward to hosting you and having an epic day out in the saddle. All details for the ride can be viewed at https://drakeevents.co.za/loskop-mtb-outride/ Enter at https://drakeevents.co.za/entry-form/ Go to Event Page.