Organiser
Brandwaterkom Ultra Trail
This Trail Run is hosted between Fouriesburg and Clarens in the Eastern Free State, the most beautiful corner of South Africa. Running next to the tranquil waters of the little Caledon River next to the Lesotho border, surrounded by the Maluti and Red Mountains. You can escape from everything BUT the simplicity and beauty of nature. A race packed with exciting climbs, turns, forest sections and most importantly down hills… this trail is all about escaping the everyday rush.
Runners can Relax from the Friday afternoon in the BUT FEST ZONE next to the pool enjoying a nice locally Brewed Draught Beer, have a nice G&T or just be in awe surrounded by natures best.
Saturday kicks off with an early start for all the BUT runners and MTB Bikers, Runners returning at around 8:30, can enjoy the BUT FEST ZONE packed with entertainment from local bands to History chats understanding our Brandwaterkom a bit better and most importantly cooling down in the pool.
BUT FEST ZONE
Live local bands, Heated pool, Draught Beer and Gin on tap, Cash Bar, Great food, fires for the braai lovers and the BUT Merchandise shop to only mention a few.
There will be lekker “Braai-Pakkies” sold If you would like to stay for a braai.
Coffee and pancakes will also be available before and after the race.
There will also be massages available for the stiff legs at reasonable prices and a physiotherapist on site to fix all those ITB’s and other injuries.
Bring the whole family for a fun fulled day with entertainment relaxing in and out the amazing swimming pool at Oranje Guest Farm.
BUT Short Trail run:
Routes will be marked
- 3 aid stations
- Quick Race Briefing at 05:45
- Finishers T-shirt
- Saturday Lunch is on us
- Compulsory gear: Navigation equipment, trail running shoes, hydration pack that can be fulled at aid stations
- Podium finishers will receive a medal and prices
BUT Berg and Chill Trail runs:
- 1 aid station
- Finishers T-shirt
- Saturday Lunch is on us
- Compulsory gear: trial running shoes, hydration pack that can be fulled at aid stations
- Podium finishers will receive a medal and prices
BUT MTB XCO and Duathlon
- Finishers T-shit
- Podium finishers will receive a medal and prices
Accommodation options on all races:
- Self camping
- Alternative accommodation of your choice
Recommendations: [email protected]
More information: bwktrail.wixsite.com/ultra
Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Start Time | Price (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
BUT Short Trail run 21km
This entry includes 3 water points, Lunch and a Finishers T-shirt |
21 km Marked routes | 06:00 | R 300.00 |
|
BUT Berg Trail run 10km
This entry includes 1 waterpoint, lunch and a finishers T-Shirt |
10 km Around the Berg with amazing views. | 06:30 | R 260.00 |
|
BUT Chill Trail run 5km
This entry includes 1 waterpoint, lunch and a finishers T-Shirt |
5 km Fun run | 06:30 | R 160.00 |
|
BUT Mini Duathlon
This entry includes a finishers T-Shirt |
25 km 10km Berg run, 10km MTB ride, 5km Chill run | 07:30 | R 260.00 |
|
BUT Jnr MTB XCO
This entry includes a finishers T-shirt. |
5 km | 08:30 | R 200.00 |
Event location
Oranje Gasteplaas, Joel
| Coordinates | -28.650442849553, 28.33664130741 |
| Address | Oranje Gasteplaas |
| City | Joel |
| Province | Free State |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07