Illovo Eston Trail Challenge 2026

Sunday, 2 August 2026

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The Illovo Eston Trail Challenge is widely regarded as one of South Africa’s most iconic and prestigious one-day trail events. Held annually in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal’s lush farmlands, the event brings together elite competitors, passionate amateurs, families, and outdoor enthusiasts for a day that blends high-performance racing with unforgettable countryside experiences.

Hosted at the historic Eston Farmers Club, the event has grown into far more than just a race — it is a celebration of community, endurance, and the natural beauty of the Eston region.

The Illovo Eston Trail Challenge caters for absolutely everyone.

Whether you’re a rider or runner wanting a serious challenge, or whether you’re a family person wanting to spend the morning out with the kids.

We have a 60km, 40km, 20km and 10km available for the mountain bikers, and a 18km and 9km available for the trail runners.

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18km Trail Run

R230.00

14yrs + 18km

Standard entry for 18km Trail Run .
Distance: 18km.
Eligible age: 14yrs + of age on 31 December 2026

Next pricing tier R270.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

9km Trail Run

R200.00

10yrs + 9km

Standard entry for 9km Trail Run.
Distance: 9km.
Eligible age: 10yrs + of age on 31 December 2026

Next pricing tier R230.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

60km MTB

R390.00

15yrs + 60km

Standard entry for 60km MTB.
Distance: 60km.
Eligible age: 15yrs + of age on 31 December 2026.
CSA license required.
Eligible Age Categories:

• Open (15+) Men - Day License Allowed
• Open (15+) Women - Day License Allowed
• Junior (17-18) Men - Requires Racing License
• Junior (17-18) Women - Requires Racing License
• Sub Vet (30-39) Women - Requires Active Membership
• Veteran (40-49) Women - Requires Active Membership
• Master (50-59) Men - Requires Active Membership
• Master (50-59) Women - Requires Active Membership
• Grand Master (60+) Men - Requires Active Membership
• Grand Master (60+) Women - Requires Active Membership

Next pricing tier R440.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

60km MTB E-Bike

R390.00

19yrs + 60km

Standard entry for 60km MTB E-Bike.
Distance: 60km.
Eligible age: 19yrs + of age on 31 December 2026.
CSA license required.
Eligible Age Categories:

• E-Bike Open (19+) Men - Day License Allowed
• E-Bike Open (19+) Women - Day License Allowed

Next pricing tier R440.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

40km MTB

R350.00

15yrs + 40km

Standard entry for 40km MTB.
Distance: 40km.
Eligible age: 15yrs + of age on 31 December 2026.
CSA license required.
Eligible Age Categories:

• Open (15+) Men - Day License Allowed
• Open (15+) Women - Day License Allowed

Next pricing tier R390.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

40km MTB E-Bike

R350.00

19yrs + 40km

Standard entry for 40km MTB E-Bike.
Distance: 40km.
Eligible age: 19yrs + of age on 31 December 2026.
CSA license required.
Eligible Age Categories:

• E-Bike Open (19+) Men - Day License Allowed
• E-Bike Open (19+) Women - Day License Allowed

Next pricing tier R390.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

18km Tala Family Ride

R230.00

8yrs + 18km

Standard entry for 18km Tala Family Ride.
Distance: 18km.
Eligible age: 8yrs + of age on 31 December 2026

Next pricing tier R270.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

18km Tala Family Ride (E-Bike)

R230.00

19yrs + 18km

Standard entry for 18km Tala Family Ride (E-Bike) .
Distance: 18km.
Eligible age: 19yrs + of age on 31 December 2026

Next pricing tier R270.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

10km Kids Fun Ride

R120.00

6yrs + 10km

Standard entry for 10km Kids Fun Ride.
Distance: 10km.
Eligible age: 6yrs + of age on 31 December 2026

Next pricing tier R130.00 starts 27 Jul 2026 00:00 UTC

Please note:
Early Bird rate is valid from Monday, 25 May 2026 - 00:00
Normal rate is valid from Monday, 15 June 2026 - 00:00
Late rate is valid from Monday, 27 July 2026 - 00:00
Online Registration closes on Thursday, 30 July 2026 - 23:59