Ride Joburg is proud to launch the Free Ride initiative – a chance for those who dream of riding, but face financial barriers, to be part of this year’s iconic Ride Joburg road race.
We believe in the power of cycling; not just as a sport, but as a lifeline. It’s how many get around, connect, build community, stay healthy, and live longer, fuller lives.
At Ride Joburg, we’re committed to improving the demographic representation of our field and enabling broader access to the sport we love. Through the Free Ride initiative, we aim to support riders who may not otherwise be able to afford an entry – particularly those from underrepresented groups – and help grow a more inclusive cycling culture in South Africa.
If you genuinely cannot afford to enter this year’s Ride Joburg 97km road race and meet the application criteria (see Ts & Cs below), we welcome your application for a free, individual entry.
Please read all information, criteria, and terms and conditions before applying.
Join us on26 October 2025to Ride Joburg at its Best.
Only one application per person will be accepted.
Free entries apply only to individual (solo) participants in the 35km or 97km distances.
Cyclists must be 18 years or older by the event date (26 October 2025).
Free entries are available to South African residents only.
Free entries are limited to cyclists whose households earn less than R10,000 per month.
Cyclists who have already entered the 2025 Ride Joburg event are not eligible to apply for a free entry.
To apply, you must consent to Ride Joburg accessing your credit report, to help determine your eligibility based on affordability.
The free entry is valid only for the 2025 Ride Joburg and is non-transferable, non-substitutable, and cannot be changed to another distance or deferred to a future event.
Cyclists who do not use their 2025 free entry will not be eligible to apply again in the future, unless they notify the Ride Joburg Race Office in writing before race day (26 October 2025).
All standard event Terms & Conditions apply.
Applications close Thursday, 31 July 2025, at midnight.
Successful applicants will be notified on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, and will receive their unique promo code to redeem their free entry.
Free entry promo codes must be redeemed by Friday, 29 August 2025.
If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact the Ride Joburg Race Office.
Only one application per person will be accepted.
Free entries apply only to individual (solo) participants in the 35km or 97km distances.
Cyclists must be 18 years or older by the event date (26 October 2025).
Free entries are available to South African residents only.
Free entries are limited to cyclists whose households earn less than R10,000 per month.
Cyclists who have already entered the 2025 Ride Joburg event are not eligible to apply for a free entry.
To apply, you must consent to Ride Joburg accessing your credit report, to help determine your eligibility based on affordability.
The free entry is valid only for the 2025 Ride Joburg and is non-transferable, non-substitutable, and cannot be changed to another distance or deferred to a future event.
Cyclists who do not use their 2025 free entry will not be eligible to apply again in the future, unless they notify the Ride Joburg Race Office in writing before race day (26 October 2025).
All standard event Terms & Conditions apply.
Applications close Thursday, 31 July 2025, at midnight.
Successful applicants will be notified on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, and will receive their unique promo code to redeem their free entry.
Free entry promo codes must be redeemed by Friday, 29 August 2025.
If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact the Ride Joburg Race Office.
Ride Joburg is proud to launch the Free Ride initiative – a chance for those who dream of riding, but face financial barriers, to be part of this year’s iconic Ride Joburg road race.
We believe in the power of cycling; not just as a sport, but as a lifeline. It’s how many get around, connect, build community, stay healthy, and live longer, fuller lives.
At Ride Joburg, we’re committed to improving the demographic representation of our field and enabling broader access to the sport we love. Through the Free Ride initiative, we aim to support riders who may not otherwise be able to afford an entry – particularly those from underrepresented groups – and help grow a more inclusive cycling culture in South Africa.
If you genuinely cannot afford to enter this year’s Ride Joburg 97km road race and meet the application criteria (see Ts & Cs below), we welcome your application for a free, individual entry.
Please read all information, criteria, and terms and conditions before applying.
Join us on26 October 2025to Ride Joburg at its Best.