The magic lies in the unique combination of ingredients, balanced to perfection by world-class event organisers.
Take the breath-taking routes, legendary vibe, and passionate people; mix them together under a shimmering Karoo sun, and the result is a stable of events that have achieved near-legendary status.
The Dryland Team welcomes you to this showcase of our events, experiences and services, each section born from a strong vision and nurtured by a passionate team.
The mid-point of the 2026 Momentum Medical Scheme Cape Pioneer, presented by Biogen, was crossed somewhere in the wilderness of Kapteinskloof, on the 92-kilometre route from Louvain to Langenhoven Gimnasium on Thursday, 24 September. Fittingly for Heritage Day, the South African marathon champion, Marc Pritzen, and the former South African marathon champion, Samantha Sanders, ended…
Stage 2 of the 2026 Momentum Medical Scheme Cape Pioneer, presented by Biogen, came down to a sprint finish on Wednesday, 23 September. Toyota Specialized Imbuko’s Ignatius du Preez and Lood Goosen, who had been aggressive early in the day, won out with a pair of perfectly timed bike throws, holding off the race leaders,…
Honeycomb 226ers’ Marc Pritzen and Felix Stehli seized the First Ascent yellow leaders’ jerseys with a commanding performance on the opening day of the 2026 Momentum Medical Scheme Cape Pioneer, presented by Biogen, on Tuesday, 22 September. Racing aboard 32-inch-wheeled Stoll Bikes, the pair powered up and over Duiwelskop to win Stage 1 by 8…
There are so many roads to explore. The 2027 Garden Route Giro does just that as it takes on an entirely different course to the inaugural edition, promising returning and new participants alike a unique riding experience while building on the successes of the 2026 race. Taking place from the 19th to the 24th of…
The partnership between iconic South African stage racing adventure trail run, the Dryland Traverse, and the shoe brand many associate with adventures, Merrell, is a natural one. It is no surprise then that Merrell has taken up the mantle of Official Footwear Partner of the Dryland Traverse. The sponsorship agreement begins with the 2026 edition,…
Good times are certainly synonymous with the Glacier Storms River Traverse. Sunshine… not as much. In the 14-edition history of the event, the sun has rarely shone for three consecutive days. In 2026, the weather gods smiled upon the 250 mountain bikers gathered in the Tsitsikamma, producing three days with 20-degree Celsius highs and hardly…
