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MOUNTAIN BIKE EVENT GUIDE

Berg & Bush bike guide

2 Day: 29–30 May · 3 Day: 4–6 June 2027110 km or 180 kmDrakensberg & Tugela Valley, KZN

Ride it right.

Fast, flowing singletrack, the famous escarpment descent and proper Drakensberg adventure. There is a sociable two-day option and a longer three-day stage race.

THE BIKE

What works here

Short-travel full suspension is the sweet spot: quick enough on open trail, forgiving through repeated singletrack and comfortable over consecutive days.

BIKET PICKS

Start with these bikes

Supercaliber
BEST MATCH

Supercaliber

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Top Fuel
ALTERNATIVE

Top Fuel

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Procaliber
ALTERNATIVE

Procaliber

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BEFORE THE START

Your race-ready checklist

  • Book a full service early—not in race week.
  • Use fresh, event-appropriate tubeless tyres.
  • Dial in fit, contact points and nutrition in training.
  • Carry and know how to use your repair kit.
  • Test the exact setup on a long ride.

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