New Trail Launch This Sunday — Designed by the Late Meurant Botha
In honour of Meurant Botha, who sadly passed away on 13 September 2025, a brand-new trail loop he designed will officially open on Sunday, 7 December with a guided mountain bike ride followed by a relaxed social gathering.
All the singletrack at Muratie was designed by Meurant, and this new loop includes two of the final trail sections he created.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the building and maintenance of the trails. The team has been working hard to keep Dirtopia Trails at Muratie in excellent condition.
A limited number of Muratie blended red wine bottles with the special “Meurant” label will be available at the Trail Centre this weekend for R200. All proceeds go directly toward singletrack upkeep.
Guided Ride Details
🚴♂️ Start: 07:45, Sunday from the Dirtopia Trail Centre (Muratie)
💻 Booking essential: dirtpass.co.za/product/tickets
💰 Cost: R120 — includes day permit, guided ride, a boerewors roll, and a beer
The new loop adds 14 km to the trail network and is suitable for intermediate to advanced riders only. It is not recommended for novices or children. During the guided ride, this loop will be ridden first, after which riders may continue exploring Muratie’s well-marked trails.
E-bikes are welcome, but please note this is a genuine mountain biking experience—best suited for riders with adequate skills and fitness.
Meurant’s wife, Arina, and Dirtopia’s long-time trail and logistics assistant, Clinton, will join the ride. The new loop also traverses neighbouring farms Knorhoek and Quoin Rock — a big thank-you to these landowners for opening their land to outdoor enthusiasts.
Additional Info
• Standard day permits: R100 per rider
• The Trail Centre offers assistance, info, snacks, and cold drinks
• Enquiries: WhatsApp 078 343 3572 or email
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