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230km in 24hrs through the biggest Wilderness area in SA from Willowmore to Jbay on your MTB ⛰🚲
8 August 2026
#transbaviaans

Out here, as a team, riding side by side isn’t opt Out here, as a team, riding side by side isn’t optional, it’s everything. 
It comes down to how well you pace, communicate, and show up for each other when it counts. 
Because out here, you don’t ride alone. You start together, you suffer together, and you finish together. 🏆
#transbavians #mountainbiking #southafrica #teamwork
Faces from Trans Baviaans 🚵‍♂️ Grit in the eyes. Faces from Trans Baviaans 🚵‍♂️
Grit in the eyes. Dust on the skin. Smiles that tell stories words can’t. From the quiet focus before sunrise to the laughter at the finish, every face carries a piece of the journey.
Pain, perseverance, and moments of pure joy in between. This is what the race really looks like.
#transbaviaans #southafrica
The Trans Talk Series is back! 🔗 Link in bio to The Trans Talk Series is back! 
🔗 Link in bio to our YouTube channel!
Join Angus Teeton as he guides you through everything you need to know to get race-ready for August.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be dropping episodes covering all aspects of the race, from prep to performance.
Catch Episode 1 now on our YouTube channel! 🎥
Somewhere between doubt and determination, somethi Somewhere between doubt and determination, something shifts. You don’t just ride, you endure 💪 
Faces marked with grit. 
Silence softened by breath and gravel.
Lights drifting through the night 🔦
Cold river crossings and heavy legs.
This is Trans Baviaans! 🚵‍♂️ 
Unfiltered, unforgiving and unforgettable! 
#transbaviaans #southafrica #mountainbiking
It all begins in Willowmore and ends in Jeffreys B It all begins in Willowmore and ends in Jeffreys Bay, but what happens in between is what makes the legend.
Riders roll out from the quiet streets of Willowmore as the nerves settle and the sun dips low. Ahead lies 230km of grit, grind, and the raw beauty of the Baviaanskloof.
Through the night. Over the climbs. Across the valleys. 🌌
And then, hours later, you arrive at the finish in Jeffreys Bay, exhausted, emotional, and forever changed.
From start village to finish village. From doubt to triumph. This is Trans Baviaans. 🚵‍♂️ 
#transbaviaans #SouthAfrica
TRANS BAVIAANS 2026 – ARE YOU READY? 🚵‍♂️ One of TRANS BAVIAANS 2026 – ARE YOU READY? 🚵‍♂️
One of SA’s most iconic MTB challenges is calling…
230km. 24 hours. Pure grit.
📅 August 2026
📍 Willowmore ➡️ Jeffreys Bay
⛰ ±2 840m climbing
📏 ±230km of wild terrain
This isn’t just a race — it’s an adventure.
Unmarked routes through the legendary Baviaanskloof.
Long climbs, dusty roads, night riding, team suffering 🌌
🤝 Ride in teams of 2–4
⏱ Stay within 2 minutes of each other
🏁 Finish under 24 hours to earn that medal
From brutal climbs like Nuwekloofpas to the endless grind of Neverender, every pedal stroke earns you the right to roll into Jeffreys Bay. 🌊
#TransBaviaans #MTB #UltraEndurance #RideYourStory #Baviaanskloof
The Story Behind the TransBaviaans Mountain Bike R The Story Behind the TransBaviaans Mountain Bike Race 🚵‍♂️
Wikus van der Walt’s vision was simple: create a challenge that tests strength, teamwork, and grit, while celebrating the beauty of the Eastern Cape. From organising routes through remote wilderness to personally supporting riders, the family’s hands-on approach helped turn a bold idea into a bucket-list event for mountain bike riders nationwide. 
