The Hour MTB

Join us for an exciting event that challenges your endurance and determination. Prepare to push your limits in lap racing, where every second counts and your perseverance is tested.

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Experience the excitement of starting a new lap precisely every hour. Whether you choose the Mountain Bike (MTB) thrill or the Trail Run adventure, this event is designed for those passionate about endurance.

How Far Can You Go? Choose your challenge: 12, 24, 36, or the ultimate 60 hours. Let your body and mind guide you as you discover how long you can endure. This journey will test both your physical endurance and mental strength.

Event Details:

• Date: August 8th to 10th, 2026
• Race Format: Participate solo or as a team, blending camaraderie with individual determination for an unforgettable experience.

Why Join? Experience lap racing like never before, where endurance meets strategy and each hour presents a new challenge. Whether you're a seasoned endurance athlete or seeking a significant personal challenge, this event promises an unforgettable journey.

💰 R30,000 Total Prize Money

BIKE – R20,000

* Female: R10,000

* Male: R10,000

🏆 Prize Structure:

* Last standing up to 40 hours – 50% payout

* Last standing up to 50 hours – 75% payout

* From 51 hours onwards – 100% payout

* If more than one athlete remains after 60 hours, the 61st hour becomes a sudden death lap. The winner takes all.

Be a Part of the Ultimate Test: Mark your calendar and prepare to push your limits. Are you ready to take on the challenge and exceed what you thought possible?

Race Village: The Cowhouse, Hazeldean Valley Trails, Pretoria, Gauteng

StartTime:

Saturday, 9 August at 07h00

Cut-off: after 60 hours on Monday, 11 August 2025 at 19h00

Lap Distance: MTB - approximately 10 km | Trail Run - 4.2 km

Minimum Laps to receive a medal: 5 laps

Terrain: Easy, flat trails with single track and jeep track

Race Village Facilities: Includes toilets, charging points, a crash zone for power naps (bring your own bedding), food vendors, a cash bar, and more.

Support Crew: Permitted in the race village but not on the route.

Prices:

• 60hr: Early Bird discount of 10% off. Solo entry is R 540,00, Team of two is R 1 080,00, Team of three is R 1 620,00.
• 36hr: Early Bird discount of 10% off. Solo entry is R 300,00, Team of two is R 600,00, Team of three is R 900,00.
• 24hr: Early Bird discount of 10% off. Solo entry is R 240,00, Team of two is R 480,00, Team of three is R 720,00.
• 12hr: Early Bird discount of 10% off. Solo entry only at R 200,00.
• 6hr: Early Bird discount of 10% off. Solo entry only at R 180,00.

Starting Times:

• 60hr: Starts Saturday at 07:00, with the last man standing lap on Monday at 19:00.
• 36hr: Starts Saturday at 07:00, with the last man standing lap on Sunday at 19:00.
• 24hr: Starts Saturday at 10:00, with the last man standing lap on Sunday at 10:00.
• 12hr Fun Event: Starts Sunday at 07:00, with the last lap on Sunday at 19:00.

Sudden Death serves as a tie-breaker race, typically a head-to-head continuation of the same loop format until one MTB rider emerges victorious.

🔄 How it works:

1. Tied MTB'rs embark on one more lap (same loop as before).

2. The first one back wins.

3. If a participant fails to start the next lap or quits, they lose.

4. If both finish the lap together, another lap is required — repeat until a winner is determined.

For any Further Inquiries contact Assie 0824530096