6 Reasons to Ride Karkloof
Sappi sponsored karlkloof trails are fun for all rider skill levels. Karkloof is just outside of Hilton KZN, so it’s weekend worthy from major centres.
If you haven’t yet ridden Hennops, you should!
The scenery of rolling hills on exquisitely made wide bench cut trails keeps the excitement high.
#ChasingTheSun for 270km on Gravel from Stockdale to Kenton | A BikeMarket Experience
The story of the mid-summer 270km gravel epic ridden by James Thompson, Luke Roberts and Charles Keey.
MODDERFONTEIN MTB TRAILS
Modderfontein Nature Reserve is ideally situated in Central Gauteng. This location has various loops that cater for all levels of experience on both single-track and jeep-track. From dams to navigate your way around and forests to lose yourself in, this is a great spot to spend on the bike.
NORTHERN FARMS
One of Johannesburg’s well-known trails allows for a wide range of riders, from beginners to competitive cyclists to enjoy a variety of MTB routes according to their experience.
“THE CRADLE” OF HUMANKIND
The Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site by bike. This 27km long trail is popular due to its proximity to Johannesburg. An ideal location for those looking to get some mileage in over the weekend.
CRADLE MOON MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
Cradle Moon, located in the Cradle of Humankind starts at the Lakeside Game Lodge. Routes meander through valleys surrounding Lake Heritage and over hills scattered with game.
SHUTTLE WEEKEND – REMI’S TRAILS TZANEEN
The Bike Market Shuttle takes us to Tzaneen for a weekend of ripping some of South Africa’s best trails situated in the picturesque Magoebaskloof mountain range.
BRAAMFONTEIN SPRUIT
“The Spruit” is a renound local spot in the riding community. With various access points to the single tracks that snake alongside Braamfontein River, the most common routes run between Sunninghill, Emmarentia, Delta Park, Greenside, and Melville.
BUFFELSDRIFT TRAIL PARK
Situated near Dinokeng Game Reserve, just North of Pretoria, Buffelsdrift Nature Conservancy is a great location for mountain biking. With a variety of trails to choose from and an abundance of wildlife, this location is suited for all riders.