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ISSUE 108 JULY 2018 / www . modernathlete . co . za 32 Make sure you NEVER miss a copy of South Africa ’ s Biggest Running Magazine ! 1 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 Cover image : Jetline Action Photo ISSUE 104 / March 2018 Ryan Sandes & Ryno Griesel Chasing a Himalayan Record on Nepal ’ s Trails Avoid 6 Pre-race Nutrition Mistakes Reluctant Star Runner Humble Trail Elite Annamart Laubscher One Last Big Race for Hurdling Legend LJ ? Nolene Conrad Breyton Poole Caroline Peters “ They said run , or I may not make it to my 21st “ U18 World Champ Soars Into The Big Leagues Survivor Continues to Motivate Many to Run Why Short Runs are Just as Important p36 Rogeema Kenny ’ s 70.3 With an Extra Challenge Bumper March Race Calendar : 176 Races PLUS 43 Track Meets 9 780620 548526 18041 1 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 Cover image : Jetline Action Photo ISSUE 104 / March 2018 Ryan Sandes & Ryno Griesel Chasing a Himalayan Record on Nepal ’ s Trails Avoid 6 Pre-race Nutrition Mistakes Reluctant Star Runner Humble Trail Elite Annamart Laubscher One Last Big Race for Hurdling Legend LJ ? Nolene Conrad Breyton Poole Caroline Peters “ They said run , or I may not make it to my 21st “ U18 World Champ Soars Into The Big Leagues Survivor Continues to Motivate Many to Run Why Short Runs are Just as Important p36 Rogeema Kenny ’ s 70.3 With an Extra Challenge Bumper March Race Calendar : 176 Races PLUS 43 Track Meets 9 780620 548526 18041 1 www . modernathlete . co . za Cover image : Roger Sedres / ImageSA ISSUE 106 / May 2018 R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 SA ’ s Biggest Running Publication Medals Galore SA Athletes Shine at Games Down Under 6 Years of Dare to Tri Coach Derick Looks Back Tapering Fixes You Should Know Naomi Brand Ultra Trailer ’ s First World Champs Selection SA ’ s Biggest & Best Race Calendar – All the Fixtures for May Gerda Steyn Alan Ryninks Running Mann New Ultra Star Claims Maiden Two Oceans Win The Wise Man of Trail Marathon-obsessed Blogger Heads to KZN When Chocolate is Good for You , p35 9 780620 548526 18043 1 www . modernathlete . co . za Cover image : Roger Sedres / ImageSA ISSUE 106 / May 2018 R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 SA ’ s Biggest Running Publication Medals Galore SA Athletes Shine at Games Down Under 6 Years of Dare to Tri Coach Derick Looks Back Tapering Fixes You Should Know Naomi Brand Ultra Trailer ’ s First World Champs Selection SA ’ s Biggest & Best Race Calendar – All the Fixtures for May Gerda Steyn Alan Ryninks Running Mann New Ultra Star Claims Maiden Two Oceans Win The Wise Man of Trail Marathon-obsessed Blogger Heads to KZN When Chocolate is Good for You , p35 9 780620 548526 18043 1 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 Cover image : Jetline Action Photo ISSUE 103 / February 2018 9 780620 548526 18040 Candyce Hall Bradley Weiss Smiling Leader of Cape Carbineers SA ’ s XTERRA World Champ Action-packed Season Ahead Plus Dates to Diarise Track & Field Romantic Getaway at TransAlps Adventure Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles EXPANDED CALENDAR Plan Your Feb Racing 8 Reasons to Eat More Fish p33 Off the Couch & on the Trails Fareed Behardien Gear Guide Special – Puma , Brooks , Falke & TomTom Reviewed Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles 1 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 Cover image : Jetline Action Photo ISSUE 103 / February 2018 9 780620 548526 18040 Candyce Hall Bradley Weiss Smiling Leader of Cape Carbineers SA ’ s XTERRA World Champ Action-packed Season Ahead Plus Dates to Diarise Track & Field Romantic Getaway at TransAlps Adventure Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles EXPANDED