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THE GREYTON POST
NOV /DECEMBER 2025
The Canola Roller 2025: Gravel, Grit and Giving Back in Greyton O n 20 September 2025, the tranquil Overberg town of Beyond the race itself, The Canola Roller 2025 had a strong community and philanthropy dimension. A portion of every entry fee was positioned itself firmly within the national gravel circuit. The Canola Roller 2025 affirmed itself not only as a competitive challenge but also as a celebration of spring, Greyton MTB
channeled to the Greyton MTB Juniors Club, which supports over 40 young cyclists from the area through training, mentorship, and infrastructure. The event also encouraged gear donations, asking participants to bring spare bicycles, wheels, or parts for the club’s use. Maintaining off road cycling trails also draws visitors to the town of Greyton. With this structure, riders weren’t just competing — they were contributing to the future of cycling in the region. Scenery, Spirit & Stakes Riders traversed breathtaking springtime landscapes , jaw dropping hillsides and views of the Riviersonderend Mountains forming a dramatic backdrop. The wind was a force to be reckoned with - but well deserved lucky draws, prizes, and a warm post-race atmosphere and food offerings made it worthwhile. Sanctioned under the Cycling South Africa (CSA) rules, the Canola Roller
Greyton was transformed into a playground for gravel-bike enthusiasts as The Canola Roller 2025 took centre stage as the second edition of this event rolled through Greyton. Organised by Chris van Dalen, Kyall Goodman , Antony Ribot and a bunch of volunteers on behalf of the Greyton MTB & Gravel Club, The Canola Roller offered participants three route options: 130 km, 80 km, and 30 km, The flagship 130 km route offered around 1 700 m of climbing, for those seeking a demanding but shorter challenge, the 80 km distance presented rugged private farm tracks and sweeping Overberg views. Meanwhile, the 30 km route catered to younger riders and newcomers — open to those aged 13 and older — blending gravel roads with golden fields and offering a gentler, yet beautiful ride. A Ride with Purpose
local cycling culture, and community upliftment. For riders seeking gravel thrills, scenic beauty, and a cause to ride for, The Canola Roller 2025 delivered in full — and its legacy is likely just beginning as Greyton becomes an annual destination for cycling adventurers. The Next Canola Roller will be on the 19th of September 2026 - looking forward to seeing you there. O ur Juniors love being a part of this event and we are so grateful to everyone for the donations of kit, bike bits and most of all, for the kindness shown to our children. To all of our Juniors who entered, finished - we are so proud of you! Nicky Burnell
very challenging and difficult conditions in the wind. Well done to both of these young men! As the days get longer and the roads get dustier, we are less visible out there! Thanks so much to @Pedal Power for kitting all of our precious little people out in lumo. If you see us out there, PLEASE slow down and give us a bit of space. If anyone is keen to come and ride with us, please make contact, we are desperate to do more sessions but just don’t have the manpower. Children are our future, let’s keep them safe, healthy and out of the way of temptation. Healthy bodies lead to happy and healthy minds. Cycling with purpose! See you out there!
Elrich and Monroux both finished the 80km, under
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