200 PRE entries available for this Classic Coastal Adventure Run.

Pre Registration and briefing:

• Final run info will be sent out a few days before and will include the gpx route file for use on gps/smart phone devices with the appropriate app.
• Receive race number via email.
• Run Briefing will be via email. 
• Run starts at 7h15 from De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach. Outgoing, low tide.
• Low tide is at 9h22.
• Finish – Camel Rock Restaurant, Scarborough

Tidal table for 9 August

ENTRY FEE: R490.00pp [first increase since 2022]

Includes:

• Branded run cap or peak/visor handed out at the finish.
• a Cup of filter coffee at finish.
• An egg/bacon roll [veg option also] at finish.
• A super, lekker vibe at this "life-style" run.
• Lekker chilled music at the "Camel Rock" Restaurant at the finish - plenty space inside as well as a tent outside at the finish area which will be great in case of rain.

Each year, we encourage runners to collect any litter washed out by the ocean or otherwise – even if it just a few small items. It all helps. As always, Quantum Adventures will also employ 2-3 x individuals a few days before the run to collect litter off the coast in the Soetwater/Witsand area for an entire day.

CATEGORIES:

For male and female.

• MASTERS – 50yr plus
• VET: 40 – 49yrs
• SENIOR: 16 – 39yr

DISTANCE: 16km of fantastic coastal trail running! This is a linear run, so please ensure you share cars etc.

PS – It is your responsibility to sort out your return transport from Scarborough. Lift share/Uber/Noordhoek taxi etc.

DETAILED ROUTE:

See at the bottom of this page – route maps. We will also make the GPS track available to entrants and send the gpx files via email, 1 week before the run or for those who are "All Trails" subscribers, the link to the route. There will be some manned check-points on route. We will also have manned, security at places such as the Kakapo wreck and the Crayfish factory areas.

No water tables – you must be self-sufficient. There are toilets at the start [bottom of the new boardwalk - courtesy and efforts by Project Noordhoeked ] off  Longbeach, Kommetjie and the finish.

Basic route description:

• Share vehicles and park in the back streets near the Beach - please do not park at the Beach Car Park. There are regulars who use the beach during the morning and it is only fair to allow them their access. A warm up trot to the start will do you no harm.
• Starting at De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach. Passing Kakapo Wreck and across Kommetjie Beach.
• Below the rocky shore, below the Light-house for about 60m. Fairly slow. Be careful here. Rocks might be slippery, especially in wet weather.
• Along the beach/path all the way to Witsand beach, cross the beach onto the Strandloper trail which is a grassy, rocky trail starting at the end of Witsand beach.
• Exit the path in Misty Cliffs where the Marshal will indicate the route up and away from the beach/up the steps and onto the wide, gravel verge off the tarred section – this is a wide section of gravel. Stay on the "right side" of the road and on the wide gravel area.
• DO NOT run on the tar road.
• Stay on the right side of this very scenic section, all the way to Scarborough.
• You can cross the tar road to the finish at the The Camel Rock restaurant.
• PLEASE be mindful of traffic/cars/motorbikes/cyclists/other road users and people walking.
• Exchange your arm band/tag for your coffee and breakfast roll.

Compulsory kit:

• Waterproof rain jacket with hood and long sleeves. NOT negotiable - several runners got caught in cold, windy, wet weather in 2024!
• Cellular phone
• Hydration - you need to be self sufficient/no water tables = waste.
• Mini first aid kit: stretch bandage, wound dressing, anti histamine tablets, anti inflammatory tablets, Tri-angular bandage, antiseptic cream.
• Whistle
• Space blanket

Other:

• Earphone/other music prohibited during the run – it is for your own and other users’ safety
• Emergency contact details will be given to each runner which must be kept with you on route
• Carry a card with own personal contact details, medical aid details, blood group, emergency contact details, doctor etc
• Assist other runners in need.
• Partaking in these events is done so entirely at your own risk
• The organizing bodies/employees/agents or any other persons/organizations/establishments or other personnel involved with the event shall not be liable for any damage, loss, theft, injury, accident or death suffered by any person, howsoever caused, prior to the event, during the event or after the event
• In the event of a medical emergency, the organizing bodies/authorities will use their discretion and follow procedures deemed necessary for evacuation and /or medical assistance thereof
• Stick to the existing trails only - no shortcuts.
• Do not tamper with the vegetation.
• Collect only litter
• The run will be timed and each finisher will receive a hand made, coffee/drinks coaster with the race logo onto it.
• Entries are only confirmed once proof of payment is received. No refund once entered with exception, below – less costs already incurred and Admin fees are charged for refunds at R150.00. No substitutions after 4 days before the race – Tuesday at noon, before the run.
• Do NOT run if you are ill, have a history of heart and or other illness that may be detrimental to your health and/or if you have been ill a week to 10 days before the run. If you have entered in this case, we will need a Doctor’s certificate or similar to confirm the above to affect a refund – less costs already incurred by the race organizers.

We encourage you to make use of this free, safety/tracking App – mySOS SA app available for Android and Apple devices on Play Store. Please familiarise yourself with how it works.

See you there!