CALENDAR Plan Your Feb Racing 8 Reasons to Eat More Fish p33 Off the Couch & on the Trails Fareed Behardien Gear Guide Special – Puma , Brooks , Falke & TomTom Reviewed Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles Akani Simbine Focused on Sprint Titles 1 www . modernathlete . co . za Cover image : Marathon-Photos . com ISSUE 105 / April 2018 9 780620 548526 18042 You Need Surgery NOW ! Avoid Colds & Flu With Diet Boosts Temple Trail Cambodian Adventure For Evergreen Couple Ashley & Timmy Inspiring Young Track Stars Lusapho April Going Back for a Third Bite at Boston Cramping Problems ? Prevention Advice , p31 Annah Watkinson Carina Horn Challenge to Juggle Work & Tri Careers Still Chasing 1st Final Plan Your April Racing with SA ’ s Best Race Calendar Wendy Seller , Literally Saved By Running Walking success , 100kg down , p10 Wendy Seller , Literally Saved By Running Walking success , 100kg down , p10 Avoid Colds & Flu With Diet Boosts R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 SA ’ s Biggest Running Publication 1 www . modernathlete . co . za Cover image : Marathon-Photos . com ISSUE 105 / April 2018 9 780620 548526 18042 You Need Surgery NOW ! Avoid Colds & Flu With Diet Boosts Temple Trail Cambodian Adventure For Evergreen Couple Ashley & Timmy Inspiring Young Track Stars Lusapho April Going Back for a Third Bite at Boston Cramping Problems ? Prevention Advice , p31 Annah Watkinson Carina Horn Challenge to Juggle Work & Tri Careers Still Chasing 1st Final Plan Your April Racing with SA ’ s Best Race Calendar Wendy Seller , Literally Saved By Running Walking success , 100kg down , p10 Wendy Seller , Literally Saved By Running Walking success , 100kg down , p10 Avoid Colds & Flu With Diet Boosts R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 SA ’ s Biggest Running Publication 1 ISSUE 100 / November 2017 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 9 780620 548526 17037 Elroy Gelant Nicholas Quenet Heading Back to the Track Tri Champ Puts Studies First New Content Sections – Road , Trail , Track & Multisport Brilliant First Year of Marathons Road Running ’ s New Sensation Ulrica Stander Thabang Mosiako Expert Advice , Essential Dates • Tips to Avoid the Overtraining Trap • Over 130 Race Fixtures for November 1 ISSUE 100 / November 2017 www . modernathlete . co . za R29.90 incl VAT Namibia N $ 29.90 9 780620 548526 17037 Elroy Gelant Nicholas Quenet Heading Back to the Track Tri Champ Puts Studies First New Content Sections – Road , Trail , Track & Multisport Brilliant First Year of Marathons Road Running ’ s New Sensation Ulrica Stander Thabang Mosiako Expert Advice , Essential Dates • Tips to Avoid the Overtraining Trap • Over 130 Race Fixtures for November SA ' s Biggest Running Publication And there ’ s more … While we have your attention and you ’ re on our website , you can also sign up for our weekly newsletter , which brings you great editorial content and links to upcoming races … and you can like us at www . facebook . com / modernathletemag ... and follow us on Twitter at @ modern _ athlete . 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Fighting Fit & Raring to Run Long Road to Success for SA ’ s Jumping Ace Kesa Molotsane Ashley Robinson Ruswahl Samaai Blind Marathoner ’ s World Record Goal Full January Racing Calendar – Road , Trail , Multisport & More Great Things Expected of Young Track Star Great Things Expected of Young Track Star Jenny Close Incredible Story of Blood Clot Miracle Jenny Close Incredible Story of Blood Clot Miracle Ashley Robinson Ashley Robinson Blind Marathoner ’ s World Record Goal Blind Marathoner ’ s World Record Goal Long Road to Success for SA ’ s Jumping Ace Long Road to Success for SA ’ s Jumping Ace Nicole Louw Nicole Louw Ruswahl Samaai Ruswahl Samaai Fighting