Hero Adventure Posted July 20, 2018 Posted July 20, 2018 Event Name: "The Rock" MTB Stage Race and Trail FestWhen: 28 September 2018 - 30 September 2018Where: Malmesbury Sports Grounds, Spice Route and Rhebokskloof, Western CapeCategory: MTBPAARL PLAYS HOST TO ‘THE ROCK’ TRAIL FEST AND MTB STAGE RACE To view the official The Rock promotional video, go to:https://vimeo.com/273857541For more information go to www.therockrace.co.za or email info@therockrace.co.za Paarl’s biggest mountain-bike and trail run festival comes to Spice Route and Rhebokskloof over the weekend of 28-30 September 2018 with lots of entertainment and fun activities to cater for mountain-bikers and trail runners as well as their families.“The Rock” Mountain Bike Stage Race and Trail Fest presents a 3-day mountain-bike stage race as well as seven other individual races for mountain-bikers and trail runners which take place at Spice Route and Rhebokskloof over the weekend.ABOUT THE ROCK MTB STAGE RACEDay 1 Malmesbury – Rhebokskloof: 54km - 1300m elevationDay 2 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 48km - 1000m elevationDay 3 Spice route – Rhebokskloof: 48km - 1300m elevationSaturday 29 September 2018 is the big hosting day at Spice Route. The destination artisan village hosts the finish of “The Rock” MTB Stage race while the following events will also start and finish at Spice Route as part of the Trail Fest:07h30: 21km Trail Run08h00: 25km MTB Traverse08h30: 10km MTB Family Traverse10h00: 5km kiddies MTB (FREE!) The Rock moves to Rhebokskloof on Sunday 30 September with the following events starting and finishing at Rhebokskloof:07h15: 48km MTB single day (R300)07h15: 10km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (R140)07h30: 5km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (R80)09h00: 2km Kiddies Obstacle Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (FREE!) “The Rock” is organised and presented with all participants as the main focal point of the events and ticks all the boxes which are vitally important for runners and mountain-bikers.“No frills, no fuss… just great trails, tough racing, wonderful camaraderie, and great hospitality – all without a hefty price tag,” assures race director Darren Herbst from Hero Adventure.The entry fee for the 3-stage race is R1200 per rider and entry fees for the various single day Trail Fest offerings are kept affordable to enable as many riders and runners as possible to enjoy the weekend in the City of Drakenstein.Drakenstein Municipality has launched a concerted drive to establish Paarl as preferred adventure sport destination in South Africa and “The Rock” represents a cornerstone event in their efforts.“Participant satisfaction, well-being and enjoyment of the races are our primary and utmost goals and we work tirelessly to deliver legendary and unforgettable mountain bike and trail run experiences,” says Herbst.“Paarl is brimming with tradition and history, and the riding and trail running terrain on the Paarl Mountain simply has no equal in South Africa,” says Herbst.The Rock takes place in beautiful surroundings and at an applicable time of the year with little chance of rain and mild temperatures while the trails are in sublime shape following the delightful winter rains.The event is one month prior to FNB Wines2Wales which presents riders with the perfect training weekend.Off the bike a world filled with great food, entertainment and activities await the entire family at Paarl’s biggest trail bash.The racing is hosted in vibey upbeat race villages, boasting lots of entertainment, live bands, stacks of fun activities and a range of artisan culinary delights.According to Herbst, Spice Route is among the top tourist attractions in South Africa. “The venue is popular with the public and includes award winning restaurants, chocolate-, wine- and gin tasting, neat toilets, ample parking, and large event areas – perfectly suited to the hosting of mass participation events.”“The trails and facilities at the venue allow us to host The Rock in a secure and safe environment,” he concluded.WEEKEND SCHEDULEFRIDAY: 07h00: MTB Stage Race Day 1: Malmesbury – Rhebokskloof: 54km - 1300m elevation07h15: 54km MTB single day (R300) SATURDAY: 07h00: Stage Race Day 2 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 48km - 1000m elevation07h15: 48km MTB single day (R300)07h30: 21km Trail Run at Spice Route (R250)08h00: 25km MTB Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route (R140)08h30: 10km MTB Family Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route (R80)10h00: 5km kiddies MTB – start and finish at Spice Route (FREE!) SUNDAY:07h00: Stage Race Day 3 Spice Route – Rhebokskloof: 48km - 1300m elevation07h15: 48km MTB single day (R300)07h15: 10km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (R140)07h30: 5km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (R80)09h00: 2km Kiddies Obstacle Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof (FREE!)Go to Event Page
Karman de Lange Posted July 26, 2018 Posted July 26, 2018 Stupid question, its cheaper todo each day individually (R900) than the 3 day stage race (R1200) .. so what do one get extra on the 3 day stage race for the extra R 300, I don't see any anything ?
