QUICK LINKS
Pre-Registration
Thursday, 28 May | 09:00 - 17:00
Lynnwood Cyclery, 1A Willow Way Centre
Lynnwood Rd, The Willows, Pretoria, 0184
Friday 29 May | 09:00 - 16:00
West Rand Cycles Hendrik Potgieter &, Zandvliet Rd, Little Falls, Roodepoort, 1725
Friday, 29 May | 13:00 - 17:00
Die Oewer, Schoemansville 58 Waterfront St, Schoemansville, Hartbeespoort, 0216
Registration
Saturday, 30 May | 08:30 - 10:15
Beestekraal Kerk, Beestekraal Road
At both pre-registration and race day registration, we will confirm your entry using your name and surname or Pursuit Timing Board number.
Please bring your Pursuit Timing Board to registration. If you do not have a Pursuit timing board, you can buy one at registration for R60.
Recommended Gear
Basic Bike Repair Tools:
- Multi-tool
- Tyre levers
- CO2 cartridge/ pump
Helmet:
Wearing a helmet is mandatory for- all participants.
Callphone:
In case of an emergency, please contact us on the emergency number.
Emergency:
Please save our emergency number onto your phone.
EMERGENCY - 066 247 2123
Start Times
Please arrive 45 minutes before your start time.
Important:
Starting in a batch earlier than the one allocated to you will result in disqualification.
Starting in a batch later than your allocated batch, will not lead to disqualification, but your time may reflect incorrectly.
View the rules here.
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A 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:30 |
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B 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:35 |
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C 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:40 |
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D 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:45 |
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E 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:50 |
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F 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
09:55 |
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G 50 Miler |
50 Miler |
10:00 |
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E-Bike50 Miler |
50 Miler |
10:10 |
Start Venue
BEESTEKRAAL KERK
Please park in the designated parking area. The parking area may be wet and muddy if it rains. If you feel your vehicle won’t manage, park on the side of the district road leading to the venue, making sure not to obstruct any farm traffic.
Vehicle Drop Off Zone
Bag Drop
Morning
Shuttles
Beestekraal to Sun City
The shuttle departs Sun City at 08:00 on race morning. Booked riders will be added to the Echelon WhatsApp Group and contacted directly by Echelon.
Afternoon
Shuttles
Sun City to Beestekraal Kerk
Two shuttles will travel from Sun City back to Beestekraal Kerk, departing once each shuttle reaches full capacity.
Estimated departure times: 14:00 and 17:00. These times are approximate and depend on bus capacity and rider finishing times. Bikes will be transported back to Beestekraal Kerk with the shuttle, fully assembled.
Route Information
Important: Hartbeespoort Dam wall road will be closed from 05:45 to 09:00.
50-Miler riders will merge with the 100-Miler group at Water Point 2 (WP2), located at Beestekraal Kerk. This is approximately the halfway mark for 100-Miler competitors, so expect some overlap and increased rider traffic from this point onward. Please exercise courtesy and caution as you join the shared route.
From WP2, all riders follow the same route toward the finish at Sun City Resort, supported by well-stocked water points along the way offering hydration, energy snacks, and basic mechanical support.
Please note: There will be no complete road closures. Riders must obey traffic rules at all times. Bike marshals will be stationed at all main intersections to assist riders, but it remains every rider’s responsibility to stay vigilant for road traffic.
2026 - 50 MILER ROUTE MAP
Water Points
Magalies Citrus will offer fruits and juices there will also be 226ers gels & bars, water and Coca-Cola at each waterpoint.
Tech zones at each water point are operated by Specialized or Liqui Moly.
WP1 | 25.8 km Sedibe Kwela
- Toilet facilities available
WP2 | 38 km
- Toilet facilities available
- Official cut-off time @ 16:00
WP3 | 66km
- Toilet facilities available
- Official cut-off time @ 16:45
Elevation Profile
2026 - 50 MILER ROUTE PROFILE
DISTANCE
Technical & Medical Assistance
Sweep vehicles, bike marshals, and medical services will be on route throughout the race to assist riders.
Each water point will have a tech zone operated by Liqui Moly. Riders experiencing technical difficulties on route will be escorted by sweeping staff to the nearest water point.
Personal support vehicles will only be permitted to collect riders at Water Point 2.
If you do not have personal support to assist, event staff will assist with transport back to the finish venue. Please note that delays may occur, as the priority of our support teams is to ensure all riders are safely escorted to the nearest water point before additional transport is arranged. We ask that riders remain patient while assistance is being coordinated.
If you experience any problems on route, contact:
FACES EMERGENCY ASSIST - 066 247 2123
Finish & Results
Once you cross the finish line at Sun City, make your way to the gazebo to collect your medal and finisher t-shirt. Please have the SMS containing your finish time ready when collecting your medal at the medal table.
Your official time will be sent to you via SMS shortly after the event. For any result queries, follow the link in the SMS. Full results will also be available online at: https://racetothesun.co.za/results/
Prize Giving
Prize-giving will be held at 13:00.
The elite podium will consist of the top 5 riders, while age group categories will recognise the top 3. Your category will be called to the podium once the required number of riders have crossed the finish line.
Finish Venue
SUN PARK AT SUN CITY RESORT
Spectator
Pass
The finish line at Sun Park features a great finish chute with ample space to sit back and enjoy watching riders complete this incredible race.
All spectators and supporters are welcome at the finish line at Sun Park. Use lane 1 or 2 when entering the Sun City main gate.
Shuttle services will be available in the parking lot to take you to the finish venue. Please show your spectator pass to gain entry at Sun City.
Recommended route: Take the N4 via Rustenburg. Please avoid the R556 due to roadworks and metro crossing.