Our 2020 event was incredibly successful, with over 2000 runners, walkers and cyclists taking part in our first-ever virtual event! Through contributions, we were able to provide 2000 Bibles to people in need, as well as 2000 literacy books specifically for children. That’s 4000 lives changed!
This year we want to go bigger and better! Our 2021 event continues to support the Bible Society’s goal to distribute 2 million Bibles in celebration of their 200th year.
This year we have spread our wings in many ways, one being offering you amazing merchandise that can be bought with your entry! Our tees are made of a moisture management fabric, perfect to use for your run or cycle, and our buffs are the ultimate accessory to use every day as we head into the colder season!
Tees are optional and priced at R165 and our buffs R60, delivery will be done through PAXI and all info will be collected at the time of entry! Medals will once again be Free of Charge, but you will need to cover the courier fee to get it to you. If you would like to order for more than one person, it’s no problem please just add all the merchandise to one entry so you only pay one delivery fee.
If you would like to get your tee and buff before race day you need to place your order before the 1st of July 2021, all entries received after that will only receive merchandise once the event has taken place.
110km (R300), 77km (R250), 50km (R200), 30km (R120), 20km (R90)
Entries close 3 May 2021 at 23h00
You will be required to produce your valid CSA license or proof of provincial affiliation at registration or you will be required to purchase an event license at R50
For all the new CSA Racing and Licensing Rules and Regulations please visit the CSA website, click here.
More Information and to visit the event website, click here
There is a special number collection point at Mopani Pharmacy in Nelspruit in Friday 7 May from 10:00 – 13;00
If you want to collect in Nelspruit on Friday please indicate it during the entry process for our records.
Late entry penalties will apply
Limited edition 25th Birthday race merchandise available to purchase
All uncollected number boards will be available at the Barberton Hoerskool for collection after the Mopani Pharmacy registration has closed
Merrell Whale of Trail in partnership with Cape Nature
Where: Western Cape
Start & Finish: De Hoop Collection, De Hoop Nature Reserve, Western Cape
Date: 31st 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.
Merrell Hobbit Trail Runs
Where: Hogsback
Start & Finish: Arminel Hotel, Hogsback, Eastern Cape
Dates: 30th April & 1st May 2021
Distance: 90km 2 day / 42km / 16km/ 5km
The Merrell Hobbit Journey is a 2 day staged run of the Amathole Hiking Trail. Just thirty brave journeymen and women share in the adventure covering 90km of varied and magical terrain. From Maden Dam explore the enchanted indigenous forests and intriguing Amathole Mountains up to Cata mountain hut to pass the night with good food, good cheer and tired company. The next morning forge onward past cascading waterfalls and across crystal clear streams while enveloped in glorious vistas, and no small amount of sweat, to finally descend into Hogsback.
Meanwhile, the 42km run on Saturday may be referred to as the short one at this event but this phenomenal route is consistently noted as the ‘most value per kilometer trail run in the country. Showcasing an immense variety of terrain and challenges, the course has determined runners building a very special relationship with the ups and downs of mountain running.
The 16km and 5km routes are neither flat nor easy, but very doable and see a mixture of racers and casual runners all loving the magical vibe of the forest along well marked routes.
This will be a virtual event
Welcome to Hope Virtual Marathon – Global 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 in South Africa and in Africa.
The event will take place on March 7, 2021 at 9am, Local time and participants will choose between 15km, 30km & 45km race. Further details will be provided to participants after registration.
This is a Global Virtual event so we urge everyone around the World to participate to HELP!
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. T-shirts are also available
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. 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 – Registration is FREE
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
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.
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.
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.
