SSWC 2025 South Africa

Long ago, in the rugged hills of South Africa, where the trails were wild and untamed, lived the fearless Queen WanGeaZea. She was not just any ruler—she was a dreamer, an innovator, and most importantly, too stubborn for gears.

Frustrated with the endless clanking and breaking of derailleurs, she declared, “Enough of these silly chains of oppression! One gear to rule them all!” And so, in her royal workshop (a humble hut with a very judgmental goat), she built her own single-speed mountain bike from scrap metal, wood, and sheer determination.

The village laughed. “How will you climb the great hills without gears?” they teased. But WanGeaZea just grinned and pedaled straight up the steepest mountain, legs burning, heart pounding, and pride fully intact.

The skeptics watched in awe as she coasted down, dust swirling behind her like a trail of victory. Inspired by her madness—er, vision—others stripped their bikes of gears and joined her. They became the Single-Speed Tribe, warriors of the hills, fueled by grit, laughter, and very strong calves.

To this day, if you ride through those hills, you might hear their battle cry: “Shifting is for the weak!”

Hosted on a stunning farm just outside Clarens, Free State, with scenic mountains and legendary trails.

You can expect—epic trails, wild parties, and true single-speed spirit.

Race Format: Fun-focused, single-speed only, expect the unexpected!

Course Overview: Single track, sandstone (slickrock) and a hill or two. You will be entertained.

Limited Entries: Only 250 spots available! First come, first served.