2025 Race Details
30-31 August 2025
Vergenoeg Nature Reserve and Hiking Trail
07:00 am
About the trail
Total distance: ~15km
Highest point: 1383m
Duration: ±2.5hrs
2025 Entry Fees
Early Entry: R650 (includes camping space)
Late Entry: R950 (includes camping space)
10 Years of Stoke
One Epic Weekend
This year marks 10 years of the Dustin Rudman Invitational — a rider-built legacy of good times, hard trails, and wild memories. Whether you’ve raced every edition or this is your first, you’re part of something special.
What started in 2015 as a one-day grassroots gathering has grown into one of SA’s most anticipated MTB events — all without losing the vibe that made it magic. We’ve watched first-timers become podium regulars. We’ve seen families grow, friendships form, and trails transform.
The Dustin Rudman Invitational has always been a home for riders who ride for the right reasons. We’re rider-driven, community-fueled, and built on good vibes. It’s a celebration of mountain biking’s raw essence — no frills, no politics, just flow.
Location
📍 Vergenoeg Nature Reserve & Hiking Trail – a private slice of mountain biking heaven in Gauteng.
Dates
🗓 30–31 August 2025
Saturday: 8:30 – 4pm
Practice, chill & braai
Sunday: 7:00 – 4pm
Race day, whip off and prize toss-up
Stages
DRI 100 – 5 stages, full send
DRI 60 – 3 stages, short & spicy
Each stage has its own story — from Yoda’s wisdom to Darth Maul’s chaos. Choose your path, feel the Force.
Cost
Both the DRI 60 and DRI 100 cost the same
Early Entry: R650 (camping included)
Late Entry: R950 (camping included)
Divisions
Who can enter the 2025 DRI?
Everyone is welcome. Seriously:
Nippers, Juniors, Elites, Sub-Vets, Vets, Masters.
Are E-bikes allowed?
Absolutely.
Lodging
All tickets include camping costs.
If you’re interested in other accommodation please call Vic on 083 560 3318.
Course overview
📏 Total Distance: ~15km
📈 Ascent: 550m
🏔 Highest Point: 1383m
⏱ Duration: ±2.5hrs
Han Solo
Darth Maul
Yoda
Skywalker
Return of the Jedi
Stage 1
"Han Solo"A solitary ride with wide-open sections and sudden surprises; ride it fast, ride it free.
Stage 2
"Darth Maul"Raw and aggressive, with sharp features and gnarly terrain for those who ride on the edge.
Stage 3
"Yoda"A technical, cerebral trail demanding balance, line choice, and wisdom on the bike.
Stage 4
"Skywalker"A fast, flowing descent with manicured berms and rhythm sections designed for high-speed fun.
Stage 5
"Return of the Jedi"A trail that brings it all together—technical features, flow, and that sweet sense of triumph.
DRI 100
Han Solo
Darth Maul
Yoda
Skywalker
Return of the Jedi
DRI 60
Yoda
Skywalker
Return of the Jedi
Full Weekend Schedule
Saturday: Practice Day
All Day
Number board collection
08:30 – 16:00
Late entries
Evening
Chill vibes, evening braai
Sunday: Race Day
07:00
Number board collection opens
08:00
Rider Briefing
08:30
E-Bike Start
08:45/09:00
Normal Bike Start
After final finishers
Whip-Off
After Whip Off
Prize Giving + Traditional Toss-Up
Estimated Ride Duration: ±2.5 hours
Enter nowRace Divisions
Elite Men / Women (19+)
Junior Men / Women (17–18)
Youth Men / Women (13–16)
Nippers (12 and under)
Subvet (30–39)
Vet (40–49)
Master (50+)
E-Bike Men / Women (All ages)
Hardtail Men / Women (All ages)
Enter now
Click on the race that you'd like to enter below. Fill out your information and add it to your cart. You can add as many races/people as you'd like. Checkout to complete your entry. If you're not sure which race to choose, we suggest doing the DRI 100 - more stages means more fun!
DRI 100 – Early Bird Entry
- Stage 1: “Hansolo”
- Stage 2: “Darth Maul”
- Stage 3: “Yoda”
- Stage 4: “Skywalker”
- Stage 5: “Return of the Jedi”
DRI 60 – Early Bird Entry
- Stage 3: “Yoda”
- Stage 4: “Skywalker”
- Stage 5: “Return of the Jedi”
