Events/Races
Takealot East Rand Classic MTB
MTB Event
Date: 04 Apr 2020 • Time: from 08:00
Distance: 50km, 25km
Cost: 50km (R280), 25km (R200)
Start Address:
P9 Long Term Parking OR Thambo Airport
Number Collection:
ASG Concept Store, Olympus Village, Pretoria
Thursday 2 April 2020, from 09:00 – 17:00
OR
Wanderers Club, 21 North Street, Illovo
Friday 3 April 2020, from 09:00 – 17:00
Additional Information:
You will be required to produce your valid CSA license or proof of provincial affiliation at registration or you will be required to purchase an event license. For all the new CSA Racing and Licensing Rules and Regulations please visit the CSA website, click here.
This event is timed using the RaceTec MTB Timing Board and not the orange RaceTec chip. You can buy your timing board with your online entry at R50 each. If you already have a Racetec timing board you can use that for the event.
For more information, click here
August 27 2019 By Cresta Wheelers
The Discovery 947 Ride Joburg MTB Ride 2019
MTB Event
Date: 09 Nov 2019 - 10 Nov 2019
Distance: 55km, 25km, 10km
Cost: 55km (R385), 25km (R285), 10km (R180)
Start Address:
Steyn City
The Discovery 947 Ride Joburg MTB Ride is back with a revitalised look, purpose and the chance for you to conquer new routes on your mountain bike! The NEW home of the MTB Ride, Steyn City – offers the most thrilling rides in Joburg on their stunning hand-cut routes.
Taking place on Saturday, 9 November and Sunday, 10 November, the Discovery 947 Ride Joburg MTB is part of Discovery’s commitment to getting 100-million people 20% more active by 2025. This is your chance to move more and be part of one of the most versatile and challenging MTB rides in South Africa.
Saddle up and choose your adventure with the 10km, 25km or 55km routes. Pass dams, cross bridges, spot wildlife and revel in the freedom of nature as you tame the wild side of Joburg! The new host, Steyn City, welcomes you to the BEST of your life with loads of outdoor facilities designed with active families in mind!
The entry-level 10km (taking place on Saturday, 9 November) is a family-friendly route and great introduction into mountain biking that is manageable for all levels, including children that have outgrown the Kids Ride. All contained within Steyn City, this route will once again make you feel like you are somewhere far from a big city, with incredible bird life and good (not-so-clean) mountain biking fun!
The 25km (taking place on Sunday, 10 November) is suitable for beginner and intermediate riders and is still on a completely separate route from the 55km. The route will take you outside of Steyn City, into the beautiful, somewhat untouched, Helderfontein – with thanks to Century Property Developments. Riding around natural dams, taking in bird life, you’ll believe you are somewhere far from the rat race in this beautiful little gem. Returning to Steyn City, you’ll ride newly built trails on your way back to the finish, showcasing some of the lovely greenbelts, bridges and underpasses built especially for the permanent trails within Steyn City and on offer to residents for the rest of the year.
The 55km (taking place Sunday, 10 November) is a test for the skill, pace and endurance of fit and technically proficient riders. Steyn City offers newly built trails that have been created for long-term use by residents, which now provide us with fun bridges and hand cut single track. The 55km route will once again go out through Heron Bridge College into Northern Farm, for a unique reversed route through there.
Whichever route you choose to tame, get pumped for the Discovery 947 Ride Joburg MTB Ride.
Entries close 4 October.
August 27 2019 By Cresta Wheelers
Carnival City Macsteel National MTB Race 2019
MTB Event
Date: 26 Oct 2019 • Time: from 07:00
Distance: 60km, 30km, 12km
Cost: 60km (R280), 30km (R220), 12km (R50)
Start Address:
Carnival City, Brakpan
Number Collection:
Cycle Lab Lynwood, Pretoria
Wednesday 23 October 2019, from 10:00 – 17:00
OR
Cycle Lab Megastore, Fourways;
Thursday 24 October 2019, from 10:00 – 18:00
OR
Cycle Lab Boksburg;
Friday 25 October 2019, from 10:00 – 17:00
OR
Carnival City, Brakpan
Saturday 26 October 2019, from 05:00 – 07:00
Additional Information:
You will be required to produce your valid CSA license or proof of provincial affiliation at registration or you will be required to purchase an event license. For all the new CSA Racing and Licensing Rules and Regulations please visit the CSA website, click here.
This event is timed using the RaceTec MTB Timing Board and not the orange RaceTec chip. You can buy your timing board with your online entry at R50 each. If you already have a Racetec timing board you can use that for the event.
(12km race will not be timed, therefor you will not need to purchase a board!)
