TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2022: Blackburn Ravine and Constantiaberg. Spring start time 7am
Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
It’s the theoretical start of spring next month so we’re starting with a bang!
We are going to climb Blackburn Ravine and then up to the Constantiaberg Mast, down to Elephant’s Eye Lookout and back down Blackburn.
A shorter flatter option for those who don’t want to climb will go on the Manganese Mine/hoerikwagga trail to picnic rock and back
Route
We park at The Hout Bay beach parking near the Beach Café, run up the tar to East Fort and up the lower track to Blackburn. We ascend Blackburn to the lookout and take the path to the left which takes us to the Constantiaberg Mast. After tagging the peak, we run down the path going to Elephant’s eye. We then turn down and run along the track taking us back to the Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn via the upper or lower path depending on preference and back to the cars.
For those that don’t want to climb, the shorter flatter option will take you along the Manganese Mine/ hoerikwagga trail on the other side of Constantiaberg towards picnic rock and the tar road coming down from the mast. Pose for pictures on Picnic rock and retrace your steps back to the cars
Rendezvous and start time
Meet at the Hout Bay parking lot at 6h55am ready to run at 7am . Note: earlier time
Terrain & Distance
The longer route is mostly single track with some degraded jeep track and tar to start and end.
We are climbing to the second tallest peak on the mountain so be prepared for the climb to the peak and then it is a wonderful descent all the way back down
The shorter route is mostly single track
The planned route is around 12km and the shorter route around 10km . Distances estimated!
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. The weather can be different as we go up the mountain. Please come prepared for wind, mist, sun or rain!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON!
It will be overcast and cool but cold up on the mountain. Although no rain is predicted, the mountain is unpredictable so please come prepared!
There are lots of options for turning back if required.
The relaxed group will go through to Picnic rock with Lorraine
NO walking group
See you there ready to start at 7am
Liz
082 893 8617
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
We’ve had some wonderful runnable routes lately. This Saturday we have a bit more climbing in between the running 😊
This does involve some mild exposure and one small scramble
The regular leaders of the relaxed group will all be away, but I will lead a slower group doing the same route as the main group
We are going to go up Mowbray ridge from the blockhouse and run the beautiful upper contour popping out at the base of Devil’s Peak, then down to the saddle and down Newlands ravine and back to Newlands parking.
A walking group doing a Newlands Forest loop will be confirmed on Friday
Route
We park at Newlands Fire Base parking and run up the jeep tracks and single tracks to the King’s Blockhouse. From there we climb up Mowbray Ridge and take the upper contour. We pop out at the path to Devil’s Peak where we can decide whether it is worth a visit (it may be in cloud). Either way, we descend to the saddle and along to Newlands Ravine where we go down the ravine and take the single tracks and jeep tracks back to the parking
Rendezvous and start time
Meet at the Newlands Fire Base parking lot at 6h25am ready to run at 6h30am .
Terrain & Distance
The route is mostly single track with some jeep track at the start and end.
The first uphill starts at the car park and ends at the upper contour – but the route to the blockhouse is runnable as is the upper contour. Next uphill is the climb up to Devil’s Peak
The descent to the saddle and down Newlands Ravine to the cars is a wonderful downhill run
The route is around 12km but will take time due to the climb . Distance estimated!
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. The weather can be different as we go up the mountain. Please come prepared for wind, mist, sun or rain!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON!
The weather is predicted to be clear and warm but windy. This will definitely affect the temperatures on the mountain – please come prepared
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, 16 October 2022 18:50
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Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 22 October 2022: Mowbray Ridge, Upper contour, Newlands Ravine with Devil's Peak as an option
Hi Trailers
We’ve had some wonderful runnable routes lately. This Saturday we have a bit more climbing in between the running 😊
This does involve some mild exposure and one small scramble
The regular leaders of the relaxed group will all be away, but I will lead a slower group doing the same route as the main group
We are going to go up Mowbray ridge from the blockhouse and run the beautiful upper contour popping out at the base of Devil’s Peak, then down to the saddle and down Newlands ravine and back to Newlands parking.
A walking group doing a Newlands Forest loop will be confirmed on Friday
Route
We park at Newlands Fire Base parking and run up the jeep tracks and single tracks to the King’s Blockhouse. From there we climb up Mowbray Ridge and take the upper contour. We pop out at the path to Devil’s Peak where we can decide whether it is worth a visit (it may be in cloud). Either way, we descend to the saddle and along to Newlands Ravine where we go down the ravine and take the single tracks and jeep tracks back to the parking
Rendezvous and start time
Meet at the Newlands Fire Base parking lot at 6h25am ready to run at 6h30am .
Terrain & Distance
The route is mostly single track with some jeep track at the start and end.
The first uphill starts at the car park and ends at the upper contour – but the route to the blockhouse is runnable as is the upper contour. Next uphill is the climb up to Devil’s Peak
The descent to the saddle and down Newlands Ravine to the cars is a wonderful downhill run
The route is around 12km but will take time due to the climb . Distance estimated!
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. The weather can be different as we go up the mountain. Please come prepared for wind, mist, sun or rain!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday the UTCT 160km run takes over every mountain in Cape Town, except Cape Point and the North. As some of the trailers will be helping with marshalling, I decided that the far North and South options wouldn’t work. I’ve crafted a route in Silvermine West that allows us to run and also to see and support some of the 160km runners.
