Slots indicated apply equally to male and female divisions. See the complete rules here.
Only Fully Registered TSA members will be in line for selection/prizes and or podium.
February 28, 2026 | Elgin Grabouw Sports Club
XTERRA South Africa
Full Distance Triathlon
Swim
1.5K
Bike
27K
Run
10K
The Full Distance Triathlon race at the Elgin Grabouw Sports Club will see athletes from across the world competing for a slots in the XTERRA World Champs.
Course Maps
Swim: 1500M
2 laps of 750m if the water level is high enough. Otherwise 1 lap of 1500m
Bike: 28km 623m+
Click through to see the bike course map, description and download the GPX file.
Run: 10K 190M+
Click through to see the run course map, description and download the GPX file.
Schedule
1
Fri 2026.02.27
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TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
2
Sat 2026.02.28
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Prizes
🏅 Medal
All Finishers
ZAR 14,000
Elite Prize Purse
26
WC Slots
World Champ Slots Men & Women
| Age Group | Slots | Age Group | Slots | Age Group | Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-24 | 1 | 45-49 | 1 | 70-74 | 1 |
| 25-29 | 1 | 50-54 | 1 | 75-79 | 1 |
| 30-34 | 1 | 55-59 | 1 | 80+ | 1 |
| 35-39 | 1 | 60-64 | 1 | ||
| 40-44 | 1 | 65-69 | 1 |
Slots indicated apply equally to male and female divisions. See the complete rules here.
Fees
Registration available onsite.
Race Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Individual | R 1500 |
| Team | R 1700 |
By submitting an entry, participants acknowledge and agree to abide by the Cancellation, Withdrawal & Transfer Policy that you can find in the "Event Info" section.
Rules & Info
XTERRA South Africa is a Triathlon South Africa (TSA) sanctioned event - World Triathlon Rules and Regulations will apply.
General Rules:
No music devices/earphones
No course cutting. Immediate DQ. Life time ban on 2nd offence.
No littering. 5 minute penalty for littering on course. Use Litter Zone at aid stations.
No outside assistance. Athletes may help each other.
Unsportsmanlike behavior, foul riding and running or the use of profane or abusive language may lead to disqualification
Athletes who do not finish the event, at the time of pulling out, must please report it to any Technical Official.
Swim:
Swimsuit & provided swim cap must be worn.
Goggles are optional.
Wetsuit is optional, depending on water temperature, see Rules.
Bike:
Mountain bike with race number displayed on handlebars is required.
Helmet and shoes are compulsory.
Clothing covering bottom and torso is compulsory.
Bike needs to be in good working order.
Bikes may only be removed when all athletes are off the course.
Run:
Race number must be worn on the front. (Best is an elastic with 3 pins or special triathlon number belt)
Clothing covering bottom and torso is compulsory.
Transition:
Helmet on and buckled before taking your bike.
Remove helmet only once back has been racked after cycling leg.
Riding your bike within the Transition Area is prohibited. You may only begin cycling once you have passed the mount line outside the Transition Area
Familiarise yourself with the mount and dismount lines.
Only participants allowed in transition.
Bikes must be returned to the same location on the bike rack during the transition to the run
Bikes must be securely racked and may not be left on the ground before heading onto the run
Personal seconding or assistance in the Transition Area is prohibited