13-17 December 2023
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About The LoFER
The LoFER is a collection of endurance ultra runs designed to introduce runners to the joys of ultra running in wild and beautiful areas (and believe us, this area is spectacularly beautiful!)
The routes for the race consist of mostly forestry road and jeep track, with a sprinkling of single track, so are very runnable.
The LoFER Mini 50km & LoFER Micro 30km routes will share a small portion of the main LoFER route before branching off to establish their own unique identies as races.
All 200 Mile, 100 Mile, 50 Mile & 50km runners will bag the peak of Blouberg, which at ~810m above sea level, is one of the highest peaks in the area.
200 Mile and 100 Mile runners will also summit Elandsberg, the highest peak on the course.
NOTE: 30km runners will not summit Blouberg.
The evolution of the race
The idea for the LoFER first came about over a beer or two one evening (as these ideas usually do), when trail running mates Sian O’Keeffe (Live Adventure) and Andy Wesson (Andy Wesson Consulting) were chatting about good areas to train in near Port Elizabeth.
Andy showed Sian a roughly 80km loop he had mapped out in the Longmore Forest Reserve, specifically designed to cross enough fresh water points in the area to allow for maximum self sufficiency while doing long training runs.
SIan said to Andy - “well … 80kms is half of 160kms … what if we did a 2 loop 100 Mile race - we run one loop in 1 direction, the second in the opposite directi0n - kind of like Leadville, but as a loop instead of a straight out and back?”
And so the idea for the Longmore Forest Endurance Run (aka the LoFER) was born …
For the first 2 editions this was the format for the 100 Mile race. The 50 Mile race simply did 1 loop of the course, and the 30km and 50km races also share part of the loop.
And then Sian started getting requests to add a 200 Mile distance in …
Which in turn led to us having to rethink the concept. (I mean … 4 loops of the same course would just get boring right?)
And so together we reworked the race, redesigned the course, and are excited to launch the new format of the LoFER in 2023.
The 100 MIle race is now a single 100 Mie loop race. It is without a doubt going to be a tougher challenge to finish, and is certainly going to test your endurance!
The 200 Mile raace will follow the old format of the 100 Mile race - 2 loops of the 100 Mile course, run in different directions.
See what our inaugural 2021 runnners had to say about the LoFER!
Race Village & Accommodation
Race Village & Accommodation
We will be building a race village at the Longmore Forestry Station.
All races will start and end here, and we hope to have an amazing race vibe across the race weekend.
Tented accommodation for 2 people (canvas dome tent with 2 x beds, mattresses & all bedding), tent only for 2 people (supply own bedding & mattress), or empty camping site for 2 people (bring your own tent) are available in the race village.
Stay with us and immerse yourself in the race village vibe of the LoFER!
Camping options are limited, so click the button below to book yours before they are all gone!
LoFER Race Village
Race village and race start/finish at the Longmore Forestry Station
Race Weekend Itinerary
Wed 13 December
10:00 to 12:30 - 200 Mile Race Registration
13:00 - Race briefing 200 Mile
14:00 - 200 Mile Race Start
Friday 15 December
12:00 to 19:00 - Race Registration
19:30 - Race briefing 100 Mile
20:00 - 100 Mile Race Start
Saturday 16 December
04:45 - Race briefing 50 Mile
05:00 - 50 Mile Race Start
05:45 - Race briefing 50km
06:00 - 50km Race Start
06:45 - Race briefing 30km
07:00 - 30km Race Start
12:00 - Prize giving 50km race
14:00 - 100 Mile mid race Cutoff (CP5)
14:00 - 30km final cutoff
18:00 - 50km final cutoff
23:00 - 50 Mile final cutoff
Sunday 17 December
08:00 - 200 Mile & 100 Mile final cutoff
10:00 - Buckle ceremony & prizegiving
The Races
200 Mile - LoFER Maxi
The 200 Mile course is made up of 2 x 101 Mile (162km) loops.
Each loop starts and ends at the Longmore Forestry station.
Runners will run the first loop in an anti-clockwise direction, and the second loop in a clockwise direction.
There are 21 checkpoints on the course.
Total Distance: ~202 Miles (~324km)
Time Allocated: 90 hours
Pacers Allowed: Yes - only on the 2nd 100 mile loop, from 90km to go or from 30km to go
Total Elevation Gain: ~10400 meters
Race Rules
Only official participants displaying their race numbers are allowed on the route. The race numbers must be worn at all times and must be clearly visible.
