Route Change Announced for 2025 Cycling South Africa National Road Championships; Time Trial Routes Unchanged; Rider Instructions to Follow

Midvaal, 31 January 2025 – Cycling South Africa wishes to inform all participants of a route change for the upcoming National Road Championships, taking place in Midvaal from 6 to 9 February 2025.  Please note that the Time Trial routes will remain unchanged.

The original road race route, which included a section through Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, has been altered.  After many discussions and much deliberation, Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve decided to suspend all events in the reserve. This is following a fatal incident during a cycling race in late 2024.  Out of respect for this decision and to ensure the safety of all participants, the road race route will no longer traverse the reserve.

All road race categories will now compete on a revised 27km loop. While this loop may be familiar to riders from the 2024 event, it has been modified with the addition of a new climb to increase the challenge.  Riders will complete multiple laps of this circuit, depending on their category.

This updated format offers several advantages.  The shorter loop will make the event significantly more spectator-friendly, as supporters will have more frequent opportunities to cheer on their riders.  Additionally, the revised route will simplify the establishment of feeding zones, allowing riders easier access to nutrition and hydration from their support teams.

Cycling South Africa understands that route changes can require adjustments, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.  We want to assure all participants that we are committed to delivering an exciting and well-organized championship.  The safety and enjoyment of our riders remain our top priorities, and we are confident that this revised road race route, in conjunction with the unchanged Time Trial courses, will provide a challenging and memorable experience for everyone involved.

Final rider instructions, including confirmed starting times, detailed route maps, GPS files, and designated feeding zone locations, will be sent to all registered participants before close of business on Friday, 31 January 2025.

We look forward to welcoming you to Midvaal in February!

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