Race Info
REGISTRATION
DATE:
21 May 2027
TIME:
08h00 until 12h00
LOCATION:
Kleinplaas Holiday Resort, OudtshoornSTART TIMES
THE CHALLENGE / RELAY:
Date: 21 May 2027
Time: 15h00
Location: Kleinplaas Holiday Resort, Oudtshoorn
THE HALF:
Date: 22 May 2027
Time: 05h30
Location: Kleinplaas Holiday Resort, Oudtshoorn
RACE RULES
All participants should familiarize themselves with the official race rules before they start.
Gravel Bikes will be allowed to participate within the 361km AND 189km category.
MTB vs Gravel – Choose your weapon wisely!
A minimum of 10 people per category is required to receive recognition.
RACE BOXES
THE CHALLENGE:
Each rider will be issued with two race boxes at registration and these will be transported to the three Checkpoints.
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One box will be allocated to Checkpoints 1 and 3, while a separate box will be designated for Checkpoint 2.
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One box will be allocated to Checkpoints 1 and 3, while a separate box will be designated for Checkpoint 2.
Boxes are not accessible outside of the Checkpoints and riders are responsible to ensure that the boxes are correctly marked.
Boxes must be handed in on Friday, 21 May 2027 between 08h00 and 12h00.
Boxes can be collected on Saturday, 22 May 2027 from 18h00 until 20h00 and on Sunday, 23 May 2027 between 08h00 until 10h00.
THE HALF:
Riders in The Half will be issued with one box that will be transported to Checkpoint 3.
Boxes are not accessible outside of the Checkpoints and riders are responsible to ensure that the boxes are correctly marked.
Boxes must be handed in on Friday, 21 May 2027 between 08h00 and 12h00.
Boxes can be collected on Saturday, 22 May 2027 from 18h00 until 20h00 and on Sunday, 23 May 2027 between 08h00 until 10h00.
Dryland does not accept responsibility for lost or damaged goods.
BACK-UP, SUPPORT VEHICLE AND CHECKPOINT RULES
This is a full service event, so riders participating in the race will not need any back-up. Riders are however welcome to have a back-up team available at the checkpoints.
No support outside of the designated checkpoint area will be allowed and any transgression in this regard will lead to disqualification.
Support vehicles are allowed at the checkpoints but have to move according to the back-up vehicle route.
Any support vehicle found on the route will result in disqualification.
ROAD CLOSURES
We do not have road closure.
Riders must adhere to the rules of the road.
Marshals are there to warn traffic, but the responsibility lies with the rider to look out for traffic, ride on the left hand side of the road, stop at all stop signs and intersections and only proceed when it is safe to do so.
Race cut-off times
The race cut-off is 36.1 hours at the finish but in the interest of rider safety it has been decided to enforce cut-off times at the water-and checkpoints. The cut-off times are very generous and most riders should reach the respective points in the allotted time. Riders that are cut will be removed from the course and transported back to Kleinplaas Holiday Resort. The decision of the organizer is final.
The Half race’s cut-off is at 22:00 on Saturday, 22 May 2027. (16.5 hours for The Half)
Waterpoint 01
Waterpoint 02
Waterpoint 03
Waterpoint 04 / Checkpoint 1
Waterpoint 05
Waterpoint 06
Finish
4.5 hours (52 km)
7 hours (80 km)
8.5 hours (92 km)
10.5 hours (115 km)
12.5 hours (142 km)
15 hours (176 km)
16.5 hours (196 km)
The Challenge race’s cut-off is at 03:00 on Sunday, 23 May 2027.