Oufy MTB (Roadie) Posted September 23, 2018 Posted September 23, 2018 I would also be interested to know
Karman de Lange Posted September 23, 2018 Posted September 23, 2018 I would also be interested to knowConfirmed with orginisers, can do three days at R900 but dont get timing overall and no medal
JohanDiv Posted October 3, 2018 Posted October 3, 2018 Only seeing now that they posted this event on bikehub. Jeez this was a fun event, best of the year so far for me!! I think it's going to get big in a few years time. Well organized, awesome singletracks 95% of the route, well stocked water and food tables. And a massive plus point that the finishline on all three days end at places like Rhebokskloof and Spice Route that instantly create a great atmosphere with restaurants, beers, enough seating and shade to chill there the entire day. I can think of big events that has been going on for 20 years that lack in this department. Also perfect timing to get the stage race legs going before Wines 2 Whales. milky4130 1
milky4130 Posted October 3, 2018 Posted October 3, 2018 Got to agree there is just something about riding some new events & trails when still in their infant stages, loved it, was not too short & not long either.
Hero Adventure Posted November 21, 2018 Author Posted November 21, 2018 THE ROCK 2019 ENTRIES OPEN - STAGE RACE LIMITED TO 500 RIDERS 20% EARLY BIRD ENTRY DISCOUNT The Rock Mountain-Bike and Trail Run Festival comes to Paarl's Spice Route Destination and Rhebokskloof Estate from 27-29 September 2019 with lots of entertainment and fun activities to cater for mountain-bikers and trail runners as well as their families. Entries for the very popular 3-day Mountain-Bike Stage race and all the single day MTB and trail run options are now open. Riders who enter any of the events before 4 December 2018 receive a 20% discount on their entries. The stage race is limited to 500 riders on a first come first served basis – riders can enter solo or as two-rider teams. To view the 2018 Race Highlights video, go to https://vimeo.com/294167493 For more info and to enter go to www.therockrace.co.za Follow the event on Facebook @therockrace The Rock Mountain Bike and Trail Festival, in partnership with Paarlberg BMW, presents a 3-day mountain-bike stage race as well as seven other individual races for mountain-bikers and trail runners which take place at Spice Route Destination and Rhebokskloof Estate. ABOUT THE ROCK MTB STAGE RACEDay 1 Malmesbury – Rhebokskloof: 54km - 1300m elevationDay 2 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 43km - 950m elevationDay 3 Spice route – Rhebokskloof: 48km - 1300m elevationSaturday 28 September 2019 is the big hosting day at Spice Route Destination. The destination artisan village hosts the finish of “The Rock” MTB Stage race with live bands and lots of entertainment while the following events will also start and finish at Spice Route as part of the Trail Fest: 07h00: 21km Trail Run08h45: 25km MTB Traverse09h15: 10km MTB Family Traverse10h30: 5km kiddies MTB The Rock moves to Rhebokskloof Estate on Sunday 29 September with the following events starting and finishing at Rhebokskloof: 07h15: 10km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof07h30: 5km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof09h00: 2km Kiddies Obstacle Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof The entry fee for the 3-stage race is an affordable R1350 per rider to enable as many riders as possible to enjoy the weekend in the City of Drakenstein. WEEKEND SCHEDULE FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2019: 07h00: MTB Stage Race Day 1: Malmesbury – Rhebokskloof: 54km - 1300m elevation07h15: 54km MTB single daySATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 2019:07h00: Stage Race Day 2 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 48km - 1000m elevation07h15: 48km MTB single day Rhebokskloof – Spice Route07h00: 21km Trail Run at Spice Route08h45: 25km MTB Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route09h15: 10km MTB Family Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route10h30: 5km kiddies MTB – start and finish at Spice RouteSUNDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2019:07h00: Stage Race Day 3 Spice Route – Rhebokskloof: 48km - 1300m elevation07h15: 48km MTB single day Spice Route - Rhebokskloof07h15: 10km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof07h30: 5km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof09h00: 2km Kiddies Obstacle Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof For more information go to www.therockrace.co.za or email info@therockrace.co.za
Jan3 Posted November 27, 2018 Posted November 27, 2018 Well organized event with nice single track and it cater for the whole family,will definitely be there next year ????????
