Swartberg 100 COVID-19 epidemic announcement
Tuesday 17 March 2020
Thank you for your support.
Further to the State of Emergency announcement and taking into account the events and information made available around the world in the last 8 hours, in particular the announcements in the USA, France, Italy and the UK, we have decided to postpone the Swartberg 100 Gran Fondo and supporting Gravel Fondo's
Our sincerest apologies, but given the circumstances, it is the most responsible thing to do for your safety and the safety of others.
We are looking to postpone the event to a date between mid- August and November 2020, we will have to consult with municipalities and other event organisers before we can make the final decision. Naturally for those already entered your future entry is assured and merchandise purchased will be held over for you.
Tuesday 17 March 2020
Thank you for your support.
Further to the State of Emergency announcement and taking into account the events and information made available around the world in the last 8 hours, in particular the announcements in the USA, France, Italy and the UK, we have decided to postpone the Swartberg 100 Gran Fondo and supporting Gravel Fondo's
Our sincerest apologies, but given the circumstances, it is the most responsible thing to do for your safety and the safety of others.
We are looking to postpone the event to a date between mid- August and November 2020, we will have to consult with municipalities and other event organisers before we can make the final decision. Naturally for those already entered your future entry is assured and merchandise purchased will be held over for you.
Official Event of the 2020 GRAN FONDO WORLD TOUR®
The Swartberg 100 Gran Fondo is now part of the Gran Fondo World Tour series, consisting currently of 14 races around the world.
Experience cycling like never before!
GRAN FONDO WORLD TOUR ® offers sportive, hobby or amateur cyclists the experiences of a lifetime. Ride through breathtaking scenery, experience diverse cultural traditions while challenging yourself on unforgettable routes. Explore the splendor of a cycling in the most remarkable landscapes and experience unique cultures while challenging yourself on two wheels.
Experience cycling like never before!
GRAN FONDO WORLD TOUR ® offers sportive, hobby or amateur cyclists the experiences of a lifetime. Ride through breathtaking scenery, experience diverse cultural traditions while challenging yourself on unforgettable routes. Explore the splendor of a cycling in the most remarkable landscapes and experience unique cultures while challenging yourself on two wheels.
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The Swartberg 100 Gran Fondo is also part of the 100 Miler Series which involves 7 races around South Africa from January through to October. Big Prize Money and seeding against SA's "Gravelista's" https://www.100milerseries.co.za/
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Thank you to our sponsors for your support:
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Choose your weapon carefully for this race, too much rubber could slow you down, too little could make the gravel sectors a lot tougher. Watch those gears, not enough top end and you'll spin out on the flats, not enough bottom end and you'll be walking up those 16% inclines. - Bike choice is key.
