
Self-supported
This is a self-supported event. Riders must carry everything they require including mandatory equipment for the duration of the ride. Riders may not receive any personal support/seconding whilst in competition.
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Riders must follow the designated route using GPS to self-navigate. The course is not marked.
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There is food and beds/mattresses/blankets provided at checkpoints
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Riders may each pack one 2 litre resupply tub to be handed in at registration. This tub will be available at Masakala (230km and 515km)
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Resupply splits for checkpoints, water sources, shops and accommodation are provided
Purists may view this as “semi-supported” but essentially it is still up to the rider when he/she stops and sources food, water, accommodation and/or camping.
Distance Options
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700km Full Course (12300m Ascent) - 7 checkpoints - 40 entry slots available
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400km Short Course (7400m Ascent) - 4 checkpoints - 30 entry slots available
Location
The race will start and finish at Silver-streams Country Estate, Bushman’s Nek (near Underberg), KZN.
The route traverses the base of the Southern Drakensberg mountains in a ‘circular’ route through Basotholand and the Maloti Mountains. See Route for more detailed info.
Dates and Times
Sunday, 23 April 2023
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16h00 -18h00 Race registration (option 1) at Silverstreams
Monday 24 April 2023
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06h00 - 07h15 Race registration (option 2) at Silverstreams
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07h30 Race briefing at Silverstreams
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08h30 Assemble at start chute. Final Q&A.
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09h00 Race Start (long and short course together)
Saturday 29 April 2023
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09h00 Race Finish cut-off
Cut-offs
Final Cut-off
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120 hours at Finish line (long and short course)
Short Coursing
700 Riders have the option to short-course at 230km, and 320km mark and will still be eligible for 400 course ‘official finish’ if they reach the finish-line within the allotted 120 hours.
Entry Fees
400km Race
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Early entry R5,000 (fully paid by 30 Sep 2022)
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Normal entry R6,000
700km Race
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Early entry R6,000 (fully paid by 30 Sep 2022)
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Normal entry R7,000
Entry Fee Includes
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Meals/food at checkpoints
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Beds/mattresses/blankets at checkpoints
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Meal and one night's accommodation at finish
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Live satellite tracking during competition
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Emergency support and first aid
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Access to all professional event photos and videos
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Event t-shirt
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Event cap
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Event buff
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Finishers trophy (mini Basotho hat)
Entry Fee Excludes
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Accommodation prior to race start
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Accommodations during event other than at official checkpoints
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Trail food, energy bars, Coca-cola etc. on sale at checkpoints
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Evacuation from route whether emergency or elected (Race office will coordinate logistics but not cost thereof)
Entry Terms & Conditions
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Deadline for early entry is 30 September 2022 (fully paid)
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Deadline for normal entry is17 March 2023 (fully paid)
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Entry slot only secured once min 50% deposit paid
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30 x 400km and 40 x 700km slots available
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Withdrawal before 17 March receives 90% refund or 100% rollover credit
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Withdrawal before 20 April receives 40% refund or 60% rollover credit
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Withdrawal after 20 April is non-fundable nor ‘roll-overable’
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If event does not take place due to Force Majeure, pandemic or political unrest then rollover to postponed date or following year will be offered at no extra cost or 75% cash refund option
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By entering the event you agree to abide by race rules and sign indemnity form
Getting There
Driving
Start/Finish venue is 250km from Durban and 600km from JHB. Secure parking will be available at start/finish venue during competition. The last 30km to Bushmen's Nek is on Gravel road but it is a decent road and usually very accessible with small cars.
Find Silverstreams on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/cpKtapqadxXLvnU69
Accommodation
One night accommodation at Silverstreams is included for rider on day/night they finish. All other pre and post race accommodation must be booked directly.
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Host venue - Silverstreams (self-catering and camping)
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1km away - Bushmans Nek Berg and Trout Resort (Hotel and self-catering)
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Various other options - https://www.underberg-accommodation.co.za