For more details, click here
August 27 2019 By Cresta Wheelers
The Cool Ideas Magalies MTB
MTB Event
Date: 28 Sep 2019 - 29 Sep 2019 • Time: from 08:00
Distance: 60km, 50km, 25km
Cost: 60km & 50km (R650), or 65km (R320), 50km (R280), 25km (R165)
Start Address:
The Cog & Sprocket
Mountain Biking
The Magalies MTB Adventure offers 2 stages. Riders have a choice however.
Ride Saturday and Sunday – The Cool Ideas Magalies Adventure – 65km & 50km
Ride Saturday only – The Saturday Mini Magalies – 65km
Rider Sunday only – The Sunday Mini Magalies – 50km & 25km
Saturday the 28th of September
Stage 1 will commence on Saturday the 28th of September, and this will be a distance of 65km. Here there will be a good mix of dirt road, jeep track and single track, and some technical ascents and descents. Please note that this is a fairly tough stage, and we do advise you to be reasonably fit.
After your race, you will have the chance to freshen up, and enjoy the afternoon with a few cold ones, or order something tasty from The Cog & Sprocket.
Sunday the 29th of September
Stage 2 will commence on the Sunday the 29th of September, and will be a distance of 50km, again offering a good mix of all that makes mountain biking the sport that it is.
We also have a special 25km route for the younger and “not-so-fit” riders.
Once you have finished, you will have the chance to freshen up, grab something to eat and drink before the final prize giving along with some fun lucky draw prizes.
Of course, after all the excitement, you will also can enjoy your favourite liquid refreshment at the Cog & Sprocket.
The Blossom Applewhite Memorial Ride – Sunday the 29th of September
In September 2018, a good friend and loyal support of The Leverage Corporation rides, Mike “Blossom” Applewhite suffered a sudden heart attack and died.
In memory of Bloss, we introduced in 2018, the Blossom Memorial Ride. Mike was a passionate supporter of the Bara Burns Unit. And so too we have adopted the Bara Burns Unit as our preferred Bloss Charity.
If you enter on the Sunday, R50 from your entry will go to the Bara Burns Unit. They will also be in attendance on the Sunday, so should you wish to pledge more to the unit, you will be able to chat to them directly.
Mountain Bike Start Times
The Cool Ideas Magalies Adventure will start at 08.00 on Saturday and Sunday (all riders will start together)
The riders of the Mini Magalies – Sunday only - will start at 08.15
This is a Pre-Entry Event and entries will close on Sunday the 8th of September. Entries are limited, so we suggest that you go online today and reserve your place.
After online entries close, cyclists will only be able to do a “Late entry” at rider registration on the 25th, and you will not qualify for a “goodie bag”.
MTB Costs
Cool Ideas Magalies Adventure
‘Cool’ Rate: R650
Saturday only – The Saturday Mini Magalies – 65km
New ‘Cool’ Rate: R320
Sunday only – The Sunday Mini Magalies – 50km
New ‘Cool’ Rate: R280
Sunday only – The Mini 25km
New ‘Cool’ Rate – R165
Included in your Entry:
Goodie Bag – valid for pre-entries only
Event T-Shirt – Valid for pre-entries only
The special and now infamous Bridgestone bikewash after each stage (obviously for cyclists)
Shower facilities
Race medal
Lucky draw prizes
Post Sunday ride burger or equivalent on us - 2 day riders only
Number Collection
Riders can register on Wednesday the 25th of September from 12h00-17h00. Venue TBC.
August 27 2019 By Cresta Wheelers
Highland 100
MTB Event
Date: 21 Sep 2019 • Time: 07:00 - 17:00
Distance: 50km - 100km
Cost: R450 - 100km, R270 - 50km.
Start Address:
Clarens town square
Take on the Freestate's one day 100km MTB marathon in the iconic Eastern Highlands.
Based in the iconic village of Clarens, the route takes you on a postcard highlights tour of the region, amongst towering buttes and the Maluti's in the background.
Start and finish is in the Clarens Town Square.
The riding is designed to make the route fast, not technically difficult. But don't be fooled this is not an easy day out for everyone.
MTB and E-Bikes are all allowed to participate. Sadly road conditions not ideal for Gravel bikes in 2019.
R450 entry fee includes race shirt and other goodie bag items.
Being a long weekend, it's the perfect chance to combine riding and a family weekend away, savouring the sights, sounds and tastes Clarens is famous for.
HIGHLAND 50:- Due to popular demand we have now added a 50km option to our event. This will also start & finish in the Clarens town square. It will take riders on a similar yet 50km shorter route than the 100km event. Gravel roads and stunning scenery. A water table will keep you fuelled through the race!
