Matt Beers and Candice Lill claimed victories at the first round of the 2026 Ford Trailseeker Series in the Banhoek Valley on Saturday, 31 January. Stacked men’s and women’s elite fields saw the top South African mountain bikers bolstered by international talent, which ensured fiercely competitive racing. Beers held off
On Saturday, 31 January, the Ford Trailseeker Series kicks off its 2026 season in the Banhoek Valley, near Stellenbosch. From the race village at Plaisir Wine Estate, the event will host four race distances and a dedicated E-Bike race to cater to the whole family. For cycling fans not taking
The Ford Trailseeker Series operates using two separate points systems. One applies exclusively to elite men and women in the marathon distance, and the other applies to all remaining riders, across all distances. Both systems run alongside each other throughout the season, but they serve different purposes and reward different
First introduced in 2025, the R1 million performance bonus for any elite athlete, male or female, who can achieve the remarkable feat of winning all six marathon-distance races in a single season, is back and forms part of the total R1.2 million prize purse for 2026. The performance bonus sits
The 2025 Ford Trailseeker Series had it all: soaring victories, crushing setbacks, a record-breaking field, and unforgettable moments that will go down in South African mountain biking history. From the January opener in Banhoek to the spectacular finale in Wellington, riders were tested across six events in four provinces. The
A crisp winter morning gave way to red-hot racing at the fifth event of the 2025 Ford Trailseeker Series, held on the iconic trails of Van Gaalen. With over 2,100 riders lining up, the day delivered tactical brilliance, thrilling finishes, and a fierce display of mountain biking from some of
The fourth event of the 2025 Ford Trailseeker Series took place on Saturday, 28 June, at Sondela Nature Reserve in Limpopo. Known for its flat and fast terrain, the venue set the stage for a day of tactical racing and close finishes across all categories, with over 2,400 participants taking
Pretoria, South Africa, 7 June – The third event of the 2025 Ford Trailseeker MTB Series unfolded on the outskirts of Pretoria this past weekend, where a record-breaking 2,500 riders descended on Die Bosveld for a day of racing and spirited community energy. The series’ return to this bushveld favourite