Ride The Karoo 3 Day Stage Race

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Ride The Karoo 3 Day Stage Race

Unique three-day mountain bike experience in the heart of the Karoo.

Ride The Karoo stage race takes place in the heart of the Karoo at Dwarsvlei farm 23-25 September. Each stage passes by historical 100-year-old stables and 200-year-old stone walls leading onto double lane “sheep tracks” while riding past familiar windpump scenes along the way. Experience authentic Karoo hospitality with braais, fresh farm bread, condensed milk coffee, koeksisters & craft beer amidst picturesque sunsets. Ride the Karoo is not about crossing the finish line as quickly as possible but rather about a riding experience like no other.

12/09/2026

DAY 1 ROUTE OVERVIEW 🚴‍♂️🌵
Distance: 20km | Elevation: 230m

Kick off your Karoo adventure with a 20km ride that gives you a taste of what the weekend has in store. Starting from registration, riders head towards Dwarsvlei Dam, weaving through single track, culverts and up the iconic Renosterberg before a fast, twisty descent.

Choose your start time between 16:30–18:00 — ride in the afternoon or switch on your lights and experience the magic of the Karoo at sunset. Finish off with a final kicker back down past the 200-year-old stone walls. 🌅🔥

05/09/2026

🤝 Teamwork, adventure & a little friendly competition.

Ride The Karoo isn’t just about the ride — it’s the perfect opportunity to get your team out of the office, into the Karoo and sharing an experience together.

Bring your team. Take on the Karoo. Leave with stories you’ll be talking about long after the ride.

29/08/2026

🌿📸 A Photo Booth, the Karoo way.

Step in, strike a pose and make your Ride The Karoo moment one to remember.

22/08/2026

Take the stress out of your Ride the Karoo experience with Techno Guide Stellenbosch 🔧🚴‍♂️

• Full well-being check of your bike
• All labour to get your bike back to race-ready condition after each stage
• Drivetrain cleaning & lubrication
• Tyre & suspension pressure setup
• Independent quality check
• Priority assistance for any mechanical issues

Not included:
• Spare parts & replacement components
• Consumables (sealants, suspension oils, etc.)
• Daily bike washing (handled by our hardworking local team)

Add this mechanical package to your registration or you can email us and we will add it for you!

15/08/2026

The Karoo has a way of taking your breath away… 🌄

Endless open landscapes, golden light stretching across the plains, and mountains that seem to go on forever, every moment on Ride the Karoo is a feast for the eyes. It’s quiet, raw, and beautifully untouched.

This isn’t just a ride… it’s an EXPERIENCE you’ll never forget.

08/08/2026

Fuel your Ride the Karoo experience with food that’s just as unforgettable as the journey 🚴‍♂️🍴

Think fresh, farm-style meals, top-quality meat, and hearty homemade dishes — all prepared with love. From sunrise breakfasts to satisfying dinners, every bite is crafted to keep you going and leave you wanting more.

Wholesome, flavour-packed, and made to suit everyone’s needs… because great rides deserve even better food.

01/08/2026

70% FULL… and filling FAST 🚨🔥
This is your sign 👇
Stop thinking about it and just BOOK IT.

Epic trails, unreal views, muddy smiles and memories that hit different 😍🚴‍♂️
You don’t want to be the one watching the stories… you want to BE in them.

Spots are disappearing quickly – don’t miss out!
👉 Secure your entry now before it’s SOLD OUT

23/07/2026

Big rides = big refreshment 😍🥤

We’re stoked to have Twizza along for the Ride the Karoo journey 🔥
An ice-cold Twizza en route and at the finish after a dusty Karoo ride hits the spot!

16/07/2026

🚂 Did you know? 👀

The historic Dwarsvlei Railway Siding was once part of the old agricultural railway network that connected farms and communities across the Karoo — long before tar roads and modern transport 🌄

Today, it still stands proudly at Dwarsvlei Guest Farm and Function Venue , adding a little extra character (and a lot of photo opportunities 😏📸) to your Ride the Karoo weekend 🚴

09/07/2026

Yes, you saw correctly 👀
Ride the Karoo has its own merchandise shop 😍
With a little something for everyone — whether you're after cycling gear, event merch or just a cool keepsake from the weekend 🚴👕

Address

Dwarsvlei Farm
Middelburg
5900

Website

https://ridethekaroo.co.za/

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