Greyton Classic
This is footage and information on the 2010 and 2011 Greyton Classic. Info on the 2012 event will be uploaded in the new year. The Greyton Classic is now in the 6th year and looking forward to another great event. Included will be lots of family fun, with tough routes for the fitter cyclist to an easier shorter route suitable for everyone. We will also be offering pre-registration to avoid the crush on the morning. We look forward to seeing you all there.
2010 video footage
edited by Just Shoot Me Video Productions
GREYTON CLASSIC
3 events to choose from
MTB, Trail Run or Duo Cycle/Run
18 JUNE 2011
The GREYTON CLASSIC once again brings loads of exciting cycling and running challenges along the foot of the majestic Sonderend mountain range. Action packed with loads of fun for the whole family. The magnificent historical farm, The Oaks is where all the action takes place.
New singletrack has been included in both the long routes and trail improvements worked on to keep it exciting. The latest addition to the event is the solo combo 21km cycle and 10km run to really challenge yourself. The scenery is incredible, with views over dams and surrounding farms. You may encounter some friendly Alpacas and sheep on route!
The routes encompass varied terrain, animal and jeep track and around 10km’ s of singletrack with a good flow to avoid bottlenecks. Waterstations are sponsored by Greyton Tourism, Rockhopper Cycles (Greyton) and Overberg Water and promise to keep your thirst quenched.
The timing of this event is great training for July Knysna !
The MTB will be timed by Pedal Power so dont forget to bring your timing chip. This will be a seeded event.
The trail run and duo will be seperately timed. Cyclists taking part in the Duo will be issued with a running number and do not require their Pedal Power seeded number.
Select one of the following :
MTB 45km , 21km, 10km
TRAIL RUNNING 21km, 10km
DUO CYCLE RUN Cycle 21km & Run 10km (solo = one person both races)
Route Descriptions
Venue & Directions;
Route descriptions :
MTB 45km
45km A tough solid route needs fitness, traversing 6 farms with a huge variety of terrain including singletrack, jeep & animal track, rocky sections, through forest, fynbos, orchards, around dams & vineyards almost 1000m of climbing and incredible views across the valleys of the Overberg. Be alert on the fast descents. After a warm up of approx 5kms through orchards and gravel road you hit the first short sharp hills of Lismore Wine Estate and then amazing singletrack. Climb to a mountain-top airstrip and ‘fly’ down again. The last section levels out, with a fast ride to the finish line.
Route for the MTB, Trail Run & Duo 21km
21km follows the first half of the 45km route which includes all the great forest singletrack and ensures a great workout with enough climbing to get the heart rate up. Although moderately technical, you need to be on your toes ! Beautiful scenery, cycling around the dams, through the orchards and paddocks and little bridge crossings.
For trail runners, the 21km route is not technical, but includes great singletrack and will ensure a good workout with both undulating and moderately steep climbs, but no rock scrambling.
The 10km is straight forward, mosly jeep track which will give you a faster pace.
Route for the MTB, Trail Run & Duo 10km
10km is suitable for all level of cyclists & runners. The route takes you through orchards, vineyards and around the dam. Moderate climbs with fun sections to conquer and stunning fun riding through the countryside.
Waterpoints on route
2 on the 45km route
2 on the 21km route
1 on the 10km route
Awesome prizes up for grabs from Sportsmans Warehouse, First Ascent, Giant, Imazine, Inov-8 and more ..