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BIG MOUNTAIN COUNTRY

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EMERGENCY NUMBER 062 155 8114

27 & 28 MAY 2023

Clarens Clover MTB

THABA E KHOLO

Sesotho for Big Mountain

The champagne race at the Amohela, it's most certainly not for sissies as we trade out distance for elevation gained in the foothills of the might Maluti Mountains that tower over us. The altitude takes attitude. Have you got what it takes to conquer Big Mountain Country?

Day One 45km | 960m ascent
Day Two 61km | 940m ascent

Individual Entry Fee : R1355 pp
Team Entry Fee : R2375

Clarens Clover MTB

THABA E NYENYANE

Sesotho for Small Mountain

Don't get us wrong, there is no such thing as a small mountain around the picturesque village of Clarens. The Thaba e Nyenyane route just trades out a little distance and several major climbs to cater for those who are keen for a lighter day out on the legs with all the views.

Day One 32km | 730m ascent
Day Two 48km | 640m ascent

Individual Entry Fee : R995 pp
Team Entry Fee : R1735

Clarens Clover MTB

SINGLE DAY OPTIONS

Keen to try out racing in Big Mountain Country but afraid that you don't have the legs for 2 days of it? Then this is for you.

Riders can choose from either one of the stage race Day Two options to ride in when entering.

Thaba E Kholo Day Two 61km | 960m ascent
Thaba e Nyenyane Day Two 48km | 640m ascent

Thaba E Kholo 1 Day Entry Fee : R395
Thaba e Nyenyane 1 Day Entry Fee : R365

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ENTRIES CLOSE 24 MAY 2023 @ 13:00

Amohela – Sesotho, a word of welcoming – as to one who’s arrival gives pleasure.

Set in and around the picturesque village of Clarens, the Amohela invites you to trail blaze it’s network of trails which lie in the foothills of the mighty Maluti’s.

The routes of made up of a network of private farms, conservancies and game farms which border or link up to Clarens. This means the trails are purpose built and exclusive to the Amohela MTB Challenge. 

Voted within the top 10 small towns to visit in SA for over 10 years, Clarens lends itself to the Amohela as the perfect host. From the moment you enter the short pass leading you into the village, you will feel your shoulders even out as you leave the world behind you for a world of adventure.

There is no official race at the Amohela, the entire village opens it’s arms to us. Riders can choose where to sleep, what they would like to eat or drink and what’s best? The Start / Finish is only a stones throw away from all accommodation in Clarens. 

Start / Finish – Clarens Golf and Trout Estate

27 & 28 May 2023

*Optional Enduro for all 2 day entrants 26 May 2023 

Event number collection : Protea Hotel – Clarens

Clarens Cycling

LOOKING GOOD

A Sneak Peak

attitude vs. altitude

Choose your challenge

CHOOSE THE CHALLENGE THAT WORKS FOR YOU

Let’s help you find the challenge that works for you. Whether you you are a weekend warrior or racing snake, there is something out there for you in the foothills of the mighty Maluti’s. The altitude does take attitude, you just need to know w

This will help you decide…

EXPLORE

A little bit more...

Clarens has a world of beauty to offer you, here is a little more about the fest. and the village...
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Discover the country

Clarens is the jewel of the Eastern Freestate. There is no shortage of adventure to be found in the mountains, from artists galleries to fine dining and white water rafting.

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Explore Clarens

Warm, welcoming hospitality with delicious cuisine. 

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Shop until you drop

Clarens galleries and shopping offer something very special to all visitors

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A taste for adrenaline

Take a splash with Clarens Xtreme. There is no shortage of adrenaline pumping activity for you to take on.