90. The best group rides in South Africa

SA’S 14 best group rides, from Cape Town to Bloemfontein to KZN – guaranteed to make you fall more in love with riding.

Whether it’s an attack-inthe-hills, sprint-for-thelast-streetlight snakefest or a leisurely outing for coffee, the group ride invokes satisfaction and camaraderie arguably second only to that postrace buzz.

No two groups are the same: each has its own vibe, attracts a certain type of rider, and provides a certain reward, whether it’s a post-ride coffee or a yearend trophy. Whatever the reason, they get thousands of people on the road every day… no entry fee required!

We take a look at some of the country’s best-known group rides, and speak to those who have experienced them or who have a hand in making them happen – to GET A first-hand Account of what makes each one special.