{"id":40469,"date":"2020-12-03T15:50:17","date_gmt":"2020-12-03T13:50:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=40469"},"modified":"2020-12-03T15:50:17","modified_gmt":"2020-12-03T13:50:17","slug":"africanx-trailrun-2021-venue-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/athletics\/africanx-trailrun-2021-venue-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"AfricanX Trailrun 2021 Venue Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cLet Nature Give You A Run For Your Money\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stillwater Sports is proud to announce that the 2021 AfricanX Trailrun, which will take place on the weekend of 26-28 March 2021, will be based at the Houw Hoek Hotel, in the magnificent Overberg Region.<\/p>\n

With a rich ten year history to look back on, the event is returning to its iconic home, but with an innovative and fresh take on the AfricanX experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter much debate and research, it is clear that runners want the event to return to the venue of so many magnificent AfricanX experiences. We have heard them and can\u2019t wait to welcome 2021 runners to the festival village in March,\u201d said Michael Meyer, founder and Managing Director of Stillwater Sports.<\/p>\n

Launched in 2009, the AfricanX Trailrun is synonymous with magnificent trails, spectacular views, mouth-watering food, a relaxed atmosphere, great vibes and most importantly, teamwork!<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been two years since we\u2019ve hosted the AfricanX Trailrun,\u201d says Meyer.\u00a0 \u201cAs a sports marketing agency we strive to keep our events fresh and innovative.\u00a0 After a decade of hosting SA\u2019s leading three-day stage trail run, we decided to take some time to review, revitalize and refresh this iconic race.\u00a0 This is one event that we are really excited to bring back.<\/p>\n

New developments include exciting racing and fun categories, a new look, as well as better value than ever. The iconic AfricanX hoodie will be back for every entrant to wear with pride. It is part of a value for money experience, that we believe is second to none in South Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe idea behind AfricanX has always been to inject creativity, excitement and fun into the sport, while at the same time also making it accessible to road runners capable of doing a half marathon,\u201d continues Meyer.\u00a0 \u201cAlthough the distance over three days might seem daunting at first, the routes are laid out on trails that are challenging but safe.\u00a0 Our focus is on balancing the challenge with a fun experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

Meyer adds: \u201cTeamwork is pivotal to AfricanX.\u00a0 The trick is to choose your partner wisely, as team members will rely on each other\u2019s experience and expertise to complete each stage together.\u00a0 We are excited to bring back South Africa\u2019s premier three-day stage trail run and can\u2019t wait to welcome trail runners to the start line in March.\u00a0 Look forward to experiencing trail running at its best.\u201d\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

2021 Event Information<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 AfricanX Trailrun<\/strong><\/p>\n

Teams of two trail running enthusiasts (male\/female\/mixed) will be seen battling it out on a route varying in distances each day.\u00a0 Each stage will feature a different route that is guaranteed to keep things exciting while leaving runners in awe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nFriday 26 March 2021 \u2013 Sunday 28 March 2021<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Format:<\/strong><\/td>\nThree-day stage race \/ teams of two (male\/female\/mixed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Festival Village:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\nOn the grounds of the Houw Hoek Hotel (Bot River, Overberg Region \/Western Cape)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distance:<\/strong><\/td>\nDay 1:<\/strong>\u00a0 +- 24km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nDay 2:<\/strong>\u00a0 +- 32km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nDay 3:<\/strong>\u00a0 +- 18km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entries Open:<\/strong><\/td>\nWednesday 09 December 2020<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

ENTRIES <\/strong>are LIMITED <\/strong>in adherence to COVID-19 legislation.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are three entry options<\/strong><\/u>:<\/p>\n

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  1. R3400 <\/strong>per person \u2013 this includes breakfast and lunch, but excludes dinner and accommodation<\/li>\n
  2. R3900 <\/strong>per person \u2013 this includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, but excludes accommodation.<\/li>\n
  3. R4400 <\/strong>per person \u2013 this includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and tented accommodation at Houw Hoek Hotel.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Iconic to the AfricanX Trailrun, ALL entrants will receive a sought after AfricanX hoodie<\/strong> and an exclusive finisher\u2019s<\/strong> t-shirt, <\/strong>amongst other exciting sponsor gifts!\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Follow us on Face Book:<\/strong>\u00a0 @stillwatertrail<\/p>\n

    Follow us on Instagram:\u00a0 <\/strong>@runtheafricanx \/ @stillwater_trail_running<\/p>\n

    Follow us on Twitter:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 @runtheafricanx \/ @StillwaterTrail\"africaxlogo.jpg\"<\/p>\n

    For additional information on the AfricanX Trailrun please visit www.stillwatersports.com<\/a>, contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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