Waterpoint 01
Waterpoint 02 / Checkpoint 1
Waterpoint 03
Waterpoint 04
Waterpoint 05 / Checkpoint 2
Waterpoint 06
Waterpoint 07
Waterpoint 08
Waterpoint 09 / Checkpoint 3
Waterpoint 10
Waterpoint 11
Finish
4.5 hours (55 km)
7.5 hours (102 km)
10 hours (129 km)
12 hours (151 km)
14.5 hours (174 km)
17.5 hours (212 km)
20.5 hours (239 km)
23 hours (251 km)
24.5 hours (275 km)
28 hours (302 km)
31 hours (336 km)
36.1 hours (356km)
FHR Sports Performance Solutions
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Please contact FHR for more information:
30 min or 60 min massage options
Tel: 021 808 3469
Cell: 082 456 0221
Email: info@fhrsport.co.za
Website: www.fhrsport.co.za
CAR RENTAL
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APPAREL
Apparel
- Supporter t-shirt
- Fleece Jacket
- 36ONE Jacket
- Cycling jersey
- Cap
Event merchandise will be available at our Retail area during registrations at the race village
HELMET
If a rider is found at any stage during the race not to be wearing a helmet, immediate disqualification applies.
HEADLIGHT
All riders have to ride with a suitable bicycle headlight and a flashing rear red light.
Compulsory – No lights, no ride.
BICYCLE
All sections of the race have to be completed on the same bicycle. Changing of bikes for certain stages is not allowed.
Gravel bikes are allowed on all distances.
Prize Giving
When – Saturday, 22 May 2027
Where – Kleinplaas Holiday Resort, Oudtshoorn
Time – 20:00
A minimum of 10 people per category is required to receive recognition.
The Challenge - Solo
1st – R8 000.00
2nd – R4 000.00
3rd – R2 500.00
1st – R8 000.00
2nd – R4 000.00
3rd – R2 500.00
The Challenge - Teams
1st – R2 000.00 coupon prize
2nd – R1 000.00 coupon prize
3rd – R800.00 coupon prize
1st – R2 000.00
2nd – R1 500.00
3rd – R1 000.00
1st – R2 000.00
2nd – R1 500.00
3rd – R1 000.00
The Relay
1st – R4 000.00 per team
2nd – R3 000.00 per team
3rd – R2 000.00 per team
1st – R2 000.00 per team
2nd – R1 500.00 per team
3rd – R1 000.00 per team
The Half - Solo
1st – R1 000.00
2nd – R700.00
3rd – R300.00
1st – R1 000.00
2nd – R700.00
3rd – R300.00
The Half - Teams
1st – R2 000.00 per team
2nd – R1 000.00 per team
3rd – R800.00 per team
1st – R2 000.00 Coupon Prize
2nd – R1 000.00 Coupon Prize
3rd – R800.00 Coupon Prize
1st – R2 000.00 Coupon Prize
2nd – R1 000.00 Coupon Prize
3rd – R800.00 Coupon Prize
RACE BENEFICIARY
The Smile Foundation is a South African non-governmental organisation with a holistic health care vision for children with facial conditions. The Smile Foundation helps children in need of surgery for treatable facial anomalies.
Contact us directly to make a donation:
info@dryland.co.za
APPAREL
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Please note that the deadline for complimentary apparel and online purchases are 22 March 2027. We cannot place extra orders after this date. Click here for the size chart to ensure you select the correct garment size: Download PDF
THE RACE
- The race is limited to 1000 riders.
- Avoid disappointment through prompt entry and payment.
- Your team’s entry is only guaranteed once full payment is received.
REFUNDS AND SUBSTITUTION
Cancellations & Refunds
Refunds
Should the participant cancel his/her entry/subscription, the follow refunds shall apply:
- In the event of cancellation by or on behalf of the participant due to his/her death or hospitalization, no cancellation fee will be levied.
- Refunds up to 21 December 2026: 90% of entry fee.
- Refunds between 22 December 2026 to 21 March 2027: 50% of entry fee.
- Refunds between 22 March to 21 April 2027: 20% of entry fee.
- No refunds after 21 April 2027.
Substitutions
Substitutions may be made (only until 07 May 2027) at a substitution fee of R400-00 per rider transferred.
Transfers
Entries cannot be carried over to the following year or any other future events.