Training

Cycling training plans for 100km rides (make that cycling training programs for 60 mile bike rides if you are from a non-metric country) are dime-a-dozen on the internet, so we have sourced the best advice and tips from industry-leading experts, all tailored to making your next Cape Town Cycle Tour your best yet.

24 Jan 2024 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Training

Yes, You Can Ride 109km!

Here is a simple training programme – and some expert advice – that should persuade you you can do this!

5 Dec 2023 - Press Release • Training

12 weeks to go – here’s your plan!

The 2024 Cape Town Cycle Tour is just 12 weeks away, and the good people at Bicycling magazine have a

3 Jan 2023 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Training

Cape Town Cycle Tour Official Strength Training Plan

Join cycling coach and personal trainer Richard Woolrich as he takes us through the strength and conditioning exercises for the

3 Jan 2023 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Training

8-Week Advanced Programme

Plans developed by Prof. Ross Tucker and Richard Woolrich, official coaches of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. Is this programme

3 Jan 2023 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Training

8-Week Intermediate Programme

Plans developed by Prof. Ross Tucker and Richard Woolrich, official coaches of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. Is this programme

3 Jan 2023 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Training

8-Week Beginner Programme

Plans developed by Prof. Ross Tucker and Richard Woolrich, official coaches of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. This programme is

20 Dec 2022 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Press Release • Training

It’s all about the base…

Speed in March is the goal, right? You want the PB, that sub-four, those subtle bragging rights at the coffee

13 Dec 2022 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Press Release • Training

Base Miles, The Not-So-Scary Way

The festive season is a great time to ride your bike, clock up some base miles for the looming (upcoming…

15 Sep 2022 - Cape Town Cycle Tour • Press Release • Training

Three nutrition strategies for diabetic athletes tackling the Cape Town Cycle Tour

Thanks to various studies and much intense research, the past decade has seen a remarkable increase in the scientific understanding

Aug 2

The cycling world lost a true legend and friend yesterday. Tim Brink’s immense contribution to the Cape Town Cycle Tour, from painstakingly compiling its history over the past 40+ years to completing an impressive 36 Cycle Tours himself, has left an indelible mark. Tim’s love and enthusiasm for cycling will live on in the hearts and minds of all who knew him for many years to come.
Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends in this difficult time.
Rest well, Tim. Your race is done.

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Jul 15

🔥Winter Strava Challenge #2!
🗓15 - 21 July 2024
Due to last week’s unfortunate weather conditions, we’re running another Winter Strava Challenge, starting today! Complete our second Challenge and you could be the lucky recipient of a Tacx Flux 2 Smart Trainer worth R17 599!

Here’s how to win:
1.⁠ ⁠Simply join the Cape Town Cycle Tour Strava Club here: www.strava.com/clubs/891199
2.⁠ ⁠Ride a total distance of 109km or more over the period of 15 - 21 July 2024.
3.⁠ ⁠Upload a photo, reel or story of your Strava activity (proof that you took up the challenge) to Facebook or Instagram, tag @ctcycletour, and include #CTCTWinterChallenge.
4.⁠ Keep an eye on our socials to see if you’re a winner!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our last challenge, let’s do it again!
*T’s & C’s apply

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Jul 8

🔥Winter Strava Challenge!
Keeping up with cycling training through winter can be tough. The cold, the rain, and those shorter days make it all too easy to skip rides and lose that hard-earned fitness. We've got some exciting Strava challenges coming up to keep you motivated. Complete our first Winter Strava Challenge and you could be the lucky recipient of a Tacx Flux 2 Smart Trainer worth R17 599!
Here’s how to win:
1.⁠ ⁠Simply join the Cape Town Cycle Tour Strava Club here: www.strava.com/clubs/891199

2.⁠ ⁠Ride a total distance of 109km or more over the period of 8 - 14 July 2024.

3.⁠ ⁠Upload a photo, reel or your Strava activity (proof that you took up the challenge) to Facebook or Instagram, tag @ctcycletour, and include #CTCTWinterChallenge.

4.⁠ Keep an eye on our socials to see if you’re a winner!

It’s as simple as that! Let’s get training!
*T’s & C’s apply

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Jun 13

The Cape Town Cycle Tour extends its most sincere condolences to the family, friends, and teammates of Calib de Kock, who tragically passed away this week following an incident while training. The cycling world has lost a rising star. RIP Calib.

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Jun 4

Before roughly 30,000 riders descend on the Grand Parade on race day, a whirlwind of behind-the-scenes preparation ensures the Cape Town Cycle Tour runs smoothly. From meticulous route planning and safety measures to hydration and medical support, every detail is crafted to create an unforgettable experience. Here's a peek into the intricate planning and hard work that makes this iconic event a success.

