This October, Gravel Burn, An 800km Gravel Cycling Race, Rumbles Through the Great Karoo

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From 26 October to 1 November 2025, Gravel Burn winds through mountain passes, semi-desert valleys, and Big Five country, offering participants a unique lens on South Africa’s lesser-seen landscapes. Gravel Burn is not just a race; it’s a thrilling 7-day, 800 km gravel cycling race from Knysna to Shamwari, unfolding across the vast, golden expanses of the…