Pacer runners may be allowed - we will make a final determination on this once we have finalised the route.
Pacer runners will incur a R250 additional fee above your race entry. This can be paid at registration on race weekend. If your pacer requires extraction from the route, this will incur a R250 extraction fee to be paid in cash when the pacer is returned to the finish line.
Other than the participant’s race number, personal advertising is permitted on clothing provided that it is not in conflict with any of our official sponsors.
It is compulsory that participants run with drinking bottles or bladder and carry a minimum of 1 litre of water between Check Points.
It is mandatory to run with a small race pack or vest. These water bottles and bladders can be filled at the Check Points, which are situated ~16kms apart.
Water will not be handed out in sachets.
Each participant must carry a headlamp (plus at least 1 set of spare batteries). Any participant found running in the dark without a working headlamp will be withdrawn from the event.
The route will be clearly marked. At any intersection there will be a marker board with an arrow to show the way. The entire route must be completed to finish the race.
If for any reason a participant leaves the marked route, he/she must return to the point of departure by foot. Any participant deliberately running off the route will be disqualified.
This event is a foot race and the entire route must be traversed by foot. Any participant with a disability of any kind that would require a form of mechanical device is to bring this to the attention of the race organisers for approval. Walking poles may be used.
Except in an emergency, no assistance may be accepted by any participant between Check Points.
If any emergency assistance is received between Check Points, this must be brought to the attention of the Check Point Captain at the next Check Point.
Each participant must make sure that he/she has been checked in and out of each Check Point.
Any form of litter or destruction of the natural habitat will result in immediate disqualification. Nothing at all may be discarded between Check Points i.e. food wrappings, empty gel packs etc.
Any interference with another participant will result in disqualification.
All participants must sign their registration forms and collect their race number, timing chip and tracker at Registration at the Longmore Forestry Station between 10:00 and 12:30 on Wednesday 13th December 2023.
Mandatory kit inspection will also take place here, so please ensure you bring your race vest/pack with all required items. If you do not have the required items you will not be allowed to start the race.
Race start time for the 200 Mile is 14:00 on Wednesday 13 December.
Cutoffs are still TBD once the route has been finalised.
Final cut off time for the 200 Mile event is 08:00am on Sunday 18 December. Entrants will have 90 hrs to complete the course.
Smoking is not permitted for the duration of the event.
Required Gear List
Compulsory Item Checklist
Runners are required to have the following with them at all times along the route:
- a small waist/back pack to carry two drinking bottles or a bladder (minimum of 1 litre capacity).
- emergency whistle
- fully charged mobile phone (keep in flight mode or switch off to conserve battery)
- full water proof jacket (taped seams & hood)
- long sleeve mid layer / fleece
- buff/beanie
- compression bandage / strapping
- space blanket
- reusable/plastic cup - no cup, no race
- torch/headlamp & 1 set of fresh batteries (1 in the torch/headlamp, and 1 spare)
- medical info card (provided in your race pack) – should a medic have to treat you in an emergency oout on the course, having your basic medical information on hand (blood type, allergies, medical aid no, emergency contact) is essential. Keep this in a ziploc bag in your pack.
You will be required to have all these items at registration. We will make a call on the day regarding what the final list of carried items will be, based on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
Recommended Gear List
The following items are recommended to be in your pack.
- GPS (handheld or watch) with race route pre-loaded
- running peak or cap
- hiking / trekking poles
- sunglasses
- sun screen (IMPORTANT!)
- ziplock bags
- wet wipes
- microfibre towel
- vaseline / anti-chafe cream
- dettol (disinfectant)
- superglue
- zip ties
- a more substantial first aid kit (sterile dressings, roll of strapping tape, blister care patches, antiseptic wipes, painkillers, and any relevant personal medications)
100 Mile - LoFER
The new 100 Mile course is now a single 162km loop.
The race starts and ends at the Longmore Forestry station.
Runners will run the loop in a clockwise direction.
There will be a total of 10 checkpoints.
Total Distance: ~101 Miles (~162km)
Time Allocated: 36 hours
Pacers Allowed: Yes - from 90km to go or from 30km to go
Total Elevation Gain: ~5200 meters
Course records (OLD COURSE): MEN - 24:33:44 - Nic De Beer (2021) | LADIES - 27:38:09 - Rene Volgraaf (2021)
Race Rules
Only official participants displaying their race numbers are allowed on the route. The race numbers must be worn at all times and must be clearly visible.
