The highly anticipated second edition of the RBC 3Rivers Enduro is set to go off on Sunday, 16 November 2025, at the stunning Crossways Farm Village in the Eastern Cape. The inaugural event in 2024 set the tone for what is becoming one of the most fun-filled Enduro events in South Africa!
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Riders from across the country fell in love with the face melting corners of the 3Rivers trails. Young and old had an absolute blast conquering the 6 Stages in style and speed and that is what the 2025 event is going to be all about.
The RBC 3Rivers Enduro will also be the final showdown of the SRAM Southern Cape Series that included rounds in Knysna and George to kick off the first year of the series. That being said, riders from Cape Town, Joburg, and Durban will find the event a short drive from PE’s airport, making it an accessible weekend trip to experience new trails and the buzz of the Enduro racing community.
A Weekend of Gravity, Fun and Great Vibes
The RBC 3Rivers Enduro promises a full weekend of fun, culminating in a spectacular race day of fierce competition. Riders on E-bikes, Hardtails, and Trail bikes all had a blast at the inaugural event, so bring along whatever bike you’ve got in the garage and get in on the action.
- Race Day: Sunday, 16 November 2025 (unofficial practice encouraged in the build up to the race)
- Location: Crossways Farm Village, Eastern Cape
- Series Finale: This is the last stop on the SRAM Southern Cape Series calendar, where overall champions will be crowned!
The Race Format: Choose Your Challenge
The event is designed to test the skills and fitness of every mountain biker, from seasoned racers to weekend warriors:
- The Full Enduro: A bigger test of endurance and skill over six thrilling, timed downhill stages. Approximately 33km in total.
- The Lite Enduro: Perfect for regular MTB riders looking to experience the thrill of Enduro racing! This race covers three stages and offers an accessible taste of the gravity-fed format. Approximately 22km in total.
All riders on both E-Bikes and normal MTBs are welcome to compete in their respective categories.
The Longest Enduro Stage in SA?
Prepare for a true epic descent, as the 3 Rivers Enduro course features a stage that could be one of the longest enduro stages in South Africa! A distance of 5.13km with 275m of elevation lost. The current Strava KOM sits at 8min 58sec, will it be beaten on November 16th?
This legendary segment running from the top of of the Oxwagon Trail to the end of Purple Cow 3 will push riders to their limit, demanding a supreme blend of fitness and bike-handling precision to top the leaderboards. What’s more, there is a potential new surprise stage to keep things fresh and challenging for returning riders.
Make It A Weekend Getaway!
The action starts long before Sunday’s race with a social and festival atmosphere:
- Camping: Camping is available from Friday night at the Crossways Farm Village venue. Riders can join an open, social MTB ride (open to all mountain bikers, not only enduro entrants) and enjoy the on-site restaurant open for dinner.
- Spectator Experience: Bring your family and friends! Our transport partner, Eastern Cape Motors, will be running convenient spectator shuttles to key vantage points on the course, ensuring fans don’t miss any of the action. Cool off in the dam and watch the racers rip down the mountain!
- Refreshments: The event is proud to partner with First Choice, who will be providing their delicious protein milk to keep the energy levels high. There will be food and drinks available from the restaurant in the race village for riders and spectators on top of that.
- Prizes: Beyond the series trophies, some exciting prizes are up for grabs as per last year’s event for top performers across the categories.
Don’t miss the chance to race one of the country’s most fun Enduro events and be part of the final-round excitement. Get your mates together and come test your gravity skills, enjoy the weekend atmosphere, and finish your mountain biking season on a high note in the beautiful Eastern Cape!
For entries and more information, click here or here.
