Lourensford MTB Prestige 2026 | Somerset West Premier Stage Race
LOURENSFORD
PRESTIGE
Elite vineyard ascents and manicured estate trails. Luxury meets the dirt in the heart of Somerset West for two days of unforgettable stage racing.
RIDE BENEATH THE
HELDERBERG PEAKS
Lourensford is calling! Ready for two days of mountain biking, good vibes, and unforgettable riding? Nestled beneath the Helderberg mountains, Lourensford Wine Estate is surrounded by some of the best trails in the country.
RIDE FOR MORE THAN A MEDAL
We are proud to partner with Raise 4 a Child, a charity dedicated to uplifting vulnerable youth. A percentage of your entry fee goes directly to this homegrown NPO.
ELITE ESTATE TRAILS
Ride straight into the heart of the Helderberg network with access to flowing singletrack, forest climbs, technical descents, and iconic routes through Lourensford and Vergelegen.
A FAMILY PILGRIMAGE
Whether you are firing up to race or bringing the family for the weekend, expect big-trail energy, incredible scenery, and the full Weekend Warrior village atmosphere.
LOURENSFORD GALLERY
2025 Stellenbosch Highlights
WHAT'S AT LOURENSFORD
WORLD-CLASS TRAILS
Ride the region's finest singletrack across Raise 4 A Child, N4 and Roller Coaster, purpose-built and tuned for Weekend Warriors this October.
CLEAN ABLUTIONS
Weekend Warriors have access to hot showers and premium village toilets, serviced regularly throughout the weekend by Boland Toilet Hire.
WESTVAAL FAMILY FUN
Drop the kids off at no charge in our safe, secure Family Fun zone, split across Westvaal Somerset West, Isuzu and MG — with face painters, balloon twisters, lawn games and jumping castles keeping the whole crew entertained.
DID YOU KNOW?
A portion of every entry will go to Raise 4 A Child and help raise funds for the NPO of the same name, run by Hyperclear and its network, giving back to children through education.
RIDE WITH CYCLE LAB
Cycle Lab has your back with on-route tech support to keep your wheels turning, plus every rider competing in the event receives a R150 voucher.
FINISHERS MEDAL
Every rider receives a high-quality finisher's medal that matches the specific route they took on – your mission, your medal.
PRIZES & PODIUMS
Partnership prizes are awarded at our official village podium ceremony at the end of Stage 2 – full prize breakdowns and post-race documents live on the FAQ page under the Post-Race section.
E-BIKE CHARGING
Fast-charging stations are set up in the bike park and next to the bike wash, run by Peninsula Power Products to keep your e-bike race-ready.
PREMIUM FOOD OPTIONS
Food on-site is handled by Woolworths Food, with quality meals and barista coffee available to purchase throughout the event.
CHILL ZONE & BEER GARDEN
Relax and swap war stories in our Chill Zone and Beer Garden, proudly sponsored by SAB, with Hyperclear Tech hosting a Saturday afternoon happy hour and live music.
GEAR UP WITH RUDY PROJECT
Every Weekend Warrior who signs up receives a R750 Rudy Project voucher, redeemable at their village stand on race day for premium eyewear and helmets.
DAILY DISTANCES
BRONZE MISSION
10km with 240m of climbing. A steady climb from the Lourensford Field takes you up to the Peninsula Power Products waterpoint, followed by some easier contour riding. Then drop into the lower part of the Raise 4 A Child Single Track — the only real test for Bronze riders today — before a downhill dash back to the finish.
START TIME: 12:40 PM
12.5km with 212m of climbing. A much gentler start as you make your way towards the end of the farm and the border of Vergelegen. From there, turn back and roll along the canals, with a final climb up to the Peninsula Power Products waterpoint before you’re home and your Weekend Warrior is all wrapped up.
START TIME: 08:10 AMSILVER MISSION
25.9km with 720m of climbing. A hard start right out the gate as you make your way to the top of Ultimate, past the Peninsula Power Products waterpoint and down the Raise 4 A Child Single Track. Then it’s back up the mountain to the Nutri-Go waterpoint before heading across into the Impression trail. A fast downhill run and a quick bike check at Cycle Lab set you up for the run home.
START TIME: 12:35 PM
23.7km with 569m of climbing. An easier start as you traverse the border between Vergelegen and Lourensford — but don’t let it fool you, the climbs are coming. Fast riding across farms into Vergelegen, then back over the newly built weir into Lourensford. The big challenge is the steep climb to the top of Limitless and the Nutri-Go waterpoint. Enjoy the long descent, then one final sting before the Peninsula Power Products waterpoint and the run home.