A walking group will be confirmed on Friday
Route
We enter at Gate 1 (dam side) and park immediately to the left of the entry hut. From there we take the jeep track to the left (aware of the race runners going across to Silvermine East crossing), passing the entrance to the river walk until we come to the cairn marking the single track to the right. We follow this single track, keeping right and then left at the cairn till we hit the jeep track coming down from Noordhoek peak. We turn left and run until the single track marking the entrance to Crassula/Amphitheatre path on the right. We run the Crassula path until we get to the jeep track. Again we need to be careful of the race runners. We turn right and run down the jeep track turning off to the dam (optional deviation down the jeep track to Elephant’s Eye and Steenberg Ridge) and take the river walk back to the cars. (I can’t tell from the map if UTCT runners take the River Walk – if they do, we’ll take an alternative option back)
Rendezvous and start time
Officially the gate opens at 7am. Please come early so we can start running at 7h20. There is no mobile reception so we won’t know if you’re late.
Terrain & Distance
The route a combination of jeep track and single track.
The route is around 11km with added kilometres to Elephant’s Eye and possibly Steenberg ridge – 14km
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. Please remember your entry fee of R38 cash plus your ID /MyGreenCard/Wildcard!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers!
Our run tomorrow is ON.
Please remember your entry fee R36 and ID or Wildcard/MyGreenCard. I don’t think they can process credit cards
Weather looks to be sunny but breezy.
There will be a walking group
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, 20 November 2022 14:17
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Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 26 November 2022: Silvermine West: NB Entry fee R38 cash/My Green Card/Wildcard
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday the UTCT 160km run takes over every mountain in Cape Town, except Cape Point and the North. As some of the trailers will be helping with marshalling, I decided that the far North and South options wouldn’t work. I’ve crafted a route in Silvermine West that allows us to run and also to see and support some of the 160km runners.
A walking group will be confirmed on Friday
Route
We enter at Gate 1 (dam side) and park immediately to the left of the entry hut. From there we take the jeep track to the left (aware of the race runners going across to Silvermine East crossing), passing the entrance to the river walk until we come to the cairn marking the single track to the right. We follow this single track, keeping right and then left at the cairn till we hit the jeep track coming down from Noordhoek peak. We turn left and run until the single track marking the entrance to Crassula/Amphitheatre path on the right. We run the Crassula path until we get to the jeep track. Again we need to be careful of the race runners. We turn right and run down the jeep track turning off to the dam (optional deviation down the jeep track to Elephant’s Eye and Steenberg Ridge) and take the river walk back to the cars. (I can’t tell from the map if UTCT runners take the River Walk – if they do, we’ll take an alternative option back)
Rendezvous and start time
Officially the gate opens at 7am. Please come early so we can start running at 7h20. There is no mobile reception so we won’t know if you’re late.
Terrain & Distance
The route a combination of jeep track and single track.
The route is around 11km with added kilometres to Elephant’s Eye and possibly Steenberg ridge – 14km
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. Please remember your entry fee of R38 cash plus your ID /MyGreenCard/Wildcard!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers!
We have ordered TMT caps – black with white logo or white with green logo
Price R140
They will be available from Tuesday 13 December
To order:
- WhatsApp your choice of colour to Liz, Gaeleen or Lorraine
- Bring cash along to the trail run on Saturdays
- Pay into the TMT account and collect from Liz, Gaeleen or Lorraine
Payment reserves a cap. No caps reserved without payment.
TMT account
Capitec Bank
Account Number: 1660180161
Branch code: 470010
Liz 082 893 8617
Lorraine 072 575 0914
Gaeleen 083 556 9679
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. Please remember your entry fee of R38 cash plus your ID /MyGreenCard/Wildcard!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Ignore the email trail below the caps! Apologies!
What to bring
Water, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information. Please remember your entry fee of R38 cash plus your ID /MyGreenCard/Wildcard!
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday Bay to Bay takes over Camps Bay and Hout Bay so we will stay on the East side of the mountain. We start at Kalk Bay station and work our way up to Silvermine.
Route
We start at the parking at Kalk Bay station and clamber up the stairs to Boyes Drive. There we turn left and run along the road for a while until we get to the Trappieskop path. We follow this path up and over (detour to Trappieskop if you want to) all the way down to Clovelly where we run along the single track just above the houses coming down just before the Golf Club. Time to stretch our legs as we take the jeep track through the Golf Course to Sunbird Centre. From here we slog up the hill to Dead Man’s path.
At this point there are various options:
- Turn right and follow Dead Man’s path up the hill to the junction and then turn left to the amphitheatre, through to the crassula path, down to the jeep track, turn right along the jeep track and right again through Speciosa Valley and take the Spes Bona path down to Weary Willy’s and back home (around 15-16km - estimated)
- Turn left and run to the jeep track, turn right on to the jeep track, pass the crassula path and take the next path right through Speciosa Valley and take the Spec Bona path down to Weary Willy’s and home (around 11 – 12 km – estimated: more single track)
- Turn left and stay on the jeep track, turning right at the jeep track junction and following this all the way to Weary Willy’s and home (around 11 – 12km: more jeep track)
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Kalk Bay station parking (near Cape to Cuba). Arrive early for check in, ready to run at 6am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track with bits of tar at the start and past the golf course.
Depending on the route chosen, the distances are approximately 11-12km or 15 – 16km. Very runnable.
What to bring
Sufficient water for hot weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear and enough water.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON!
The weather forecast changes day to day so please come prepared. Right now, it looks to be sunny and warm with a gentle breeze.
There will be a walking group that will be doing a different route from the same start point.
See you there!
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, 15 January 2023 20:43
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Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 21 January 2023: Kalk Bay, Trappieskop and Silvermine
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday Bay to Bay takes over Camps Bay and Hout Bay so we will stay on the East side of the mountain. We start at Kalk Bay station and work our way up to Silvermine.