Fit & Raring to Run Fighting Fit & Raring to Run Julian Karp Julian Karp www . modernathlete . co . za www . modernathlete . co . za ISSUE 102 / January 2018 ISSUE 102 / January 2018 Running Round The World … ( In Marathons ) Running Round The World … ( In Marathons ) Kesa Molotsane Kesa Molotsane Can She Build on a Breakthrough 2017 ? Can She Build on a Breakthrough 2017 ? ISSUE 103 FEBRUARY 2018 / www . modernathlete . co . za 38 The Tech The key technology you ’ ll find in Brooks shoes . Rounded Heel Brooks likes to include a slightly reduced , curved heel on its shoes , because this helps to align the body , by shifting the foot-strike contact point forward . As you hit the ground there is a greater clearance distance under the heel , which encourages a more efficient stride and reduces the stress on your body . Heel crash pad The Segmented Crash Pad is made up of fully-integrated shock absorbers to provide extra cushioning and the smoothest possible heel-to-toe transition , maximising the efficiency of every stride . As your foot strikes the ground , the segments work together to customise your individual foot transition . B rooks is originally an American company based in Seattle , Washington , that was founded in 1914 by John Brooks Goldenberg , and today the company ’ s products are available in 60 countries . The company has often been at the forefront of running shoe technology , notably in 1975 when it produced the first running shoe to use Ethylene Vinyl Acetate ( EVA ) in the midsole , and followed that up with the first shoe to feature a wedge to address overpronation . In 2010 Brooks DNA was unveiled , followed later by Super DNA , which provides customised cushioning that adapts to each runner ’ s gait , weight and pace . Besides technical innovation , Brooks has also been recognised for its environmentally-friendly initiatives . In 2006 , the company introduced MoGo , its new midsole technology , a revolutionary compound delivering a “ longer first feel ” without sacrificing stability . Later this was developed into BioMoGo , the world ’ s first biodegradable midsole and one of the most significant sustainable technologies to hit running footwear . Who Stocks them : You ’ ll find Brooks products in many of the leading sports retailers in South Africa , including Sportsmans Warehouse , Totalsports , The Sweat Shop , and various independent running retailer specialists . Web : http :// brooksrunningsa . co . za Midsole Super DNA is an adaptable midsole material that combines plushness with adaptability and provides 25 % more cushioning than BioMoGo DNA , and significantly more than standard midsole materials , while still maintaining the same energy return . Super DNA was developed to continuously tailor the level of cushioning to your specific needs – even as they change during the run – by adapting at molecular level to the specific force applied to it , like millions of tiny , resilient ‘ nanosprings .’ You get tailored cushioning that reacts to your specific weight , pace , gait , movement and running environment . Upper Using 3D Fit Print , a revolutionary process that uses screenprint technology to apply engineered structure to the upper , Brooks can construct an upper using four-way stretch Air Mesh , which feels soft and optimises breathability , and has a noticeable ability to stretch , but still maintains the shoe structure while ensuring a comfortable fit . It ’ s a seamless upper that is built for maximum comfort . Flex Grooves Brooks gives its shoes a superflexing forefoot by placing a series of parallel flex grooves in the front half of the road models . ( The trail models are just as flexible , but the flex lines are not always parallel lines .) Outsole With its Ideal Pressure Zones technology , Brooks has reshaped the outsole to evenly distribute and disperse pressure under your whole foot , from heel to mid-foot to forefoot . This eliminates potential ‘ hot spots ’ and provides a more comfortable and energy-efficient ride . Sockliner The inner sole BioMoGo sockliner is engineered to adapt to the pressure of your foot , thus shaping itself to fit your foot snugly and comfortably every run . 