The 100 Cycle Challenge is autumn’s biggest racing event for road cyclists from across Gauteng and the rest of South Africa. Presented annually on the first Sunday in May, it is the official “season-ending road race” before the onset of winter.

The 2019 race offers a choice of a 100 kilometre route or a shorter 50 kilometre route. The organisers have listened to requests to include the option of a shorter distance in 2019.

Yes, it is, but only for professional under-23 male road cyclists competing for points as part of the 2019 UCI Africa Tour. (UCI – Union Cycliste Internationale)

Anyone over the age of 15 can enter the 100 kilometre race. Anyone over the age of 13 can enter the 50 kilometre race. The organisers extend a special invitation to road cyclists who are new to the sport and who have never participated in a road race to make the 100 Cycle Challenge their “first”.  #MyFirst100.

100 kilometre route:

• R450 standard – from 1 February to 28 April 2019

50 kilometre route:

• R300 standard – from 1 February to 28 April 2019

Yes. Late entry is R500 at race pack collection – on:

• Thursday, 2 May 2019
• Friday, 3 May 2019
• Saturday, 4 May 2019

Small changes are currently being made to the 2018 route and route profile – they are currently displayed at www.100cyclechallenge.co.za. Follow our social media streams for announcements on when the 2019 route and route profile will be posted at www.100cyclechallenge.co.za.

Yes. If you are not a registered member of Cycling South Africa, you need to purchase a day licence at an additional cost of R35. This is done automatically when you enter the race.

It is not compulsory to have a timing chip. However, if you want your race timed you need to have one.

• If you do not have a timing chip, RaceTec chips will be on sale at race pack collection on 2, 3 and 4 May 2019.
• If you have a timing chip, please remember to bring it along on race day.

Invite your family and friends to download the free RaceTec app on Google or the App Store to track your progress on Sunday, 5 May 2019.

100 Cycle Challenge gear can be purchased when you complete your race entry form – simply follow the prompts to make your selection. The following items are available:

Yes, you can. You can use the 100 Cycle Challenge to celebrate the memory of a much loved family member or friend. To make a contribution in support of others. Or to fund a cause that has a special place in your heart. Simply enter the race like you normally would have. Then contact your charity of choice – and their appointed team leader – to inform them that you have entered the race on their behalf. They will make the necessary arrangements with you. Go to www.100cyclechallenge.co.za for the list of charities supported by the race.

Yes, there will be a race village. The 100 Cycle Challenge is a fun day for everyone. Entry is free for family and friends; bring them along on Sunday, 5 May 2019. The wide green lawns at Germiston Lake are perfect for a post-race picnic. We have great food. A beer garden. And secure kiddies’ entertainment. Watch our social media streams for announcements about new entertainment elements added to the village.

• Visit 100cyclechallenge.co.za
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  • Instagram – @100cyclechallenge
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• Call +27 79 469 1716
• E-mail:
  • General enquiries: info@100cyclechallenge.co.za
  • Entry enquiries: entry@100cyclechallenge.co.za
  • Hospitality enquiries: hospitality@100cyclechallenge.co.za
  • Media enquiries and accreditation: media@100cyclechallenge.co.za

The 100 Cycle Challenge is a wholly-owned property of 100 Cycle Challenge (Pty) Ltd.