Triathlon

Exploring Bonnievale

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In: Triathlon

Nestled within the tranquil landscapes of Bonnievale, in the Western Cape of South Africa, a short two and a half hour drive from Cape Town to the third leg of the Western Cape XCO mountain bike series revealed the hidden beauty of this often bypassed region. A gem tucked away amidst the popular routes to Swellendam or the Garden Route, Bonnievale welcomed riders and spectators to its inaugural hosting of an XCO series race with open arms. The setting wasClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

Woolworths XTRI! 2022

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In: endurance sport, Mountain Bike, Triathlon

The Woolworths XTRI! 2022 took place on the 4th of December in the stunning surroundings of Paul Cluver Wines in Grabouw, Western Cape, South Africa. This thrilling event featured a 1km swim, a 40km mountain bike ride, and a 10km trail run, with shorter routes for the less fit or ambitious. Throw in a couple of trail runs and a 5km walk for those who aren’t quite up to a triathlon, and it was a true smorgasbord of fun. WithClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

2021 SA Laser Run Championships

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In: Triathlon

The 2021 SA Laser Run Championships were held at Somerset College near Somerset West in the Western Cape on the 27th of March. The Laser-Run combines laser shooting and running and launched in 2014 as the last part of the full Modern Pentathlon competition. Athletes of all ages from 8 to 80 can participate and the event can be staged on beaches, in cities and in the countryside. Laser-Run combines Running and Shooting in fast-paced and dynamic races including fourClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

SA Modern Pentathlon Championships

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In: Triathlon

The 2021 SA Modern Pentathlon Championships were held at Somerset College near Somerset West in the Western Cape on the 27th of March The modern pentathlon is an Olympic sport that comprises five different events; fencing (one-touch épée), freestyle swimming (200 m), equestrian show jumping (15 jumps), and a final combined event of pistol shooting and cross country running (3200 m). This last event is now referred to as the laser-run, since it alternates four legs of laser pistol shooting followed by an 800 m run (for 3200 m in total). The event is inspired by the traditional pentathlon heldClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

Shanae Williams

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In: Athletics, Cycling, Triathlon

One of the best parts of my job is working with new emerging sports stars. People like Shanae Williams . Shanae is definitely a proper talent, holding national colours in no less than 4 different sporting disciplines including water polo and synchronised swimming. She is now concentrating on her triathlon career where she has competed internationally and in a Covid disrupted 2020 she won the prestigious Durban Ultra Triathlon. On the shoot, we were concentrating mostly on her cycling disciplineClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

CHALLENGE CAPE TOWN IS BACK!

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In: Triathlon

GET YOUR RACE FACE ON: CHALLENGE CAPE TOWN IS BACK! Via challenge Cape Town Media Office. It’s been a tough year, with races being taken on and off the calendar faster than anyone can keep up. There have been postponements, cancellations and everything in between- but we are hoping that 2021 will definitely be different! Personally, at the CCT offices we are gearing up for a STELLAR 2021- we have some seriously exciting news for you, that will include route changes,Click to read more and to see the event image gallery

IRONMAN South Africa

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In: IRONMAN, Triathlon

IRONMAN SOUTH AFRICA MEDIA STATEMENT PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa – After a challenging 2020 which saw numerous sporting events cancelled around the world, the IRONMAN South Africa team has been hard at work in making sure athletes can return to the race courses in 2021 in a safe and enjoyable manner. IRONMAN’s Safe Return to Racing guidelines will apply to all 2021 IRONMAN South Africa events and will be at the core as our team continues to develop and refine operational plansClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

Durbanville Triathlon

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In: adventure, Triathlon

The Durbanville Triathlon has become a ‘classic’ must do triathlon, and there is a good reason for that. It’s because it is always fun. This year the ownership of the event was taken over by Iqela Events, the people who bring you amongst others, top events like the Slanghoek Triathlon. Did the 2016 Durbanville Triathlon live up to expectations? Just look at the smiles on the faces of the people in these photos and you will have your answer. Yes,Click to read more and to see the event image gallery

ironman, port elizabeth,south africa

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In: IRONMAN, Triathlon

Athletes compete during the IRONMAN African Championship at Nelson Mandela Bay, Port Elizabeth South Africa. The race consists of a 3.8km swim, a 180km cycle and finishes with a 42.2 km marathon. It’s an event that is so big, so popular and so special, that the entire word is capitalised. And while the word iconic is overused and has become hopelessly clichéd, it’s surely permissible, just this once, to use it to describe IRONMAN South Africa. I am sure thatClick to read more and to see the event image gallery

Jailbreak Triathlon

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In: endurance sport, Sports, Triathlon

Jailbreak Triathlon Triathletes competed in this very popular triathlon held on a piping hot day at the Brandvlei Dam, near Rawson in the Western Cape of South Africa. This was the 10th anniversary of the Jailbreak Triathlon and it was a cracker of a race. From next year the event will become a part of the Iqela Events stable of triathlons, so we know it is in very capable hands. Well done everyone for putting on a fantastic day ofClick to read more and to see the event image gallery