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 bike course will...

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 start warming up....