With the festive season comes some real challenges for the thrill seekers in our community. November had you hit the trails in Stellenbosch and the Helderberg, now we have some suggestions that will take you to new sights! If you’re on the hunt for a fun event that will keep you in the saddle this summer look no further… here’s what’s on in December:
The Stanford 100 Miler
Saturday, 07 Dec 2024
2024 will be the third instalment of the hugely successful Stanford 100 Miler, brought to you by the people who bring you the cycling circus deep in the heart of the Tankwa Karoo, The Tanqua Kuru Bicycle Race.
Choose between:
100 MILER - 169KM - 2358M - 80% DIRT
or
50 MILER - 77KM - 1365M - 90% DIRT
Top tip: Don't underestimate this route. Some say there are still a few riders out there.
Cost R1850 - 100 Miler or R1150 - 50 Miler
Event location: Stanford Hills Estate
Franschhoek 500
Friday, 27 Dec 2024 - Sunday, 29 Dec 2024
In the heart of the Western Cape, where vineyards whisper tales of centuries past, a different kind of adventure unfolds. The Franschhoek 500 Ultra Cycling Bikepacking Gravel Race, unlike the typical wine tour ride, is a daring exploration of the world's most exquisite gravel cycling roads.
With only 150 kilometers on smooth tarmac, the majority of the Franschhoek 500 Ultra Cycling Bikepacking Gravel Race spans over the region's finest gravel roads, promising an exhilarating journey for the daring cyclist.
Cost R2,150
Event location: Huguenot Memorial Monument
"Comotion" in the Klein Karoo
Saturday, 14 Dec 2024 - Monday, 16 Dec 2024
This two day event is aimed at having fun & getting away from the everyday stuff. Short enough stages so you can still have fun!
Stage One: 55km that starts off with gravel road and then heads into jeep track and takes out into the “wild” of the Klein Karoo, your water point is at the highest point on the Ezelsjacth farm. The stage ends with a gravel road downhill making sure you coming in fast to the Finish Line. Total ascent is 563m
Distance: 54km
Ascent: 563m
Start time: 07:00
WP: 33 km
Stage Two: the Queen stage takes you into Driekuilen Game Farm. At the top of Waboomsberg, at the Lookout point you will be spoiled with views all the way into Montagu and epic photo moments. This won’t be an easy 58km but something that you will remember. 1122m ascent.
Distance: 58km
Ascent: 1122m
Start Time: 07:00
WP: 38 km
Cost R1100 - R3895
Event location: Leeuwenboschfontein Guest Farm
FINOVO JAKKALBERRY GRAVEL/MTB EXTREME 108/47km
Saturday, 14 Dec 2024
Explore the untamed mountains on the Garden Route - Rolling hills and beautiful landscapes on the JAKKALBERRY Gravel/MTB Extreme race. There are two routes depending on how brave you are; 108 km Jakkalberry Extreme Gravel/MTB or the 47 km HalfJakk Gravel/MTB!
Cost R450 – R950
Event location: Redberry Farm
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