RACING » WESTERN CAPE
Mountain biking, trail
running and jumping
off cliffs were all on the
agenda for Big 6 women’s
winner Vicky van der
Merwe (below).
he Walker Bay Xtreme is one of my
favourite events on the multisport
calendar – I love its location, the mix of
events that cater to athletes of all abilities, and
the fantastic vibe.
I’ve been lucky enough to travel to more than
40 different countries (mostly for racing), yet
for me, nothing beats South Africa. Hermanus
must be one of the most beautiful coastal
towns in the world and is my favourite weekend
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getaway destination. It’s only an hour’s drive
from where I live in Stellenbosch, and it offers
so much: sea, mountain, well-maintained trails,
fantastic restaurants and welcoming locals.
It’s the perfect setting for an active family
weekend! It’s also fantastic to see how local
businesses get involved and support the WBX.
Then there’s the event, or should I say events.
There really is something for everyone over
the weekend, from a Strongman competition
Vicky van der Merwe spent a
weekend in Hermanus for a
family festival of adventure at the
Walker Bay Xtreme – where she
successfully defended her title as
Big 6 women’s champion.