Engines roar as 4x4s race for a cause at Corby Rock Farm
Drivers tackle mud and mayhem in action-packed 4x4 challenge to raise funds for the Adult Care Centre.
From the fashion and flair of the Dundee July to the roar of engines and flying mud, a different kind of horsepower stole the spotlight at the Adult Care Centre’s first-ever 4×4 Challenge, hosted at Corby Rock Farm along the Nquthu Road.
Despite misty, chilly conditions, 24 determined drivers lined up on Saturday to tackle eight punishing obstacle courses, carefully designed by 4×4 experts Frans de Jager and RG van Rooyen.
A rugged fleet of Fords, Jeeps, Hi-Luxes, Fortuners, Jimnys, Mitsubishis and the ever-reliable Land Cruisers took on the challenge with grit and skill. But egos were soon humbled as the very first obstacle—a steep, rocky incline marked with flags—quickly proved just how technical the event would be. Touching a flag meant points lost.
One of the most popular tracks was the ‘ball-on-the-stick’ challenge, where drivers had to balance golf balls on poles while manoeuvring through a winding, obstacle-strewn course—without ever leaving their vehicles. The winner was the driver who kept the most balls in place within just three-and-a-half minutes.
Spectators swarmed to the infamous ‘mud bath’ section, where many vehicles were seen spinning, stuck, or splattered—cheered on by the crowd and quickly rescued by the trusty Case tractor team.
Speed trials, hill climbs and a wetlands dash rounded off the adrenaline-filled programme.
Later in the day, a vintage Sharks rugby jersey was auctioned off for over R4,000, with local personality Joff Davies calling the bids.
Willie Steenberg of the Adult Care Centre extended his thanks to all sponsors, volunteers, drivers and supporters. All funds raised will go toward the care of residents living with mental and physical disabilities.
Overall event winners were Wimpy and his son in their Jeep, followed by Cedric and Juandré Fischer in their Hi-Lux, and Dundee’s own Rhys Maltman, also driving a Hi-Lux.
As engines cooled and the sun dipped below the hills, the community gathered around log fires, enjoying live music by Christo Badenhorst—bringing a memorable day to a perfect close.
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