{"id":43149,"date":"2022-01-31T18:51:29","date_gmt":"2022-01-31T16:51:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=43149"},"modified":"2022-01-31T18:51:29","modified_gmt":"2022-01-31T16:51:29","slug":"training-runs-set-to-prepare-entrants-for-the-2022-thirsti-africanx-trailrun-3-day-stage-race","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/training-runs-set-to-prepare-entrants-for-the-2022-thirsti-africanx-trailrun-3-day-stage-race\/","title":{"rendered":"Training Runs set to prepare entrants for the 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

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Trail runners that have entered the 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN <\/strong>that will take place at the Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape) from 19 \u2013 21 March are invited to enjoy a fun-filled Training Run on Sunday 06 February at Constantia Nek in preparation for South Africa\u2019s premium 3-Day Stage Race.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe THIRSTI AFRICANX Training Run is a fun way for event entrants to experience routes that are similar to that of the event, while getting to know trail runners that will be lining up with them on the start line in March,\u201d says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event. \u201cThe December Training Run was so well supported that we decided to host three more Training Runs in the build up to event day. Training Run #2 will be at Constantia Nek this coming Sunday (06 February), Training Run #3 will be in Gauteng in February (details to be released soon) and Training Run #4 will be in Grabouw in early March.\u00a0 The Training Runs are free of charge to all 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN entrants.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cTraining Run #2 will consist of a +-17.5km route,\u201d confirms Meyer. \u201cIt will start with a 7km road section just to warm up the legs, before treating runners to magnificent single track. There will be some easy climbs to the tar road on Vlakkenberg through Bokkemans Saddle up Vlakkenberg Peak and back to Constantia Nek. Not only are the Training Runs the perfect opportunity to get a sneak peek at what to expect from the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN, they\u2019re also a great opportunity to run with our AFRICANX ambassadors while getting to know some of our hard core AFRICANX supporters.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cAFRICANX regulars are always keen to share their experiences and advice with first time entrants,\u201d adds Meyer. \u201cBy the time that event day arrives you are guaranteed to be ready to #RunTheAFRICANX. We look forward to welcoming trail runners of all fitness levels and technical skill to the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN Training Run #2 <\/strong>on Sunday. Be prepared to \u2018Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money\u2019.\u201d<\/p>\n

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TRAINING RUN INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN Training Run #2<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSunday 06 February 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n06:30 – Please arrive early to ensure you get parking!<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nMeet in the Constantia Nek parking lot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distance:<\/strong><\/td>\n+-17.5km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\nFREE OF CHARGE to all 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race <\/strong>entrants<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
What to bring with to the run: <\/strong><\/td>\nAny equipment that runners will take with them on a training run of this distance i.e. trail shoes, cap, hydration pack with nutrition and hydration for at least 3 hours, medic kit etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
What runners can look forward to receiving:<\/strong><\/td>\nTHIRSTI water and\/or THIRSTI ISOFIT+ and a complimentary coffee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sign up via the following link:<\/strong><\/td>\nhttps:\/\/entries.stillwatersports.com\/events\/77475-tax-training-run-2<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN<\/strong> 3-Day Stage Race<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Launched in 2009, the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN is synonymous with magnificent trails, spectacular views, mouth-watering food, a relaxed atmosphere, great vibe and most importantly, teamwork! 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 challenging, yet exciting while leaving runners in awe.<\/p>\n

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Date<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\nSaturday 19 \u2013 Monday 21 March 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Venue<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\nHouw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event Format<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\n3-Day Stage Trail Run<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Format<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\nTeams of Two Runners (male \/ female \/ mixed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stage Distance<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Stage 1:\u00a0+- 24 km<\/p>\n

Stage 2:\u00a0+- 32 km<\/p>\n

Stage 3:\u00a0+- 18 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Entry Fees<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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OPTION 1<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>R3600 per runner<\/p>\n

OPTION 2<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>R4200 per runner<\/p>\n

OPTION 3<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>R4600 per runner<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Entries Close<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/td>\nFriday 11 March 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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