Route Description – 80km Gravel :

Begin your adventure at the Durbanville Sports Grounds on Sport Way, heading toward Wellington Road on smooth tar. At the 8km mark, take a right onto Lichtenberg, passing through the vibrant “fruit-sellers” four-way stop. After navigating a series of rolling hills, you’ll conquer the renowned “Grand Prix Hill,” followed by a thrilling downhill stretch until you reach 26km, where you’ll veer left to enter the first gravel segment.

From there, enjoy wide farm roads that lead you to the 37km mark, where you’ll wind through charming local homesteads and experience the essence of “farm life” first-hand. As you continue, take in the picturesque vineyard landscapes before turning left onto Slent tar road at 42km. This is your chance to push hard, as you can gain valuable time over the next 8km, but prepare yourself for the challenging gravel section of Occultdale Road.

This notorious 6km stretch features wide, dusty, and corrugated terrain, testing your gravel riding skills. At 56km, make a gentle left back onto Adderly tar road, where you’ll face a 2km climb with an average grade of 4%.

As you reach the 58km mark, things get more technical. Turn left onto the Klipheuwel single track for 12km of diverse terrain, featuring 14 A-frame crossings as you navigate from farm to farm. You’ll encounter a mix of surfaces, from single track to jeep trails, providing excellent opportunities for overtaking. Enjoy the scenic farmlands and catch a glimpse of the expansive new dam at the 66km mark. Be prepared for climbing and technical challenges as you approach the 68km mark before descending to easier terrain.

At 70km, exit the single track with a right turn onto the final gravel section, the famed Spes Bona Road. Expect twists, corrugations, and some climbs to keep things interesting over the next 6km. At 76km, join Koeberg Road and turn left to re-join the tar, gearing up for a 5km sprint toward the finish line on Koeberg Rd in Durbanville.