Willie Smit Gran Fondo
Willie Smit Gran Fondo is a gran fondo-style mass-participation ride in Pretoria, South Africa, scheduled for October 31, 2026, covering roughly 311 miles.
About riding in South Africa
South Africa combines coastal roads, mountain passes and open interior, with a strong mass-participation cycling culture. Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere, and wind can be a major factor, especially around the Cape.
Estimated finish times
The route is about 311 miles. Here is the moving time at a steady average speed. It is a flat-ground baseline: climbing, wind, stops at aid stations and group riding all move the real number, so treat it as a starting range.
| Average speed | Moving time |
|---|---|
| 10 mph | 31h 04m |
| 12 mph | 25h 54m |
| 14 mph | 22h 12m |
| 16 mph | 19h 25m |
| 18 mph | 17h 16m |
Most recreational riders average 12–16 mph on rolling terrain in a group, and less on hilly routes.
Plan your ride
Paste the event's RideWithGPS route into the planner (many organizers publish one) to see your projected finish time, the headwind or tailwind you'll face, the temperature range, and how much to eat and drink. The ride date is pre-filled.
Open the Ride Planner · Gran fondo vs. sportive vs. century
Other events nearby
- Tshwane Classic — November 1, 2026, Tshwane, South Africa (18 mi away)
- Ride Joburg — November 22, 2026, Johannesburg, South Africa (39 mi away)
- Amashova National Classic — August 8, 2027, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa (289 mi away)
Listing sourced from granfondoguide; last verified 2026-10-12. Dates and details can change, so confirm with the organizer before you register or travel.