Long before Jakob Fuglsang became one of Denmark’s most accomplished road cyclists, he was a young mountain biker learning how to win the hard way. In 2006, he turned professional, moving away from his family to join a mountain biking team in Italy. He progressed quickly, finding success early in his career. In 2007 he…
Matt Beers (Specialized Off-Road – Toyota) won Stage 1 of the inaugural Nedbank Gravel Burn today (Sunday, 26 October), finishing the cold and wet 84km stage from Knysna to Avontuur one second ahead of Swiss rider Andri Frischknecht (Scott SRAM). Hugo Drechou of France finished third on the day, crossing the line alongside Frischknecht. Beers,…
The Nedbank Gravel Burn has partnered with Red Bull South Africa to launch Night Burn, a Chase the Fox style criterium (for a select few) taking place after Stage 3 in Blaauwater on Tuesday 28 October. Bonfires will light the loop at the Burn Camp, music from live DJs, powered by Red Bull, will carry…
The professional women’s field for Gravel Burn has just been confirmed. A diverse and international roster of riders from across many cycling disciplines will line up in Knysna on 26 October for the start of the inaugural race. Over seven days and 800 kilometres, they will race solo across South Africa’s Western and Eastern Cape before…
The Nedbank Gravel Burn today announced a new partnership with Hyperice, global leader in recovery and movement enhancement technology. As The Official Recovery Technology Partner of the 2025 race, Hyperice will deliver on-site recovery support to all riders through their award-winning Normatec 3 Recovery Boots & Hyperice Range, available daily and free of charge throughout the event….
In a partnership that merges the alchemy of fine metals with the raw craft of fire and timber, the Nedbank Gravel Burn confirms a collaboration between Metcon, South Africa’s largest privately owned precious metals refinery and the Cape Town-based artisans at Donkey Long Tong, creators of the finest fire tools exported around the world. Together,…
Alison Jackson adds firepower to the women’s field for the inaugural 7-day race across South Africa Cape Town, South Africa, 19 June 2025 – Nedbank Gravel Burn today announced the participation of one of the peloton’s most celebrated and charismatic figures: Alison Jackson. The Canadian rider, renowned for her tenacity and flair, will line up in…
Amacx, trusted by three of the world’s top cycling teams, brings premium sports nutrition to the Nedbank Gravel Burn stage race. Cape Town, Wednesday 19 March – Nedbank Gravel Burn, the highly anticipated gravel stage race through the Eastern Cape of South Africa, proudly welcomes Amacx as its Official Nutrition Partner. Founded in 2011 in…
Gravel racing has long been the rebellious cousin of road cycling—untamed, unscripted, and deeply rooted in the spirit of adventure. Traditionally, it has thrived on its grassroots ethos, an environment where independent riders and thrill-seekers define the experience rather than teams and sponsors. But with recent developments—such as the announcement of two gravel stage races…
Podcast on Gravel Burn and Assos new gravel Race in South Africa Cape Town, South Africa – Assos of Switzerland has signed a multi-year agreement to become the official cycling apparel sponsor of the newly launched Gravel Burn, establishing itself as one of the event’s founding partners. This exciting new gravel bike stage race is set…