Pacer runners are also allowed. You can have a maximum of 2 pacer runners. Your pacer can join you at the half way point (80kms), or from CP8 which is about 30kms from the end. Pacer runners will also carry a Pacer bib that must be displayed at all times. In the event you have 2 pacers, the bib must be handed over from one to the next. If you want to have a pacer from CP8, your crew will need at minimum a 2×4 Difflock enabled SUV/Bakkie to get your pacer to CP8.
Pacer runners will incur a R250 additional fee above your race entry. This can be paid at registration on race weekend. If your pacer requires extraction from the route, this will incur a R250 extraction fee to be paid in cash when the pacer is returned to the finish line.
Other than the participant’s race number, personal advertising is permitted on clothing provided that it is not in conflict with any of our official sponsors.
It is compulsory that participants run with drinking bottles or bladder and carry a minimum of 1 litre of water between Check Points.
It is mandatory to run with a small race pack or vest. These water bottles and bladders can be filled at the Check Points, which are situated ~16kms apart.
Water will not be handed out in sachets.
Each participant must carry a headlamp (plus at least 1 set of spare batteries). Any participant found running in the dark without a working headlamp will be withdrawn from the event.
The route will be clearly marked. At any intersection there will be a marker board with an arrow to show the way. The entire route must be completed to finish the race.
If for any reason a participant leaves the marked route, he/she must return to the point of departure by foot. Any participant deliberately running off the route will be disqualified.
This event is a foot race and the entire route must be traversed by foot. Any participant with a disability of any kind that would require a form of mechanical device is to bring this to the attention of the race organisers for approval. Walking poles may be used.
Except in an emergency, no assistance may be accepted by any participant between Check Points.
If any emergency assistance is received between Check Points, this must be brought to the attention of the Check Point Captain at the next Check Point.
Each participant must make sure that he/she has been checked in and out of each Check Point.
Any form of litter or destruction of the natural habitat will result in immediate disqualification. Nothing at all may be discarded between Check Points i.e. food wrappings, empty gel packs etc.
Any interference with another participant will result in disqualification.
All participants must sign their registration forms and collect their race number, timing chip and tracker at Registration at the Longmore Forestry Station between 12:00 and 19:00 on Friday 15th December 2023.
Mandatory kit inspection will also take place here, so please ensure you bring your race vest/pack with all required items. If you do not have the required items you will not be allowed to start the race.
Race start time for the 100 Mile is 20:00 on Friday 15 December.
There is a cutoff at 14:00 on Sat 16 December at checkpoint 5. If you do not make the cutoff, you will be withdrawn from the race as you will not be able to finish the race in the allocated time.
Final cut off time for the 100 Mile event is 08:00am on Sunday 17 December. Entrants will have 36 hrs to complete the course.
Smoking is not permitted for the duration of the event.
Required Gear List
Compulsory Item Checklist
Runners are required to have the following with them at all times along the route:
- a small waist/back pack to carry two drinking bottles or a bladder (minimum of 1 litre capacity).
- emergency whistle
- fully charged mobile phone (keep in flight mode or switch off to conserve battery)
- full water proof jacket (taped seams & hood)
- long sleeve mid layer / fleece
- buff/beanie
- compression bandage / strapping
- space blanket
- reusable/plastic cup - no cup, no race
- torch/headlamp & 1 set of fresh batteries (1 in the torch/headlamp, and 1 spare)
- medical info card (provided in your race pack) – should a medic have to treat you in an emergency oout on the course, having your basic medical information on hand (blood type, allergies, medical aid no, emergency contact) is essential. Keep this in a ziploc bag in your pack.
You will be required to have all these items at registration. We will make a call on the day regarding what the final list of carried items will be, based on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
Recommended Gear List
The following items are recommended to be in your pack.
- GPS (handheld or watch) with race route pre-loaded
- running peak or cap
- hiking / trekking poles
- sunglasses
- sun screen (IMPORTANT!)
- ziplock bags
- wet wipes
- microfibre towel
- vaseline / anti-chafe cream
- dettol (disinfectant)
- superglue
- zip ties
- a more substantial first aid kit (sterile dressings, roll of strapping tape, blister care patches, antiseptic wipes, painkillers, and any relevant personal medications)
50 Mile - LoFER Lite
The 50 Mile course is made up of 1 x 50 Mile (80km) loop.
The loop starts and ends at the Longmore Forestry station.
Runners will run the loop in a clockwise direction.
There will be a total of 4 checkpoints, spaced roughly 16kms apart.
