Explore the beauty of Clarens
18 & 19 May 2024
Head out into the country and take on some of the most scenic trails this country has to offer in the picturesque village of Clarens.
It is all about the adventure!
The Subaru Amohela is about experiencing and conquering the untamed landscape in the foot hills of the mighty Maluti Mountains and the outskirts of the picturesque village of Clarens. With 4 race options across two days, the event opens itself up to all levels of riders.
Race options
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Thaba E Kholo
18 & 19 May 2024
2 Day MTB Challenge
Day 1, 52km, 1080m asc.
Day 2, 59km, 980m asc.
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Thabe e nyenyane
18 & 19 May 2024
2 Day MTB Challenge
Day 1, 41km, 820m asc.
Day 2, 45km, 638m asc.
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single day options
18 & 19 May 2024
1 Day MTB Challenge
Thaba e Kholo Day 1 /
Thaba e Nyenyane Day 1
Choose your adventure
Thaba e Kholo
18 & 19 May 2024
The champagne race at the Subaru Amohela, designed for those a little more adventurous of heart. The event takes you out of Clarens and right along the Lesotho border line.
Riders are spoilt to panoramic views from a max altitude of 2150m above sea level. The elevation comes with other rewards in the form of fast flowing descents and rolling district roads.
There is no denying that this altitude takes attitude. Have you got what it takes to conquer Big Mountain Country?
*Early Bird Entry Fee's applicable until 20 Nov. 2023
Individual Entry Fee : R 1 355
Team Entry Fee: R 2 375
Thaba e Nyenyane
18 & 19 May 2024
Prefer the lighter side of life? Then this is the race for you... A great introduction to stage racing. The route spans across private reserves, conservancies and private farms.
Riders entering the Thaba e Kholo will also reach a high point of 2150m above sea level, but not have to face as many technical features, climbs and distance as the bigger brother event.
Step up to the challenge and come enjoy two thrilling day's in the village of Clarens with friends and family.
*Early Bird Entry Fee's applicable until 20 Nov. 2023
Individual Entry Fee : R 955
Team Entry Fee: R 1 815
Single day
Saturday 18 May 2024
Fancy a weekend in Clarens with friends and family? For the 1st time ever, the one day event has been moved to a Saturday. This means that you can come ride the race, take in the adventure and kick back and relax with friends or family for the rest of the weekend.
Riders entering the one day event can choose from either the Thaba e Kholo or Thaba e Nyenyane. If you choose to enter this race, you will only be able to ride day one of the full event.
This route takes you towards Lesotho and Fouriesburg.
*Early Bird Entry Fee's applicable until 20 Nov. 2023
Thaba e Kholo : R 395
Thaba e Nyenyane R 365
Event partners
Discover the beauty of Clarens
With over 80% of the trails heading through private reserves, conservancies and farms. These trails are built just for you and completely exclusive to the race.
Event details
Join us for two days in one of South Africa’s most picturesque towns for a weekend of adventure with friends and family.
Event dates:
18 & 19 May 2024 for the 2 day riders, 18 May for the 1 day riders
Start & Finish venue:
Clarens Golf & trout estate
Event pack collection:
Clarens Golf & Trout Estate from 11:00 – 20:30 on the 17th of May 2024
*Seeded, timed and CSA sanctioned event. Seedings will be provided for by SAS seeding, please make sure that your profile and ID number are up to date on their system. SASeeding – Mass participation Sport Results
eBike friendly:
The event is ebike friendly, however at this point ebikes do not qualify for any prizes in the event
Event timing:
Live event timing will be used, we will provide you with RFID number boards
Event merchandise:
There is great merchandise available to riders in the 2024 event, to view it click here
When do entries close?
Entries for the event will close out on the 3rd of April 2024
Event substitutions:
Event substitutions close out on the 3rd of April 2024
Accommodation options:
The event does not provide or facilitate accommodation for riders. We do however have an entire village loaded with amazing accommodation options for you to choose from. Wake up in a comfortable bed with a roof over your head. Then cruise on through to one of the village booking agents to book your event accommodation soon.
