LIONS KAROO TO COAST | ICONIC 100KM MOUNTAIN, E-BIKE & GRAVEL BIKE CHALLENGE

27 SEPTEMBER 2026

The Lions Karoo to Coast Mountain Bike Challenge is an off-road adventure from Uniondale to Knysna via the iconic Prince Alfred's Pass.
Following flood damage earlier this year, riders will experience a revised route for the 2026 event, while still enjoying the spectacular scenery, rewarding challenge and unforgettable experience that have made Karoo to Coast one of South Africa's favourite mountain bike events. Riders are encouraged to train sufficiently to maximise their enjoyment of the ride.
2026 Route Update
The 2026 entry fee is R950 and will include complimentary dinner served at the registration venue on Saturday, 26 September.

Please note that riders are also required to purchase a CSA Day License and Finish Time Timing Board, if they do not already have one.

Proceeds from this event support Sight Projects of the Knysna & Uniondale Lions Clubs.

Entries are limited to 4,500 riders and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis — don’t miss out!

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The Lions Karoo to Coast welcomes MTB, Gravel, and E-Bike riders!

Our popular free E-Bike battery swap service has sparked a major surge in participation, with E-Bike entries tripling for the 2025 event.

Gravel riders will start in the usual seeded bunches, but there’s separate prize money and podium places for the top Gravel man and woman.

Why Enter the 2026 Lions Karoo to Coast?

  1. Ride to Raise a Guide Dog – If 2 100 riders enter the 2026 Lions Karoo to Coast, we will donate R100 000 to the South African Guide Dogs Association — funding the training of a guide dog puppy that will change someone’s life.Join us and help make this a reality – BE PART OF THE 2 100 RIDERS!
  2. Tackle the route in reverse! Experience the famous Gravel Burn Stage One the other way around — a fresh twist on a classic challenge.
  3. Gravel glory! Dedicated prizes for the first male and female Gravel riders.
  4. New Age Group Fun Prizes – because every rider deserves a chance to shine.
  5. Wine & Wheels Expo in Uniondale – a festive start to your weekend.
  6. Glamping options with upgraded ablutions and new hot showers.
  7. E-Bikes welcome! Plus our popular free E-Bike battery swap service keeps you charged all the way to Knysna.
  8. Fully stocked, charity-run waterpoints bringing the vibe and cheering you on along the route.
  9. Festive Knysna finish – the perfect ending to an unforgettable ride.
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The Lions Karoo to Coast Mountain Bike Race has been selected as an Official Premier Seeding Event of the 2027 Cape Town Cycle Tour
The event is owned by the Lions Clubs of Uniondale and Knysna and all proceeds from the event go to Sightfirst, the South African Guide Dog Association and other urgent needs in the community.
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The Lions Karoo to Coast is a CSA Sanctioned Event, please note that you will be charged for a day license should you not already have a CSA membership
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