{"id":71570,"date":"2025-03-11T08:06:57","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T06:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/?p=71570"},"modified":"2025-03-14T11:30:14","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T09:30:14","slug":"fedgroup-cradle-100-more-than-100-km-of-mtb-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/fedgroup-cradle-100-more-than-100-km-of-mtb-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Fedgroup Cradle 100: More than 100 km of MTB fun!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The much-anticipated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedgrouptrails.co.za\/cradle-100\/?utm_source=bikehub&amp;utm_medium=paid_other&amp;utm_campaign=cradle_100&amp;utm_content=article_link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fedgroup Cradle 100<\/a> is set to take place on 12-13 April 2025 at the Avianto Estate Clubhouse, offering mountain biking enthusiasts a chance to push their limits in the historic Cradle of Humankind. This exclusive event features a variety of race options, including a one-day race with distances of 10km, 25km and 45km, as well as a two-day stage race comprising a 45km ride on Day 1 and a 55km ride on Day 2. E-bikes are welcome, ensuring that all riders can join in the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedgrouptrails.co.za\/cradle-100\/?utm_source=bikehub&amp;utm_medium=paid_other&amp;utm_campaign=cradle_100&amp;utm_content=on_site_banners\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-1400x788.jpeg 1400w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/wFWzD-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The event is a race and the official launch of Fedgroup Trails, a massive network of purpose-built mountain bike trails spanning Avianto, Cradle Moon and Nirox. Participants will enjoy exclusive access to trails that are normally off-limits, providing a unique riding experience in a setting that blends modern trail design with the natural beauty of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Andrew Grobler, Fedgroup Cradle 100 Race Director explained that the Fedgroup Cradle 100 one-day race will celebrate the great trails network that Fedgroup has been developing around Avianto and the Cradle of Humankind. 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With almost two decades of experience in delivering high-value, safe mountain bike races, we plan to craft a mountain bike race to remember. Together with Fedgroup, we have planned a fun, festive day out and look forward to seeing the riders cross the finish line with smiles.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We are excited to have the buy-in of the landowners in this area, including Farmhouse 58 and neighbours. What this land offers is quite a bit of elevation. While 45km may not sound formidable, do not underestimate it; be prepared for some challenging climbs on this stage.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;At Cradle Moon, we have great options and will ensure that Stage 2 provides participants with a good balance of challenges and rewards. 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Every pedal stroke will remind participants of the joy and freedom of mountain biking in one of the world\u2019s most iconic landscapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn more and Enter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration is now open, and with limited spots available, riders will also stand a chance to win exciting prizes, secure exclusive <strong>Fedgroup Trails membership<\/strong>, and enjoy post-event access to the new trails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedgrouptrails.co.za\/cradle-100\/?utm_source=bikehub&amp;utm_medium=paid_other&amp;utm_campaign=cradle_100&amp;utm_content=article_link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fedgrouptrails.co.za<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69f11f63b44c3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69f11f63b44c3\" class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-1400x788.jpeg 1400w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5EhqI-1-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The much-anticipated Fedgroup Cradle 100 is set to take place on 12-13 April 2025 at the Avianto Estate Clubhouse, offering mountain biking enthusiasts a chance to push their limits in the historic Cradle of Humankind. 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