Event Information (CSA Sanctioned Event)

When: 28 November 2020, Saturday. The race will start at 6h30 Sharp

Where: Hazeldean Valley Trails, Cowhouse Market

Times: Premises will open at 5h00, 80km will start at 6h30 SHARP, 60km thereafter and then the 40km.
We would like to keep the race a safe as possible and well hydrated, our timing system will be set for a staggered start. This way we will keep riders passing each other to a minimum and for everyone will benefit from an earlier start to prevent heat exhaustion. It will work as follows:
Distances, entry fees & starting times: 

• 80km | 771m - R300 - 6:30
• 60km | 502m - R250 - 7:00
• 40km | 370m - R200 - 7:10
• 20km - R150 - 8:00

Number Collection:

• Friday, 27 Nov (3-6 pm): Hotspot Cycles, click here for directions.
• Saturday, 28 Nov (5 am Onwards): Cowhouse Market - on the day entries available at R50 extra

Your entry will include the following

• Free bike wash & lube after the race by #QBike
• Chance to win a Norco MTB!!!!
• The choice between and a really special medal or craft beer from Hazeldean Brewery when you finish.
• Category & Spot Prizes worth more than R10,000
• Ample parking
• Early Start @ 6:30
• E-Bike options: Open, Single Speed & Tandem Categories only
• BoutTime will ensure for instant results on your phone and website as you finish, no more waiting
• Well stocked water/nutrition points,
  • 80km: Stations at 20km, 40km & 60km and Finish
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  • 60km: Stations at 20km, 40km and Finish
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  • 40km: Stations at 20km and Finish
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  • 20km: Stations at 10km and Finish

Why has the race move to "Hazeldean Valleys"?

• More options on greater trails in a 30km radius.
• Less district roads which mean that it is safer
• Brand new start venue @ Hazeldean Valley, Cowhouse
• Great market, craft beer from Hazeldean Brewing Co & Food stalls
• We plan to use the whole "block" for the race which means everything between Graham Rd, Silver Lakes rd, Old Bronkies Rd & Boschkop Rd

Route Profiles

20km Route

Will remain inside Hazeldean Valley Trails without any road crossings for safety reasons. It will be an easy route, safe and loads of fun, ideally suitable for kids & beginners.

40km Route | 350m

The 40km will remain inside Hazeldean Valley Trails where the riders will enjoy some flowing single track before heading back to the Cowhouse Market where everyone will receive a free bike wash by #QBike and the choice between a craft beer from Hazeldean Brewing Co. or a very unique and usable medal. The market will be open and there will be a live performance for the whole family to enjoy.

60km Route | 580m

The 60km will head-out to Rosemary Hill Trails where the riders will enjoy some flowing single track before heading out to the private farms where they will have the opportunity to ride on awesome trails before heading back to Hazeldean Valley Trails. Once the riders entered Hazeldean Valley Trails on approx the 40km mark, they will enjoy some of the best hand-selected single track, jeep track & farm roads before heading back to the Cowhouse Market where everyone will receive a free bike wash by #QBike and the choice between a craft beer from Hazeldean Brewing Co.. or a very unique and usable medal.

80km Route | 750m

The 80km will head-out to Rosemary Hill Trails where the riders will enjoy some flowing single track before heading out to the private farms where they will have the opportunity to ride on awesome trails before heading back to Hazeldean Valley Trails. Once the riders entered Hazeldean Valley Trails on approx the 40km mark, they will enjoy some of the best hand-selected single track, jeep track & farm roads before heading back to the Cowhouse Market where everyone will receive a free bike wash by #QBike and the choice between a craft beer from Hazeldean Brewing Co. or a very unique and usable medal. The market will be open and there will be a live performance for the whole family to enjoy.