Total Distance: ~50 Miles (~80km)
Time Allocated: 18 hours
Pacers Allowed: No
Total Elevation Gain: ~2500 meters
Course records: MEN - 09:58:17 - Graham Eshmade (2021) | LADIES - 15:07:35 - Claire Gebhardt (2021)
Race Rules
Only official participants displaying their race numbers are allowed on the route. The race numbers must be worn at all times and must be clearly visible.
Other than the participant’s race number, personal advertising is permitted on clothing provided that it is not in conflict with any of our official sponsors.
It is compulsory that participants run with drinking bottles or bladder and carry a minimum of 1 litre of water between Check Points.
It is mandatory to run with a small race pack or vest. These water bottles and bladders can be filled at the Check Points, which are situated ~16kms apart.
Water will not be handed out in sachets.
Each participant must carry a headlamp (plus at least 1 set of spare batteries). Any participant found running in the dark without a working headlamp will be withdrawn from the event.
The route will be clearly marked. At any intersection there will be a marker board with an arrow to show the way. The entire route must be completed to finish the race.
If for any reason a participant leaves the marked route, he/she must return to the point of departure by foot. Any participant deliberately running off the route will be disqualified.
This event is a foot race and the entire route must be traversed by foot. Any participant with a disability of any kind that would require a form of mechanical device is to bring this to the attention of the race organisers for approval. Walking poles may be used.
Except in an emergency, no assistance may be accepted by any participant between Check Points.
If any emergency assistance is received between Check Points, this must be brought to the attention of the Check Point Captain at the next Check Point.
Each participant must make sure that he/she has been checked in and out of each Check Point.
Any form of litter or destruction of the natural habitat will result in immediate disqualification. Nothing at all may be discarded between Check Points i.e. food wrappings, empty gel packs etc.
Any interference with another participant will result in disqualification.
All participants must sign their registration forms and collect their race number, timing chip and tracker at Registration at the Longmore Forestry Station between 12:00 and 19:00 on Friday 15th December 2023.
Mandatory kit inspection will also take place here, so please ensure you bring your race vest/pack with all required items. If you do not have the required items you will not be allowed to start the race.
Race start time for the 50 Mile is 05:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Final cut off time for the 50 Mile event is 23:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Entrants will have 18 hrs to complete the course.
Smoking is not permitted for the duration of the event.
Required Gear List
Compulsory Item Checklist
Runners are required to have the following with them at all times along the route:
- a small waist/back pack to carry two drinking bottles or a bladder (minimum of 1 litre capacity).
- emergency whistle
- fully charged mobile phone (keep in flight mode or switch off to conserve battery)
- full water proof jacket (taped seams & hood)
- long sleeve mid layer / fleece
- buff/beanie
- compression bandage / strapping
- space blanket
- reusable/plastic cup - no cup, no race
- torch/headlamp & 1 set of fresh batteries (1 in the torch/headlamp, and 1 spare)
- medical info card (provided in your race pack) – should a medic have to treat you in an emergency oout on the course, having your basic medical information on hand (blood type, allergies, medical aid no, emergency contact) is essential. Keep this in a ziploc bag in your pack.
You will be required to have all these items at registration. We will make a call on the day regarding what the final list of carried items will be, based on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
Recommended Gear List
The following items are recommended to be in your pack.
- GPS (handheld or watch) with race route pre-loaded
- running peak or cap
- hiking / trekking poles
- sunglasses
- sun screen (IMPORTANT!)
- ziplock bags
- wet wipes
- microfibre towel
- vaseline / anti-chafe cream
- dettol (disinfectant)
- superglue
- zip ties
- a more substantial first aid kit (sterile dressings, roll of strapping tape, blister care patches, antiseptic wipes, painkillers, and any relevant personal medications)
50 Km - LoFER Mini
The 50 Km course is made up of 1 x 50 km loop.
The loop starts and ends at the Longmore Forestry station.
Runners will run the loop in an anti-clockwise direction.
There will be a total of 3 checkpoints on the course.
Total Distance: ~50 km
Time Allocated: 12 hours
Pacers Allowed: No
Total Elevation Gain: ~1850 meters
Course records: MEN - 04:57:17 - Thatho Kabedi (2021) | LADIES - 05:57:27 - Amri Williamson (2021)
Race Rules
Only official participants displaying their race numbers are allowed on the route. The race numbers must be worn at all times and must be clearly visible.
Other than the participant’s race number, personal advertising is permitted on clothing provided that it is not in conflict with any of our official sponsors.
It is compulsory that participants run with drinking bottles or bladder and carry a minimum of 1 litre of water between Check Points.
