“The Grind”: Gravel Heaven or Hell Awaits!

Gauteng's Ultimate Gravel Test!!

We’re excited to announce that The Grind will now take place at Valley Lodge & Spa in Magaliesburg — a different venue, but still the same thrilling experience you know and love and it now also includes Trail Running!

Mark your calendars for February 7, 2026, as we bring you a mix of gravel grinding and trail running adventures in one epic day.

🚴‍♂️ Cyclists: Take on the 155km, 70km or 40km ride, filled with scenic routes and challenging terrain that promise a true Magalies experience.
🏃‍♀️ Runners: Hit the trails with 5km, 10km, or 15km options — perfect for every fitness level and spirit of adventure.

It may be a new venue, but The Grind still promises to deliver a fantastic ride and run, surrounded by the same vibrant community, breathtaking views, and pure outdoor energy that make this event unforgettable.

Get ready — Gravel Heaven or Hell still awaits

Distances & Entry Fees:

155km Ride

• Cost: R750 (Late Entry R850)

70km Ride

• Cost: R450 (Late Entry R550)

What’s Included:

• Race entry
• Stellantis Adventure Series points up for grabs
• Event shirt (If you enter and pay before 25 January 2026)
• Medical support
• Fully-stocked water tables
• Race timing
• Post-race hospitality area
• Prizes, lucky draws, and post-race relaxation
• Shower facilities
• Race medal
• Complimentary photos from the event

Race Number Pickup:

• When: Wednesday 4 February 2026, from 13.00 to 17.00
• Where: Cycle Lab, Fourways
• If you register at Cycle Lab, you will get a Cycle Lab Voucher for R100 and a discount off your next bike service

OR

• When: Saturday 7 February 2026, from 05:30 to 06:00
• Where: Valley Lodge & Spa – at the start

Important Dates:

• Entries Close: Sunday, 1 February
• To snag the event shirt, enter by: 25 January 2026

Join us for the ride of a lifetime, guaranteed to be smooth, slick, and unforgettable – the way only The Leverage Corporation does it.

Start Times - Updated 26 Jan

The start and finish venue is Valley Lodge & Spa, in Magaliesburg. Food and drinks will be on sale and there are shower facilities.

Cycling (Gravel / MTB)

• 06:30 – 150 km riders

• 07:00 – 70 km riders

• 07:15 – 40 km riders

Trail Run / Walk

• 07:30 – 15 km runners

• 07:45 – 10 km & 5 km runners / walkers

Important Start Instructions

• Please ensure you are in your allocated chute at least 10 minutes before your start time for the rider briefing.

• If you miss the rider briefing, any announcements or changes made will not be repeated.

• Arrive on time and be mindful of the start times of other participants.

• Marshals may stop runners or walkers to allow cyclists to pass. Cyclists have right of way and must be given priority before you are permitted to proceed.

• Late starts: If you arrive more than 15 minutes after your allocated start time, you will not be permitted to start. By that time, marshals will have left their posts and moved to new positions. Allowing a late start would result in you riding unsupported, which we are unable to permit.

What is the Stellantis Adventure Series?

Launched in 2026, the Stellantis Adventure Series unites five of Gauteng’s premier gravel and endurance events — The Grind, Luxliner Route 66, Magalies Rocks the Cradle, Cradle Mountain Trophy and Magalies Adventure — under one powerful new banner.

Through a partnership with The Leverage Corporation, Stellantis will provide prize money, media support, and a fleet of event vehicles. Riders will earn points at each race, with the series offering a R350 000 prize purse, including R100 000 each for the overall male and female winners. Across all events, the total prize pool will top R500 000.

Each event will pay podium prizes (top 5 men, top 3 women), and every round will include a highlights package on SuperSport.

Visit https://leveragecorporation.co.za/stellantis-adventure-series/ for more information.