The Jar from Dirt Gravel Ride, originally scheduled for this weekend has sadly been postponed to Saturday & Sunday, 2 & 3 December 2023. Entries for the new date will open on Monday, 4 September 2023.
After careful consultation with all stakeholders, we would like to give our riders enough notice that the decision has been taken to postpone due to adverse weather predicted for this weekend. Giving the nature of the event being an outdoor camping weekend with friends and family, the weather conditions will not be pleasant in the camp as well as on route.
All riders who have already entered have been contacted via email, please check your email for further details.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate the understanding and support. We look forward to spending the weekend with you on 2 & 3 December 2023. You can view the original press release below:
Get ready to embrace the dirt and uncork the adventure at the inaugural Jar from Dirt, the ultimate gravel event presented by Pedal Power Association in collaboration with Stettyn Family Vineyards taking place on Saturday and Sunday, 2 & 3 September 2023 at the beautiful Stettyn Family Vineyards just outside Villiersdorp. Entries close on Wednesday, 30 August 2023.
The event will take place over two days with the option to take part in only one day or spend the weekend camping with the whole family and part take in both days. It will be a weekend for friends and family to enjoy together whether you are an existing cyclist, newcomer to the sport, the average participant, or an elite sportsman this will be an event you don’t want to miss out on. E-Bikes are also welcome to join. There is camping, glamping, a bike workshop, massages, steak braai and spitbraai on offer. Booking is essential to avoid disappointment!
Why the name Jar from Dirt Gravel Ride? Today the use of amphora brings something new and exciting to Stettyn Family Vineyard in the form of the Jar from Dirt ultra-premium range. An amphora is a clay vessel that has been used to make wine since ancient times.
The Male and Female winner of the 120km will win the prestigious title and the floating amphora trophy being designed and crafted by Corinne de Haas Ceramics. Winners will take home a smaller replica and the floating trophy will be displayed at Stettyn Family Vineyard. All finishers will take home a unique medal.
Day 1
Madge’s Delight – 12 km: R200 PPA Member and R250 Non-Member
Guardian’s Path – 40 km: R300 PPA Member and R350 Non-Member
Stony Rhythms – 80 km: R400 PPA Member and R450 Non-Member
Shackleton’s Quest – 120 km: R500 PPA Member and R550 Non-Member
Day 2
RAM Rampage – 30 km: R250 PPA Member and R300 Non-Member
Bąbelki Bliss – 15 km: R200 PPA Member and R250 Non-Member
Included in your entry fee will be a goody bag that includes a bottle of wine from Stettyn Family Vineyards, timing, unique finishers medal, beautiful on route experience, fully stocked waterpoints, post-race hospitality with lots of food stalls, drinks, and live music to enjoy. There will also be a secure bike park available to safely store your bike while you enjoy the live music and hospitality after your race.
*For children under the age of 18 or those who don’t drink, a non-alcoholic beverage will be added to your goody bag.
For more information:
Event Information: https://pedalpower.org.za/events/jarfromdirt/
www.pedalpower.org.za | events@pedalpower.org.za
