[Event] Darling Brew Extreme (DBX)

[Wannabe]

Under correction, but I spoke to Gent a few months who said he is on the "new" planning committee for the DBX, and that they made great strides in repairing the relations with the landowners in order for the DBX to return to most of its old route, and some new and exciting sections added. Not boring anymore, he said.

 

[SuikerBossie]

Where can one get a copy of the route maps and profile ?

[Anthem24]

9 hours ago, SuikerBossie said:

Where can one get a copy of the route maps and profile ?

https://darlingbrew.co.za/pages/dbx

Unless you're wanting the gpx files

[Gerald08]

Is it possible to do the DBX on a gravel bike or is it strictly mountain bikes only?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

[Shebeen]

26 minutes ago, Gerald08 said:

Is it possible to do the DBX on a gravel bike or is it strictly mountain bikes only?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

it's a mtb race. back to Wolvefontein too....Kevin does all the mtb stuff from Living Colour (trailhead+restaurant) and in the area.

 

For 2025, we’re taking DBX back to its roots! One of the event’s original founders, Kevin Wood, has personally mapped out this year’s routes—riding each one himself to craft an authentic and thrilling experience.

We’ve also worked closely with the local farming community to open up exclusive, off-the-beaten-path trails that are normally inaccessible to the public. You’ll get to ride stunning, untamed Darling landscapes—at your own pace, in your own time. We provide the routes, you create the experience.

[Skubarra]

6 hours ago, Gerald08 said:

Is it possible to do the DBX on a gravel bike or is it strictly mountain bikes only?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

From my experience of the trails in that general area it would likely be possible on a gravel bike but unlikely to be fun on a gravel bike 

[cadenceblur]

6 hours ago, Shebeen said:

it's a mtb race. back to Wolvefontein too....Kevin does all the mtb stuff from Living Colour (trailhead+restaurant) and in the area.

 

For 2025, we’re taking DBX back to its roots! One of the event’s original founders, Kevin Wood, has personally mapped out this year’s routes—riding each one himself to craft an authentic and thrilling experience.

We’ve also worked closely with the local farming community to open up exclusive, off-the-beaten-path trails that are normally inaccessible to the public. You’ll get to ride stunning, untamed Darling landscapes—at your own pace, in your own time. We provide the routes, you create the experience.

Looks like this will be an option for me next year. Was always a favourite up until the change of ownership / organiser / routes. 

[Charles71]

GPX file has been sent via e-mail to all entrants. Loading it on Garmin Connect shows an elevation profile of sub 1000m elevation, anyone else getting similar results ?
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/362140638

[Sandri]

37 minutes ago, Charles71 said:

GPX file has been sent via e-mail to all entrants. Loading it on Garmin Connect shows an elevation profile of sub 1000m elevation, anyone else getting similar results ?
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/362140638

Yes getting same result

[Mamil]

On 5/27/2025 at 5:57 PM, Skubarra said:

From my experience of the trails in that general area it would likely be possible on a gravel bike but unlikely to be fun on a gravel bike 

Master of understatement

[LeoKnight]

On 5/29/2025 at 9:13 PM, Sandri said:

Yes getting same result

Think the route was changed:

vs GPX File:

 

[Rouxenator]

Went for EZ mode and did the 35km, it was good.

 

 

[Charles71]

Did the 70 with a mate, took it easy and enjoyed the singletrack section and some mid ride wine. 

Edited June 1, 2025 by Charles71

[Rouxenator]

When will the routes be out for this year's DBX?