TIME ADVENTURE CHALLENGE
The Time Adventure Challenge 2023
By Chevon Barrowman
2023 ’ s much anticipated Time Adventure Challenge was back once again , this time held on Sunday 3 September . With a stellar display of strength , stamina and comradery , this year ’ s competitors did not disappoint , proving they were indeed ‘ tough enough ’.
Set inside Mokolodi Nature Reserve , the duathlon comprises a four-leg relay race starting with a 10km trail run followed by two 15km mountain bike rides and finishing off with a 5km trail run . Competitors can take part individually or as teams of two , three or four , provided all the legs are completed in order . From Corporate and Social teams to families and Junior entrants , this event really does cater for all . This year there were 19 Corporate teams , 17 Social , 4 Junior and 16 Individual entrants who took part . Below is a snapshot of how the day unfolded .
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There was a definite feeling of Spring in the air as the day started off fresh and crisp . The anticipation and excitement were tangible as the first 10km runners huddled up on the start line ready to tackle the unknown and head out into the pristine bush of the Reserve .
Running past Lake Gwithian to the grunts of hippos , most certainly helped speed up the arduous climb to the top of World ’ s View , where at 7kms into the race , the competitors could rehydrate at the Time Projects Water Stop . After re-fuelling , the runners set off back down to the Start / Finish area to continue or hand over the baton for the next leg , which is the first 15km bike ride .
ISSUE 55 - SEPTEMBER 2023