Organiser
Scuttle (Pty) Ltd
Refreshed, Revamped, Renewed – A #Ride4Everyone
Experience the amazing trails, picturesque views, tranquility and hospitality that small Breede Valley town of McGregor offers as we offer a mountain biking festival over the weekend of 11-13 September 2020.
For the Love of the Ride!
McClassic - 3 Day | 11 - 13 September 2020 |
| McLite - 2 Day (NEW!) | 12 - 13 September 2020 |
Venue: | McGregor, Western Cape (Cnr of Church & Voortrekker str) |
Location: | |
| Route options: | Long Route +/- 60km per day Short Route +/- 40km per day |
| Entries Close: | 15 August 2019 |
With the same start and finish location every day riders have the chance to enjoy a morning of action-packed riding and then relax with family and friends in the afternoon. The route offers challenge and reward for all levels of cyclists.
Experience proper mountain biking trails covering various terrain with beautiful views of the valley and surroundings of McGregor.
It is a unique opportunity to explore this remote region of the cape on a mountain bike by getting access to routes and trails you wouldn’t on any other day. The riding is typically ‘Karoo’ – more rugged and technical than many of the other more groomed trails that see countless wheels per year.
The Long Route - A good challenge to the racing snakes, but still doable for the weekend warriors (who likes and have experience in un-groomed single track). It offers big views & rewards all around. The first few kilometres each day are on open roads to get everyone settled in, but then we take it up a notch. Following mostly single and jeep track, the trail will keep you on your toes.
The Short Route - If you are a keen mountain biker at heart, but not as fit as you would like to be, or not up for 60km per day, this is for you. Still proper, still a good challenge, but just not that far. Generally, the short route follows the same direction as the long route, with some shortcuts and a bit more gravel roads.
The event is known for its festive and relaxed atmosphere, and we welcome your family and friends to be a part of the event weekend.
Route & Categories
Categories | |
McClassic 3 DAY - Long (60km per day) | Solo (Open Men and Women) Teams (Mens, Women, Mixed) E Bikes Riders must be 15 years and older |
McClassic 3 DAY - Short (40km per day) | Solo only (Open Men and Women) E Bikes Riders must be 13 years and older |
McLite 2 DAY – Long (60km per day) | Solo only (Open Men and Women) E Bikes Riders must be 15 years and older |
McLite 2 DAY – Short (40km per day) | Solo only (Open Men and Women) E Bikes Riders must be 13 years and older |
McOneDayOnly – Sat. 12 Sept. (for supporters/family/public) Long Route Short Route | (ENTRIES OPENING JUNE 2020) Solo Only (no prize categories) Riders must be 15 years and older Solo Only (no prize categories) Riders must be 13 years and older |
| Fun Trail Run – Sat. 12 Sept. (for supporters/family/public) | (ENTRIES OPENING JUNE 2020) |
*Prizes awarded to categories with 5+ Teams and 15+ Solo entries (excluding E-Bikes)
Entry Fees
Entry Type | EARLY BIRD | STANDARD ENTRY FEE |
McClassic – LONG & SHORT *Entry Fee incl. Sat. Festival Dinner | R3,465.00 per rider | R3,850.00 per rider |
McLite – LONG & SHORT *Entry Fee incl. Sat. Festival Dinner | R2,610.00 per rider | R2,900.00 per rider |
McOneDayOnly - Sat. 12 Sept. Fun Trail Run - Sat. 12 Sept. *Entries opening June 2020 | n/a | Entries opening June 2020 |
* Monthly Payment Plans available - read below!
Entry Fee Includes:
- Event race pack with event souvenirs
- NEW! Sat. Festival Spit Braai Dinner (supporter meals and vegetarian option available)
- McGregor community projects contribution - R100
- 2 Water Points daily, well stocked with delicious snacks & drinks
- Recovery drink and snacks at the finish line
- Namgear bike wash daily (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
- Finisher Medal
- Timed event results
- Land/Nature reserve access permits
- Medical support on and off route
- Race village access to relax and socialize post event, including kids play area
- Coffee, food, bar and wine stalls available
- Shower & Toilet facilities
Additional services:
- Meal packages (participants & supporters)
- Massages
- Bike Transfers from nationwide
- Bike Tech Services
- Kids Day Care
- Event Cycling Jersey
- Event Cotton T-Shirt
- Accommodation - book via McGregor Tourism
Payment Plans
- Payment plans are available for all participants when entering online
- Create your own payment plan by selecting the "Payment Plan" options at check out.
- Select the number of months and date of payment to be made.
- Amount will be debited from your account automatically.
- All entry fee payments need to be completed by entries closing date.
- Please note T&C for entry cancellations
Entry Changes
- You may downgrade (for example from Long to Short, or 3 to 2 days) at any time up until closing of entry date via the race office([email protected]).
- Downgrade refunds will be subject to a 10% service fee
- Downgrade can also be done at event registration at the event, provided that the respective race is not sold out. NO REFUNDS will be given at this time.
- You may upgrade your event (for example from Short to Long or 2 to 3 days) at any time up until closing of entry date via the race office ([email protected]). There after registration at the event, provided that the respective race is not sold out.You will need to cover the difference of the entry fee at the given date.
Substitutions
- Substitutions pre-event are allowed until 15 August 2020 via email [email protected] – No substitution fee applies.
- There after substitutions will take place at event registration (10 September), you will need to provide your substitute with a copy of your entry, copy of your ID and a letter of permission to transfer entry – R50.00 substitution fee applicable.
Injury or illness
- Please note that should you suffer/experience an injury or illness pre-event (after the below mentioned refund dates) NO refunds will be given (doctors letter/certificate not accepted). You are however welcome to get a substitution in your place as mentioned above.
- No entries can or will be carried over to the following year.
Refunds & Cancellation Policy
- Payment plan entries:
- 80% refund if cancellation is received before 1 May 2020
- 50% refund if cancellation is received between 1 May – 31 May 2020
- 0% refunds if cancellation is received after 1 June 2020
- Paid entries:
- 80% refund if cancellation is received before 1 May 2020
- 50% refund if cancellation is received between 1 May – 31 May 2020
- 40% refund if cancellation is received between 1 June – 30 June 202
- 20% refund if cancellation is received between 1 July – 31 July 2020
- 0% refunds if cancellation is received after 31 July 2020
- Refunds on any event mechanise before 31 July 2020 is subject to a 10% service fee
- NOTICE: Refund Policy should the event have to be cancelled due to the COVID-19 implications: Repayment of the entry fee, less 5% service fee incurred on entry facilitation OR entrants can request to carry the entry over to 2021.
More information: www.ride2nowhere.co.za
This event supports team entries for certain classes, but teams must consist of 2 participants per team.
Event location
McGregor Dutch reformed Church Grounds, McGregor
| Route information | |
| Coordinates | -33.930896, 19.822975 |
| Address | Cnr of Voortrekker Road & Church Street |
| City | McGregor |
| Province | Western Cape |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07