WHAT TO PACK AND MORE INFO

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It’s been a busy year with lots of preparation to make sure the 2019 Tour is one to remember! We hope you’re as excited as we are! Herewith a brief list of essentials for the Tour.

The Nitty-Gritty…

Arrival: All participants can arrive any time after 13:00 on Friday.
Registration will take place from 13:00-17:30 at Fairview Farm. (Please see location details below)
Tent & room allocation: You will receive your tent & room allocation at registration.
If you would like to book a massage or mechanical package, you need to book these in advance. You can book this HERE
We have a Kiddies Zone for kids 3 and older where they will be entertained while you ride. You need to book this in advance and it can be booked HERE
Start Time: All participants will have to be ready at the start line at 18:00.
Departure: All participants are welcome to stay over the Sunday evening with an early departure after having a coffee and the famous homemade rusks from Tannie Annette on the Monday

What to pack?

Bike Light: Remember to bring a bike light for Stage 1 night ride.
We provide you with a tent and comfy mattress, remember to bring your pillow and sleeping bag, this is applicable for the upgraded tented accommodation as well. For those that have booked the upgraded farm stay accommodation, bedding will be provided.
Towel
Warm jacket for the chilly Karoo nights.
3 Sets of riding kit: Each participant will receive a complimentary cycling shirt in the goody bag
2 Water bottles (min 500ml) or a hydration pack
Snacks: Don’t get “hangry”, bring some snacks to nibble on.
Cash: Bring cash for drinks, snacks etc. as there are no ATM’s (50km away) however there will be card facilities and snapscan available (signal dependent)
Personal Medication (If needed)
Mandatory – Sense of humour

VIEW THE ITINERARY HERE ›

THE 2019 RIDE GUIDE

Here’s your Karoo schedule. Have a look at the routes, weekend activities and all the need-to-knows by downloading the 2019 Ride Guide. Make sure to download the guide to your phone beforehand as signal at the venue is limited.

DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE HERE ›