I missed a lot of key training while being sick but I am recovered now. I will take the trip and go run the Otter Trail Challenge next week Tuesday. Out of shape but at least well rested...
Record holder, Ryan Sandes
This is not a race to be taken lightly. It is for experienced trail runners only and throws a hard challenge at the competitors. The profile is a bit deceiving. There are no major mountains to climb, but there are no flat parts on the route. The total elevation gain is about 2000m (6562ft) over the marathon distance.
Race profile
It follows the world famous Otter Hiking Trail, a 5 day hiking route, and we have 11 hours to finish. The route follows the coastline on the southern coast of South Africa. There are numerous river crossings which involves some swimming and plenty of rock climbing and hopping. Nothing I can't handle!
The race starts at Storms River Mouth and finishes at De Vasselot, Nature's Valley. We will be staying at Nature's Valley so we have a long trip ahead this weekend. It is about 1250km (777 miles) from Johannesburg to Nature's Valley.
Long drive to the race.
On Monday we run a 4km prologue on the Salt River trail to determine starting positions. I will not be gunning for a front start :) The prologue includes a notable climb...
Prologue at Nature's Valley.
A few pics from the race...
Feedback to follow next week!
So happy that you're healthy and that you're going! Have fun and can't wait for the feedback!
ReplyDeleteGlad it worked out for you - since you won't be gunning for a front position, you can just relax and enjoy the race. :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like another challenging race! I don't think any of your events you can take lightly lol. Glad you are feeling better! Can't wait to hear all about your race.
ReplyDeleteIt's great news that you're able to do it.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are feeling good enough for the challenge--and wow that looks like a major one!
ReplyDeleteWow! THat race looks incredible. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteI'm so relived to hear you are feeling better, Johann! What a challenge, indeed, but no doubt you're going to nail it ... and have a wonderful experience along the way. Have a blast!
ReplyDeleteIt's a great race, go and have fun, and remember you can run those last couple of km so remember that...
ReplyDeleteGood luck - can't wait for the race report with lots of photos!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear you're back running. Looking forward to reading the race report about your next challenge!
ReplyDeleteWhat a race profile! Glad you're feeling better - good luck!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read your race recap already! This looks like so much fun. Glad you're feeling better - have a blast Johann!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh!! Looks so fun, thrilling and scary. Wish I could be there. Best of luck to you Johann. And be sure to have some fun too!!! ;) (I am sure you will have some fun)
ReplyDeleteOh Johann, this race looks AMAZING. I'm a little jealous! :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize you'd have such a long trip to get there. Makes it even more of an event. Best of luck!! Can't wait to read about it and see your pictures!
Glad you are recovered and able to run..always great what that happens!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a cool race! We only got as far east as Knysna when we drove east from Capetown on our visit in 2007
Is that a race or a battle?
ReplyDeleteGood luck and show us many pictures please.
Holy crap. I seriously can't imagine. I am excited to hear your race details soon. I expect you'll be posting tonight....maybe :)n Hope all went well.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the Springboks on the great match!
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