Race Report: Lesotho Sky 2018 – Day 2

Sep 26, 2018 | Stories

The Leg Tester – Roma to Malealea The second day of Lesotho Sky 2018 was a real mountain trek over 85km of dirt roads and mountain passes from Roma to Malealea, totalling 2 200m elevation. The leaders stayed together until 10km after the second waterpoint. At...

Adventures on a Silverback in Lesotho – Day 1

Sep 25, 2018 | Stories

Every now and then you find yourself riding on a trail that puts all your worries into perspective, a trail that reminds you of your place in the world, a world beautiful beyond words and as ancient as time itself. This was my day today — actually it’s been my entire...

Race Report: Lesotho Sky 2018 – Day 1

Sep 24, 2018 | Stories

The Metolong Loop The 8th edition of Lesotho Sky started with a 60 km route around Roma, totalling 1,523 m elevation. The riders were put through their paces with a route that had something for everyone. Technical climbs with up to 27% gradients, rocky enduro-style...

The Mountainbike Kingdom is for everyone

Sep 23, 2018 | Race Day, Stories

It was a rainy day, but no amount of rain could have dampened the spirits of each and every rider who took part at the Sky Community Day. With the annual Lesotho Sky stage race happening this week, the Community Day was about giving young and old the opportunity to...

A Day Of Fun For Everyone

Sep 14, 2018 | Race Day, Stories

Lesotho Sky COMMUNITY DAY     Come and join us for a day filled with lots of fun & activities for the whole family! The Lesotho Sky COMMUNITY DAY will take place at Roma Trading Post for the first time. We will be hosting several competitions for kids...

The Friends of Lesotho Sky

Sep 14, 2018 | Race Day, Stories

In a challenging economic climate, no event like ours will survive without the backing of corporate partners. This year is no different. In fact, it is more true than ever. With less than 2 weeks to go before the 8th edition of Lesotho Sky kicks off, we are proud to...

The Amazing Lesotho Sky Silverback Discount Deal

Aug 27, 2018 | Stories

With only four weeks to go before the start of the 8th edition of Lesotho Sky, we are extremely proud to announce a brand new collaboration geared to benefit the riders of this year’s race. The trails in Lesotho is notoriously tough on your bike and gear....

Lesotho Sky 2018 Route: A brand new adventure

Jun 18, 2018 | Stories

The all new Lesotho Sky 2018 route forms part of exciting new changes we are implementing to improve the event as a whole. This year. we will base ourselves around our home in the mountains at Roma Trading Post Lodge and for the 8th year in a row at Malealea Lodge....

Lesotho Sky Supporters Package

May 8, 2018 | Stories

We’ve put together a Lesotho Sky 2018 Supporters Package that consists of two options for your friends or family who want to support you during the race. Camping All Inclusive Price: R5000 Includes single tent, three meals per day, hot showers. No Tent All...

The heart and soul of the MTB stage race

Mar 7, 2018 | Stories

At the heart and soul of every stage race lies the tented race village. The intoxicating smells of chain lube, degreasers, sweaty bib shorts and freshly brewed coffee are ingredients for a poem yet to be written. It’s there where we size each other up on arrival day,...