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CRADLE MTB CHALLENGE

The Midlands Gravel 100 Miler and 50 Miler and 28 Miler is the ultimate gravel cycling challenge! This year, the 100 Miler also doubles as the SA Gravel Champs, making it an event not to be missed. Whether you're an experienced gravel rider or a passionate cyclist looking for a new adventure, this race promises exhilarating terrain, breathtaking scenery, and an unforgettable experience. Push your limits, test your endurance, and showcase your skills against fellow riders in this prestigious competition.

 

Join us for a thrilling ride through the Midlands region and be a part of the gravel cycling community. Register now and embark on a remarkable journey of camaraderie, determination, and personal triumph.

DATE

Cradle Boutique Hotel, Muldersdrift, Gauteng

Saturday 7 September 2024

 

DISTANCES

CRADLE CHALLENGE 100KM

75KM - 2,872m elevation

CRADLE CHALLENGE 50KM

50KM - 1,467m elevation

CRADLE CHALLENGE 25KM

25KM - 840m elevation

CRADLE FUN RIDE 10KM

10KM - 840m elevation

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CRADLE CHALLENGE 100KM
ENTRY OPTIONS

The age limit is 18 years and older.

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SOLO RIDER

R1,050

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Cradle Challenge Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

TEAM OF 2

PAIR or MIXED

R1,900

R900 per rider

R50 Day license

 

Pre-race coffee

Cradle Challenge Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

E-BIKE

R1,050

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Cradle Challenge Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

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CRADLE CHALLENGE 50KM
ENTRY OPTIONS

The age limit is 18 years and older.

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SOLO RIDER

R750

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Midlands Gravel Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

TEAM OF 2

PAIR or MIXED

R1,300

R50 Day license - per rider

R600 Per rider
 

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Midlands Gravel Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

E-BIKE

R750

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Midlands Gravel Race shirt

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

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MIDLANDS GRAVEL 28 MILER
ENTRY OPTIONS

The age limit is 18 years and older.

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SOLO RIDER

R450

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

TEAM OF 2

PAIR or MIXED

R800

R50 Day license per rider

R400 Per rider
 

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

E-BIKE

R450

R50 Day license

Pre-race coffee

Athlete bag

Finisher medal

Finisher burger and drink

THE ROUTES

Routes designed by Kevin Benkenstein

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Midlands 100 Miler

141km | 2,872m elevation

Start time 07H00

4 Water points

12 hrs race cut-off

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Midlands 50 Miler

82km | 1,467m elevation

Start time 07H15

1 Water points

6 hrs race cut-off

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Midlands 28 Miler

45km | 840m elevation

Start time 07H30

11 Water point

3 hrs race cut-off

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PRIZES

Separate podiums for male and female riders in each category

Top 3 male and female riders in each category will be eligible for prizes

SOLO ELITE

SENIOR

(18 - 29 YEARS)

SUB VET

(30 - 39 Years)

VET

(40 - 49 years)

MASTER

(50 - 59 years)

GRAND MASTER

(60 and above)

SOLO OPEN

Top 3 Male

Top 3 Female

TEAMS

Top 3 Male pair

Top 3 Female pair

Top 3 Mixed pair

E-BIKES

Top 3 Male

Top 3 Female 

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

REGISTRATION

Saturday 12 August

12H00: Venue opens

12H00 - 18H00: Race registration and race pack collection

18H00 - 18H30: Race briefing

 

RACE DAY

Sunday 13 August

05H00: Venue opens

05H30 - 06H30: Late registration

07H00: Gravel 100 Miler start

07H15: Gravel 50 Miler start

07H30: Gravel 28 Miler start

10H30: Gravel 28 Miler cut-off

12H00: Prize giving

13H15: Gravel 50 Miler cut-off

19H00: Gravel Miler 100 cut-off

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RACE RULES, REGULATIONS & SAFETY

IMPORTANT RULES TO REMEMBER

Traffic rules apply

Helmets are compulsory

Do no litter

No riders under 18 years old

Display your race number at all times

 Seconding is not allowed

Riders must complete the entire route - no shortcuts

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