It is mandatory to run with a small race pack or vest. These water bottles and bladders can be filled at the Check Points, which are situated ~16kms apart.
Water will not be handed out in sachets.
Each participant must carry a headlamp (plus at least 1 set of spare batteries). Any participant found running in the dark without a working headlamp will be withdrawn from the event.
The route will be clearly marked. At any intersection there will be a marker board with an arrow to show the way. The entire route must be completed to finish the race.
If for any reason a participant leaves the marked route, he/she must return to the point of departure by foot. Any participant deliberately running off the route will be disqualified.
This event is a foot race and the entire route must be traversed by foot. Any participant with a disability of any kind that would require a form of mechanical device is to bring this to the attention of the race organisers for approval. Walking poles may be used.
Except in an emergency, no assistance may be accepted by any participant between Check Points.
If any emergency assistance is received between Check Points, this must be brought to the attention of the Check Point Captain at the next Check Point.
Each participant must make sure that he/she has been checked in and out of each Check Point.
Any form of litter or destruction of the natural habitat will result in immediate disqualification. Nothing at all may be discarded between Check Points i.e. food wrappings, empty gel packs etc.
Any interference with another participant will result in disqualification.
All participants must sign their registration forms and collect their race number and timing chip at Registration at the Longmore Forestry Station between 12:00 and 19:00 on Friday 15th December 2023.
Mandatory kit inspection will also take place here, so please ensure you bring your race vest/pack with all required items. If you do not have the required items you will not be allowed to start the race.
Race start time for the 50 Km is 06:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Final cut off time for the 50 Km event is 18:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Entrants will have 12 hrs to complete the course.
Smoking is not permitted for the duration of the event.
Required Gear List
Compulsory Item Checklist
Runners are required to have the following with them at all times along the route:
- a small waist/back pack to carry two drinking bottles or a bladder (minimum of 1 litre capacity).
- emergency whistle
- fully charged mobile phone (keep in flight mode or switch off to conserve battery)
- full water proof jacket (taped seams & hood)
- long sleeve mid layer / fleece
- buff/beanie
- compression bandage / strapping
- space blanket
- reusable/plastic cup - no cup, no race
- torch/headlamp & 1 set of fresh batteries (1 in the torch/headlamp, and 1 spare)
- medical info card (provided in your race pack) – should a medic have to treat you in an emergency oout on the course, having your basic medical information on hand (blood type, allergies, medical aid no, emergency contact) is essential. Keep this in a ziploc bag in your pack.
You will be required to have all these items at registration. We will make a call on the day regarding what the final list of carried items will be, based on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
Recommended Gear
The following items are recommended to be in your pack.
- GPS (handheld or watch) with race route pre-loaded
- running peak or cap
- hiking / trekking poles
- sunglasses
- sun screen (IMPORTANT!)
- ziplock bags
- wet wipes
- microfibre towel
- vaseline / anti-chafe cream
- dettol (disinfectant)
- superglue
- zip ties
- a more substantial first aid kit (sterile dressings, roll of strapping tape, blister care patches, antiseptic wipes, painkillers, and any relevant personal medications)
30 Km - LoFER Micro
The 30 Km course is made up of 1 x 30 km loop.
The loop starts and ends at the Longmore Forestry station.
Runners will run the loop in an anti-clockwise direction.
There will be a total of 1 checkpoint on the course.
Total Distance: ~30 km
Time Allocated: 7 hours
Pacers Allowed: No
Total Elevation Gain: ~1050 meters
Course records: MEN - 03:07:25 - Josh Baynes (2021) | LADIES - 03:29:06 - Nelia Jacobs (2021)
Race Rules
Only official participants displaying their race numbers are allowed on the route. The race numbers must be worn at all times and must be clearly visible.
Other than the participant’s race number, personal advertising is permitted on clothing provided that it is not in conflict with any of our official sponsors.
It is compulsory that participants run with drinking bottles or bladder and carry a minimum of 1 litre of water between Check Points.
It is mandatory to run with a small race pack or vest. These water bottles and bladders can be filled at the Check Points, which are situated ~16kms apart.
Water will not be handed out in sachets.
Each participant must carry a headlamp (plus at least 1 set of spare batteries). Any participant found running in the dark without a working headlamp will be withdrawn from the event.
The route will be clearly marked. At any intersection there will be a marker board with an arrow to show the way. The entire route must be completed to finish the race.