R270 entry fee includes race shirt for first 200 entrants
June 07 2019 By Cresta Wheelers
Toyota Forklift Spring Classic 2019
MTB Event
Date: 07 Sep 2019 • Time: from 07:30
Distance: 45km, 25km, 10km
Cost: 45km (R250), 25km (R200), 10km (R100)
Start Address:
Avianto Trails
Number Collection:
Cycle Lab Megastore, Fourways
Friday, 6 September 2019, from 10:00 – 16:00
OR
Avianto Trails
Saturday, 7 September 2019, from 06:00 – 07:30
Additional Information:
This event is timed using the RaceTec MTB Timing Board and not the orange RaceTec chip. You can buy your timing board with your online entry at R50 each. If you already have a Racetec timing board you can use that for the event.
November 30 -0001 By Cresta Wheelers
Garmin MTB Classic 2019
MTB Event
Date: 31 Aug 2019 • Time: from 07:30
Distance: 55km; 30km; 10km
Cost: R50
Start Address:
The Big Red Barn
7 Nelson Rd, Olifantsfontein, Johannesburg, 1666
Number Collection:
Mellow Velo
Thursday, 29 August 2019, from 10:00 – 16:00
or
Midstream Cycles
Friday, 30 August 2019, from 10:00 – 16:00
Additional Information:
This event is timed using the RaceTec MTB Timing Board and not the orange RaceTec chip. You can buy your timing board with your online entry at R50 each. If you already have a Racetec timing board you can use that for the event.
Entries are limited to 1200. Only the first 1200 paid entries will be accepted!
50km IS NOW CLOSED AS IT AS REACHED IT’S LIMIT!
November 30 -0001 By Cresta Wheelers
Telkom 947 Mountain Bike Challenge 2018
MTB Event
Date: 10 Nov 2018 - 11 Nov 2018
Distance: 55km, 25km and 10km
Cost: 55km*: R355 incl VAT; 25km*: R270 incl VAT; 10km: R170 incl VAT
Start Address:
Riversands Commercial Park
The routes constructed for this year’s Telkom 947 Mountain Bike Challenge on 10 and 11 November offer an adventure on a bicycle in the heart of Joburg.
Three options at every skill and fitness level are available:
The 55km* route targets more technically advanced mountain bikers. The tracks show off some private land not usually accessible over Steyn City, and the Heron Bridge college property before an unusual tour from the back of Northern Farm that jumps back into Steyn City. With plenty of hand-cut single track over bridges, steep traverses and funky maintenance tweaks on sections we might think we know, this lends a great down and dirty adventure. Riders will need to qualify for the 55km*, to ensure safety on the route and a superior trail experience without bottlenecks.
The 25km* route offers a fun but not overly technical ride for new to fairly seasoned weekend warriors to see quite a few parts of Joburg where the public can’t usually roam. This is an adventure with river crossings, single track and jeep track riding and a few interesting urban obstacles. The route runs through the last open spaces in the greater Glenferness area, some privately owned property, and then heads onto Cluny Farm’s land where there is a very special water point. Riders can then look forward to a section in Inanda Country Base with a few sneaky little climbs where they might be tempted to do a saddle swop, as this is usually an equestrian playground. You'll the forested single tracks before return to Riversands. On Saturday 10 November, there is also a 10km route with a great introduction to trails for beginners and a bit more of a challenge than the Telkom 947 Kiddies Ride for older or more eager kids. This can also provide a fantastic opportunity for the WHOLE family to get out and enjoy their bikes together. Entries are limited – and you don’t want FOMO!
You can remember these events with a lovely range of commemorative gear. Our merchandise store offers items both for on-the-day and showing off your participation afterwards. *distances may vary up to 5km
- 10km: Saturday 10 November 2018
- 55/25km: Sunday 11 November 2018
April 09 2018 By Cresta Wheelers
HOLLARD JUMA 2018
MTB Event
Date: 03 Jun 2018
Distance: 72Km; 54Km; 22km; kids 1 or 2km
Cost: 72Km R593; 54Km R488; 22km R360; kids 1 or 2km R100
Start Address:
Marks Park
We have partnered up with Hollard, City Parks and the Johannesburg Zoo to bring you a route that will leave you begging for more. The adventure starts at Marks Park and will take you over two floating bridges and through green belts, with views never before seen. Be pushed to the limit with kilometre long storm water drains and tunnels, specially designed to avoid zombie and lion encounters.
The journey continues under highway bridges and over main roads on scaffolding bridges through to one of Johannesburg’s most beautiful golf courses, we will even entertain you with a few rapids. (Yes, its on steps)
April 09 2018 By Cresta Wheelers
Telkom 947 Mountain Bike Challenge 2017
MTB Event
Date: 12 Nov 2017 • Time: 07:00
Distance: 25km / 55km
Start Address:
Riversands Commercial Park
To all our 25km and 55km #CCMTB2017 finishers, congratulations – you took on the challenge and you conquered! You were part of something amazing!
View Event Website View Results
November 16 2017 By Cresta Wheelers