START TIME: 08:05 AMGOLD MISSION
43.3km with 825m of climbing — and no free miles. A hard start to the top of Ultimate, past the Peninsula Power Products waterpoint and down the Raise 4 A Child Single Track. Over the canals and back up the N4 to the base of the Lourensford Neck, then down Rollercoaster into the Nutri-Go waterpoint. One final climb to the top of Impression, a fill-up at the Cycle Lab waterpoint, and the last push to the line.
START TIME: 12:30 PM
43.6km with 1 089m of climbing. This is the big one. A slightly easier start along the Vergelegen–Lourensford border, across farms into Vergelegen and back over the newly built weir. Then a steep climb to the top of Limitless and the Nutri-Go waterpoint — enjoy that downhill, it’s worth it. The climbing starts again all the way to the top of Endless and into parts of the valley you didn’t see on Day 1. Onto the N1 for another lap of Rollercoaster, top up at Cycle Lab, then the final run down Ultimate to the finish.
START TIME: 08:00 AM
THE LANGUAGE
OF THE TRAIL
High-contrast junction boards are placed at all technical splits, distance divergences, and critical intersections.
RACE VILLAGE
LAYOUT
Explore the logistics hub of Lourensford. From the premium tented village to the elite e-bike charging hall, every zone is designed for maximum rider flow, comfort, and celebration.
RIDE FOR MORE
THAN A MEDAL
The Otto1890 Weekend Warrior series is thrilled to announce our official partnership with Raise 4 A Child. This mission ensures your ride provides much more than just a finisher’s trophy.
100% of donations and a dedicated percentage of entry fees go directly to this homegrown NPO, uplifting vulnerable youth through sports and education. You bring the passion on the trails; together we build their future.
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RACE
SCHEDULE
- TUE, 13 OCT10:00 - 15:00 Cycle Lab N1 City DIRECTIONS
- WED, 14 OCT10:00 - 15:00 Otto1890 Offices, Newlands DIRECTIONS
- THU, 15 OCT10:00 - 15:00 Otto1890 Offices, Stellenbosch DIRECTIONS
- FRI, 16 OCT13:30 - 17:30 Lourensford Wine Estate — number collection and tented village allocation for riders staying over DIRECTIONS
- 09:30 - 11:30 Registration for MTB, Weekend Pass & Day Riders
- 12:25 Start for Gold E-Bike Riders
- 12:30 Start for Gold Riders
- 12:35 Start for Silver Riders
- 12:40 Start for Bronze Riders
- 06:30 - 08:00 Registration for Day Riders
- 07:55 Start for Gold E-Bike Riders
- 08:00 Start for Gold Riders
- 08:05 Start for Silver Riders
- 08:10 Start for Bronze Riders
- 12:00 Prize Giving for all Categories
ENTRY COSTS
- Full 2-day stage race entry
- Access to all Village Amenities
- Multiple waterpoints enroute
- Heavyweight Finisher’s Medal
- Complimentary drinks upon finishing
- Race entry into the 2-day stage race
- Access to all Village Amenities
- Multiple waterpoints enroute
- Heavyweight Finisher’s Medal
- Complimentary drinks upon finishing
- Single day entry (Saturday or Sunday)
- Access to all Village Amenities
- Heavyweight Finisher's Medal
- Official results in day rider class
CAMPING PACKAGES
DOUBLE LUXURY TENT
Sleeps 2 people. Includes beds and mattresses, bedding, side table, chairs, and lantern. Available from Friday night.
BOOK NOWSINGLE LUXURY TENT
Sleeps 1 person. Includes bed and mattress, bedding, side table, chair, and light. Available from Friday night.
BOOK NOWRCE TENT RENTAL
Available to Weekend Warriors only. 2m x 2m tent. Sleeps 2. Mattress and bedding not included. Available from Friday night.
BOOK NOWBRING OWN TENT
ONLY 30 SPOTS ALLOWED. Limited to a 4m x 4m setup. Dedicated field plot with full village ablution access.
BOOK NOWRegistration for the event will take place at the start line. Once inside the Lourensford estate grounds, follow official directional signage for rider parking and registration queues.
READY FOR THE
LOURENSFORD
CHALLENGE?
R100.00 late entry fee applies to all race day registrations.
THE PARTNER
NETWORK