27 TRAIL RUNNING A tradition at the AfricanX Trailrun presented by Asics is the annual awarding of the Sanet Wentzel Spirit Trophy , presented to a runner or team that embodies the best spirit in the event . In 2011 , it was awarded to best friends Marianne Nelson and Cathy Taylor , who had taken on the gruelling event aged 66 and 67 , in spite of never having done any technical trail running before , let alone a three-day stage race ! Undaunted , Team Grannies not only coped with the tough trails , but finished each stage with beaming smiles , no matter how long they had been out there , and they received a standing ovation when they received the trophy . That ’ s when their fellow runners heard the real inspiration for their run : Tragically , both had lost a son in a car accident , and they had decided to run AfricanX in memory of their loved ones . Fast-forward to 2018 and Cathy is unfortunately no longer able to run trails following a broken ankle , but Marianne is still lining up most weekends for shorter trail races all around the greater Cape Town area . “ Naturally , that first AfricanX remains one of the highlights of my running career , and it triggered me to really get into trail running ,” says Marianne . “ After my son ’ s death , I wanted to get away from the competitiveness of road running , and I realised out in nature there is a more relaxed atmosphere . Also , the Western Cape really has some stunning trails , and every run is a highlight for me .” PLAY IT AGAIN And so , with her 75 th birthday coming up in December and her eyesight deteriorating – she now prefers to run just behind somebody that can guide her through the technical sections – Marianne decided this would be the last year she could attempt the AfricanX again . “ Year after year Cathy and I had said we wanted to do it again , but she unfortunately couldn ’ t , so I asked my friend Marlene Nel if she would run with me .” Entered as Team The Young and the Restlezz , they ran virtually every trail race on the calendar in the build-up to AfricanX , sometimes even two on a weekend , but Marianne admits they were still a bit worried about intermediate cut-off times for the various stages . “ I was worried that we wouldn ’ t make it , but in the end we actually ran quite comfortably . I think it was just so wonderful that a young woman like Marlene would be willing to run with me all that way , and the support from all the other runners was incredible . Every moment was precious , a wonderful experience , but best of all was coming in to finish day two and seeing Cathy waiting for me , and then having my husband Alan as well as my daughter and daughter-in-law waiting for me on day three . To be welcomed home by so many people who had shared this dream was a marvellous surprise , and I was just so full of emotion at realising I had done what I had dreamt of for so long .” RUNNING BACK TO HEALTH Remarkably , there is another aspect to this story . What nobody knew back in 2011 when the Grannies won the trophy was that both had only taken up walking in their mid-50s to combat serious medical conditions . Marianne had been diagnosed with severe osteoporosis in her back and feet , while Cathy had severe osteoarthritis , and the two met when they both joined Run / Walk for Life in Durbanville , under doctor ’ s orders to begin walking to strengthen their bones . Running was strictly forbidden ! The two became