SILO MTB CHALLENGE 2026

Summary

Date :   14 MARCH 2026
Venue:  NTK Lehau SILO, Settlers, Limpopo, South Africa
Terrain: Bushveld | Gravel Roads | Jeep Tracks | Single Tracks
Distances:  70km  |  45km  |  25km  |  10km  | 5km / 10km Walk/Run (Register at venue for Walk/Run)

*Awesome Goody Bags - (Not to be missed - FIRST 300 ENTRIES) - Plus Finishers Medals

*CSA License applies - R70 for ALL MTB RACES - 70km / 45km / 25km / 10km*

*Limpopo Qualifier Race / CSA Sanctioned Event*

A Cycling South Africa membership license is required if you want to ride in the 10km, 25km, 45km or 70km race. Please supply your CSA number in the registration when prompt to. If you don't have a CSA license you will be charge a day license fee of R70. Please visit www.cyclingsa.com for more information 

Number Collections & Late Entries

Date :   13 March 2026 - Friday
Venue:  Jimmy's Cycle & Sport, (Nylstroom) Modimolle - 11 Nelson Mandela dr.
Times:   16:00 - 17:00

Date :   14 March 2026 - Saturday
Venue:  LEHAU SILO NTK, Settlers, Race Venue
Times:  05:30 - 07:00

Event Program

14 March - Saturday

Sat - 07:00 - Start 70km Batches
Sat - 07:15 - Start 45km Batches - (E-Bikes Welcome with prize giving category only in the 45km)
Sat - 07:30 - Start 25km Batches
Sat - 07:45 - Start 10km Batches 

11:00 - Prize Giving at Finish

Silo MTB Challenge – Hosted by Laerskool Nylstroom

Join the 2nd Silo MTB Challenge – Hosted by Laerskool Nylstroom

Get ready for an adventure like no other in the breathtaking Limpopo Bushveld, where the endless beauty of the “Springbokvlakte” awaits! Experience flowy trails through sunflower fields, vibrant farm crops, and an iconic silo. The routes bring exciting wild paths, fun single-tracks and jeep-tracks. All routes offer non-technical trails, making it perfect for newcomers, weekend warriors, professionals and riders just starting their MTB journey.

This family-friendly event is also a Limpopo Qualifying Event, adding extra excitement and competition. There’s something for everyone: entertainment, delicious food stalls, a beer garden to unwind, a wash-bay for bicycles, cool freebies, lucky draws, and a lively prize-giving ceremony to celebrate the day’s achievements.

Bring the whole family and immerse yourself in the peaceful farm atmosphere where adventure and tranquility come together for an unforgettable day!

70km • 45km • 25km • 10km

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ROUTE DESCRIPTION:

*MORE INFO AND ROUTE MAPS CLOSER TO EVENT*

10KM MTB FUN RIDE

This is a Sanctioned Limpopo Cycling event.

25KM MTB RACE:

This is a Sanctioned Limpopo Cycling event.

45KM MTB RACE:

This is a Sanctioned Limpopo Cycling event.

70KM MTB RACE:

This is a Sanctioned Limpopo Cycling event.

GENERAL RACE INFO:

• In order to create a safe and enjoyable venue for everyone who has entered, it is very important that all the Rules & Regulations strictly be adhered to when entering the Trails. Failure to adhere to the Rules & Regulations will result in the forfeiting your ride.
• The Venue, Trail operators, Employees and Companies involved can not be held liable for any Injury, Sickness, Theft or Loss occurred before, during or after entering the Venue 
• All riders (10km, 25km, 45km, 70km) must have a valid license.
  A day license must be purchased for R70 if you do not have one.
• All riders must wear protective headgear AT ALL TIMES.
  Failure may result in disqualification and or penalty.
• All CSA rules apply. Please go to www.cyclingsa.com to update yourself. Ignorance of any rule will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression. 
• All announcements and instructions made on Race day by the race director are binding.
• All queries regarding the results must be lodged with the time keepers within 30min after results are made available on race day.
• No race number, No result.

CATEGORIES INFO:

10km Prizes

25km Prizes

45km Prizes

Note Federation and Limpopo Colours for WOMEN in the 50km Class for 2026 - Full Categorie prizes for WOMEN

70km Prizes

Overall prizes for Men and Women - Categories ONLY for MEN

PARTNERS & SPONSORS:

CONTACT US:

For any inquiries, please contact us:

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