The Cape Epic has always sold out quickly. The reason why the 2021 starting places went over the virtual counter so quickly was as follows. With 90 percent of registrations for 2021 already taken up by the teams registered for 2020, places for new registrations were very limited and 55 team starting places were allocated on a first come, first serve basis.

"We are delighted that so many mountain bikers have signed up to join us on the journey to next year's Absa Cape Epic," said Kevin Vermaak, founder of the race. "Since the race started in 2004, it has always been fully booked and as a two-time finisher, I am aware of how much training goes into preparing for an Absa Cape Epic."

The next Cape Epic is scheduled for March 21-28, 2020, when the 647-kilometre route will be tackled. During eight days of racing, 15,550 meters of altitude will be covered and the stage locations in Ceres, Tulbagh and Wellington will be tackled.