African Icons Mini Rides 2023
Garden Route
1 - 3 September 2023
Are you ready to pedal into the season of renewal with the legendary African Icons? Join us for an unforgettable social ride along the scenic Garden Route as we welcome the vibrant spirit of spring!
Welcome to african icons
The African Icons Invitational (NPC) is a charity that raises funds to benefit widows and orphans of South African police officers killed in the line of duty. We do that by hosting some of S.A.’s most epic cycling events and inviting some of S.A.’s (and the world’s) highest profile athletes to act as our ‘African Icons’, thereby attracting ordinary cyclists to open their wallets and their hearts and come and ride with our icons.
The African Icons Invitational is a registered non-profit company (NPC) founded by Rory Steyn in 2018, with the aim of making a difference in South Africa. The aim of this event is to raise funds for the families of South African police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. All funds raised go to support the education of and to provide financial support for these families. African Icons Invitational supports the Widows and Orphans Fund and SAPSET.
We are excited to announce the annual Absa African Icons charity cycling event, taking place from the 28th to the 31st of August 2025 at the Summerplace Game Reserve.
Tickets are limited to just 60 riders, so book yours today and join us for an unforgettable weekend in the heart of the Bosveld.
With over 160km of trails at Summerplace Game Reserve, shaped by the natural terrain of the Waterberg, we offer rides and routes suited for riders of all levels, and just like last year, the ladies will have their very own routes, ensuring everyone can ride.
You’ll have the opportunity to ride alongside some of the country’s most legendary sports icons, who will be revealed soon, at this year’s 3-day social MTB event.
CHARITIES AND BENEFICIARIES
The African Icons Cycling Event Beneficiaries
Charity fundraiser for the orphans of South Africa police officers.
THEY NEED OUR HELP!
See who we help:
The 2022 African Icons promises to be an unforgettable experience with 4-day getaway to to the luxury Dunkeld Equestrian Estate in Dullstroom
Not only do you get to ride one on one with our celebrity icons but the 4 day experience is also loaded with social activities with our celebrity icons including wine tasting and fine dinning experiences.
As with all our previous epic rides, this year’s routes once again promises breath-taking views. SEE THE 2022 ROUTE. The race caters for all levels of riders After you are done with the days riding, enjoy some of our other excursions with your new friends such as golf, fly-fishing, whiskey tasting at the estate.
