Amashova National Classic
Amashova National Classic, the oldest road classic cycle race in South Africa returns to Suncoast– the home of the Amashova events!
The Amashova Durban Classic began in 1986 and has been a successful annual event – making it SA’s oldest ‘classic’ cycling race. The idea of having a bicycle race on the route of the world famous Comrades Marathon was the dream of veteran Springbok Cyclist, Dave Wiseman and Tony McMillian. Over the years the improvements on the route and road closures, accompanied by a steady increase of entries year after year and the involvement of the country’s top sponsors has helped make the ‘Shova’ one of the most loved and KZN’s biggest cycling race.
On 20 July, cyclists and enthusiasts will make their journey from the luscious Howick hills down through the upper highway and reach their destination at the heart of Durban.
Number Collection at The Globe:
- Saturday 19 July 2025, from 09h00-16h00
Race: 20 July 2025
- 38KM
Time: 06h30am
Start: M13 Shongweni / Hillcrest / Assagay Exit 33 Westbound
- 65KM
Time: 06h30am
Start: Drew Lane, Cato Ridge
- 106KM
Time: 07h30
Start: Pietermaritzburg City Hall
- 132KM
Time: 07h00am
Start: Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Howick uMngeni
IMPORTANT
Finish: Masabalala Yengwa Pedestrian Bridge, Durban
Online entries open: January 2025
Online entries close: Wednesday 25 June at 17h00
Number Collection Venue: Mandela Capture Site – Friday 18 July – 09h00 to 15h30 and
Suncoast, playTsogo Globe – Saturday 19 July – 09h00 to 16h00
Age restrictions apply to each distance
Timing Board: R140 (you will only purchase this should you not have one from another Finish Time timed event for example Cape Town Cycle Tour or Emperors Palace)
Please note: The 38km is NOT a timed event. Please do not purchase a timing board during your online entry.
