Barberton XCM MTB Challenge

17/08/2026

🚵🔥 SAVE THE DATE – BARBERTON XCM IS BACK! 🔥🚵

The date is official!

📅 30 JANUARY 2027

And this one is going to be extra special, because 2027 marks 30 years since the Barberton XCM Mountainbike Challenge first began in 1997. 🎉

Get ready for the legendary Barberton trails, tough climbs, incredible scenery and that unmistakable XCM race-day atmosphere.

And there’s even more to race for in 2027…

💰 MORE THAN R60,000 IN CASH PRIZES!
🏆 Huge prizes up for grabs
🚵 Scenic routes
⛰️ Legendary Barberton climbs
🔥 A challenge for every rider
🎉 Celebrating 30 years since it all started

Whether you’ve ridden Barberton before or you’re ready to take it on for the first time, this is one you do not want to miss.

A massive thank you to our main sponsors, Mopani Pharmacy and Inyoni Africa Irrigation Specialists, for their continued support and for helping keep this incredible event and the MTB community thriving.

BARBERTON XCM MOUNTAINBIKE CHALLENGE
📅 30 January 2027
💰 More than R60,000 in cash prizes
🎉 Celebrating 30 Years | 1997 – 2027

Save the date. Start training. Barberton is calling. 🚵🔥

More details coming soon.

19/02/2026

With multiple race categories on the day, we proudly celebrate our two overall champions:

🥇 FEMALE OVERALL – Parys Edwards – 06:11:24
🥇 MALE OVERALL – Nico Bell – 04:35:14

From relentless climbs to adrenaline-pumping descents, the Barberton trails pushed every rider to their limits. The grit, determination and finish-line celebrations made this a race to remember! 🔥

A massive thank you to our main sponsors — Mopani Pharmacy & Inyoni Africa Irrigation Specialists — for keeping this race and the MTB community thriving. 🙌

Thank you to the Barberton community and everyone behind the scenes who made this event possible.

🎥 Special thanks to Resolve Media for capturing the action with incredible photos and video.

Proudly hosted by Round Table 67 Barberton.

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12/02/2026

Barberton XCM MTB Challenge 2026 – Race Photos Are Here! 🚵‍♂️

What an unforgettable day on the trails! 💥🔥

A massive thank you to all our sponsors for making the Barberton XCM MTB Challenge possible. A special shout-out to our main sponsors — Mopani Pharmacy & Inyoni Africa — your incredible support keeps this event and the MTB community thriving. 🙌 Mopani Pharmacy Inyoni Africa Irrigation Specialists

Thank you to the Barberton community and everyone who helped behind the scenes to make this an epic race. Your energy, dedication, and love for mountain biking made it truly special.

📸 Relive the moments — the grit, the speed, the smiles, and the finish line victories in the full race album below.

🎥 Special thanks to Resolve Agency for the amazing photos and video coverage.
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Proudly hosted by Round Table 67 Barberton. 💚
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Barberton XCM MTB Challenge 2026 – Race Photos Are Here! 🚵‍♂️

What an unforgettable day on the trails! 💥🔥

A massive thank you to all our sponsors for making the Barberton XCM MTB Challenge possible. A special shout-out to our main sponsors — Mopani Pharmacy & Inyoni Africa — your incredible support keeps this event and the MTB community thriving. 🙌

Thank you to the Barberton community and everyone who helped behind the scenes to make this an epic race. Your energy, dedication, and love for mountain biking made it truly special.

📸 Relive the moments — the grit, the speed, the smiles, and the finish line victories in the full race album below.

🎥 Special thanks to Resolve Agency for the amazing photos and video coverage.

Proudly hosted by Round Table 67 Barberton. 💚

12/02/2026

03/02/2026

BARBERTON XCM MTB CHALLENGE – PODIUM RESULTS 🚵‍♀️🚵‍♂️

From first-time riders to future champions, the Barberton trails delivered incredible racing across all distances. A massive well done to every participant — your effort, grit, and sportsmanship made this event something special! 👏

Here are the top 3 finishers in each category:

🔥 75KM
Female
🥇 Sanet Coetzee – 04:02:11
🥈 Elsa de Beer – 04:38:37
🥉 Maruschka van Rooyen – 04:52:37
Male
🥇 Eben Binneman – 03:12:02
🥈 Christian Smit – 03:23:45
🥉 Eben Swart – 03:25:29

🔥 50KM
Female
🥇 Lu-Mari du Plessis – 02:41:25
🥈 Maya de Vries – 02:45:40
🥉 Mia Putter – 03:10:06

Male
🥇 Scholtz Boshoff – 02:28:22
🥈 Seth Watts – 02:31:49
🥉 Zander Ferreira – 02:32:23

🔥 30KM
Female
🥇 Leyla De Oliveira – 01:10:16
🥈 Lana de Vries – 01:13:55
🥉 Karien Nel – 01:27:45

Male
🥇 Dian Pretorius – 01:03:58
🥈 Ian Taylor – 01:06:30
🥉 Lauwrens Marais – 01:08:33

🔥 20KM
Female
🥇 Emmah Prinsloo – 01:06:53
🥈 Anna Snaddon-Taylor – 01:08:02
🥉 Vhené Oelofse – 01:08:24

Male
🥇 Carel Strydom – 01:00:24
🥈 David Snaddon-Taylor – 01:03:15
🥉 Christiaan Prinsloo – 01:04:26

👏 Congratulations to all riders — from podium finishers to those who simply crossed the line. Barberton XCM is about challenge, community, and passion for MTB!

03/02/2026

BARBERTON XCM MTB CHALLENGE – 110KM OVERALL WINNERS 🚵‍♀️🚵‍♂️

What an epic day on the trails! 💥 Tough climbs, fast descents, and pure determination from start to finish. A massive congratulations to our 110km Overall Winners who conquered Saturday’s race 👏

🙏 A huge thank you to all our sponsors for making the Barberton XCM MTB Challenge possible, with a special shout-out to our main sponsors — Mopani Pharmacy & Inyoni Africa — for your incredible support of this event and the MTB community.

🔥 FEMALE OVERALL – 110KM
🥇 Parys Edwards – 06:11:24
🥈 Natasja Kask – 07:01:20
🥉 Lesanne van der Vyver – 07:29:42
4️⃣ Yvonne Cornes – 07:52:56
5️⃣ Zintie Gantsho – 08:04:55

🔥 MALE OVERALL – 110KM
🥇 Nico Bell – 04:35:14
🥈 Gawie Combrink – 04:41:23
🥉 Alan Gordon – 05:04:08
4️⃣ Willie van Eck – 05:15:08
5️⃣ Erik Kleinhans – 05:18:52

👏 Well done to every rider who took on the legendary Barberton terrain — you’re all champions!

Parys Edwards Bell's Cycling

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31/01/2026

The race is off to a good start!

31/01/2026

Thumbs up if you are racing today!