This annual event began back in 1978 with a mere 525 entrants, 446 of whom finished the 104 km course. Today – almost 3 decades on, the event is a world-class event which draws 35 000 entrants each year from around the world.

The most notable aspect of the race is the exceptional natural beauty through which the course winds, twists, turns and climbs – the pace is intense and the going is tough but the scenery goes a long way to taking your mind off the agony of muscle cramps and tendon strains.

Chapman’s Peak is perhaps the most awe-inspiring part of the route, from a scenic point of view. Nowhere else in the world will you find views to rival those of this road which winds along the mountain overlooking eternal blue seas stretching as far as the eye can see.

In 2007 the Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Cycle Tour will celebrate its 30th Birthday, so this is a great event to participate in as the cyclists play a role in the unfolding history of this world-renowned and much loved event.
International participants may still enter the upcoming Cycle Tour. The official site is at www.cycletour.co.za. Simply follow the links for registration.

The big day for the main event of the 2007 Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Cycle Tour is Sunday, 11 March 2007.

The preceding week is full of other great events to ensure participants and their families and friends have plenty to keep them busy in the lead-up to Sunday’s race.

For example there is a Tricycle Tour on 3 March for toddlers, and older children can take part in the Junior Tour on the same day. A Mountain Bike Challenge is lined up for the adventurous out at the beautiful wine farm of Boschendal.

Registration takes place on 7. 8 and 9 March so be sure to make space in your schedule for that!

For details check out the official website.

It is imperative that you remember to book accommodation and car hire well in advance as Cape Town is full to the rafters during this time. Follow our links to Cape Town Accommodation and Cape Town Car Hire for further assistance in this regard.

The whole of Cape Town celebrates this great event each year and local businesses welcome the tourists as warmly as the beaches and mountains. Why not follow the example of many participants and stay for an extra week to relax and enjoy all the energy and beauty of the city once the race day is behind you? Unwind, soak up the autumn sun, take in a massage or two and let yourself totally let go after giving all you’ve got on the big day.