As we close in on 1 month to the first of 2 new events on the South African Triathlon Series, here’s a taste of the vibes you can expect. The Garden Route Triathlon in Mossel Bay on 20 Sept, then the Cape Point Triathlon on 25 Oct in Simon’s Town.

IT'S OFFICIAL A brand new, locally organised, world class triathlon is here - for you Say hello to the Garden Route Triathlon, in Mossel Bay. The newest addition to the South African Triathlon Series is open for entry

A scenic and safe trail option for Joburg runners returns. The Steyn City Ultra Trail, which debuted last year, is back at the Steyn City parkland estate on Saturday 11 July 2026.

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.