The TransBaviaans starts in Willowmore because it’s the perfect gateway to the Baviaanskloof. The terrain is remote, rugged, and ready to test every rider. From here, the adventure unfolds across mountains, rivers, and wilderness, making every kilometer legendary. ⛰️
The TransBaviaans finishes in Jeffreys Bay to reward riders with the iconic coastal view after 230 km of epic wilderness. From rugged mountains to ocean breeze, it is the perfect finish to an unforgettable adventure. 🌊 
#transbaviaans #mountainbiking #southafrica
Wow!! The early bird caught the worm indeed! We ar Wow!! The early bird caught the worm indeed! We are sold out of the early bird entries! 
What an overwhelming response we had! 
Head to www.transbaviaans.co.za if you still want to catch an entry under the new 2026 terms.
PRIORITY ENTRIES OPENING AT 8AM! #houjouvingeropd PRIORITY ENTRIES OPENING AT 8AM!
#houjouvingeropdieknoppie #transbaviaans2026
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Missing these views? Don't worry, Baviaans' got yo Missing these views? Don't worry, Baviaans' got your back! See what we did there?
Priority entries open TOMORROW, Monday 1 September, so if you are eligible for a shield next year, be sure to 'druk die knoppie' and enter!
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Early Bird Entries will open, Tuesday 2 September, only limited amount available!
#TransBaviaans2026 #houjouvingeropdieknoppie
The Early Bird catches the worm!! Be sure not to The Early Bird catches the worm!!
Be sure not to miss out on the limited early bird entries, going live Tuesday, 2 September 2025! Make sure not to have FOMO at the Transbaviaans2026!
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#TransBaviaans2026 #houjouvingeropdieknoppie
ENTRIES OPEN 1 September! PRIORITY ENTRIES ONLY. ENTRIES OPEN 1 September! PRIORITY ENTRIES ONLY.
Calling all Shield contenders, this is your one day only priority entry. If you are eligible for completing your shield, now is your chance to grab the very first entries!
If you are on your:
4th going for number 5,
9th going for number 10,
19th going for number 20
This is your call to enter!!
Early Bird entries will open 2 September. 
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#transbaviaans2026 #houjouvingeropdieknoppie
The last two ladies rolled in side by side. They a The last two ladies rolled in side by side. They are the final riders to cross the line for Trans Baviaans 2025. Smiles and a whole lot of heart right to the very end.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
After a long day through the Baviaanskloof, a hot After a long day through the Baviaanskloof, a hot jaffel and a quick warm-up at CP7 is exactly what riders need to fuel up for the final stretch. Simple, lekker, and just the boost to get them home.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
Finish line vibes are unmatched at Trans Baviaans Finish line vibes are unmatched at Trans Baviaans - riders rolling in to big smiles, warm fires, and a hero’s welcome. Supporters bring the same go-hard energy as the riders, making sure every finisher arrives to cheers, high-fives, and pure excitement. And after a day in the wild, the riders get a lekker Castle Lite and Spur burger to top it all off.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
Back with a bang 💥 @sarahhillrsa anchored the @com Back with a bang 💥 @sarahhillrsa anchored the @completecyclist squad to victory in her return to the #TransBaviaans for the first time in 6 years. Debutants @riccileebrookstone & @staceyleigh100 smashed their first event alongside Hill. 
#transbaviaans2025
Most riders are now either making the climb up MAC Most riders are now either making the climb up MAC to Bergplaas or warming up at the top with a much-needed cup of hot soup. Next up - braving the cold wind and taking on the wild descent to CP5.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
Congratulations to The Complete Cyclist’s Ricci-Le Congratulations to The Complete Cyclist’s Ricci-Lee Brookstone, Sarah Hill, and Stacey Paul - taking first place on the women’s podium on Women’s Day! A perfect way to celebrate strength, teamwork, and the spirit of Trans Baviaans.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
Top 5 women through CP7 - strong, determined, and Top 5 women through CP7 -  strong, determined, and pushing for the final stretch of Trans Baviaans 2025.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
Top 5 masters teams through CP7 - experienced legs Top 5 masters teams through CP7 - experienced legs and steady focus driving them towards the finish line.
#TransBaviaans2025 #RideTheWild #WomensDayRide #FacesOfBaviaans #TeamSpirit #MoreThanARace
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