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Kindred By Gravel: Where Grit Meets Growth
Men's Health South Africa
|January - February 2026
When the wheels turned on the first-ever Nedbank Gravel Burn, it was not just seasoned athletes lining up for 800km of unrelenting terrain; it was also the start of something..
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Representing the Nedbank Sports Trust Development Cycling Programme, these 20-year-olds carried not only the hopes of their community but also the spirit of 'Kindred by Gravel' - Nedbank's belief that connection, perseverance, and shared purpose lie at the heart of every ride.
Over 7 days, the duo faced the full force of the elements: rain, hail, and climbs that seemed to stretch endlessly toward the horizon. Mechanical setbacks and health challenges eventually prevent them from completing all stages, but in true Nedbank Gravel Burn fashion, their journey was not just about the finish line.
This story is from the January - February 2026 edition of Men's Health South Africa.
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