inseparable friends and quickly progressed from social walking to competitive race walking up to 20km on the road and 10,000m on the track , and by 2009 both had been awarded national Masters colours . They also began running , earning provincial colours in road and cross-country , and Marianne went on to run the Comrades twice , at age 60 / 61 , with her late son , Lafras . “ I never knew I would be able to do something like that , but thankfully they had extended the cut-off to 12 hours , otherwise I would never even have gone .” MAKING AN IMPRESSION As an incredible sidenote to this year ’ s AfricanX , Marianne and Marlene were training in the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve near Stellenbosch earlier this year , when they ran into a group of men also checking out the AfricanX route . One of these elites took one look at Marianne and shouted out , “ Granny !” That was Bernard Rukadza , who went on to win the AfricanX for the third time this year – he still remembered her from that 2011 race , and that shows just how much Marianne inspires those around her . Typically , her humble response to that is , “ I ’ m just happy doing nice trail runs each weekend . My bone density is now up around 80 %, and I want to show people that age is a state of mind , that if you put your mind to something , you can do anything !” Seven years after running her first three-day AfricanX Trailrun at the age of 67 , evergreen Marianne Nelson returned in 2018 to give the race another go , and by the end of the event she had once again captivated the hearts of all who were there . – BY SEAN FALCONER ONE MORE TIME Images : Marlene Nel & Tobias Ginsberg ISSUE 107 JUNE 2018 / www . modernathlete . co . za 38 GAUTENG CENTRAL GAUTENG Friday 1 June K-Way Serengeti 15km , 10km & 5km Night Trail Run , Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate , Kempton Park , 7pm , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Nissan the Glen Over the Moon Trail Run 10km & 5km , Rietvlei Zoo Farm , 101 Swartkoppies Road , Mulbarton , Johannesburg South , 7pm , Leigh Barnsley , 060 874 1039 Saturday 2 June MTN Half Marathon , 10km & 5km , MTN Innovation Centre , 216 14th Avenue , Fairlands , 7am , Sfiso Vilakazi 083 212 3894 Hollard JURA Trail Run 12km & 6km , Marks Park Sports Club , Judith Road , Emmarentia , Randburg , Batches start from 8am ( 12 ) & 8:40am ( 6 ), Race Organiser 082 566 4605 Wednesday 6 June Kinetic Night Trail Run 8km & 4km , Parkview Golf Club , Emmarentia Avenue , Parkview , 7:30pm & 7:40pm , Heidi Muller 082 564 6468 Saturday 9 June Cell C Day of Races 5km Powered by Reebok , Roosevelt High School Sports Grounds , Thibault Street , Roosevelt Park , Johannesburg , Various starting waves , Mehlo Hlabangane 082 990 9470 Velocity 32km , 12km & 5km Trail Run , Central Park Trails , Arden Road , Modderfontein , 8:30am , Ruan Botes 063 686 7315 Sunday 10 June Zoo Trot 10km & 5km , Centenary Lawn , Johannesburg Zoo , Upper Park Drive , 7:30am , Lebogang Mathope 011 712 6817 ( w ) Beaulieu Challenge 12km & 6km Trail Run , Riversands Farm , Rose Road , Knopjeslaagte , Midrand , 8am & 8:15am , Kirsty Searle 083 326 6721 Shift Winter Trail Series # 2 13km , 8km & 5km , Walter Sisulu Garden , Malcolm Road , Roodepoort , 8am , Race Organiser 061 907 0063 Friday 16 June Striders Youth Day Half Marathon & 5km , Kagiso Sports Complex , Botes Avenue , Kagiso , Krugersdorp , 7am , Dithapelo Tumane 072 072 4251 Saturday 23 June Mark White Nissan Trail Run 18km , 10km & 5km , Warthog Lodge , on R560 near Magaliesberg , 7:45am , 8am & 8:15am , More info : Nina @ myroadlesstravelled . co . za Sunday 24 June Race Against Cancer Half Marathon , 10km & 5km , Orlando Rugby Ground , 8am , Sibongile Maruto 078 445 0249 Tuesday 26 June Benoni Country Club Night 