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Trail Brew - Issue #7 [Sep 25]
Trail Brew
September 01, 2025
🍺 What’s On Tap
🚴 Races This Month: Prime View, Hobby Park & Northern Farms
🏆 Race Preview: UCI MTB Worlds (Switzerland) brief rundown
🍻 Trailside Laughs: Expectation VS. Reality
🎥 VOTM: Garden Route Shredding
📆 Top 3 Races of the Month
Saturday,6 Sep 2025 | Magalies Rocks the CradleLocation: Die Krip, Magaliesburg, Gauteng Distances: 25 km | 40 km | 80 km Why Ride: Fast, scenic gravel and MTB terrain; social vibe with countryside charm. |
Sunday, 21 Sep 2025 | Spring Fast One Gravel Bike ChallengeLocation: 116 Springbok Road, Daleside Distances: 70 km | 120 km Why Ride: True to its name - fast. Scenic gravel loops around Café du Cirque. Affordable entry (R250–R450), well‑supported. |
Wed, 24 Sep 2025 | Mountain Bike & Gravel Charity RaceLocation: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng Distances: 10 km | 30 km | 60 km Why Ride: Ride for charity! Fast, flat circular routes ideal for all levels. Supports Vaal Pets rescue. Trophies for 30 km & 60 km. |
Honestly….we just need more enduro events in Gauteng! What do you think? Where do you ride enduro?
🤣 Trailside Laughs
Why do jumps and drops always feel so good but look so average?!😂
🏆 Race Preview: UCI MTB World Championships
When & Where:
30 August – 14 September 2025 | Valais region covers all eight MTB disciplines
South African Team:
Cycling SA has confirmed a national squad across multiple disciplines. While the full rider list has not been published, expect SA jerseys in XCO, Marathon, Enduro, Downhill, and Pump Track.
Key highlight: The Elite XCO finals in Crans-Montana on 13 Sept—technical alpine circuits, high altitude, and a chance for SA riders to test themselves against the world’s best. All the best to our elite stars Candice Lill & Alan Hatherly.
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