Route
We start at the parking at Kalk Bay station and clamber up the stairs to Boyes Drive. There we turn left and run along the road for a while until we get to the Trappieskop path. We follow this path up and over (detour to Trappieskop if you want to) all the way down to Clovelly where we run along the single track just above the houses coming down just before the Golf Club. Time to stretch our legs as we take the jeep track through the Golf Course to Sunbird Centre. From here we slog up the hill to Dead Man’s path.
At this point there are various options:
- Turn right and follow Dead Man’s path up the hill to the junction and then turn left to the amphitheatre, through to the crassula path, down to the jeep track, turn right along the jeep track and right again through Speciosa Valley and take the Spes Bona path down to Weary Willy’s and back home (around 15-16km - estimated)
- Turn left and run to the jeep track, turn right on to the jeep track, pass the crassula path and take the next path right through Speciosa Valley and take the Spec Bona path down to Weary Willy’s and home (around 11 – 12 km – estimated: more single track)
- Turn left and stay on the jeep track, turning right at the jeep track junction and following this all the way to Weary Willy’s and home (around 11 – 12km: more jeep track)
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Kalk Bay station parking (near Cape to Cuba). Arrive early for check in, ready to run at 6am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track with bits of tar at the start and past the golf course.
Depending on the route chosen, the distances are approximately 11-12km or 15 – 16km. Very runnable.
What to bring
Sufficient water for hot weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear and enough water.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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geoff...@gmail.com
Hi Trailers
Here is the reason:
R100 gets you a bacon and egg roll, and 2 x Devil’s Peak draughts after 9am.
The GPX file is attached
Route
Here is the route:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2134850?units=km
Rendezvous and start time
There is car admin to think about. Suggestion is to meet at Noordhoek farm village near the Toad at 6am, squeeze into as few cars as possible, drive to Lakeside for a 6:30 start from the parking area at the Toad. The kitchen opens at 9am.
Terrain & Distance
14.7km of a mix of trail and tar. First 1km and the last 4km are tar, so about 10km of trail.
What to bring
Sufficient water for hot weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear and enough water.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Geoff Nell
082 570 4405
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Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Hi all, TMTT2T is ON tomorrow
Weather – a breeze from the south to cool us down, some drizzle around 8am to cool us down some more, we will start at about 18 degrees and finish at about 21 degrees, full on 100% cloud so all of that means PERFECT running weather.
Car admin – suggestion is to meet at 6am at Noordhoek and jump in as few cars as possible and drive to Lakeside. After the run we can make a plan to get those drivers back to their cars at Lakeside.
There will be a walking group starting at Silvermine (the non-gate side) which will be 10km.
The walkers will be doing similar car admin, some going to Noordhoek and catching a lift to Lakeside, and from Lakeside Toad at about 6:30am, they will drive up to the Silvermine gate 2 (I think it is gate 2) – the non-dam side, and they will join us at the end at the Noordhoek Toad for a beer or two.
Any questions phone or whatsapp me 082 570 4405
Geoff
Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we tackle hills again! We’ll summit Constantiaberg via Blackburn Ravine, a long up, and then enjoy the flowing downhill home.
Route
We start at the parking at Hout Bay beach and run up the tar road till East Fort where we turn on to the mountain. Ascending Blackburn Ravine brings us to Hout Bay lookout. From there we go left up to Constantiaberg to bag a peak. We can detour to Elephant’s Bum cave on the way if desired. Instead of returning the same way, we’ll enjoy the downhill to Elephant’s Eye lookout, then take the jeep track to the main path, back to Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn Ravine home.
For those that don’t enjoy climbing up and down Blackburn, they will turn off Blackburn halfway up and take the path towards Chapman’s Peak. At the junction, they can tag Chapman’s Peak or just continue down to the road and enjoy a flowing run down the road back home.
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Hout Bay beach parking opposite Chapman’s Peak hotel before 6h55am ready to start running at 7am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track with tar at the start and end.
The long route is around 14km and the alternative route is around 10km
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi trailers!
Our run tomorrow is ON.
The rain looks like it will hold off, but it will be cloudy and probably misty at the top. Please bring rain and warm clothes just in case.
There will not be a walking group.
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Monday, May 1, 2023 10:44 AM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 6 May 2023: Blackburn, Constantiaberg
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we tackle hills again! We’ll summit Constantiaberg via Blackburn Ravine, a long up, and then enjoy the flowing downhill home.
Route
We start at the parking at Hout Bay beach and run up the tar road till East Fort where we turn on to the mountain. Ascending Blackburn Ravine brings us to Hout Bay lookout. From there we go left up to Constantiaberg to bag a peak. We can detour to Elephant’s Bum cave on the way if desired. Instead of returning the same way, we’ll enjoy the downhill to Elephant’s Eye lookout, then take the jeep track to the main path, back to Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn Ravine home.
For those that don’t enjoy climbing up and down Blackburn, they will turn off Blackburn halfway up and take the path towards Chapman’s Peak. At the junction, they can tag Chapman’s Peak or just continue down to the road and enjoy a flowing run down the road back home.
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Hout Bay beach parking opposite Chapman’s Peak hotel before 6h55am ready to start running at 7am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track with tar at the start and end.
The long route is around 14km and the alternative route is around 10km
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’ll explore Silvermine East starting from Kalk Bay station parking. The solstice will have happened so we can look forward to longer ( but not warmer) days. 😊
Route
We meet at the parking at Kalk Bay station opposite the Norman Road steps. We follow the various steps up to Boyes Drive and wind our way up to Weary Willy’s. Here we go straight up Echo Valley, turning left and then right at the top to do some flowing downhill running down Dead Man’s path. We follow the jeep track to visit the waterfall, which should still be spectacular, and run toward Gate 2 turning right before the gate to climb up to Fat Lady cave. From there we descend to the jeep track turning right to Junction Pool. There are many routes back.
We can detour to Muizenberg cave on the way or turn left at junction Pool towards Nellie’s Pool; pass Nellie’s Pool and then left down the single track through Mimetes Valley (or keep straight on the jeep track). We don’t go down to Bailey’s Kloof but keep an eye out for the turning to the right turning to get back to the jeep track. Follow the jeep track back to Weary Willy’s and back down to Kalk Bay
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Kalk Bay station parking next to Cape to Cuba opposite Wetsuit Warehouse before 7h25am ready to start running at 7h30am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track starting with a climb up to the top of Echo Valley.
The long route is around 14km and the alternative route documented is around 12km. There are many shorter options.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON! It looks wet with a breeze so come prepared.
See you there
liz
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2023 3:08 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 24 June 2023: Silvermine East from Kalk Bay - Echo Valley, Dead Man's Path, Fat Lady Cave
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’ll explore Silvermine East starting from Kalk Bay station parking. The solstice will have happened so we can look forward to longer ( but not warmer) days. 😊
Route
We meet at the parking at Kalk Bay station opposite the Norman Road steps. We follow the various steps up to Boyes Drive and wind our way up to Weary Willy’s. Here we go straight up Echo Valley, turning left and then right at the top to do some flowing downhill running down Dead Man’s path. We follow the jeep track to visit the waterfall, which should still be spectacular, and run toward Gate 2 turning right before the gate to climb up to Fat Lady cave. From there we descend to the jeep track turning right to Junction Pool. There are many routes back.
We can detour to Muizenberg cave on the way or turn left at junction Pool towards Nellie’s Pool; pass Nellie’s Pool and then left down the single track through Mimetes Valley (or keep straight on the jeep track). We don’t go down to Bailey’s Kloof but keep an eye out for the turning to the right turning to get back to the jeep track. Follow the jeep track back to Weary Willy’s and back down to Kalk Bay
Rendezvous and start time
Park in the Kalk Bay station parking next to Cape to Cuba opposite Wetsuit Warehouse before 7h25am ready to start running at 7h30am
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of jeep track and single track starting with a climb up to the top of Echo Valley.
The long route is around 14km and the alternative route documented is around 12km. There are many shorter options.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’ll take a trip down to Cape Point and do the Shipwreck and Sirkelsvlei routes starting at Olifantsbos.
Route
We meet at the parking at Olifantsbos and take the shipwreck route along the beach to view the remains of the wrecks. We then turn off the beach to climb up the hill to the interior. At the junction we turn right and make our way to sirkelsvlei which should be full at this time of year. At the vlei we turn left and make our way along Mimetes Ridge back to the cars.
For those that want a slightly longer run, carry on straight at Sirkelsvlei and do an out and back run to the jeep track crossing (an extra 4kms) before rejoining the route back home.
Rendezvous and start time
The gate opens at 7am. We would like to start running at 7:45am.
The turn off to Olifantsbos is the first right turn after the pay gate (after around 2km) and it is about 10km to the parking.
At the T junction (after 6.4km) turn left and follow the road to the parking area. Look out for animals.
There is limited reception in the park so please make sure you know where you are going and don’t be late.
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of beach and single track.
The route is around 10km with an option to do the out and back to add 4km. There is a shorter option.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Apologies for second email:
Costs: R94 for SA citizens with ID, R376 for others. Wildcard and MyGreenCard accepted
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2023 2:39 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 22 July 2023: Cape Point - Olifantsbos
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’ll take a trip down to Cape Point and do the Shipwreck and Sirkelsvlei routes starting at Olifantsbos.
Route
We meet at the parking at Olifantsbos and take the shipwreck route along the beach to view the remains of the wrecks. We then turn off the beach to climb up the hill to the interior. At the junction we turn right and make our way to sirkelsvlei which should be full at this time of year. At the vlei we turn left and make our way along Mimetes Ridge back to the cars.
For those that want a slightly longer run, carry on straight at Sirkelsvlei and do an out and back run to the jeep track crossing (an extra 4kms) before rejoining the route back home.
Rendezvous and start time
The gate opens at 7am. We would like to start running at 7:45am.
The turn off to Olifantsbos is the first right turn after the pay gate (after around 2km) and it is about 10km to the parking.
At the T junction (after 6.4km) turn left and follow the road to the parking area. Look out for animals.
There is limited reception in the park so please make sure you know where you are going and don’t be late.
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of beach and single track.
The route is around 10km with an option to do the out and back to add 4km. There is a shorter option.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run on Saturday is ON! Remember your entrance fee
Weather will be cool with a gentle breeze – but please come prepared for anything as weather changes fast in the reserve.
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2023 2:42 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 22 July 2023: Cape Point - Olifantsbos
Apologies for second email:
Costs: R94 for SA citizens with ID, R376 for others. Wildcard and MyGreenCard accepted
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2023 2:39 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 22 July 2023: Cape Point - Olifantsbos
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’ll take a trip down to Cape Point and do the Shipwreck and Sirkelsvlei routes starting at Olifantsbos.
Route
We meet at the parking at Olifantsbos and take the shipwreck route along the beach to view the remains of the wrecks. We then turn off the beach to climb up the hill to the interior. At the junction we turn right and make our way to sirkelsvlei which should be full at this time of year. At the vlei we turn left and make our way along Mimetes Ridge back to the cars.
