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Event Name: Cape Classic 380When: 25/10/2024 - 27/10/2024Where: Mimosa Lodge, BergsigMontagu, Western CapeCategory: Road Challenging, Superbly Organised Fun3 days of spring road cycling 380km of protected peloton riding for the entire eventLimited to an exclusive 60 ridersKing of the Mountains & Points Jersey competitions embedded into the eventSponsored time trial stage for prizesFull professional level support during the ride (Medical and mechanical)Ride Captains to help set the pace and take some of the load for the groupStart and finish in Montagu each day Go to Event Page.

Event Name: GT 100 MilerWhen: 27/07/2024Where: Café du Cirque - Boswell Wilkie Circus, GautengCategory: GravelGT100! “Gravel travel 100miler”. The name says it all! “GRAVEL TRAVEL” – its fast, its "Fairly" flat and its off-road and best of all, it gives the gravel bike a true feel for its use!  We have 2 exciting distances to choose from the GT100 and the GT60: The GT100: 160km on the gravel with R100 000 combined CASH prizes to elite men and ladies podium as well as additional cash prizes to be won for all category winners. ELITE Ladies and Men Cash winning: 1st- R25 000 2nd- R12 500 3rd- R7500 4th- R3000 5th- R2000 The GT60: A 60km gravel/MTB race. Starting and finish points: -Start and finish venue - Cafe du Cirque. The beer garden awaits you at the finish line. Pre-registration and Number collection:  - Friday 26 July (Mellow Velo) 10am - 5pm - Saturday 27 July (Cafe du Cirque)  GT100: 6:00am - 7:30amGT 60km: 6:00am - 8:00am Start Times:  - Saturday 27 July  GT100: 8:00amGT 60km: 8:30am  Route description-  The route will be combined with signage and well-marked as well as self -navigation and a GPX file will be sent in the week of the race for riders to download,  The 100mile route will take the riders from Cafe du Cirque heading out Daleside on fast gravel district roads towards Three rivers. From there the route will head towards the Vaal dam also on a long descent (Generally assisted by some tail wind). The route then takes a turn and heads back towards the South of JHB through several farm roads and jeep track. From here it is about 100km to go. If you are too eager in the beginning, it is going to be a real uphill battle home!  From here it is generally headwind most of the way home with a slight uphill gradient for around 20km until you get a nice flowing downhill. Here is where the fun starts where the route goes through some farms and winding jeep tracks with a bit of tar here and there.  As you approach the latter end you find yourself back on the fast gravel roads towards Klipriver before turning back down to Cafe du cirque with a nice flat run to the finish! Your entry includes- -Live timing  -Safe and ample parking -Restroom facilities -Access to venue -5 waterpoints fully catered with the necessary food and drink for all riders and NAMED product. -Finishers medal -Finish line replenishment by NAMED -Medical support -Sweeper vehicles -Restaurant and beer garden at race village. -Prize giving for Category winners -Cash prizes for category winners  The following entertainment is lined up: - Coffee Stall - Fully stocked restaurant - Recovery Activations - Music and MC - Fun area for the kids Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Dis-Chem Ride for SightWhen: 18/02/2024Where: Boksburg, GautengCategory: RoadJoin us for the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight taking place on Sunday, 18 February 2024 in Boksburg, Gauteng. There will be three distances to choose from: the 116km Super Classic presented by Ensure; the 62km DS 24 Challenge and a new 8km fun ride. The 116km is a CSA-sanctioned event with cash prizes in all the CSA racing categories. The 62km will be awarding category prizes in all relevant age groups. The Para category will cater to Para tandems, handcycles, recumbents, etc, The 8km Fun ride is geared for younger riders and novices. All abilities are welcome as we celebrate diversity and inclusivity in cycling. The organisers are actively promoting the Para Category especially the Tandem event to the Disabled community and hope in this way to empower people and change lives. Finisher medals, fully stocked water points, and an exciting prize giving will be waiting for you at the finish. A feature of the prize giving will be the awarding of the winner of the popular Dis-Chem Foundation Donation draw. All cyclists who donate R50 or more on their entry will be entered into a draw to win an Orbea Gravel Bike from Cycle Lab valued at R45 000. Other great prizes are up for grabs and these will be drawn from 12h00. Why