7Weekspoort MTB and Trail Run Challenge 2026

7Weekspoort MTB and Trail Run Challenge 2026

The 7Weekspoort MTB and Trail Run Challenge, proudly sponsored by Ladismith Cheese, takes place in the charming town of Ladismith, located in the Western Cape. This event is a community initiative where local residents are enthusiastic and prepared to welcome cyclists and runners from across the province.

Event Information

DATE: Saturday, 3 October - Sunday, 4 October 2026

VENUE: Karoo62Escapes, Ladismith

DISTANCES:

• MTB: 30km, 43km, 85km
• TRAIL RUN: 10km, 18km
• FUN TRAIL RUN (Sunday morning): 10km
• FUN TRAIL RUN (Saturday): 5km

Entry Fees

• 85km MTB - R530
• 43km MTB - R330
• 30km MTB - R230
• 10km Trail Run - R180
• 18km Trail Run - R280
• 10km Fun Trail Run - R100
• 5km Fun Trail Run - R100

Goodie Bags for the first 100 entries

Event Programme

• FRIDAY: 2 October 2026
• 16:00-19:30: Registration and Check into Accommodation
• 19:00: Pasta Dinner (pre-bookings required!)

• SATURDAY: 3 October 2026
• 07:00-08:00: Registration
• 08:00: 85km Start
• 08:05: 40km Start
• 08:10: 30km Start
• 08:30: 10km / 18km Trail Run Start
• 09:00: 5km Fun Run Start
• 11:00: Prize Giving for Trail Run and 30km/43km MTB
• 12:00: Prize Giving for 85km MTB
• 15:00 to late: Rugby and Live Entertainment

• SUNDAY: 4 October 2026
• 08:00: 10km Fun Run Start

eBikes

eBikes are permitted only on the 40km route. They are not allowed on the 85km route. Please indicate if you will be using an eBike during registration.

Route Profiles

30km MTB

43km MTB

85km MTB

Route Elevations MTB

30km

43km

85km

Race Village

ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE

• BUSH MOTEL: R1,800.00 per room for the weekend (2 people, 2 nights). The Bush Motel units are cozy sleeping pods with 2 single beds, charging plug points, a bedside table, and a lamp. They share an ablution block with toilets, hand basins, and showers. Enjoy a braai at one of the 2 large firepits. Not pet friendly.
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• A-FRAMES: R1,500.00 per room for the weekend (2 people, 2 nights). These insulated wooden cabins come with 2 single beds and bedding. No electricity is available. Shared ablution facilities include toilets, hand basins, and a shower. No kitchen facilities. Not pet friendly.
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• GYPSY CARAVANS: R1,600.00 per caravan for the weekend (2 people, 2 nights). The Gypsy Caravan Village features 8 unique caravans, each accommodating 2 people. Nestled in nature, they have private shared ablutions and a private boma area. No electricity or bedding is provided. Not pet friendly.
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• KUDU CHALET: R6,800.00 per chalet for the weekend (6 people, 2 nights). The Kudu Chalet accommodates 6 guests with 2 double-bed rooms and a room with 2 single beds. It features an open-plan lounge area with a kitchenette, including a fridge, microwave, stove top, kettle, toaster, cutlery, crockery, and dining table. The bathroom has a shower only. Not pet friendly. BOOKED
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• STEENBOK CHALET: R4,600.00 per chalet for the weekend (4 people, 2 nights). This chalet sleeps 4 with 2 double-bed bedrooms. The bathroom has a shower only. The open-plan lounge and kitchenette are equipped with a fridge, stove top, toaster, microwave, kettle, cutlery, crockery, and dining table. Not pet friendly. BOOKED
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• CAMPING: R300.00 per plot for the weekend. Enjoy a fully serviced camping experience with luxury ablutions and onsite support for all your camping needs. Not pet friendly.
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Additional accommodation options are available in and around Ladismith. For more information, click here.

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