Not too many events can claim to have sold out in just their second year. An image of runners heading through a buffalo reserve then up through a steep sandstone crack to a magic view of the Drakensberg escarpment caught our interest, so we travelled to the eastern Vrystaat to catch a taste of what was being served to the very happy-looking trail runners.

The run leg is where things really happen in a triathlon. You’ve exhausted most of your stored energy and the adrenaline has subsided. It’s now you in the race of truth against your inner self. Will you allow the voices of doubt to force a walk or look them in the eye & dig deep - drawing inspiration from your training, those with less talent, or just knowing that in 5, 11 or 17km you will proudly cross the line knowing you did not give up? The cold swim and undulating bik

Sea swims are always special – shifting currents, swell, marine life, visibility and temperature changes mean it’s never the same.

The scenic Hermanus bike route has an undulating profile that makes it fast, especially for riders who can maintain cadence over the rolling inclines. The biggest challenges are temperature, knowing the course and staying vigilant. Let's unpack each: Temperature: Having just swum in cold water, your core temperature may be low. Power walk the hill from the slipway to T1 — running will spike your heart rate and hurt later. Use that walk to strip your wetsuit to your waist and

Triathlon asks a lot of the body, and after weeks of stacked swim sessions, bike miles and run kays, then a full gas dice, you need to give it love.

It’s flat & fast - here’s your chance to fly! You’ll start with easy gears up the short climb from transition then start to build momentum as your legs take over. Sip a sports drink then take stock & start your strategy.

Every triathlon begins with a slightly elevated heart rate, fear fogged goggles and adrenaline pumping through the body. At the Cape Town Triathlon specifically it’s standing beneath the magnificent mountain, starring out at the cold and slightly intimidating Table Bay, towards historic Robben Island 🇿🇦

Our editor’s journey to one of the most isolated islands on Earth, where wild landscapes, deep history and media coverage for the World's Most Remote Marathon coming in 2026. From fern-filled highlands to steep descents into Jamestown, St Helena offers runners something increasingly rare: true adventure at the edge of the world.

A South African trail running classic, the Mont-Aux-Sources Ultra Trail returns to the Drakensberg in 2026 with its legendary ladders, big Berg scenery, and a whole lot of local gees. From a chilled race village weekend to routes that climb above 3 100m, Monties is a proper bucket-list run with real conservation impact behind it. Entries for 2026 are now open.

The Tour de France celebrated three big half centuries in 2025: 50 years of the white jersey, 50 years of the polka-dot jersey, and the 50th finish on the Champs-Élysées. The Tour also returned to Superbagnères for the first time since the 1980s, an opportunity to remember the legendary Hinault-LeMond duel in a year that saw an American win the race for the first time. The early stages also passed the home of Louison Bobet, triple winner of la Grande Boucle (from 1953 to 1955

Through Kindred by Gravel, we're proud to support South Africa's first-of-its-kind Nedbank Gravel Burn, enabling riders to push their limits while celebrating the people and places that make every ride meaningful. As a bank that believes in bringing people together through what they love, we see this as a way to connect people, inspire perseverance, and create lasting bonds.

Cape Town, South Africa — October 2025 Nike wrapped up an energising week of activations at 70 Bree Street, turning the heart of the city into a full-on jol where runners and crews soaked up the stoke of the streets. From Wednesday, 15 October to Sunday, 19 October, Nike brought the vibe with an immersive line-up of experiences that celebrated running culture, connection, and creativity in the lead-up to the marathon weekend. Over five days, Nike brought together athletes, lo