The landmark Dis-Chem Ride for Sight cycling event returns for its 36^th edition on February 16, 2025 at the Boksburg City Stadium.

All event proceeds are donated to Retina South Africa, which is the country’s only organisation providing inherited retinal disease patient support and research. All funds raised go towards research for potential treatments and therapies and broadening access to medical treatment for patients.

A highlight on the cycling calendar

As a prestigious component of the Mzansi National Road Series and official seeding event for the Virgin Active Ride Joburg 947 and Cape Town Cycle Tour, this event unites cycling excellence with transformative impact for the visually impaired community.

The event features two races – the 116km Super Classic presented by Ensure starting at 06:15 and the 62km DS24 challenge, which gets underway at 07:30. Both distances include dedicated para sport categories, reinforcing the event’s commitment to inclusive cycling.

Remarkable growth

Following remarkable growth of 195% in participation from 2023 to 2024, race organisers aim to attract 4,000 cyclists in 2025.