Standard Bank joins Berg & Bush as new title sponsor
The Berg & Bush, one of South Africa’s oldest and most loved mountain bike stage races, is thrilled
Bike Banter
Bang for your bike at Berg & Bush 2023
Our event roared back to life in 2022 after a short pandemic-induced hiatus. And we expect more of
The A-Z of Berg & Bush
Everything you ever needed to know about the Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush.
You need passion
Runner, rider, paddler, cow wrangler… Berg & Bush founder Gary Green does it all. But it's his passion
Take a Tour
The Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush Tour is the ideal event for laidback riders who still want the
Rules to ride by
There are race rules, trail etiquette tips, and training tips, but sometimes consistently good riding comes down to
Make merry in mud and sand
With our new dates you’re unlikely to find mud on the Berg & Bush trails, but mud and
Christmas gifts for mountain bikers
Something special for the cyclist in your life. From stocking fillers to “hands on cheeks wow I can’t
View from the Back
Sweeping at a mountain bike stage race is a tough task that requires a very particular set of
Trail etiquette
If you’re planning on riding an event or spending a decent amount of time on the trails, it’s
Introducing the Bushbaby!
The Bushbaby is our brand new race category, open to all high school mountain bikers aged 15 to
Savour the ride flavour
Mountain bike stage races don’t need to be completed in a flat-out panic; for some riders, the thrill
Become a better mountain biker
The key to enjoying a mountain bike event like the Berg & Bush is having faith in your
Choosing Your Partner
The key to a good time at the Berg & Bush is riding with the right person.
What type of Berg & Bush rider are you?
The Berg & Bush has an event for everyone; the key to choosing the right ride lies in
Three Days of MTB Therapy
Last year Ride24 journalist Reuben van Niekerk participated in the Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush Tour. This is
Healthy, Happy Couples
Participating in a shared physical challenge like the Berg & Bush will make you fall more in love
Cycling after COVID
There is still much to learn about post-Covid recovery, but experts agree that a return to physical activity
Essential Skills for Berg & Bush
The fitter you are, the more fun you will have on a ride. Similarly, the more skill you
New Dates, Same Great Ride
In 2021 the Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush was held in June for the first time since the
Run to Ride
The organisers of the Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush are also organisers of the extremely popular Oxpecker trail
Tale of the Trails
The trail names at the Berg & Bush tell a story that enhances the ride experience. A highlight
Reasons to Ride
Still need convincing to ride Berg & Bush? Look no further. In truth, there is one reason to
