Cradle Mountain Trophy
📍 Gauteng, South Africa
gravelmtb
Date
3-4 October 2026
Distance
100km · 70km · 45km · 20km · 15km
Difficulty
mtbbeginner friendly
Garmin MTB Classic
Gauteng, South Africa · 23 August 2025
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
This MTB race offers multiple distances (10km, 20km, 35km, 50km) at Northern Farm, South Africa, featuring a mix of singletrack and district roads with estimated difficulty levels varying by distance.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 10km · 20km · 35km · 50km
- Elevation
- 730 m
- Surface
- singletrack, dirt, gravel
- Typical W/kg
- 2.7–3.7
Rider fit
Who it's for
Riders of all levels, from novice to advanced, can find a suitable challenge across the various distances offered.
Who will struggle
Riders seeking purely technical singletrack or those unprepared for the duration and climbing of the longer distances may find it challenging.
Training focus
This race requires a balance of endurance for the longer distances and technical skills for the singletrack sections, with specific focus on sustained efforts and rhythm on varied terrain.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
What are the available race distances?+
The Garmin MTB Classic offers four distances: 10km, 20km, 35km, and 50km.
What is the terrain like?+
The race primarily features singletrack trails and district roads, with the longer distances having a higher percentage of singletrack.
Are e-bikes allowed?+
Yes, e-bikes are welcome but must be declared during registration and are limited to a maximum average speed of 25km/h; they will be seeded in batch C or later.
How are the routes marked?+
The 50km and 35km routes are marked and also utilize GPS, while the 20km and 10km routes are marked with signage. GPS is recommended as a backup.
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