Gravel Rush 511

Event Information

Prices

Venue: Venterskroon Inn

Organiser: Trail Hunter Events

Key Features of Gravel Rush 511

Distance: 511km

Elevation Gain: 4053M

Time Limit: 48 hours

Expected Winning Time: 20 hours

Water Points: 7 strategically placed spots

Start: 11H00, 24 September, Venterskroon Inn

Container System: Each rider gets two 10L containers for extra gear (batteries, warm clothing, gels, etc.), collected and packed between 8:00 - 10:00 on race day at Venterskroon Inn. Containers will be transported to Race Villages and returned Friday morning 08H00.

Charging Station: Available at Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

Bike wash & lube: Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

Route: Follows the Vaal River and traverses the scenic, quiet gravel roads of the Free State

Note: NO OUTSIDE SUPPORT ALLOWED OUTSIDE RACE VILLAGES AND WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION

Route Stats:

Event Information

Prices

Venue

Organiser: Trail Hunter Events

Key Features of Gravel Rush 511

Distance: 511km

Elevation Gain: 4053M

Time Limit: 48 hours

Expected Winning Time: 20 hours

Water Points: 7 strategically placed spots

Start: 11H00, 24 September, Venterskroon Inn

Container System: Each rider gets two 10L containers for extra gear (batteries, warm clothing, gels, etc.), collected and packed between 8:00 - 10:00 on race day at Venterskroon Inn.

Containers will be transported to Race Villages and returned Friday morning 08H00.

Charging Station available at Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

Bike wash & lube available at Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

Route follows the Vaal River and traverses the scenic, quiet gravel roads of the Free State.

Note:NO OUTSIDE SUPPORT ALLOWED OUTSIDE RACE VILLAGES AND WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

Route Stats

Water Points & Race Villages

72km – First hydration stop

130km – Second water point

161km – Race Village 1 at Boskoppie Lion and Tiger Reserve

182km – Fourth water point

252km – Race Village 2 in Edenville (rest/sleep option)

317km – Race Village 3 in Edenville (rest/sleep option)

368km – Seventh water point

420km – Eighth water point

503km – Final hydration stop before the finish line

Note: 2 extra water points will be added if it’s above 32 degrees on race day

General Rules

Race Duration: Riders must complete the full 511km within 48 hours.

Start & Finish: Official start time is 11H00 on 24 September at Venterskroon Inn.

Mandatory Gear: Riders must carry essential equipment (lights, 2L Camel pack, GPS, first aid (provided), emergency blanket, basic repair kit & fully charged cell phone).

Rider Containers: Each rider gets two 40L containers for personal supplies — must be packed from 9:00 - 11:00 on race day. Containers will be transported to race villages and returned Friday morning 08H00.

Navigation & Tracking

GPS Device: Riders must have a functioning GPS device.

Route Compliance: Riders must follow the designated route at all times - no shortcuts or deviations.

Support & Race Villages

Water Points: Riders can refill at any of the seven fully stocked water points & 3 Race Villages.

Rest Stops: Race Village 2 & 3 (Edenville) allow optional sleep/rest breaks.

Mechanical Assistance: Limited repair support at Race Villages.

Food & Nutrition: Riders must manage their nutrition throughout the race.

Race Ethics & Conduct

No Outside Assistance: Riders must be fully self-supported - no personal support crews outside designated villages and water points.

Respect for Nature & Communities: No littering, damage to property, or disruptive behavior.

Fair Competition: Respect fellow riders.

Safety & Emergency

Emergency Protocol: Riders must report injuries or stranded riders immediately. Emergency number: 063 686 7315

Cutoff Times: 48 hours

Withdrawals: Any rider who cannot continue must report to the nearest race village.

Penalties & Disqualification

Rule Violations: Breaking key rules may lead to time penalties or disqualification.

Official Decisions: Race officials will make final decisions on disputes or technical issues.

Race Office

Email: Ruan@trailhunter.co.za

Cell: 063 686 7315