For those that want a slightly longer run, carry on straight at Sirkelsvlei and do an out and back run to the jeep track crossing (an extra 4kms) before rejoining the route back home.
Rendezvous and start time
The gate opens at 7am. We would like to start running at 7:45am.
The turn off to Olifantsbos is the first right turn after the pay gate (after around 2km) and it is about 10km to the parking.
At the T junction (after 6.4km) turn left and follow the road to the parking area. Look out for animals.
There is limited reception in the park so please make sure you know where you are going and don’t be late.
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of beach and single track.
The route is around 10km with an option to do the out and back to add 4km. There is a shorter option.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we are going to explore Silvermine East starting from Kalk Bay going up via Trappieskop and Cave Peak
Route
We meet at the parking at Kalk Bay station and go up the stairs to Boyes Drive. We turn left on Boyes Drive and run to the Trappieskop trail. Just after the saddle at the top there is a single-track path to the right which takes us through to the Cave Peak trail. We turn left along here and go right up a small easy scrambly bit to get to the top. We turn left at the top. At the 3 way junction we turn left and run along Dead Man’s path and then the jeep track through to the waterfall. We turn right along the fisherman’s trail and run to a jeep track.
From the jeep track there are various options and distances:
- Turn right up the Crassula path to the Amphitheatre, through the amphitheatre and down Echo Valley to Weary Willy’s and home – 11km
- Run along the jeep track for 0.6km and turn right up Speciosa Valley, past Kalk Bay Peak and down Spes Bona Valley to Weary Willy’s and home – 13km
- Turn left on the single track to the jeep track leading to Junction Pool and follow the jeep track round and down to Weary Willy’s and home – 15km
A shorter option is to skip Dead Man’s path, run towards the amphitheatre and turn right down Echo Valley to Weary Willy’s – 7km
Rendezvous and start time
The sun is getting up earlier! Park at Kalk Bay Station parking at 7am. Ready to start running at 7h15 am.
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of stairs, jeep track, and single track.
There is a good choice of distances varying from 7km to 15km. To be decided at the junction of Dead Man’s Path
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON.
It will be cool and windy so come prepared.
There will be a walking group led by Peter that will walk along Boyes Drive
Gaeleen will lead a walking group on the route.
See you at Kalk Bay station parking ready to start at 7h15am
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2023 3:34 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 26 August 2023: Silvermine East via Trappieskop and Cave Peak
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we are going to explore Silvermine East starting from Kalk Bay going up via Trappieskop and Cave Peak
Route
We meet at the parking at Kalk Bay station and go up the stairs to Boyes Drive. We turn left on Boyes Drive and run to the Trappieskop trail. Just after the saddle at the top there is a single-track path to the right which takes us through to the Cave Peak trail. We turn left along here and go right up a small easy scrambly bit to get to the top. We turn left at the top. At the 3 way junction we turn left and run along Dead Man’s path and then the jeep track through to the waterfall. We turn right along the fisherman’s trail and run to a jeep track.
From the jeep track there are various options and distances:
- Turn right up the Crassula path to the Amphitheatre, through the amphitheatre and down Echo Valley to Weary Willy’s and home – 11km
- Run along the jeep track for 0.6km and turn right up Speciosa Valley, past Kalk Bay Peak and down Spes Bona Valley to Weary Willy’s and home – 13km
- Turn left on the single track to the jeep track leading to Junction Pool and follow the jeep track round and down to Weary Willy’s and home – 15km
A shorter option is to skip Dead Man’s path, run towards the amphitheatre and turn right down Echo Valley to Weary Willy’s – 7km
Rendezvous and start time
The sun is getting up earlier! Park at Kalk Bay Station parking at 7am. Ready to start running at 7h15 am.
Terrain & Distance
The route is a combination of stairs, jeep track, and single track.
There is a good choice of distances varying from 7km to 15km. To be decided at the junction of Dead Man’s Path
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cold, windy, or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we go back on to table mountain via Kasteelspoort and run the twelve apostles’ route to Grootkop for the gorgeous view (holding thumbs for better weather), exploring tranquility cracks on the way back before descending via Woody Ravine
Route
Option 1: We meet at the parking in Theresa Avenue and trudge up to the pipe track crossing it to scamper up Kasteelspoort. At the top we turn right and run along the twelve apostles’ route till we get to Grootkop. After enjoying the view (weather dependent!), we return on the same path taking a quick detour to explore tranquility cracks before descending via Woody Ravine and making our way along the pipe track back to the cars.
Option 2: For those that don’t enjoy climbing and descending, Gaeleen will be leading a route along the missing link starting further down Theresa Avenue. This has very little elevation and is more runnable.
Rendezvous and start time
For Grootkop route, meet at the entrance to the hiking trail on Theresa Avenue at 6h25 ready to start running at 6h30.
For the missing link, meet at the end of Theresa Avenue at 6h25 ready to start running at 6h30.
Terrain & Distance
Both routes are mainly single track with a bit of jeep track at the start for the Grootkop route. Both routes are around 12km. The Grootkop route will take longer due to the climb.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for windy, and/or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON!
The weather forecast changes hourly so come prepared for cool, wet and/or breezy weather especially if you are going up the mountain.
I will lead a slower group going up the mountain
Gaeleen will lead a relaxed group along the missing link
Lots of options!
No walking group
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2023 9:24 PM
To: 'tmtra...@googlegroups.com' <tmtra...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: RE: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 4 November 2023: Grootkop via Kasteelspoort and tranquility Cracks
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we go back on to table mountain via Kasteelspoort and run the twelve apostles’ route to Grootkop for the gorgeous view (holding thumbs for better weather), exploring tranquility cracks on the way back before descending via Woody Ravine
Route
Option 1: We meet at the parking in Theresa Avenue and trudge up to the pipe track crossing it to scamper up Kasteelspoort. At the top we turn right and run along the twelve apostles’ route till we get to Grootkop. After enjoying the view (weather dependent!), we return on the same path taking a quick detour to explore tranquility cracks before descending via Woody Ravine and making our way along the pipe track back to the cars.
Option 2: For those that don’t enjoy climbing and descending, Gaeleen will be leading a route along the missing link starting further down Theresa Avenue. This has very little elevation and is more runnable.
Rendezvous and start time
For Grootkop route, meet at the entrance to the hiking trail on Theresa Avenue at 6h25 ready to start running at 6h30.
For the missing link, meet at the end of Theresa Avenue at 6h25 ready to start running at 6h30.
Terrain & Distance
Both routes are mainly single track with a bit of jeep track at the start for the Grootkop route. Both routes are around 12km. The Grootkop route will take longer due to the climb.
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for windy, and/or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we are running a point-to-point route from the Turnaround point on Chapman’s Peak Drive (no charge) up to the 4-way intersection for Chapman’s peak, straight up the mountain into Silvermine then back to the Hout Bay lookout, down Blackburn ravine and home.
Car admin is required. We will meet at the beach parking in Hout Bay in front of Beach Café, hop into as few cars as possible to get to the turnaround point and run home. Lifts will be required to fetch cars from the turnaround point afterwards.
Route
From the turnaround point on Chapman’s Peak Drive, we go up to the 4-way intersection. We carry on straight and climb up into Silvermine landing on the jeep track. From here there are 3 options to get to the top of Blackburn Ravine. All are a similar distance but varying terrain. See attached map
- Turn left on the jeep track and follow this until the single track to the top of Blackburn. Turn left on this track, run to the Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – jeep track running and down BlackBurn
- Turn right on the jeep track for about 100m and take the single track leading to the Amphitheatre/Crassula path. Turn left on to this path and run to the jeep track. Turn left on the jeep track until the single track to the top of Blackburn Ravine. Turn right on this track, run to the Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – single track running and down Blackburn
- Turn left on the jeep track and run to the left turn on to the Panorama route along the ridge. Follow this path to the top of Blackburn Ravine. Go down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – single track undulating running and down Blackburn
Rendezvous and start time
We meet at the beach parking in Hout Bay at the bottom of Chapman’s Peak Drive – near the Beach Café at 6h15am. We’ll hop into as few cars as possible and drive up Chapman’s Peak drive through the toll gate (tell them you’re going to the turnaround point – no charge). Park at turnaround point ready to start running as close to 6h30am as possible. If you are late you will need to drive yourself up to the turnaround point – very little parking space available there.
Terrain & Distance
Single track climb up into Silvermine. Depending on the route chosen after that, there will be a mix of jeep track and single track with the last 1km of tar back to the cars.
Distance is around 11km
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cool, windy, and/or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run on Saturday is ON.
The weather is predicted to be cloudy with a breeze but it may change. Please come prepared for any weather as it may be cool in Silvermine.
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, November 12, 2023 7:52 PM
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Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 18 November 2023: Chapman's turnaround point, up into Silvermine and down Blackburn (point to point)
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we are running a point-to-point route from the Turnaround point on Chapman’s Peak Drive (no charge) up to the 4-way intersection for Chapman’s peak, straight up the mountain into Silvermine then back to the Hout Bay lookout, down Blackburn ravine and home.
Car admin is required. We will meet at the beach parking in Hout Bay in front of Beach Café, hop into as few cars as possible to get to the turnaround point and run home. Lifts will be required to fetch cars from the turnaround point afterwards.
Route
From the turnaround point on Chapman’s Peak Drive, we go up to the 4-way intersection. We carry on straight and climb up into Silvermine landing on the jeep track. From here there are 3 options to get to the top of Blackburn Ravine. All are a similar distance but varying terrain. See attached map
- Turn left on the jeep track and follow this until the single track to the top of Blackburn. Turn left on this track, run to the Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – jeep track running and down BlackBurn
- Turn right on the jeep track for about 100m and take the single track leading to the Amphitheatre/Crassula path. Turn left on to this path and run to the jeep track. Turn left on the jeep track until the single track to the top of Blackburn Ravine. Turn right on this track, run to the Hout Bay lookout and down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – single track running and down Blackburn
- Turn left on the jeep track and run to the left turn on to the Panorama route along the ridge. Follow this path to the top of Blackburn Ravine. Go down Blackburn and the jeep track to the road. Run down the road to the beach parking. – single track undulating running and down Blackburn
Rendezvous and start time
We meet at the beach parking in Hout Bay at the bottom of Chapman’s Peak Drive – near the Beach Café at 6h15am. We’ll hop into as few cars as possible and drive up Chapman’s Peak drive through the toll gate (tell them you’re going to the turnaround point – no charge). Park at turnaround point ready to start running as close to 6h30am as possible. If you are late you will need to drive yourself up to the turnaround point – very little parking space available there.
Terrain & Distance
Single track climb up into Silvermine. Depending on the route chosen after that, there will be a mix of jeep track and single track with the last 1km of tar back to the cars.
Distance is around 11km
What to bring
Water, appropriate clothes for cool, windy, and/or wet weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate waterproof/warm gear.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
The red disas have arrived early this year and are already putting on a good show, so we are moving our annual red disa run up by 1 week to Saturday 3 Feb.
We will start at Constantia Nek as this is the quickest way up and hopefully we can beat the hot weather predicted for later on in the day by starting early.
Route
From the start at Constantia Nek we take the shortcuts to avoid the windy jeep track and walk/run up to just past the overseer’s hut where we turn right on to the single track. Some good flowing single track takes us to the ash valley junction where those who want a shorter route can continue straight on, go along Hely-Hutchinson wall and turn right to see the disas at the bottom of the aqueduct. They can then return to the dam wall and make their way home .
The rest of us turn right and follow Smuts Track to the aqueduct junction. Here we turn left and run all the way down aqueduct/disa valley admiring the disas along the way. At the intersection near the waterworks museum, we carry on along the jeep track and turn left to cross the dam wall at Woodhead. At the jeep track we turn left and run to the junction to take us to nursery valley and back home along the single track and shortcuts
Rendezvous and start time
We meet at the Constantia Nek parking at 6am as the parking gets really full really fast. We will start running at 6h10am.
Terrain & Distance
A mixture of jeep track and single track. Distances estimated.
- Shorter run is around 9 - 10km
- Longer run is around 14 - 16km
What to bring
Enough water for hot weather, appropriate clothes for possible misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON
Weather is predicted to be hot and overcast.
Please bring enough water for heat but also be prepared for mist on the mountain so bring appropriate clothing. There is not much drinking water on the mountain.
See you there
liz
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2024 6:55 PM
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next Saturday we’re going visiting! Helderberg Nature Reserve is a great place for a run or a walk. There are lots of routes going up or down the mountain. Not much flat.
The reserve opens at 7h30 and there’s usually a queue to get in so we’ll start at 8am
Route
Longer route: We’ll start at the info centre and run clockwise up to Sugarbird, turn right until protea turnoff, turn left up Protea, left and around Leopard’s Loop turning down at Dark Gorge, cross the river and run down Waboom turning right on to Watsonia for a bit, left on to Protea and left on to Sugarbird to get home.
Shorter route: The same start but continue round Protea (don’t turn up Leopard’s Loop). Protea will take you down to Sugarbird which will bring you home.
Rendezvous and start time.
It is 52km from Plumstead and takes 45 minutes to get there on the N2, will be less from the north.
The reserve opens at 7h30 and there’s usually a queue to get in. Find some parking and meet at the Info centre ready to run at 8am
Terrain & Distance
Mostly jeep track with some single track on the longer route. Lots of ascent and descent.
Very runnable.
Flat only around the dam
- Shorter run is around 8km – extra loops can be done from Sugarbird.
- Longer run is around 12km – extra loops or short cuts are available.
Directions and costs:
Entry fees:
- R20/car (recommend that you drive together with someone)
- R30/adult less than 60 years old
- R20/senior citizen 60 or older
Directions:
What to bring
Enough water for hot weather, appropriate clothes for possible misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
Liz Brash
Morning trailers
Tomorrow’s run is ON.
Weather is predicted to be cool and overcast with a strong breeze. Perfect running weather!
Please come prepared for all weather
See you at the info centre ready to run at 8am
liz
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2024 9:27 PM
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
I hope that everyone is enjoying the long weekend! Next Saturday we do a gentle re-introduction to trail starting from Kalk Bay station parking.
Route
We’ll start from Kalk Bay station parking and climb up the stairs to Boyes Drive. Here we turn left and run along the road to the Trappieskop trail. We follow this over the nek and down towards Clovelly turning left at the end to run along above the houses. This path comes out on the golf course road which we follow through to the small stone bridge where we turn left to join the path up from Sunbird centre. If you miss the stone bridge turning and run through to Sunbird, just follow the path up. We run along this path going up towards Dead Man’s path. At the T junction we turn left and run towards the waterfall. Just before the stone bridge above the waterfall we turn right on to the Old Fisherman’s trail and follow this through to the jeep track. We turn left for a short bit and then turn right on to the trail to Amphitheatre. We go down and through the Amphitheatre and turn left down Echo Valley to Weary Willy’s and home.
Rendezvous and start time.
Meet at Kalk Bay station parking ready to run at 6h45am.
Terrain & Distance
Jeep track and single track.
Route is around 12km.
If you want to skip the amphitheatre and run on the jeep track round to Weary Willy’s, it is about 14km but more runnable.
What to bring
Enough water for hot weather, appropriate clothes for possible misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
Liz Brash
Hi Trailers!
Tomorrow’s run is ON!
The weather will be overcast and windy. Please come prepared for all weather on top of the mountain.
NB: There is a 6km road run starting at Kalk Bay at 7am. The parking could be compromised. Please arrive early – before 6h30 - to get parking.
Bring headlights just in case
See you there
Liz 082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, March 31, 2024 6:08 PM
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Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Next week we will explore the Cape Point Nature reserve from the start at Olifantsbos. We will run along the beach to visit the wrecks and the climb up to the plateau to run round Sirkelsvlei.
Route
From the start at Olifantsbos parking we will run along the beach visiting various wrecks along the way. After the last one, we turn left to go up the hill to the plateau and run the flowing single tracks up there. At the junction, there is the option to turn left back to the parking for a short run or turn left along to SIrkelsvlei. At Sirkelsvlei we turn left to run back along the ridge to the parking. At that point there is an option to run straight to get to the road for an out and back to add extra mileage
Rendezvous and start time
The Gate opens at 7am officially. We will plan to start running at 7h45am to give people time to get there. There is no reception so we won’t know if you’re running late
Terrain & Distance
A mixture of beach and single track. Distances estimated.
