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ABAX Investments Milkwood Run

The Milkwood Run is staged at the Soetwater Resort behind Kommetjie on the southernmost west coast of the Cape. The 21.1km scenic route winds its way along the coast from Kommetjie to Scarborough with magnificent views of the coast line.

There is two other route option a 10km and 5km fun run, that runners are also able to take in the beauty of coast line.

We have embraced the ethos of a GREEN event, with no littering on route and runners are rewarded with a tree sapling at the finish.

Milkwood Run attracts runners from all over Cape Town and even out of town runners.

Merrell Whale of Trail

Merrell Whale of Trail in partnership with Cape Nature

Where: Western Cape

Start & Finish: De Hoop Collection, De Hoop Nature Reserve, Western Cape

Date: 31^st July 2021

Distance: 53km / 35km

Website: http://whaleoftrail.co.za

Come experience this exclusive opportunity to run on the 5 day Whale Trail hiking route and fantastic vibe at the finish area, in peak whale watching season. Starting in Potberg the runners will run through indigenous fynbos seeing Proteas and Erica’s in abundance. They will cross rivers and run atop ridgelines before running onto the rocky shores of the Indian ocean. The trail will snake along stunning paths that drift from the beach into coastal forests and along fynbos-covered hills. Runners will experience breathtaking views and possible sightings of the Southern Right whale. When they finally reach the end of the trail in De Hoop Nature Reserve, they will be filled with a peace and a sense of accomplishment for having completed a trail made in heaven.

If 53km is just a few steps too far, there’s now also a 35km route starting and ending in the same glorious places, with a well designed cut through that still gives you a taste of everything that the area has to offer.

Hope Virtual Marathon – South African challenge

Welcome to Hope Virtual Marathon – South African Challenge First edition.

This is a Fund-raising event to raise funds for ALL Covid-19 victims as well as Kids who have been left orphaned or impacted by this pandemic.

The event will take place on February 21, 2021 at 9am, South African time and participants will choose between 15km, 30km & 45km race. Further details will be provided to participants after registration.

After successful registration, participants will receive Caring4Hope wristbands which they will wear during the race so they could take pictures which will be shared on social medias.

Further details about the Hope Virtual Marathon can be found on our website: https://www.caring4hope.org/event-registration.

Should you wish to donate and not participating at the event, please do so here: https://www.caring4hope.org/donate and donate any amount you wish to. Remember, a little always goes a long way!

Together, we can make a difference, so grab your friends, colleagues and family members to join the race to raise much needed funds to save LIVES.

Do not wait, Register NOW

Twilight Trail Run Series

The Twilight Train Run Series is a mid-week lifestyle trail run offering a holistic outdoor experience once a month. The Twilight Trail Series offers an exclusive trail-running experience suitable for runners of all types. Participants enjoy the pristine, breath-taking views while running through private vineyards chasing the Capes Magnificent sunsets. This lifestyle trail running event will be held at numerous wine farm locations based in and around Cape Town (Stellenbosch, Durbanville, Elgin, Constantia, etc.). There are two routes which our runners can enjoy; a 6km run (perfect for beginners) and a 12km (for the more experienced runner), these routes are pram friendly making it suitable for all ages.

Twilight Trail Run Series

Southern Breweries Trail Runs

Route: Start at The Striped Horse, go over the pedestrian crossing and turn right into Main Road, turn left into Gill Road, left into Park Road, Right onto Boyes Drive, turn left onto Silver Mine Hiking trail, follow this route until it joins up with the jeep track, follow the jeep track until Silvermine gate 2, cross Ou Kaapse Weg into Silvermine one (adhere to the marshals at all time), turn left onto Ou Wa Pad, turn right onto Silvermine Road, turn slight left onto Noordhoek Road, cross to the right-hand side of the road at the pedestrian crossing at Sea Cottage Dr, turn right onto Hou Moed Weg and finish at the brewery.

Farmer Angus Night Run

FRIDAY 13 MARCH

FARMER ANGUS NIGHT RUN

These runs will be at “The Shed”, on Spier Farm – Off Annandale Road, which is the link road between the R310 and R44.

DISTANCE OPTIONS:

• 4km or 8km. Both are timed. Various categories.

The 8km is a “trail run” although we do understand most runners walk the hills. Rather enter for the 4km if you would like to walk. No dogs/pets allowed at the venue or on the trails please.

• You can claim vitality points for timed events.
• Registration and late-one-the-day entries from 17h45 – 18h50.
• Run briefing – 18h50 for all distances.

8km – starts 19h00
>4km – starts 19h10

Online/pre entries close at 5pm, two days before the run date.

Categories: For both distances
• Masters Female (50+)
• Masters Male (50+)
• Vet Male (40-49)
• Vet Female (40-49)
• Senior Male (16-39)
• Senior Female (16-39)
• Junior Male (U/16)*
• Junior Female (U/16)*
*if you are already 16, you are then Male or Female Open

MORE INFO AND ENTRY LINKS : www.quantumadventures.co.za

Merrell Autumn Night Run Series powered by Black Diamond – Race 3

Dates: 25th March, 1st April, 8th April – 3 run series

Description: Enjoy the last of the long evenings as the Cape prepares for Winter. Midweek Night time fun through the historic vineyards of Groot and Klein Constantia with a super festive post-race vibe at Simon’s Restaurant. Lots of prizes on offer. Different routes each week challenge the racers and excite the trail newcomers. Culminates with As Crazy Colourful as you Can competition.

Full details: http://mountainrunner.co.za/event-links/merrell-night-run-series/

Where: Cape Town

Start & Finish: Simon’s Restaurant at Groot Constantia

Discipline: Night Trail Running

Limited Entries: 300 runners per night

Distances & times: