Dryland Event Management is excited to announce the launch of the Dryland Rewards program. Over the years, Dryland has had incredible support from riders and runners from all over the world and the time has come to reward this loyalty. Athletes stand the chance to qualify for between 5% and 60% value back on their event entries, with the higher tiers qualifying for even more benefits.
Summer 2026
Gravel racing has grown and matured in recent years, stand alone events and series have gained popularity, and now the time has come for a truly world–class gravel stage race. The Garden Route Giro promises to be that and more. A six-day stage race through the stunning Southern Cape region, featuring ascents of some of South Africa’s most iconic gravel passes, and Dryland Event Management’s famous hospitality.
The inaugural edition will take place in Summer 2026, with entries opening in Summer 2025.
18 January 2025
South Africa’s toughest extreme one-day mountain bike race! South Africans and their appetite for tough endurance events projected the Attakwas into legendary and cult-like status over the years. This is the race to do if you want to test mind, body and machine with a total elevation of 2900m over 121km.
6 - 9 February 2025
A ride like no other! As South Africa’s premier four-day stage race with UCI status, it attracts the world’s best mountain bike athletes each year. With breathtaking, technical trails through the Bokkeveld and winding routes in the Witzenburg area, this race features some of the most unique scenery South Africa has to offer.
9 - 11 May 2025
3 days of MTB bliss in the spectacular bushveld of the Waterberg at Summerplace Game Reserve in Limpopo. Experience breathtaking views and the chance to encounter wildlife along the way.
23 - 25 May 2025
South Africa’s ultimate single-stage mountain bike race! You have a maximum of 36.1 hours to circumnavigate cycling’s heartland, 361 degrees. If you aren’t up to the full 36ONE Challenge you can take on The Half or The Relay.
1 - 3 August 2025
With tracks hugging the rugged coastline and views only seen on postcards, this ride is designed for the intermediate cyclist looking for an adventure without having to spend hours training every day.
30 Sept - 4 Oct 2025
The “Race With Soul” plunges its participants into a whirlwind adventure, taking riders from the pulsating singletrack of Saasveld into the heart of the Klein Karoo. Each of the 5 days poses a completely unique challenge with diverse terrains.
11 October 2025
Prince George is our premium 100 Miler, the most diverse race you’ll ever experience in one day. It is a monumental race from the dark side of the Swartberg Mountain Range at the Northern slopes in the Great Karoo through the Klein Karoo region over the Montagu Pass with dense forest plantations and a finish at the coast in George.