- The Sirkelsvlei run is around 10km
- The short turn off is around 5km
- The out and back can add up to 4kms depending on where you turn round
What to bring
Appropriate clothes for possible misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
Liz Brash
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON!
There will be a walking group.
Weather looks good for running with a strong breeze.
Please ensure you’re on time as we have no reception to get a message.
Olifantsbos is about 10km from the gate so plan your journey. First right turn after the gate.
See you there
Liz 082 893 8617
From: Liz Brash <liz_...@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Monday, June 3, 2024 8:56 AM
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liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
As there has been so much damage and many areas of the mountain and cape point are closed, we will play it safe on Saturday and explore Silvermine West.
There is an entrance fee of R40 so remember your wildcard, green card or cash plus ID
Route
We will park at the first car park just left of the entrance gate. From there we will run up the River Walk and take the track that leads to the Bike car park. We run through the car park and go up Steenberg Ridge following it to the track down to Elephants eye lookout. Once at the lookout, we can decide to go to the cave as a detour or turn left along the jeep track to get back to the main track. We go up toward Hout Bay lookout but take the left turn to run the amphitheatre path. We follow this flowing track to the jeep track, turn left and run down to the first right turn and take the single track down towards Ou Kaapse Weg. When we reach the jeep track, we turn left to get back to the car park.
Rendezvous and start time
The Gate opens at 8am. Please try and arrive early as there will be a queue. We will plan to start running at 8h15am. There is no reception so we won’t know if you’re running late
Terrain & Distance
A mixture of degraded jeep and single track. Distance estimated at around 12km with shorter and longer options available.
What to bring
Appropriate clothes for possible rain, misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
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Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
Our run on Saturday is ON.
As the river walk is closed we will now meet at the mountain bike parking which is halfway up the tar road to the dam – on the right
It looks like we will have a break in the weather but come prepared just in case.
There will be a walking group starting at the dam parking
See you there
liz
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liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
We return to the top of table mountain this week starting at Kloof Nek parking, going up via Diagonal, exploring Echo Valley and descending via Kasteelspoort. Diagonal has some exposure – for those that don’t enjoy exposure there are various options – run through to ascend via Woody Ravine and descend via Kasteelspoort or out and back on the pipetrack
Route
We park at Kloof Nek and start off with a 2.5km jaunt along the pipe track. When we reach the turn off to Diagonal we turn left and ascend to the top of the mountain. We can explore Valken Labyrinth before turning left and running through the Valley of the Red Gods to the Junction in Echo Valley. We turn right to run along the valley. At the second junction there are 2 options:
Short: Turn right and run down to meet the jeep track from the dams, Turn right on to the jeep track and run through to Kasteelspoort, down and back along the pipe track (12km)
Long: Continue straight to Smuts Track, turn right and run through to the Aqueduct junction. Turn down Aqueduct and run through to the dam wall and the jeep track. Follow the same route home as the short run (16km)
Rendezvous and start time
Meet at Kloof Nek parking at 6h20 ready to run at 6h30
Terrain & Distance
Pipetrack, jeep track and single track. Short route 12km Longer route 16km
What to bring
Appropriate clothes for possible rain, misty, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe
- Please ensure that you are carrying personal medication required if suffering from any medical conditions
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON.
The weather is predicted to be cool, drizzly and windy. Please come suitably dressed - warm and waterproof clothing.
There is NO walking group.
Lorraine will be running the pipetrack and exploring some of the paths below it.
See you there
Liz
082 893 8617
liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
Next week we will explore a new route for trailers in Cape Point – starting at Gifkommetjie (13km) or Platboom (17km) and running back to the entrance gate on the Hiking Trail route. Car admin is involved.
We will park just after the entrance gate and jump into one or 2 cars and drive to Gifkommetjie or Platboom for those who want a longer route.
Entrance fee – R100 SA citizens (card/no cash) , green card, wildcard
Route
From the start at Gifkommetjie/Platboom we run on the trail along the coast turning inland about 1,5 km past Gifkommetjie and running to Sirkelsvlei. We go straight past Sirkelsvlei and run to the Olifantsbos tar road. We cross that and go up to Rooihoogte and down to the gate. Walkers can either do the Gifkommetjie loop or start at the gate and walk to Sirkelsvlei and back.
Rendezvous and start time
The Gate opens at 6am officially. We will meet there as close to 6am as possible for briefing and then drive to the start venues. We will try and start as close to 6h30 – 6h45 as possible. Please be early to avoid a long queue
There is no reception so we won’t know if you’re running late
Terrain & Distance
Mostly single track. Distances estimated.
- The Gifkommetjie run is around 13km
- The Platboom run is around 17km
- The out and back to Sirkelsvlei from the gate is around 10km
What to bring
Entrance fee – R100 (card/no cash) , green card, wildcard
Appropriate clothes for possible cool, windy weather, whistle, a space blanket and your ICE information
Please check the weather before you set off from home and pack the appropriate gear, water and food.
Please note that TMT unfortunately does not allow dogs on its runs.
- Please carry emergency contact numbers on your wrist/shoe
- If you are not well, please stay at home
Liz Brash
082 893 8617
***
Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running. It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed. To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.
liz_...@mweb.co.za
Hi Trailers
Our run tomorrow is ON
No official walking group
The weather is predicted to be cool and breezy.
See you at the parking just after the entrance gate. We will leave there around 6h15 to drive to the start
Liz
082 893 8617
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