Absa Cape Epic

UNTAMED AFRICAN MTB RACE

15-22 March 2026

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Inspiring local legends

By Cape Epic 03/23/2025, 4:45am HST

The 2025 Absa Cape Epic finished with four all-South African teams in top 10 of the UCI Men’s general classification.

Schurter & Colombo win Absa Cape Epic | Langvad & Gomez Villafane victorious

By Cape Epic 03/23/2025, 3:15am HST

It’s hard, but there are highlights!

By Absa Cape Epic 03/22/2025, 5:30am HST

From suffering to celebration – the best of the Absa Cape Epic.

South Africans Storm Stage 6; Calderon Martinez & Kortekaas Crush It

By Absa Cape Epic 03/22/2025, 5:15am HST

Shaking Up the Standings Before the Grand Finale

Sofia's touch of glamour

By Absa Cape Epic 03/21/2025, 5:30am HST

Grit Meets Glam: How Sofia Brings Style to the Trails

Langvad & Villafane reign supreme; Schurter & Colombo Kings of Queen Stage

By Absa Cape Epic 03/21/2025, 5:00am HST

Leaders Strengthen Their Grip in Toughest Stage Yet

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Spectator Info

Where to watch

Visit South Africa

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Past Winners

Legends of the sport

Preparation

Properly preparing for your arrival will ensure that you make the most of your experience

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Rider Experience

You will be faced with different challenges each day

What to expect

AN UNTAMED STORY

Jerseys Winners

UCI Men

SCOTT-SRAM MTB Racing

Aramex UCI Women

Toyota | Specialized

Open

MEN: Coachme

WOMEN: DriveTrain Ladies

Toyota Mixed

Protective Megamo

Masters

MEN: BULLS Masters Legends

WOMEN: BOUNCE

GIC Masters

MEN: PRESIDENTIAL - Team 1

WOMEN: UAG Epic

Great Grand Masters

MEERENDAL ETIS

Special Jerseys

Absa Africa Men

Imbuko ChemChamp A

Absa Africa Women

TitanRacing SE Honeycomb

Exxaro

MEN: Fairtree DP World Can1

WOMEN: EXXARO ACADEMY LADIES 1

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2024 Event Guide | Chapter 1

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