Hero Adventure Posted November 28, 2018 Author Posted November 28, 2018 Don't miss the ENTRY DEADLINE for early birds! All participants who enter before Tuesday 4 December 2018, pay 20% less! For a stage race entry it equates to R1080 per rider.
Hero Adventure Posted August 16, 2019 Author Posted August 16, 2019 ROUTES ANNOUNCED FOR ‘THE ROCK’ MTB AND TRAIL RUN FESTIVAL The routes for this year’s edition of ‘The Rock’ MTB and Trail Run Festival, presented by McCarthy Bidvest Toyota Paarl, have been confirmed. Paarl’s biggest mountain-bike and trail run festival takes place on 27-29 September this year and entries are filling up fast! To view and read all about the MTB routes, click here: http://therockrace.co.za/the-routes/ To view ad read all about the Trail Run routes, click here: http://therockrace.co.za/the-trail-routes/ To view the Race Highlights video, go to https://vimeo.com/294167493 For more info go to www.therockrace.co.za or email info@therockrace.co.za
Skubarra Posted August 16, 2019 Posted August 16, 2019 ROUTES ANNOUNCED FOR ‘THE ROCK’ MTB AND TRAIL RUN FESTIVAL Entered and looking forward to your event Hero Adventure Hope you guys can grow this into a massive occasion Route looks great, always like riding at Rhebokskloof & Paarl Rock. That singletrack on the plain between Fairview and the N1 though... dull as dishwater, would be great if you can incorporate the welvanpas/wild boar trails in future.
Hero Adventure Posted September 18, 2019 Author Posted September 18, 2019 ONE WEEK LEFT TO ENTER FOR ‘THE ROCK’! Participants have one week left to enter for ‘The Rock’ MTB and Trail Run Festival, which is presented by Bidvest McCarthy Toyota next weekend on the slopes of the Paarl Mountain. Entries close on Wednesday 25 September. The following events are on offer at The Rock MTB and Trail Run Festival: THE ROCK 2-DAY MTB RACESaturday 28 Sept: Day 1 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 55km - 1000m elevationSunday 29 Sept: Day 2 Spice route – Rhebokskloof: 42km - 1200m elevation THE ROCK 2-DAY TRAIL RUNSaturday 28 Sept: Day 1 Rhebokskloof – Spice Route: 21.8km – 568 elevation Sunday 29 Sept: Day 2 Spice Route – Rhebokskloof: 19.8km – 720m elevation Saturday 28 Sept:5km kiddies MTB – start and finish at Spice Route25km MTB Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route10km MTB Family Traverse – start and finish at Spice Route Sunday 29 Sept:09h45: 2.5km Kiddies Trail Run/walk – start and finish at Rhebokskloof10h30: 10km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof10h45: 5km Trail Run – start and finish at Rhebokskloof Click to get the lowdown on the weekend’s events: http://therockrace.co.za/
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