this event ALL proceeds go directly to supporting South African patients losing their vision due to retinal blinding conditions. The success and pace of research have added pressure to our cause as we need to ensure that imminent treatments are accessible to all eligible South Africans. Over the past 35 years, the event has raised over R10 Million to Retina SA’s research and empowerment projects The event is uniquely organised by a volunteer steering committee, all specialists in their fields of communications, disaster management, event management, and road cycling. This ensures that every rand raised goes directly to the cause and is not filtered through an events management company. Retina South Africa is the only patient-led NPO working to support and empower South Africans with retinal vision loss. We create awareness, advocate for better services for visually disabled people, and ensure that international trials and treatments are available to all South Africans. DATE: Sunday, 18 February 2024 VENUE: City Stadium, Jubilee Road, Boksburg, Gauteng. DISTANCES: 116 km, 62 km, and 8 km START TIMES: 06h15 – 116 km, 07h30 – 62 km, and 07h50 – 8 km PRIZE GIVING: 116km Super Classic (presented by Ensure). Graham Diesel Trophy for the first Master over the finish line in the 116km event. R77,900 will be allocated according to the Cycling South Africa Categories. 62km Category prizes in all age groups from U15 to Master. at 12h00. LUCKY DRAW: 12h00 CUT OFF AT THE FINISH: 14h00 ENTRIES CLOSE: Monday, 5 February 2024 START GROUPS: You will receive your start group and race number via SMS. COST: 116 km62 km8 km       (Limited Entries)R550 – IndividualR380 – IndividualR150 – IndividualR910 – TandemR650 – TandemR100 – Para IndividualR550 – E-BikeR380 – E-BikeR200 – Para TandemR500 – Para IndividualR350 – Para IndividualR100 – HandcycleR710 – Para TandemR550 – Para TandemR100 – Para GuideR500 – HandcycleR350 – HandcycleR50  – Day LicenseR210 – Para GuideR200 – Para Guide R50  – Day LicenseR50  – Day License  DIS-CHEM FOUNDATION DONATION DRAW: Add R50 or more to your entry and stand a chance to win an Orbea Terra Aluminium Gravel Bike valued at R45K, sponsored by CycleLab. Add R50 or more to your entry and stand a chance to win an Orbea Terra Aluminium Gravel Bike valued at R45K, sponsored by CycleLab. REGISTRATION: Thursday, 15 February 2024: 09h00 – 17h00: CYCLE LAB LYNNRIDGE MALL- No 1 Jacobson Street, Lynnwood Service Rd, Lynnwood Ridge, Pretoria. Tel: 012 003 2140 Friday, 16 February 2024: 09h00 – 17h00: CYCLE LAB FOURWAYS- 4 Ways Retail Park, Cnr William Nicol & Lesley Avenue, Fourways. Tel: 011 707 4700 Saturday, 17 February 2024: 09h00 – 14h00: CYCLE LAB BOKSBURG- Centric Park, Cnr Romeo Street & North Rand Road Tel: 011 823 3009 ROUTE INFORMATION: 116 km route There will be 6 waterpoints approximately 30 km apart on the route to ensure you stay hydrated. Waterpoint 1: 30 km from the stadium on the R61 just south of Alrode. Waterpoint 2: 55 km from the stadium on the R557 just before the West entrance to Suikerbosrand. Waterpoint 3: (Cut-off at 11:30) 72 km from the stadium on the R42 near the Café Roesta. Waterpoint 4: (Cut-off at 12:45)Approximately 93 km from the stadium on the R23 just beyond the R554 four-way stop. Waterpoint 5: On the 62 Km event 30km from the start. Waterpoint 6: At the finish line at the stadium. Route Profile 62 km route There will be 2 waterpoints approximately 30 km apart on the route to ensure you stay hydrated. Waterpoint 5: On the 62 Km event 30km from the start. Waterpoint 6: At the finish line at the stadium. Route Profile 8 km Fun route There will be a waterpoint at the finish line at the stadium. ROUTE MAP: View and download the GPX file here TIMING: To receive an official time, you will be required to buy an event timing board for R20. All results will be available on the FinishTime website after the event: All timing queries can be sent to support@finishtime.co.za. PREMIER SEEDING: The Dis-Chem Ride For Sight Super Classic route, 116km is an Official Premier Seeding event for the 2024 Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg and the 2025 Cape Town Cycle Tour. TRANSPORTATION: In support of the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight initiative, First Freight is pleased to offer transportation of your bicycle at a discounted price, this includes adaptive bikes and tandems!! Kindly enquire within sales@firstfreight.co.za / 011 387 7000. EVENT PARTNERS: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Dis-Chem Foundation Ensure DS 24 Biogen Gilette Transact CycleLab EMERGENCY & COMMUNICATION SERVICE: HAMNET EMERGENCY NUMBER: 