Organiser
Wildtrail SA
With a field limited to 200 runners, this is will again be an exclusive challenge for fit trail runners who love pristine nature trails. The full course is 32km long with 1700 meters of ascent and over some of the toughest, most variable terrain at high altitude on the African Escarpment. The 32km challenge is definitely not for sissies.
ENTRY FEE
R990 (for both the 13km and 32km options)
This includes:
Event t-shirt
Medal
Coffee, tea and rusks on the race morning
Lavish water tables on the the route on race day
Braai lunch at the village from 12-4 pm and prize giving on the Saturday after the cut off
... and much more
This truly offers one of the best value for money, unique trail events on pristine nature trails that are regarded as some of the best in the country.
START TIMES
32km - 07:00am / 13km - 07:30am
PRIZE-GIVING
Prize-giving will be at 13h00 on Saturday
EVENT FORMAT
Solo knee-breaker, single-stage trail run. There are steep up hills, down hills, technical trails, bridges and ladders.
TERRAIN
Explore the hidden gems of the Highveld Escarpment. Gorges, kloofs, indigenous forests, sandstone labyrinths, open grasslands, waterfalls, game and birds.
ONLINE ENTRIES
There will be no refunds for cancellations. You will have the option to pay via credit / debit cared or EFT. If you choose the EFT option, you will have 48 hours to make payment. After the 48 hours, the entry system will automatically delete unpaid entries and pass it on to the next person on the waiting list. Substitutions can be made up to two days prior to the event.
REGISTRATION & START
Registration desk will be open on Friday afternoon (26 July) from 17h00 – 19h00pm at the race village in the Pongola Express Camp. Those who cannot register on the Friday evening before the race must arrive at least an hour before your race start time to register and collect your race tag. You must ensure that you collect your ‘race tag’ from the RaceTime Team.
The race briefing will be 10 minutes before the start time of each group.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
The Num-Num Trail Challenge is situated midway between Machadodorp and Badplaas. This is the lip of the Drakensburg Escarpment with natural wonders hidden in kloofs and gorges.
Both race categories go through twisty forest areas, sandstone rock formations, open grasslands, steep climbs and descents and waterfalls galore. There is only 3km of jeep track running; the rest is all single track trails.
PRIZE MONEY (32km race only)
First place (both male and female)
R3000 each
Second place (both male and female)
R2000 each
Third place (both male and female)
R1000 each
Winners MUST be at prize-giving to receive their prizes.
The 15km Rough-It race is the "fun run" option at the event so there will be a product prizes for the first place overall (both male and female).
COMPULSORY GEAR
“Wind proof” shell
Space blanket
Cell phone with the emergency number (083 294 5260) saved on it
1 litres of water
Mini first aid kit – Strap, elastic bandage, anti-cramp tablets, anti-histamine, wound dressing, disinfectant.
Snacks
Whistle
You must carry a card with all your medical details on it such a Doctor’s telephone number, Medical insurance number, emergency telephone number and contact name, blood group, any allergies etc. This must be inside a sealed ziplock bag and on your person.
Other useful items (not compulsory):
Sunblock, sun glasses, small camera, positive attitude and a sense of humour.
More information: www.wildtrail.co.za/num-num-trail-challenge
Event location
Pongola Express, Num-Num Trails Mpumalan, Belfast
| Route information | Take the N12 from Johannesburg to Witbank, which joins the N4, go past Belfast and take the SECOND turning into Machadodorp. |
| Coordinates | -25.797263, 30.373077 |
| Address | Pongola Express, Num-Num Trails Mpumalanga |
| City | Belfast |
| Province | Mpumalanga |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07