Cyclists, this one’s for you! Are you ready to pedal for a cause? Join the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour on 9 March and make an impact.
Nature Connect, an organisation with an aim to transform lives through the power of nature, is calling on passionate cyclists who are up for a challenge and want to ride for a cause on one of the most iconic cycle routes in the world. By cycling for nature, you’ll be supporting their mission to empower communities through conservation and sustainability.
How To Join
As part of the Cycle Tour’s Cycle for a Change initiative, Nature Connect is giving cyclists the chance to fundraise for conservation and environmental education—and there are just 10 charity entries up for grabs this year!
Here’s how it works: For R500, you can secure your spot in this year’s event and commit to raising an additional R1000 by 30 March 2025. Nature Connect will support you every step of the way, helping you set up your BackaBuddy fundraising campaign, promoting it on their website, and sharing your efforts across their social media channels (@natureconnectsa).
This year’s charity spots are available for the 42km route, perfect for new cyclists, those aiming for a personal best, or anyone who wants to make a difference while riding in one of the world’s most iconic events. Spots are limited. Email Kelly at donations@natureconnect.earth to sign up.
What is Nature Connect?
Since its founding in 2001, Nature Connect has provided environmental education and outdoor experiences to over 188,000 children from under-resourced communities in Cape Town, trained and upskilled over 500 youth to act for the environment, and protected Cape Town’s rich biodiversity through conservation projects.
The Cape Town Cycle Tour Prelude Challenge
Dubbed the biggest timed bike race in the world, the event attracts thousands of cyclists from across the world as they cycle some of the city’s most pristine landscapes.
As part of its ongoing commitment to inclusivity and community spirit, the Cape Town Cycle Tour has launched its inaugural 2025 Prelude Challenge. This exciting new initiative offers cyclists from around the world—who may not be able to ride on event day—the opportunity to earn their official Cape Town Cycle Tour medal and finishers’ credit.
The Prelude Challenge will run from Saturday, 22 February 2025 to Sunday, 2 March 2025, giving you ample time to complete the challenge on your terms.
To participate, register through the main Cycle Tour entry portal. Then, cycle 109km within 7 hours—whether on the road, outdoors, or on a stationary bike in a virtual environment. Once you complete your cycle, upload your ride to Strava and you’re all set!
More information here.
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