Cape Town Cycle Tour – Frequently Asked Questions

How will I be seeded for the 2024 event?

• Your 2022 and 2023 Cape Town Cycle Tour results.
• Events that are approved and are hosted nationally between the 2023 Cycle Tour and early February of 2024 – the full list is HERE.

Will there be a registration and expo?

• Yes. The Cape Town Cycle Tour Lifecycle Expo will take place from 7 -9 March 2024 at the DHL Stadium. 

When do entries open?

Entries will open towards the end of September 2023; follow us on social media for the latest event announcements.

How will my entry be confirmed?

• Have you entered and paid but did not receive a confirmation? Here’s a few things you can do before you call or email us:
  • 1. Leave your browser open  (the automated confirmations are taking a little longer while we are experiencing these higher than normal entry volumes)
  • 2. If you have closed your browser – do a quick entry status check HERE
  • 3. Give it 24 hours and check your inbox for a confirmation email
  • 4. Still nothing? Then please email us at info@cycletour.co.za and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Will substitutions be allowed?

• Yes, substitutions will be allowed. Substitutions will open in February, 2024. This is the only legal way that you may substitute your entry, or ride on someone else’s number. 

How will I pay for my Cycle Tour entry?

• Entries will be paid for online via a credit card.

How much time do I have to complete the route?

• Each participant will have 7 hours to complete the route. This time is taken from the time you cross the start mat and your FinishTime timing board activates that you have started.

How fit do I need to be to complete the route?

• For most riders, general cycling fitness will be more than enough to finish within 7 hours. If you are concerned you might not, or want to finish faster, we have a number of free training programmes – beginner, intermediate and advanced available HERE.

Will cyclists on E-bikes be permitted to participate?

• Yes, E-bikes will be permitted in accordance with the event rules.

Will there be water points?

• All participants will be encouraged to carry sufficient water/Powerade with them where possible by the using water bottles and hydration packs. There will be water tables along the route. 

How will the event be timed?

• Each rider will be required to use a FinishTime timing board. This board will activate both your start time as you cross the start mat as well as your time of completion when you cross the finish mat.

Why is a timing board compulsory?

• The use of the FinishTime timing board is mandatory. Apart from the fact that it allows us to time you on the day it allows us to manage what is happening out on the route. There are a number of timing points around the route that allow us to track the progress of the entire event and know exactly what resources are required at any point. It also allows us to have a better idea of where our individual participants are at any time so that when queries are received from loved ones we are able to let them have an idea of your anticipated finish time or in fact if you have actually finished or not.

If I forget my timing board on the morning are they available at the start?

• Yes, timing boards are available at the start from the CTCT staff, whom will be clearly identifiable as well as from the timing gazebo. The placement of this gazebo will be communicated to you in your final event brief.

What happens if I lose or forget my race number?

• There will be a race administration points within the start precinct where our crew will be able to assist participants who have lost or misplaced their race numbers. The placement of this administration point will be communicated to you in your final event brief.

Will I get a medal on completion?

• Finishers medals will be given to all participants completing the event.