South Africa\u2019s favourite Reggae band, The Rivertones, will bring great vibes to South Africa\u2019s premier Three Day Stage Trail Run, the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN<\/strong>, that will take place at the Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape) from Saturday 19 to Monday 21 March 2022.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Rivertones, fronted by lead vocalist and guitarist Roland G Nair, have been rocking South Africa with great reggae vibes since 2006,\u201d says Sandi Westgarth-Taylor, The Rivertones General Manager. \u201cRoland works with a variety of highly talented local and international backing musicians to provide great upbeat, skanking reggae beats.\u00a0 On stage since the age of 12, Roland has had the great honour of sharing the stage with the likes of Bob Marley\u2019s band The Wailers, Bunny Wailer, Lucky Dube and Hugh Masekela, amongst others.\u201d<\/p>\n Currently performing across the country at many live music venues and private functions, The Rivertones deliver a positive, joyful reggae rhythm.<\/p>\n \u201cPersonally, I think that trail runners are a \u2018little nuts\u2019,\u201d laughs Westgarth-Taylor. \u201cWe prefer to get our fitness kick through music and dancing, but to each his own. Truth be told, we are in awe of these nutters and are thrilled to be booked to perform at the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN. We absolutely love the vibe that these sporting events bring. The \u2018gees\u2019 is always amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n She adds: \u201cThe runners can look forward to experiencing upbeat reggae vibes. Our music definitely brings the party. Look forward to jamming to a range of commercial covers set to a reggae beat, great Bob Marley, UB40 covers and a smattering of our own originals. Our goal is to contribute to the vibe that the runners bring. We know the \u2018gees\u2019 will be strong, so we will do our best to ramp that up!\u201d<\/p>\n More Fun<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>In addition to sensational trail running (with spectacular on route experiences and well stocked water points) and a fantastic live performance by The Rivertones, trail runners can look forward to enjoying: a Marimba Band performance, Wine Tastings, a Pasta Party, Bingo and Popcorn, Fire Drums and S\u2019mores, a Slippery Slide, Bavaria Beer Mile, Pool Party, Dress Up Day, Bavaria Beer Garden, a Gordon’s Gin Bar and a Putt Putt Competition.<\/p>\n EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN<\/strong> 3-Day Stage Race<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n 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 A uniquely sourced natural spring water that is rich in minerals, THIRSTI, a proudly South African brand, became the proud Title Sponsor of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN in 2021.<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n Stage 2:\u00a0+- 32 km<\/p>\n Stage 3:\u00a0+- 18 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\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 <\/p>\n Entry Fee Includes<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n DRESS UP DAY<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>One of the many highlights of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race <\/strong>is \u201cDress Up Day\u201d which will be celebrated on the third and final stage, on Monday 21 March. The rule is very simple, both runners need to wear their outfits for the duration of the stage, from start to finish. There are awesome sponsor prizes up for grabs as well as bragging rights for a year.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Follow us on Facebook:\u00a0 <\/strong>@rivertonesreggae \/ @ThirstiWater \/ @runtheafricanx\u00a0\/ @stillwatertrail<\/p>\n Follow us on Instagram:\u00a0 <\/strong>@therivertones \/ @thirstiwater \/ @runtheAFRICANX \/ @stillwater_trail_running<\/p>\n Hashtag:<\/strong>\u00a0 #MyAFRICANX #RunTheAFRICANX<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For additional information on the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day, 2-Day and\/or 1-Day events please visit www.stillwatersports.com<\/a>, contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n More about THIRSTI<\/u><\/em>: <\/em><\/p>\n THIRSTI is a uniquely sourced natural spring water that is rich in minerals and sourced from two extraordinary locations. Its primary bottling plant was founded in 2015 at a Normandien farm in the foothills of the Klein Drakensberg mountains. In 2021, THIRSTI expanded operations into the mountain basin of Tulbagh, surrounded by exquisite mountains and drained by the Klein Berg River and its tributaries.\u202fEach source has its own state-of-the-art bottling plant where the water is filtered, tested and bottled, ready to be enjoyed by consumers. The THIRSTI product range includes Natural Spring Water, Sparkling Water, Sparkling Flavoured Water and an iconic sports drink, THIRSTI ISOFIT+. The South African brand proudly partners with the Springboks, Absa Cape Epic, Comrades Marathon, Blue Bulls Company, Sharks Rugby, THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN series of events and the Nedbank Running Club.<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a>
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\n Date<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\n Saturday 19 \u2013 Monday 21 March 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Venue<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\n Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Event Format<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\n 3-Day Stage Trail Run<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Entry Format<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/td>\n Teams of Two Runners (male \/ female \/ mixed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Stage Distance<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Stage 1:\u00a0+- 24 km<\/p>\n \n Entry Fees<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n OPTION 1<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>R3600 per runner<\/p>\n \n Entries Close<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/td>\n Friday 11 March 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n \n