The Mountain Trophy Adventure
A Brand New 2-Day Schools Stage Race
Part of the Luxliner Schools Series
2026 sees the launch of The Mountain Trophy Adventure — an exciting new schools MTB/ Gravel stage race forming part of the Luxliner Schools Series.
Young riders, schools and cycling teams will compete over two exciting stages in what promises to become one of the standout schools cycling weekends in Gauteng.
Schools Race Format
Saturday 3 October
- 15km Individual Time Trial - Part of the 2-Day event
Sunday 4 October
- 20km Gravel Race
- 45km Gravel Race
(Distances vary according to age category.)
This professionally organised event gives young riders the opportunity to experience true stage racing in a safe, exciting and competitive environment.
Schools, coaches, teachers and parents are encouraged to support their riders and enjoy a fantastic weekend of gravel racing in the heart of Magaliesburg.
What's Included
- Incredible gravel routes
- Well-stocked water tables
- Professional event management
- Medical and sweep support
- Lucky draw prizes
- Race medals
- Over R3,000 in prize money for the U19 category
- Luxliner Schools 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
Entry Fees
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 |
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 |
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 help reduce congestion at registration and race number collection, schools and riders are strongly encouraged to enter as early as possible.
Luxliner Schools Series: Current Standings after 2 Rounds