MORE THAN A RIDE: THE KAROO TO COAST EXPERIENCE RETURNS IN 2027
Entries for the 2027 Lions Karoo to Coast MTB, Gravel & E-Bike Challenge open on 23 October 2026 There are cycling events you enter because you want to race. There are events you enter…
Beukes and Hopf Triumph in Muddy 25th Edition of the Lions Karoo to Coast
Cronje Beukes and Chloé Hopf won the 2026 Lions Karoo to Coast in muddy and cold conditions on Sunday, 27 September. Beukes, who hails from George, had twice finished in the top five before claiming…
Last Chance to Ride the 25th Lions Karoo to Coast – Entries Close 7 September
25th Lions Karoo to Coast | Sunday, 27 September 2026 | Uniondale to Knysna There is now a very clear message for mountain bikers, gravel riders and e-bike riders across South Africa: if you want…
The Lions Karoo to Coast Rides On!
Official Approval Secured for the Historic 25th Edition There is exciting news for mountain bikers across South Africa! The 25th edition of the Lions Karoo to Coast Mountain Bike Challenge has officially received all…
Why We Ride the K2C – The Heart of Kom se Pad
Every rider has a favourite section of the Lions Karoo to Coast. For many, it is Kom se Pad. As the route winds beneath towering Outeniqua Yellowwood trees, through tunnels of indigenous forest alive with…
Why We Ride: Teresa Coetzee, Her Son Xander and a Bucket-List Karoo to Coast Adventure
One of the things we love most about the Lions Karoo to Coast is that every rider arrives at the start line with a story. Some are chasing a personal best. Some are chasing a…
Lions Karoo to Coast 2026: Bigger Partnerships, More Rider Rewards and an Unforgettable 25th Edition
The countdown to the 25th edition of the Lions Karoo to Coast Mountain Bike Challenge is officially on — and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in the history…
Lions Karoo to Coast 2026: The 100km Ride That’s Easier Than You Think
Thinking About a 100km Ride? We’ve Made It Easier Than Ever If you’ve ever considered taking on a 100km cycling event but felt overwhelmed by the logistics — you’re not alone. Transport, accommodation, registration, race-day…
A Beginner’s Training Guide for Your First Lions Karoo to Coast
Riding the Lions Karoo to Coast Challenge for the first time is a bucket-list goal for many cyclists. Covering 100km from Uniondale to Knysna via Prince Alfred’s Pass, the event rewards smart preparation, steady pacing and resilience —…
Ride Lions Karoo to Coast and Help Raise a Life-Changing Guide Dog
When riders line up for the 25th edition of the Lions Karoo to Coast MTB, Gravel and E-Bike Challenge on 27 September 2026, they won’t just be chasing the finish line — they’ll be riding…