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Jailbreak Triathlon 2013

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South African athletes could be forgiven for despairing ever-so-slightly a while back as BSG announced they would no longer be sponsoring the popular BSG Tri Series, Spec Savers announced they would no longer be sponsoring IronMan South Africa, and the Jailbreak Triathlon lost its venue as Brandvlei Prison announced it was no longer willing to tolerate the annual spate of “Escapees”. Bad news comes in threes they say — so here is some good news: the Jailbreak Triathlon is set to go ahead at a yet-to-be-announced venue on 08 December 2013. [...]

Tri-Rock Robben Island 2013

This event first took place in September last year — I think it was called Tri-Robben Island. I remember hearing mixed reports afterwards — I think there was some confusion around routes. [...]

My Stilbaai Triathlon 2013

T1 at the Stilbaai Triathlon 2013

I really enjoyed the inaugural Stilbaai Triathlon 2012 and was looking forward to the second edition. It did not disappoint and with the number of entrants doubled from last year it is clear that this is set to become a favourite on the calendar. [...]

Ladies Only Triathlon and Duathlon 2013

Ladies Only Triathlon and Duathlon 2013

I love the fact that the contact number listed on the poster for this ladies-only event is a guy! A lucky guy at that! [...]

Durbanville Triathlon 2013

Phisantekraal Dam, Durbanville Triathlon

The hugely successful inaugural Durbanville Triathlon took place last year. This is an off-road triathlon, with the swim taking place in a calm dam, and the MTB and run legs on easy farm roads. [...]

Westcoast Warmwater Weekend 2013

Westcoast Warmwater Weekend flyer

“The 3 year old event now consists of 2 triathlons over 2 days – more bang (and bucks :) for your buck! You’re invited to join us for this unique event in the West Coast National Park for a fun-filled, multi-sport magic weekend that will include family-friendly camp fire entertainment, delicious meals, Aca Joe Fleece Track top with a vintage finish, entry to both races, walks to the bird hide and fossil bed, game viewing and much more.” [...]

The Lakes Off Road Festival 2013

The Lakes Off-road Festival 2013

The Garden Route hosts some of the most exciting sporting events in the country, with the added advantage of being, well… in the Garden Route! The annual TriSport Off Road Festival is a 3 day sporting extravaganza that takes place at Pine Lake Marina in Sedgefield. [...]

My BSG Triseries 2012

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The Western Cape leg of the BSG Triseries was held at Brandvlei Dam Worcester on Sunday, 11 November 2012. The weather was beautiful — if not a bit hot — and the wind held off until after the race. [...]

My Slanghoek Triathlon 2012

Bev heading into T1, Slanghoek Triathlon 2012

The Slanghoek Triathlon is another race I had heard mentioned many times. Iqela Events did not fail to produce the goods, and a superbly organised day saw a great turnout at a beautiful venue. [...]

Stilbaai Triathlon 2013

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I took part in the 2012 Stilbaai Triathlon and loved it: even though only a small field had entered, nothing was spared and the set-up was full-on professional, and provided such a great weekend away that I am tempted to keep it secret! [...]