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Apr 30

📣REMINDER!
Relive the magic of race day TONIGHT on @supersporttv Variety1/Variety 1 Africa at 19:30. Join us as we take a look back at the highlights of the 2024 Cape Town Cycle Tour.

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Apr 29

Tune in TOMORROW, 30 April at 19:30 to SuperSport Variety 1 and catch the highlights from the 2024 Cape Town Cycle Tour. Relive the adrenaline-fuelled moments and breathtaking scenery of the world’s most beautiful bike ride.

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Apr 25

Congratulations to the following riders who pedalled their way to victory in their respective age group categories at the 2024 Cape Town Cycle Tour. This includes the 109km route and the 78km Under 17 Boys and Elite Women’s race.
For the full album of pics, please visit our Facebook page.

🥇Kent Main 02:31:21 (Elite Men)
🥇Tiffany Keep 02:12:01 (Elite Women,78km)

🥇Josh Johnson 02:05:31 (U17 Boys, 78km)

🥇Nicky Van Der Merwe 02:35:22 (M U19)
🥇Errin Faye Mackridge 02:18:12 (F U19)

🥇Luke Moir 02:31:37 (M U23)
🥇Anya Du Plessis 02:16:31 (F U23)

🥇Jaco Van Dyk 02:35:24 (M 30-34)
🥇S'annara Grove 02:12:01 (F 30-34)

🥇Jaco Venter 02:31:37 (M 35-39)
🥇Carla Oberholzer 02:12:02 (F 35-39)

🥇Derek Venter 02:50:16 (M 40-44)
🥇Sanet Coetzee 03:00:26 (F 40-44)

🥇Tom Briggs 02:50:06 (M 45-49)
🥇Kris Le Cok 03:06:03 (F 45-49)

🥇Dana Schutte 02:47:17 (M 50-54)
🥇Jennifer Tsai 03:10:05 (F 50-54)

🥇Pete Nelson 02:53:34 (M 55-59)
🥇Tina Brenzel 03:03:22 (F 55-59)

🥇Shane Daniel 02:53:33 (M 60-64)
🥇Elizabeth Janse Van Rensburg 03:00:38 (F 60-64)

🥇Paul Furbank 02:53:38 (M 65-69)
🥇Yvonne Stevens 03:41:18 (F 65-69)

🥇Linus Van Onselen 02:57:05 (M 70-74)
🥇Janice Eastman 03:47:00 (F 70-74)

🥇John Passmore 03:30:20 (M 75-79)
🥇Carol Campbell 04:40:51 (F 75-79)

🥇Maurice Connor 03:40:43 (M 80-84)
🥇Patricia Woollett 04:57:40 (F 80-84)

🥇Joe Murray 04:51:18 (M 85-89)

🥇Stuart McCreadie 03:57:26 (M Handcycle)
🥇Lauren Reimers 05:04:47 (F Handcycle)

🥇David Garrett 03:01:23 (M Tandem)
🥇Paul-Dean Rorich 03:01:23 (M Tandem)

🥇Gina Stewart 03:43:07 (F Tandem)
🥇Debbie Stopforth 03:43:07 (F Tandem)

🥇Russell Lund 03:01:41 (Mixed Tandem)
🥇Anneke Lund 03:01:41 (Mixed Tandem)

🥇Eduan Botha 04:47:27 (Blind Tandem)
🥇Willie Botha 04:47:27 (Blind Tandem)

🥇Karl Platt 02:50:16 (1st International)

🥇Johan Joubert (Oldest Man, 86 years old)
🥇Olga Basson (Oldest Woman, 84 years old)

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Apr 23

The second edition of the 42km Cape Town Cycle Tour took place on Sunday, 10 March. While this is a fun event, we would like to acknowledge the stellar performances from some of our younger riders who placed top in the overall positions and in their age categories:

Overall:
🥇Mike Baartman 01:18:35 (race number: 91023)
🥈Andre Smit 01:18:37 (race number: 91141)
🥉Catalina Lamers 01:18:37 (race number: 91001)

Under 17 Girls
🥇Catalina Lamers 01:18:37 (race number: 91001)

Under 15 Boys
🥇Zinedean Lamb 01:18:38 (race number: 91003)

Under 15 Girls
🥇Jordin Newman 01:33:07 (race number: 91037)

Under 13 Boys
🥇Matthew Marais 01:21:59 (race number: 91034)

Under 13 Girls
🥇Izzy Stermin 01:35:03 (race number: 92351)

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Apr 5

A huge shoutout to the spectators, cheerleaders and support crews for keeping the vibes strong and the energy high all along the Cape Town Cycle Tour route.

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Apr 4

Glorious sweeping scenics from the world’s most beautiful bike ride.

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📸 @tobisa

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Mar 28

Take a look back at some of the racing highlights from the 2024 Cape Town Cycle Tour.

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