Race information

EXTREME (HARDCORE+CLASSIC)

Distance: Approx. 73km on Day 1 & 60km on Day 2

Extreme, adj. exceeding what is usual or reasonable.

Held over two days, the Extreme combines both the Hardcore and the Roller Coaster Classic. This event will challenge the tness and technical abilities of seasoned mountain bikers and elite teams. Covering approx. 80km on Day 1, riders will face an elevation gain and loss of nearly 2000m with fast technical sections and single track all on Borana Conservancy. Day 2 follows with the Roller Coaster, a 60km race that has become synonymous with the 10to4.

WILD (WILD RIDE+CLASSIC)

Distance: Approx. 47km on Day 1 (TBC) & 60km on Day 2

Minimum Age: 17+

Date: 24th & 25th February 2023

Wild, adj. (1) remote, uninhabited place; (2) unconstrained action or emotion

By popular demand, 2023 will see the introduction of a brand new combo - The Wild! Held over two days it is aimed at those who are keen for an extra challenge, but are not quite ready for the Hardcore. On Day 1, the route will be entirely across the Borana Conservancy, while on Day 2 Wild Riders are expected to join the Classic or Rush race.

CLASSIC

Distance: 60km

Minimum Age: 16+

Date: 25th February 2023

Held on Day 2, the Classic is an experience that has become synonymous with the 10to4. Starting at nearly 3000 meters, (10,000 feet), on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya, riders will descend some 60km over demanding terrain, through indigenous forest and wide open plains, abundant with wildlife, down to the Ngare Ndare Forest at 1940 meters, (6400 feet) and then onto Borana Conservancy, nishing at Borana Race Village.

RUSH

Distance: 57km

Minimum Age: 14+

Date: 25th February 2023

Running concurrently with the 'Classic' on Day 2, 'The Rush' is a less arduous 57km ride but will still provide exhilaration for mid-level cyclists and those seasoned mountain bikers who spend more time in their o ce chairs than is good for them.

EBIKES

Route: WILD / CLASSIC / RUSH

Distance: See relevant section for details

Minimum Age: 14+

Date: 25th February 2023

At the 2023 Tropic Air 10to4, eBikes are able to enter either the WILD (two day), CLASSIC or RUSH events. eBikers will be competing in their own class and will be placed separately from the other competitors.

SLIDE

Distance: 39km

Minimum Age: 10+

Date: 25th February 2023

Running concurrently with the ‘Classic’ and ‘Rush’ on Day 2, the Slide is a gently undulating and pleasant ride, suitable for all. Estimated ride time for this 39km route is between 1.5 to 4 hours, depending on ability.