Tackle the Bike SA Grand Slam Challenge Series and ride a longer distance with each ride, progressively extending your stamina throughout the year!
The Grand Slam Challenge Series is the perfect vehicle for goal-setting, motivation and fully supported ride security to help you achieve your riding and fitness goals each year.
With rides starting from 40km or 80km and building to 100km or 200km Grand Slam finales over the five-ride series, you can track your progress, plan your training and achieve all you hoped for and more.
highlights
Progressive Distance Challenge
Five rides across the year, each increasing in length, from 40 km up to 200 km, allowing riders to steadily build strength and confidence.
Fully Supported Open-Road Riding
Clear route notes, marked courses, hydration stations, first aid and mechanical backup provide strong support while you ride at your own pace.
Friendly, Non-Competitive Atmosphere
A welcoming community event where riders encourage one another, making it ideal for both experienced cyclists and those tackling longer distances for the first time.
itinerary
Echunga 11 October100/200KM
Echunga Institute | Check in from 5.45am | Rolling from 6.30am
Gumeracha 15 Feb40/80KM
Gumeracha Football Club |
Check in from 7am |
Rolling from 8am
Mt Torrens 29 March50/100KM
Mount Torrens Centenary Park Oval |
Check in from 7am |
Rolling from 8am
Strathalbyn 23 August75/150KM
Strathalbyn Show Hall (TBC) | Check in from 7am | Rolling from 8am
Meadows 31 May60/120KM
Meadows Memorial Hall | Check in from 7am | Rolling from 8am
your route in maps
On the Road
Snapshots from across the Series as riders push their limits.
inclusions
Hydration products
Fruit juices
Water
Experienced marshals and support crew
Trained First Aid Officer in attendance
Light Lunch (salad roll, fruit slice and fruit)
Snacks including fruit, biscuits and cake
Mechanical back-up and support (fees apply for parts), and more!
add-ons
Riders are responsible for their own mechanical consumables (i.e. if you need a replacement tube or part, there’s a charge).
Barista coffee
reviews
A fantastic series for building confidence. Each Grand Slam gets a little longer, but the structure makes progression feel natural. It’s become a key part of my training calendar.
RiderGrand Slam 2025
I’ve done plenty of rides in SA, but the Grand Slam routes are some of the best marked and best supported. Having the option to choose one loop or go for both made it easy to ride at my own pace.
RiderGrand Slam 2025
It’s challenging, but never intimidating.
RiderGrand Slam 2025
The atmosphere is always welcoming and organised. Volunteers are supportive, the signage is clear, and the whole day feels smooth from start to finish. It’s the kind of event that keeps you coming back.
RiderGrand Slam 2025
Consistently one of the best value rides in SA. Great support, friendly riders, well planned routes, and a real sense of achievement at the finish. It sets the standard for community cycling events.