10km & 5km POSTPONED Friday 29 June Rockies Zoo Lake Fun Run 8km & 4km , Zoo Lake Sports Club , Westwold Way , Parkwood , 5pm , Saul Levin 083 326 0848 Saturday 30 June Run with Mapaseka 5km Series , Nike Stadium , Klipspruit , Soweto , 8am , Race Organiser 078 445 0249 GAUTENG NORTH Saturday 2 June Silver Lakes Race of Faith 15km , 10km & 5.5km , Silver Oaks Crossing , cnr Von Backstrom Boulevard , Willow Acres , Pretoria , 7am , Daan du Toit 082 572 4169 Hatfield Christian School Run 10km & 5km , Hatfield Christian School , Hatfield , Pretoria , 8am , More info : www . jumpertrax . com Sunday 3 June The Zoo Gallop 10km & 5km , Pretoria Zoo , 8am , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Wednesday 6 June Jackal Night Run 10km & 5km , Copperleaf Country Club , Ernie Els Boulevard , Centurion , 7pm , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Saturday 9 June Executive Mayor Race 10km & 5km , Giant Stadium , Soshanguve , 7am , Mmapule Raborife 082 774 3202 Winter Walkies 10km & 5km , Pretoria Zoo , 9am , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Sunday 10 June Brewski Trail Series 21km , 15km , 10km & 5km , Smuts Irene River , Jan Smuts Avenue , Centurion , 8am , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Actionman Trail Run 10km & 5km , Tierpoort Adventure Farm , Tierboskat Street , Tierpoort , 7:30am & 8am , Jaco 081 320 8924 Wednesday 13 June Botanical Gardens 10km & 5km , Pretoria National Botanical Gardens , 7pm , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Saturday 16 June Take 5 Team Relay Pretoria 5x5km PLUS 3x5km Walk Relay , Rietondale Park , North Road , Rietondale , Pretoria , 8am , Event Organiser 0870970011 Infinity 24 / 12 / 6 Hour Spirit of Trail Festival Trail Run , Rosemary Hill , Pretoria East , 10am ( 24H & 12H ) & 2pm ( 6H ), Debbie Aggenbag 083 294 5260 Cowhouse Trail Run Series 30km , 15km , 10km & 5km Farm Run , Cowhouse Market , Silverlakes Road extension ( past Curro ), Hazeldean , Pretoria East , 4pm , Evelyn Botha 083 669 8588 Sunday 17 June Cyclone , 21km , 15km , 8km & 5km , Rock Falls Ranch , Pretoria , 8am , Shane Gouldie 082 332 9552 Wednesday 20 June RACE CALENDAR JUNE 2018 South African runners really are blessed with a terrific race calendar , with so many great races to do , so check out these events for the coming month , including road and trail runs as well as other running disciplines , and make your racing plans ! – BY TOM COTTRELL , LAUREN SMITHERS & SEAN FALCONER Images : David Tarpey , Reg Caldecott , Sean Falconer & Courtesy CMA Comrades Marathon , KwaZulu-Natal , 10 June Cell C Day of Races 5km Powered by Reebok , Gauteng , 9 June Hey June , Let ’ s Race Hey June , Let ’ s Race 41 RACE MANAGEMENT FROM START TO FINISH www . peaktiming . co . za | info @ peaktiming . co . za | Grant 082 468 0195 Online Entries | Race Office | Race Marketing | Live Timing and Results SELECTED UPCOMING EVENTS : 10 th - 12 th Aug 2018 4 th Aug 2018 2 nd Sep 2018 4 th Nov 2018 Liberty Challenge Road & MTB cycle race Ritchie , 8am , Jenny Uys 082 834 8499 NORTH WEST CAPE No races scheduled for this period NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES NAMIBIA Saturday 2 June Victory Series 21.1km & 5km , Oshakati POSTPONED TO 28 JULY Sunday 3 June X-Trail Team Challenge 16km & 7km , Khomas Hochland Farm , Godeis ( 70km west of Windhoek ), Time TBA , Organiser + 264 ( 0 ) 81 673 9818 Saturday 16 June Victory Series 21.1km & 5km , Venita Stadium , Swakopmund , 7am , Old Mutual + 264 ( 0 ) 61 299 3249 Run For Education 21km , 10km & 5km , Windhoek , Time & Contact person TBC Saturday 23 June Jockey Run , Pioneers Park , Wanderers , Windhoek , 6pm , Sunette Burden + 264 ( 0 ) 81 122 7620 Southern Region Marathon Champs , Swakopmund CANCELLED Saturday 30 June Rubbish Run 21km & 