Only Fully Registered TSA members will be in line for selection/prizes and or podium.
February 28, 2027 | Elgin Grabouw Sports Club
XTERRA South Africa
Sprint Triathlon
Swim
500M
Bike
11K
Run
6K
The information on this page is not yet confirmed, and may be based on the previous years' edition.
The Sprint Triathlon also offers the same look and feel as the Full Distance, only shorter with fewer climbs, but still gives you that feel of an XTERRA Triathlon. An ideal event to prepare you for your transition to the Full Distance and for for tomorrows champs to shine under the watchful eye of XTERRA South Africa's Route Director (and 7 time World Champ) Conrad Stoltz.
Course Maps
This courses below are not yet confirmed, and subject to change.
Swim: 500M
Click through to see the swim course map, description and download the GPX file.
Bike: 11K 160M+
Click through to see the bike course map, description and download the GPX file.
Run: 6K 190M+
Click through to see the run course map, description and download the GPX file.
Schedule
This schedule is not yet confirmed, and subject to change.
1
Fri 2027.02.26
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TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
2
Sat 2027.02.27
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3
Sun 2027.02.28
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Prizes
This information is not yet confirmed, and subject to change.
🏅 Medal
All Finishers
20
Youth WC Slots
🎁 Brand Hampers
Podiums
Fees
The fees below have not yet been confirmed, and are subject to change.
Registration available onsite.
Race Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Individual Adult | R 1200 |
| Team | R 1300 |
| Junior & Youth B | R 500 |
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
The information below may be from a previous edition of the event, and is subject to change.
The race is open to individual and relays.
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