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Strandloper Trail Run – Noordhoek

This will be the 4th edition of this REALLY AWESOME Strandloper Trail Run coastal trail!

200 tickets available. PRE entries only.

Please note that we still do the run briefing/race number collection at the Noordhoek Sporstfield. Runners then take a warm-up jog to the “actual start at De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach” This is the famous surf/body board spot on Noordhoek Beach, directly below Chapmans Peak. 

Entries close once tickets are sold or latest, 5 August at 12h00.

PRE REGISTRATION/RACE NUMBER COLLECTION/VENUES: 

We will also have an early registration in the Southern suburbs for the local runners. Venue/date/times tba.

  • Noordhoek Sports field, Katzenellenbogen Rd. Off  Noordhoek Main Rd.
  • From 5h45-6h45.
  • Briefing will be via email.
  • Run starts at 7h30 from De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach.
  • Low tide is at 10h00. The run will start with a mid and outgoing tide.
  • Leave cars at Noordhoek Sporstfield
  • Finish – THE HUB Cafe, Scarborough
  • Prize giving at 11h00-ish

ENTRY FEE: R300.00 [Incl branded race cap or peak]

Each year, we encourage runners to collect any litter washed out by the ocean or otherwise – even if it just a few small items. It all helps. We will award a First Ascent garment to the individual/pair whom collects the most [quantity] and bring it to the finish line. Quantum Adventures will also employ 3 x individuals a few days before the run to collect litter off the coast in the Soetwater/Witsand area for an entire day. We’ll take pics of the result and post it on social media.

CATEGORIES:

For male and female.

  • MASTERS – 50yr plus
  • VET: 40 – 49yrs
  • SENIOR: 16 – 39yr

DISTANCE: 16km of fantastic coastal trail running! This is a linear run, so please ensure you share cars etc.

PS – It is your responsibility to sort out your return transport from Scarborough. Lift share etc.

DETAILED ROUTE:

See at the bottom of this page –  route maps. We will also make the GPS track available to entrants and send the gpx files via email, 1 week before the run. There will be manned check-points on route. We will also have manned, security at places such as the Kakapo wreck and the Crayfish factory areas.

No water tables – you must be self sufficient. There are toilets at the start, Longbeach, Kommetjie and the finish.

Basic route description:

  • After briefing, take a warm-up jog to Noordhoek Beach – will take about 15-20mins. Please leave your vehicles at the Sportsfield – you are not permitted to drive and “leave” your vehicle at Noordhoek Beach car park.
  • Starting at De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach. Passing Kakapo Wreck and across Kommetjie Beach.
  • At the start of Boardwalk veering off into Lighthouse Rd to the Light house.
  • Passing through the boom gate to Soetwater, through the manned gate and immediately right and down to the coastal path in Soetwater.
  • Along the beach/path all the way to Witsand beach and across onto the Strandloper trail.
  • Exit the path in Misty Cliifs where the Marshal will indicate the route and onto the wide, gravel verge off the tarred section – this is a wide section of gravel.
  • DO NOT run on the tar road.
  • Stay on the right side of this very scenic section, all the way to Scarborough.
  • You can cross the tar road to the finish at the First Ascent banners.
  • PLEASE be mindful of traffic/cars/motorbikes/cyclists/other road users and people walking.
  • Finish at “The Hub” in Scarborough.
  • Chill/relax/get warm/order some chow/coffee etc:-)

Compulsory kit:

  • Waterproof rain jacket if it looks like rain. Windproof jacket, otherwise.
  • Cellular phone
  • Hydration
  • Mini first aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Space blanket

Details

Date:
17th August 2019
Time:
6:30 am
Cost:
R300
Event Category:
Distance(s):
16km

Organizer

Quantum Adventures
Phone:
0826583078
Email:
uge@quantumadventures.co.za
Website:
View Organizer Website

Venue

Noordhoek Beach
Noordhoek Beach
Noordhoek, Western Cape
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