082 550 2482 (on the day) Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Race to the SunWhen: 06/05/2023Where: Hartbeespoortdam, , Hartbeespoort, North WestCategory: GravelThe 160 km journey starts at the picturesque town of Hartbeespoort. The route races alongside the famous Brits canals, and traverses wondrous landscapes when passing through farming communities and townships toward Rustenburg before reaching your destination at the fabled resort of Sun City. Experience the true spirit of Mzanzi when you are greeted by the merry faces of eager children and local communities cheering you along when you race by. The terrain found en route is not technical and consists of mostly gravel roads, jeep track, tar sections and even some singletrack. Should the total distance of 160 km be daunting to some, consider entering a Team of two Relay and ride only half the distance to have the full experience. King Price Race to the Sun is designed to challenge, excite and inspire. Dare your inner adventurer. Seek the path ahead and Race to the Sun. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Race to the SeaWhen: 02/09/2023Where: , Franschhoek, Franschhoek, Western CapeCategory: GravelStarting in Franschhoek, the route takes you over the Franschhoek pass, past the Theewaterskloof dam, Botriver, Caledon, through the Hemel en Aarde Vallei to finish at the exclusive Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate in Hermanus. 100 scenic miles of gravel, asphalt and single track! It promises to be one of those indisputably unique events not to be missed. King Price Race to the Sea will have double the elevation punch than fellow King Price Race to the Sun at 2300 m, and riders may expect a true test in perseverance, but, oh, what a feeling of accomplishment to cross the finish line after conquering 100 miles of gruelling gravel! Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Cape Town Cycle Tour 2023When: 12/03/2023Where: Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, Western CapeCategory: RoadThe 45th Cape Town Cycle Tour, the biggest timed bike race in the world, will be held on Sunday, 12 March 2023. Primarily, the Cycle Tour provides a glorious day out for tens of thousands of cyclists, no matter the weather. For just one day of the year, human power rules the roads of the fairest cape in the whole circumference of the earth (Sir Francis Drake, 1579). It’s not all about riding legally on freeways, though; in the months following the Cycle Tour, millions of rand are ploughed back into the communities the 109km route crosses through the ongoing work of the event principals, the Pedal Power Association and the Rotary Club of Claremont. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Fedhealth MTB Challenge 2022When: 10/09/2022 - 11/09/2022Where: , Stellenbosch, Western CapeCategory: Mountain BikeCelebrating its 7th anniversary in 2022, the exhilarating Fedhealth MTB Challenge will return to the picturesque Blaauwklippen Wine Estate (Stellenbosch) on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September 2022. Entries OPEN on Wednesday 04 May 2022! Saturday, 10 September 2022 Event: 15km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Fun Ride) Start Time: 08:00 Entry Fee: R200.00 Event & Time: Fedhealth Kids MTB Events: not timed 500m / 1 – 5 years of age / 10:00 1.5km / 6 – 9 years of age / 10:30 5km / 10 – 13 years of age / 11:00 Start Time: 10:00 Entry Fee: R100.00 Sunday, 11 September 2022 Event: +- 60km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Marathon) Time:08:00 Entry Fee: R450.00 per rider (excludes CSA License) Event: +-30km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Half Marathon) Time: 08:30 Entry Fee: R350.00 per rider (excludes CSA License) CSA Temp License: R60.00 Entries Open: Wednesday 04 May 2022 Entries Close: Tuesday 06 September 2022 Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition 2022When: 03/06/2022 - 05/06/2022Where: , Kromriver, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeSince 2014, pushing boundaries and moving mountains have been synonymous with the Great Zuurberg Trek brand and the new E-edition will follow in the same gravel tracks. It has been a story of testing physical limits and organisers leaving no rock unturned in their mission to capture the imagination of a discerning audience. The next chapter – which embraces advances in technology – aims to make the original GZT relevant to a broader audience and a pacesetter in the ever-changing landscape of boutique mountain biking. With its birth in 2022, the Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition is a leap into the future