RUN THE PLANET
46 RUNNING WILD
The Howick pair who ran 35 marathons in 35 days to raise funds for charity
56 A STELLIES JOL
The Versus Road Run Party lived up to its name on a challenging 21km route
60 MADE FOR EXTREME ADVENTURE
A Saffa athlete reports back on the brutal beauty of Chile’ s Patagonman
76 A TRANSCENDENT JOURNEY
Three trail runners set a FKT across the magical slopes of the Amathole
92 THROUGH FLOWING SANDS
The Ultra Gobi 400km delivers an unforgettable journey across China
102 LEGEND, BRU
Looking back over 50 years of the Discovery Surfers Challenge
110 CLIMB ANY MOUNTAIN
The Everesting founder gives his take on the ultimate climbing challenge
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114 PUSHING LIMITS IN NO-MAN’ S LAND
The relentless Sani Pass sets the scene for a Double Everesting attempt
124 THE JOYOUS BIG C
A cancer survivor reports back on the glorious challenge that is Comrades
128 IN THE SHADOW OF KILIMANJARO
Incredible views and cheering crowds offset the brutal hills around Moshi
140 50 TOP RACES
Fill your racing calendar with these exciting events still to come in 2025
TECH TESTED
30 SHOES TO CHOOSE OR LOSE
Find your fit, from carbon-plated racers to cushioned mileage munchers
74 USEFUL STUFF
Gadgets to make life easier when you’ re racking up the fitness miles
100 FINDING COMFORT
Shoes and apparel wear-tested
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