The Ultimate Cycling Experience | Take on the Beast of Magalies

Embark on an unforgettable adventure at the Kärcher Beast of Magalies with Drake Cycle Tours.  Ride this exciting event with South Africa’s premier cycling tour operator in the stunning Magaliesburg region.  Select your challenge from two thrilling route options: 135km and 75km. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual enthusiast, this is your opportunity to test your limits, immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery, and soak up the infectious excitement of our community. Join us for an epic day of cycling, camaraderie, and fun – let’s tame the Beast together!

Beast of the East Outride (Gravel/Mountain Bike)

Big Beast 135km - R650 (Gravel/Mountain Bike/E-Bike)

Small Beast 75km – R500 (Gravel/Mountain Bike/E-Bike)

NAVIGATION

Use a GPS | Follow The Signs

When riding the Beast of Magalies, use a GPS device with our provided gpx files to stay on track. While we provide signage, it can be turned around or removed by the locals .  The Drake Cycle Tours team always drops a sign at every turn or route split, but don’t solely rely on the signage to get around.

Why use a GPS device?

* Stay on course and avoid getting lost
* Live navigation rerouting should you take a wrong turn

Ride with confidence

Download our gpx files and use a GPS device to:
* Focus on the ride and enjoy the scenery
* Monitor your progress and make adjustments as needed

Get ready for an unforgettable ride! gpx Files will be sent out to all entrants closer to the event date.

RIDER SAFETY

Safety is one of our biggest concerns when we think cycling in South Africa, whether it be on tar or dirt roads. The amazing Think Bike Marshals will be on hand to assist with traffic control and do their best to ensure your safety is priority along the route.

𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘨𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘦 𝟷𝟶𝟶% 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦, 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘥𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦.

Our aim is to make this ride safe, enjoyable and to give you the opportunity to ride your bike with the best support possible.

With the Think Bike Marshals we have consistently been in good hands on every event and are confident we can achieve this at every event ahead.

WATER POINTS

GROUP INFO

Start Times

07H00 | Big Beast – 135km
07H05 | Small Beast – 75km

Rider Cut-off Times:

Drake Events Management has the right to ask anyone to get into the support vehicles along the route, should they feel that the rider is not keeping up with the pace. Should you be asked to load into a vehicle, the decision has been made with your safety in mind, as well as the experience of all the riders.

Group Dynamics

– This is not a race!
– Ride at your own pace.
– There is a minimum speed enforced and cut off at the water points. If you do not make it in the cut-off time, you will be asked to load you into the support vehicle and you will be taken to the finish in the vehicle.
– We cannot allow leniency on cut-of times as a delayed water point effects the operational planning of the event, as well as for rider safety to not be out on course alone.

ACCOMMODATION

Wake up and enjoy the drive-free morning. Take a stroll across to the start area with ease after a safe and comfy evening in one of Greensleeves convenient little guest rooms.

Spend a night in one of the lovely bedrooms. All rooms sleep two people and the next morning join them in the Barons Deli for a scrumptious breakfast. Greensleeves have four standard suites and one Honeymoon suite. Better than spending the night in the stables.

For accommodation bookings, contact Lani – 083 229 5677 or e-mail [email protected] or visit greensleeves.co.za