Organiser
MTBAfrica
The Swartberg100 Gran Fondo starts and ends in Prince Albert, arguably one of the most attractive Karoo towns in South Africa, it covers 171 km of which there are 3 gravel sectors. The final climb is over the gravel Swartberg Pass, a relentless climb of 28 km with gradients of 16% as you reach the summit.
The Staffetta (Italian for relay race), follows the Gran Fondo Route and divides it exactly in 2 x 85.5 km stages. The first stage is suited to a rouleur and the second stage to a grimpeur type rider
The E-Fondo is for a pedal assisted e-bikes, 65km and 1900m a spectacular route over the Swartberg Pass, plenty of climbing.
The Medio Fondo - flat and fast 55km with 350m of ascent
Pricing:
Gran Fondo: R780.00
Staffetta (Gran Fondo Relay): 2 riders X R780.00
E-Fondo (E-Bikes only): R780
Medio Fondo: R250.00
More information: www.swartberg100.com
This event supports team entries for certain classes, but teams must consist of 2 participants per team.
Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Start Time | Price (pp) | 2 person team (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Fondo (170km 3000m ascent) | 171 km | 07:00 | R 780.00 | - |
| Staffetta - Gran Fondo Relay | 171 km Relay - 85.5km Roleur + 85.5km Grimpeur | 07:00 | - | R 780.00 |
| e-Fondo (65km 1900m ascent - for e-Bikes only) | 65 km | 07:30 | R 780.00 | - |
| Medio Fondo (55km) | 55 km | 08:30 | R 250.00 | - |
Event location
Prince Albert, Great Karoo, Prince Albert
| Route information | 1 hrs drive north of Oudtshoorn 2 hrs drive north of George From Cape Town on the N1, 80km after Laingsburg, turn right to Prince Albert, a tar road for 40km. |
| Coordinates | -33.220673, 22.036606 |
| Address | Hope Street, Prince Albert, Western Cape |
| City | Prince Albert |
| Province | Western Cape |