If for any reason a participant leaves the marked route, he/she must return to the point of departure by foot. Any participant deliberately running off the route will be disqualified.
This event is a foot race and the entire route must be traversed by foot. Any participant with a disability of any kind that would require a form of mechanical device is to bring this to the attention of the race organisers for approval. Walking poles may be used.
Except in an emergency, no assistance may be accepted by any participant between Check Points.
If any emergency assistance is received between Check Points, this must be brought to the attention of the Check Point Captain at the next Check Point.
Each participant must make sure that he/she has been checked in and out of each Check Point.
Any form of litter or destruction of the natural habitat will result in immediate disqualification. Nothing at all may be discarded between Check Points i.e. food wrappings, empty gel packs etc.
Any interference with another participant will result in disqualification.
All participants must sign their registration forms and collect their race number and timing chip at Registration at the Longmore Forestry Station between 12:00 and 19:00 on Friday 15th December 2023.
Mandatory kit inspection will also take place here, so please ensure you bring your race vest/pack with all required items. If you do not have the required items you will not be allowed to start the race.
Race start time for the 30 Km is 07:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Final cut off time for the 30 Km event is 14:00 on Saturday 16 December.
Entrants will have 7 hrs to complete the course.
Smoking is not permitted for the duration of the event.
Required Gear List
Compulsory Item Checklist
Runners are required to have the following with them at all times along the route:
- a small waist/back pack to carry two drinking bottles or a bladder (minimum of 1 litre capacity).
- emergency whistle
- fully charged mobile phone (keep in flight mode or switch off to conserve battery)
- full water proof jacket (taped seams & hood)
- long sleeve mid layer / fleece
- buff/beanie
- compression bandage / strapping
- space blanket
- reusable/plastic cup - no cup, no race
- torch/headlamp & 1 set of fresh batteries (1 in the torch/headlamp, and 1 spare)
- medical info card (provided in your race pack) – should a medic have to treat you in an emergency oout on the course, having your basic medical information on hand (blood type, allergies, medical aid no, emergency contact) is essential. Keep this in a ziploc bag in your pack.
You will be required to have all these items at registration. We will make a call on the day regarding what the final list of carried items will be, based on prevailing weather conditions at the time.
Recommended Gear
The following items are recommended to be in your pack.
- GPS (handheld or watch) with race route pre-loaded
- running peak or cap
- hiking / trekking poles
- sunglasses
- sun screen (IMPORTANT!)
- ziplock bags
- wet wipes
- microfibre towel
- vaseline / anti-chafe cream
- dettol (disinfectant)
- superglue
- zip ties
- a more substantial first aid kit (sterile dressings, roll of strapping tape, blister care patches, antiseptic wipes, painkillers, and any relevant personal medications)
Choose Your Race
We have tried to keep entry fees as low as possible for this event, while still ensuring that we can deliver a top class experience for all runners.
EARLY BIRD PRICING IS IN EFFECT!
Early bird pricing will be available until midnight on the 13 April 2023, or until they sell out - whichever comes first.
We have allocated early birds as follows:
200 Mile: Total slots 50 (15 early bird @ R2950, 35 standard entries @R3450)
100 Mile: Total slots 125 (35 early bird @ R2350, 90 standard entries @R2950)
50 Mile: Total slots 125 (35 early bird @ R1850, 90 standard entries @R2150)
50 KM: Total slots 125 (35 early bird @ R1150, 90 standard entries @R1450)
30KM: Total slots 125 (35 early bird @ R650, 90 standard entries @R850)
Cancellations, deferrals and substitutions
We know things don’t always pan out as planned. Sometimes life (or the pandemic) just gets in the way. As a result we have the following policies in place:
Any entry cancelled before Oct 31 2023 will get a 75% refund.
Any entry cancelled between Nov 1 & Nov 30 2023 will get a 50% refund.
Any entry cancelled after Nov 30 will forfeit the full entry fee.
Alternatively, instead of cancelling, your entry can also be deferred to 2024.
Any deferrals will incur the price difference between the 2023 and 2024 entry fees.
Substitutions will be allowed up to 30 Nov 2023. All substitutions will incur a R250 substitution fee.
Race Postponement
In the event we have to postpone the race, all entries will be carried over to the new date.
Should you not be able to make the new date, you will be entitled to receive a 75% refund, or a free deferral to the 2024 race.
Volunteers
Races like this require a massive crew of volunteers to make them happen.
If you would like to volunteer to assist over the race weekend, we will reward you with a free entry to the event for the following year.
To get onto the volunteer list, just complete the form.
