Over the weekend, the inaugural Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition pushed tech and cycling boundaries when it became the first multiday mountain bike event dedicated to e-bikes to take place in South Africa. The three-day ride in the Zuurberg mountains at Addo,...
Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition breaks new ground for e-bikes
An event such as the Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition is the perfect platform to demonstrate the versatility of one of cycling's fast-growing sectors. "The growth of the e-bike has been phenomenal," said Giant Bicycles marketing manager Max Sullivan, "and we...
GZT-E riders to enjoy a squirt of specialised chain lube
Riders in the Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition will be assured of customised products for their e-bikes when they tackle the trails in the Zuurberg range near Addo next year. By having Squirt Cycling Products on board for the three-day event, the organisers have...
New date set for inaugural Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition
Dear Zuurbergtrekkers, It is with heavy hearts that we have to share the news that the inaugural Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition will not take place this year. With much uncertainty in the air, we have made the call that it is in all parties' interest to...
Statement regarding new GZT-E dates
Dear Zuurbergtrekkers, If the easing of Covid restrictions continues its current trend, we are hopeful that the 2021 Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition can go ahead later this year. The commencement of the event in 2021 is directly linked to government lockdown...
Giveaway: Five Urban Black Roasters coffee hampers up for grabs
The organisers of the Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition (GZT-E), in collaboration with Urban Black Roasters, are hosting a giveaway to social media followers. Participants stand a chance to earn one of five hampers consisting of a BrewSpoon and filter coffee roast...
Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition postponed due to lockdown
Dear Zuurbergtrekkers, The two-week extension of the Level 4 lockdown has put the possible ramifications of hosting a successful and responsible Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition under the microscope. After consulting with our partners and service providers, we...
GZT-E: Covid-19 Level 4 statement
We're cognisant of the severity of the latest wave of Covid-19 infections as well as the implications of Level 4 lockdown on gatherings and sporting events. Although the PwC Great Zuurberg Trek and the Rubicon E-edition remain on track for the third quarter of this...
GZT E-edition showcases one of cycling’s fastest growing sectors
Event ambassador Neill Kemp believes the inaugural Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition will showcase one of cycling's fastest growing sectors. The three-day e-bike event – which forms part of the Great Zuurberg Collection – will take place from the Zuurberg Mountain...
GZT E-edition added to Great Zuurberg Collection
The inaugural Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition is the latest addition to the Great Zuurberg Collection owned and organised by Hayterdale Trails. The lifestyle events company, based in the foothills of the Zuurberg mountains on the outskirts of Addo, will host the...