DARLING BREW EXTREME (DBX) 2025

The Western Cape’s Premier MTB Event

📍 Location: Darling, West Coast
📅 Date: 31 May 2025
🕗 Start Time: 08:00
🏁 Start & Finish: Darling Brew, 48 Caledon Street, Darling

WHAT MAKES DBX SPECIAL?

For 2025, we’re taking DBX back to its roots! One of the event’s original founders, Kevin Wood, has personally mapped out this year’s routes—riding each one himself to craft an authentic and thrilling experience.

We’ve also worked closely with the local farming community to open up exclusive, off-the-beaten-path trails that are normally inaccessible to the public. You’ll get to ride stunning, untamed Darling landscapes—at your own pace, in your own time. We provide the routes, you create the experience.

ROUTES

DBX 2025 offers three incredible route options, catering to all skill levels:
🚴 23km – Slow (Ideal for beginners and social riders)

🚵 35km – Bone Crusher (A great challenge for intermediate riders)

🔥 70km – Warlord (For the hardcore adventurers!)

WATERPOINTS

• 23km: 1 Waterpoint

• 35km: 2 Waterpoints

• 70km: 3 Waterpoints

• Routes will be clearly marked.

•  If you go off-course, return to the last marked sign and continue.

• Sweepers and a recovery vehicle will be on standby to assist riders.

RULES & SAFETY

• Helmets are compulsory. Ride safely, keep your distance, and be mindful of fellow cyclists.

• No external assistance will be available on the route. Follow the signs and cross roads cautiously.

• Water refill stations: One at the start and one on each route.

• Thorns are common in Darling this time of year – make sure your tyres have sludge to prevent punctures.

• No spectators or route support allowed.

REGISTRATION

📅 Friday, 30 May 2025: 14:00 – 19:00
📅 Saturday, 31 May 2025: 05:00 – 08:00

🔹 All riders must register before participating. No exceptions.

FINISHERS & TIMING

All riders will receive a post-ride Darling Brew beer or non-alcoholic beer.
Timing powered by Myriad – results available by 31 May 2025.

POST-EVENT

The Darling Brew Tasteroom will be open, with mobile coffee, beer, and food available for easy access.

Don’t Miss Out!

Mark your calendars for May 31st and get ready for the ultimate cycling adventure at DBX.

Register now to secure your spot and experience the thrill of DBX!