Race Info
All the essential information for riders — from registration and directions to rules and what to pack.
Registration
15:00–20:00
Collect race packs, tent/room numbers, village band.
From 06:00
Early arrivals can register from 06:00.
Directions to Glencairn Farm
From JHB or DBN: Take the N3 towards Howick/Merrivale. If coming from JHB, continue all the way to Howick — do not turn at Nottingham Road.
At Merrivale, take the R617 Howick/Underberg turnoff (signposted Bulwer/Underberg). Follow through Boston and Bulwer.
From Bulwer, continue approximately 40km to Underberg. In Underberg Main Street, at the Shell garage, turn onto the road to Himeville.
Travel 8.3 km, passing through the village of Himeville. Turn left onto the Sani Pass road (2 km after Himeville).
Continue 3.2 km — Glencairn Farm will be on your left.
29°42'03.81"S
29°29'29.29"E
Glencairn Farm, Himeville
Briefings
Day 1 Briefing
Friday 19:00
Day 2 Briefing
Saturday 18:00
All riders are strongly encouraged to attend the briefing before each stage. Essential updates about the route, safety, and event logistics will be shared.
Accommodation
Prices for 2 nights, 2 sharing
Glencairn Farm offers some truly beautiful options. These book out fast!
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard Canvas Tent with Mattresses | R1 150 |
| Standard Canvas Tent with Mattresses and Linen | R1 450 |
| Glamping Double Tent with Electricity | R3 030 |
| Glamping Double Tent without Electricity | R2 800 |
| Border Lester Stall | R3 960 |
| Oak Cottage | R4 200 |
| Ram Stable | R4 660 |
| Garden Back Room (sleeps 6) | R4 660 |
| Self-camping | R250 pp |
Outside Stay
Southern Drakensberg: drakensberg.org
Underberg Accommodation: underbergaccommodation.co.za
Batches
100 riders per batch
I am a racing snake
I am more social than a racing snake
I am social but don’t push up hills
I am social and push up some hills
Itinerary
Friday (Registration)
Saturday (Day 1)
Sunday (Day 2)
Packing List
Clothing & Personal
- Bathing suit (dam & slip ’n slide)
- Beanie, scarf, gloves (evenings)
- Casual clothes for after shower
- Cycling shorts, tops, socks (2 sets)
- Cycling shoes & gloves
- Warm trousers & windbreaker
- Slops / casual footwear
- Pillow (canvas tent)
- Sleeping bag (possible freezing temps)
- Towel
Bike Gear & Tools
- Helmet
- Pump
- Brake pads, dropout, chain, links, pins, bottom bracket
- Freewheel
- Cable ties & duct tape
- Lube
- Tubeless sealant, CO2 bombs, adapters, plugs
- Combo bike lock
- Gaiters / shoe covers
- GPS / heart rate monitor + chargers
Hydration & Nutrition
- Hydration pack & bottles (3L total)
- Energy bars, gels, snacks
Safety, Health & Electronics
- First aid kit (foil blanket, 3 dressings, 5 plasters, sunblock)
- Earplugs
- Sunblock & sunglasses
- Cellphone + charger (ICE details saved)
- Torch / headlight
Leave valuables like laptops, cameras and jewellery at home. We cannot take responsibility for valuables lost during the event.
Rules
Mountain bike events are conducted in the spirit of self-contained, self-reliant backcountry cycling. The final version of the rules will be communicated at the race briefing. All CSA rules apply.
E-Bike Rules
We welcome all E-bikes and will ensure you are well catered for. Please take note of the following:
- Due to the short distance of the day there will be no official battery changes.
- E-bikes will start in E batch, 35 minutes after the last normal bike batch.
- There will be no e-bike racing categories or prizes at the event.
- We will supply bike racks with power points at the race village. After your bike has been washed, rack it and ensure it is charging. Once charged, move it to the bike park.
- Extra battery charging is catered for at the official bike battery charging room. Bring your own chargers and adaptors compatible with SA 3-prong plugs. Make sure they are clearly labelled.