The Cradle Mountain Trophy Gravel Experience
3 & 4 October 2026 | Valley Lodge & Spa, Magaliesburg
The Cradle Mountain Trophy has become one of Gauteng’s premier gravel riding weekends — combining spectacular routes, professional organisation and an unforgettable race atmosphere.
All cycling routes in 2026 are fully gravel-focused and designed for both serious racers and recreational riders alike.
As Leg 4 of the Stellantis Adventure Series, this is a crucial event on the calendar, with double series points up for grabs and riders competing for a share of the R350 000 overall series prize purse.
For riders preparing for the Nedbank Gravel Burn, this event takes place just three weeks before Gravel Burn — making it the perfect final preparation ride before race week.
Gravel/ MTB Distances
Saturday, 3 October
- 100km Gravel/ MTB Stage
- 15km Schools MTB Time Trail
Sunday, 4 October
- 70km Gravel/ MTB Ride
- 45km Gravel/ MTB Ride
- 20km Gravel/ MTB Ride
Entry Fees
Entry Fee Structure
Individual Gravel/ MTB Events
Distance | Launch Special Up to 31 July | Standard 1 August to 20 September | Late Entry 21 September onwards |
20km | R250 | R295 | R350 |
45km | R375 | R425 | R500 |
70km | R495 | R550 | R650 |
100km | R650 | R725 | R800 |
Junior Stage Races
U14 Stage Race
15km Individual Time Trial + 20km MTB Race
Launch Special Up to 31 July | Standard 1 August to 20 September | Late Entry 21 September onwards |
R425 | R475 | R550 |
U19 Stage Race
15km Individual Time Trial + 45km MTB Race
Launch Special Up to 31 July | Standard 1 August to 20 September | Late Entry 21 September onwards |
R595 | R650 | R750 |
Elite / Open Championship Gravel/ MTB 2-Day Stage Race
100km Stage 1 + 70km Stage 2
Launch Special Up to 31 July | Standard 1 August to 20 September | Late Entry 21 September onwards |
R1,100 | R1,300 | R1,500 |
What's Included
- Incredible gravel routes
- Well-stocked water tables
- Professional event management
- Medical and sweep support
- Lucky draw prizes
- Race medals
- Over R40,000 in prize money
- Stellantis Adventure Series Points on offer
- Complimentary event T-Shirt and Goodie bag for those who enter on or before 20 September
- Accommodation packages at Valley Lodge & Spa
IMPORTANT ENTRY DATES
- Enter before 20 September 2026 to receive a complimentary event T-shirt and goodie bag
- Standard entries close on 20 September 2026
- Late entries run from 21–27 September 2026 (late entry fee applies and no T-shirt or goodie bag included)
- Final entries close on 27 September 2026
To avoid long queues at registration and race number collection, riders are strongly encouraged to enter early.