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Narok Nakurudi With a Medal
Sunday, 31 May 2026 · 4:30 AM
4:30 AM
40km, 70km, 100km, 160km, 220km, 280km
3,000m+ (280km route)
Free→(Optional KES 1,000 package: finisher's medal + professional photos)
Siro Fits
+254 783 556680
Event Highlights
Nairobi to Narok and back - 280km in a single day for the full route
Six distance options from 40km to 280km catering for all levels
3,000m+ of elevation on the full route - rated 80% difficulty
Optional KES 1,000 package includes a finisher's medal and professional photos
Organised by Siro Fits in partnership with Smilers
Pace Groups
| Group | Distance | Pace | Meetup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus A: Narok Nakurudi | 280km | 25/28 kph | 4:30 - 4:55 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD |
| Bus B: Ntulele Nakurudi | 220km | 25/28 kph | 5:25 - 5:55 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD |
| Bus C: Suswa Nakurudi | 160km | 25/28 kph | 6:25 - 6:55 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD |
| Bus D: Maai Mahiu Nakurudi | 100km | 22/25 kph | 7:25 - 7:55 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD |
| Bus E: Limuru Nakurudi | 70km | Soft Life | 8:00 - 8:25 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD Relaxed pace - described as 'Soft Life' |
| Bus F: Kikuyu Nakurudi | 40km | Soft Life Pro Max | 8:00 - 8:25 AM Shell GPO, Nairobi CBD Most relaxed option - 'Soft Life Pro Max' |
Course Details
The main route (Bus A) follows the classic Nairobi-Narok road via Ngong, Suswa, and Ntulele - 280km out and back in a single day with over 3,000m of climbing. The difficulty is rated at 80%, making it one of the most demanding one-day rides on the Kenyan calendar. Shorter buses peel off at their respective turnaround points. Riders can join at Shell GPO or at other points along the way. Road bikes are appropriate for all routes.
Getting There
The primary meeting point is Shell GPO in Nairobi CBD. Buses depart in waves from 4:30 AM (Bus A) through to 8:25 AM (Buses E & F). Riders joining at points along the route should coordinate via the registration form.
Open in MapsDid You Know?
🌍The Nairobi-Narok road passes through Ngong Hills, the Rift Valley escarpment, and the open Maasai plains - one of Kenya's most scenic cycling corridors.
🌍Mt. Suswa, an unusual shield volcano with a double caldera, is visible from the road and a landmark for cyclists on this route.
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4:30 AM
40km, 70km, 100km, 160km, 220km, 280km
3,000m+ (280km route)
Free→(Optional KES 1,000 package: finisher's medal + professional photos)
Siro Fits
+254 783 556680