[Event] Attakwas Extreme

[Dryland Events]

Event Name: Attakwas Extreme
When: 17/01/2026
Where: Chandelier Game Lodge, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
Category: Mountain Bike

For two decades, the #AttakwasExtreme has been South Africa’s toughest one-day mountain bike race, pushing riders to their limits. Since its inception in 2007, it has earned legendary status as a must-do event on the mountain biking calendar.
On 17 January 2026, the 20th Edition of the #HellOfTheSouth promises to be more unforgettable than ever!

To celebrate this milestone, we’re extending the cut-off time by one extra hour—giving you 12 hours to earn that medal and finisher’s t-shirt.

This race is more than just a challenge—it’s a true test of endurance, resilience, and determination. Only the toughest #SurviveAttakwas. If you didn’t conquer it before, this is your chance to return stronger and embrace the challenge once more.

Go to Event Page.

[Jaconiel1]

Understand there is a major route change in 2026?? Or is that just gossip 😁 #attakwasextreme

[BlinkFan]

R/km became a bit more expensive 😛 

https://www.atta.co.za/route-tweaks-likely-to-produce-faster-hell-of-the-south-in-january-2026/

[Kylie]

On 11/25/2025 at 5:14 PM, Jaconiel1 said:

Understand there is a major route change in 2026?? Or is that just gossip 😁 #attakwasextreme

https://bikehub.co.za/news/route-tweaks-likely-to-produce-attakwas-extreme/

[babse]

seems like a walk in the park now....

 

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[The Tourminator]

I’ve got an entry up for grabs for substitution if anyone is interested. It’s an early bird entry so will let it go for what I paid for it. Unfortunately a work commitment came up and I can no longer participate in this event.

[SCD]

Is there a GPX file for the new route somewhere?