The professional women’s field for the Nedbank 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 [...]
The men’s professional field for the inaugural Nedbank Gravel Burn is confirmed. It is a gathering drawn from road and gravel in equal measure, with riders from other disciplines stepping across to test themselves on a new stage. They will assemble in Knysna on 26 October and race for seven days and 800 kilometres across [...]
Fire, gold, and grit. The spirit that drives the Nedbank Gravel Burn came to life last night as the race revealed the trophies and jerseys that will symbolise victory from Knysna to Shamwari. Hosted at Nedbank’s head office in Sandton, the Trophy and Jersey Reveal gathered riders, partners, and media for an evening that celebrated [...]
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 through [...]
Specialized has joined the Nedbank Gravel Burn as the official Neutral Tech Support Partner, delivering pro-level mechanical support to every rider in the field — regardless of what bike they ride. At each Padstal (the local name given to our on-route service stations), Specialized will provide complimentary servicing during racing hours, with riders only covering [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
Nedbank Gravel Burn proudly announces a strategic partnership with leading global challenger consultancy, Elixirr. As the Official Digital Transformation Partner, Elixirr will develop a robust and scalable ecosystem designed to enhance rider and fan engagement for Nedbank Gravel Burn and future events. This collaboration is rooted in the vision of Nedbank Gravel Burn founder, Kevin [...]
Nedbank Gravel Burn 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 Knysna on 26 October 2025 for the inaugural edition of the 7 day, 800km gravel race that cuts across South Africa’s most contrasting terrain. Jackson, [...]
Nedbank Gravel Burn proudly confirms Vulpro, one of South Africa’s only vulture-focused conservation organisations, as its official charity partner. This formalises a relationship rooted in shared purpose to conserve our environment and specifically African vulture populations that play such a pivotal role in our ecosystem. Situated within Shamwari Private Game Reserve, the official finish venue [...]