as it embraces one of the fastest growing sectors of the sport. The collective mindset of events has always been to “accommodate” rather than “welcome” e-bikers, but the organisers of the GZT E-edition aim to turn chance into opportunity. With e-bikers seeking a thrill-a-minute experience rather than spending long hours under the African sun, organisers can hand-pick the very best trails from the traditional GZT route for the E-edition. The GZT-E stage race will be presented over three days, from June 3 to 5, 2022. Teams of two will line up for consecutive stages of approximately 63km, 55km and 50km respectively. In order to allow riders of varying skill- and fitness levels to ride together, organisers have agreed to accommodate traditional mountain bikes, either as teams or paired with the e-bikes. Stage 1 - 63km Stage 2 - 55km Stage 3 - 50km Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Amohela MTB Classic 2022When: 28/05/2022 - 29/05/2022Where: Clarens, , Clarens, Free StateCategory: Mountain BikeSet in the heart of the Eastern Freestate in and around the beautiful village of Clarens, this could well be South Africa’s highest altitude stage race and single day event at an average altitude of 1910m above sea level. The route meanders you through the foothills, shadows and streams of the mighty Maluti Mountains. The event takes in truly rugged terrain and some of the finest scenery of any multisport event in South Africa. The race is run through bush-clad gorges, valleys, sand stone mountains snaking between the Caledon and Ash River. Riders can choose to participate in one of 4 different single day or two day events suited to all levels of fitness. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: B-Well Around The Pot 2022When: 23/07/2022Where: , Swellendam, Swellendam, Western CapeCategory: GravelRiders will depart from Swellendam and will experience 160km of gravel road, racing towards the Potberg mountain. They will then cross the Malgas ferry in a 45min neutral zone before riding the last 60km back towards Swellendam. There will be a shorter 98km ride which will also make use of the famous ferry, as well as a 40km fun ride through the Bontebok National Park. Riders will experience a superbly well-organized event with some great goodie bags, well-stocked water points, and spectacular on-route scenery. Every rider will receive a roosterkoek at the Malgas ferry and a finisher hamburger with all food prepared by the local Buffeljagsrivier Primary School. The start and finish venue for this event will be the Swellendam Showgrounds. Safe parking, security, chill zones, and showers at the finish will add to a great rider experience for all. ATP’s main focus is ensuring that you, the riders have a fantastic time. We love a good vibe and to see you all enjoying yourselves. Above that, it is our priority to ensure that through this event, we are able to support the community, locals schools, and charities, in a positive way. 25 | 60 | 100 | 200 MILER Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Rooibos2Muisbos 2022When: 30/07/2022Where: Bergendal, , Citrusdal, Citrusdal, Western CapeCategory: Mountain BikeRooibos2Muisbos is a 1-day Mountain Biking event which will take place on 30 July 2022. There will be three distances, a 100km route a 55km route and a 30km route. The scenic routes passes over many privately owned farms and is non-technical. It is suitable for mountain-, gravel- and e-bikes. Please take note that the 100km is recommended for the experienced longer distance riders. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: GoSport Winter MTB Race @ Hazeldean ValleyWhen: 30/07/2022Where: Hazeldean Valley Trails, , Tyger Valley, GautengCategory: Mountain BikeGoSport Winter MTB Race @ Hazeldean Valley. Sat 30 Jul 2022, 07:00 Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tshipise MTB Challenge 2022When: 30/07/2022Where: Tshipise a Forever Resort, , Chipise, LimpopoCategory: Mountain BikeDate : 30 July 2022 Venue: Tshipise, A Forever Resort, Limpopo, South Africa Terrain: Bushveld | Gravel Roads | Jeep Tracks | Single Tracks Ascent: 65km | 35km | 10km | 2.5km Kiddies Ride Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Road Bike Series #4When: 23/07/2022Where: Kei Mouth Country Club, , Kei Mouth, Kei Mouth, Eastern CapeCategory: RoadRoad Bike Series Kei Mouth Country Club 08H00 Go to Event Page.

Event Name: South African National XCO ChampionshipsWhen: 02/07/2022Where: Happy Valley Conservancy, , Arboretum, Bloemfontein, Free StateCategory: Mountain Bike2 July South African National XCO Championships Happy Valley Conservancy, Bloemfontein Go to Event Page.