10km , Windhoek , Time TBC , Charles + 264 ( 0 ) 81 124 9471 Charity Run 21km & 5km , Ohahandja , Time & Contact TBC Fish River Challenge 100km Ultra & 65km Lite , Ai-Ais , Fish River Canyon , More info : http :// africanextremepromotions . com ORIENTEERING Sunday 3 June Gauteng Bush Event # 3 – Long Distance , B ’ sorah Farm , Broederstroom , North West , Time TBC , ROC : Nick Cooper 074 188 9250 Friday 15 June Gauteng Champs – Middle Distance , Maretlwane , Magaliesberg , North West , RACO : Roger Blane 083 306 9161 Saturday 16 June Gauteng Champs – Sprint Distance , inc . SA Sprint Distance Champs , Lebone , Rustenburg , RACO : Roger Blane 083 306 9161 Sunday 17 June Gauteng Champs – Long Distance , Maretlwane , Magaliesberg , North West , RACO : Roger Blane 083 306 9161 Sunday 24 June Gauteng Rogaine Event , B ’ sorah Farm , Magaliesberg , North West , ROC : Nick Cooper 074 188 9250 OBSTACLE RACING Saturday 2 June Waterra # 2 , Elite 15km ( 30 obstacles ), 7km ( 20 ), Family 5km ( 20 ) & Juniya Hero 800m ( laps ), Infinite Adventures , Wootton Ave , Bothas Hill , Hillcrest , KwaZulu-Natal , From 8am , More info : www . waterra . co . za Runstacles 4km , Cape Town Ostrich Ranch , Van Schoorsdrif Road , off N7 , Philadelphia , Western Cape , 8:30am , The Grind HQ 021 813 9282 ( w ) Saturday 9 June Actionman OCR # 3 10km & 5km , Tierpoort Adventure Farm , Tierboskat Street , Tierpoort , Gauteng , Batches from 8:30am ( 10km ) & 11:00 ( 5km ), Jaco 081 320 8924 Runstacles 4km , Cape Town Ostrich Ranch , Van Schoorsdrif Road , off N7 , Philadelphia , Western Cape , 8:30am , The Grind HQ 021 813 9282 ( w ) Obstacle Wars # 4 Lumo Night 2km , Winston Park , Vian Park , Gillits , 5pm . More info TBC Sunday 10 June Actionwoman OCR # 1 5km , Tierpoort Adventure Farm , Tierboskat Street , Tierpoort , Gauteng , Batches from 10:30am to 12:00pm , Jaco 081 320 8924 Saturday 16 June Impi Challenge # 2 - KZN , Elite 20km ( 26 obstacles ), Challenge 10km ( 18 ), Dash 5km ( 11 ) & Mini 1km ( 8 ), Virginia Trails , Eston , KwaZulu-Natal , 6:30am , Impi Office 087 012 5044 Runstacles 4km , Cape Town Ostrich Ranch , Van Schoorsdrif Road , off N7 , Philadelphia , Western Cape , 8:30am , The Grind HQ 021 813 9282 ( w ) Friday 22 June Jump City Urban Challenge Durban Night 9km , ( 24 obstacles ), Ushaka Marine World , Durban , KwaZulu-Natal , 5:30pm , www . jumpcitychallenge . com Saturday 23 June Runstacles 4km , Cape Town Ostrich Ranch , Van Schoorsdrif Road , off N7 , Philadelphia , Western Cape , 8:30am , The Grind HQ 021 813 9282 ( w ) Saturday 30 June Runstacles 4km , Cape Town Ostrich Ranch , Van Schoorsdrif Road , off N7 , Philadelphia , Western Cape , 8:30am , The Grind HQ 021 813 9282 ( w ) MULTISPORT Saturday 2 June Free State Duathlon Champs , Standard 10km / 40km / 5km , Sprint 5km / 20km / 2.5km & Super Sprint 2.5km / 10km / 2.5km , Maselspoort , Bloemfontein , Free State , 9am , Free State Triathlon 073 718 5427 Sunday 3 June Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3 Durban , Suncoast Casino and UShaka World , Durban , KwaZulu-Natal , 7:10am , Race Office 041 581 7990 ( w ) ADVENTURE RACING Sunday 10 June Kinetic Adventure 25km , Run / MTB / kayak / obstacles , Teams of two , Emmarentia , Johannesburg , Gauteng , Heidi Muller 082 564 6468 RACE CALENDAR This Race Calendar has been compiled with the help of Tom Cottrell , author and publisher of the Nedbank Runner ’ s Guide to Road and Off-road Races in South Africa . Now in its 27 th edition , the Runner ’ s Guide is an essential companion for every racer in SA , providing valuable info including venues , start times , route descriptions and everything else you may want to know about a race . THANKS , TOM & NEDBANK Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3 Durban , KwaZulu-Natal , 3 June