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South Africa's home for women's gravel cycling.

Routes, races, stories and community from the gravel roads of South Africa.

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Girls Who Gravel

We're South Africa's first platform built for women who ride gravel. From race calendars to route guides, editorial stories to community connection — this is your home base for everything gravel in South Africa.

Whether you've done 100 gravel races or zero — there's room for you here.

Race Calendar

South African Gravel Race Calendar

Discover upcoming gravel races across South Africa.

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Latest Gravel News

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What Actually IS Gravel Cycling?

It's not road. It's not mountain biking. Here's what makes gravel riding its own thing.

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Why South Africa is a Gravel Paradise

World-class terrain, empty roads, and light years of adventure. We make the case for riding locally.

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Your First Gravel Race: A Practical Guide

Everything you need to know before your first event — from bike setup to what to pack.

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We're building the most comprehensive gravel race calendar in South Africa. If you know of an event we should include, let us know.