Flare Events

13/08/2026

Hi friends, family, colleagues and fellow Bloemfontein community members 👋

I’m conducting a short survey to better understand cycling in Bloemfontein—including the views of people who cycle and those who don’t.

The aim is to explore how we can grow cycling locally and make it more affordable, accessible and welcoming for everyone.

I would really appreciate it if you could complete the survey. You do not need to own a bicycle or be a cyclist—every response is valuable.

It should take about 5–7 minutes:

https://forms.gle/GWSyj9RUXqzyVSzJ9

Please also share it with your friends, family, colleagues and other Bloemfontein residents. The more responses we receive, the more meaningful the results will be.

Thank you so much for your time and support! 🚲

We are researching cycling access, event participation, bicycle ownership and demand for cycling products and services in Bloemfontein. This anonymous survey takes about 5–7 minutes. Participation is voluntary, and responses will be used only for market research and planning.

24/04/2026

Dust. Speed. Good vibes. 🔥🚵
Entries are officially OPEN for the Oppi Plotte Racing Challenge 2026!
⚡ 55km MTB Race
⚡ 18km Fun Ride
⚡ Last Man Standing MTB Criterium
📍 Oppi Plotte, Estoire – Bloemfontein
📅 2 May 2026
Whether you’re coming to race for the win, survive the crit, or just enjoy a proper day on the bike with friends — this one’s going to be wild.
Enter now before spots fill up 👊

20/04/2026

Here’s what the 51.5km looks like 👀
No crazy climbs.
No suffering for no reason.
Just a fast, flowing route with a few short efforts to keep it interesting 💨
Perfect if you:
– want a solid workout
– want to race it
– or just want to get out and ride
Entries open → www.flareevents.net/oppiplotte
2 May. Don’t miss it.

16/04/2026

Faster times, tighter gaps, big efforts across the board.
This series is heating up. 🔥
Final round decides it all

15/04/2026

OPPI PLOTTE RACING CHALLENGE – 2 MAY 2026 🔥
Get ready for a proper day out on the bike 💥
Whether you’re chasing a challenge or just coming for the vibe, we’ve got you covered.
📍 Oppi Plotte, Bloemfontein
⏰ Race starts at 07:30
📝 Late entries: 06:00 – 07:00

09/04/2026

Big efforts out there last night, from the first rider to the last.
Who’s taking the overall after Round 2? 👀

11/11/2025

Twilight Grind Finale – 12 November!
It’s the last one of the series, and everyone’s invited!
Bring your bike, your lights, and your family 😄
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Ride Special:
3 riders for R150 – start together, ride together ( 3 km)
🚴 Solo Time Trial:
Start every 60 seconds – race against the clock
📍 Brandkop MTB Trails
🕔 17:00 – 18:30
💰 3 km R60 | 7 km R80
Missed the earlier rounds? No problem — this one’s all about good vibes, dusty smiles, and finishing the season together 🌅
🔗 More info & entry: flareevents.net/twilightgrin

06/10/2025

The midweek grind just got serious.

⏱️ Race the clock.
🌅 Chase the sunset.
💬 Laugh with your crew after.

Twilight Grind MTB TT Series kicks off 15 October at Brandkop Trails.

🚲 5 km or 10 km | Solo starts | Pure fun.

👉 Entries live: flareevents.net/twilightgrind

01/10/2025

Clock out, pedal down.
You vs the clock; the trail does the talking.
Wind down, then bottoms up. ☕️🍻
Tag the friend you’re beating by :10 👇

18/09/2025

Twilight Grind — MTB TT Series
Chase the sunset. Beat the clock. Challenge your friends.
Solo starts every 30s — fast, social, zero bunching.
📅 15, 22, 29 Oct & 5 Nov
📍 Brandkop, Bloemfontein
🚵 5 km starts from 17:00 (R60) • 10 km starts from 18:00 (R80)
First-timers welcome. No drafting • Safe passing.