The Tanqua Kuru Bicycle Race - 2027

THE INTRO. Guess who turns 7 next year?! Can you believe it? We can't. We set out with a simple goal of creating the most memorable bicycle race in the world and we believe we've done just that. Fierce segment racing racing in the harsh Tankwa Karoo, paired with Sling Airplanes and wonderful people. A perfect cocktail. 2026 was our best year yet - perfect weather and amazing people. The Pan made a comeback and its here to stay - you asked - you get. You know what else is staying? Yep, segment racing. Chill with your tjoms and then rip each other's legs off and then chill for a bit. Repeat. The long route is tough and suited for riders who are happy to spend a good few hours in the saddle. The medium route is no gimmie and we’re sending you way out into the rocky desert to bake. Will there be a Kief Kafé ready to refuel you? You betcha. Will there be a vintage fridge hidden with ice cold cokes in glass bottles – obviously. Will there be disco balls instead of route markers? Yep. Day two is shorter with some more epic vistas and hard riding. A hidden Kief Kafè will keep you moist, as usual. Will there be banging beats played at full volume – OH YEAH! We’ve stopped calling the route short, as it’s a bit misleading. Not a single free mile is to be found on this course. So pack your big boy undies for this one. We’re going to ride flippin’ hard. We’re going to eat like desert royalty. Some no doubt will over hydrate in the Onverklaarbar. We’re going to light things on fire and shoot up some fireworks. One thing that we’re going to do more than anything though, is to disconnect so we can reconnect. Come and play in the desert. We’d love to have you. THE FORMAT. Day 1 – 113km or Day 1 – 59km Day 2 – 62 km THE PLAN. For those who didn't join us in 2026, take note: we mixed things up a bit! Friday 28 May 2027 14:00, arrival & registration at The Tankwa Tented Camp. Cruise around the artworks 16:00, drag race at The Tankwa International Airport 19:00, dinner served in the bom