Fwd: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2025

SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2025

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS (TOTALSPORTS VOB MEDIUM DISTANCE TRAIL GROUP)  - Newlands Forest

Tomorrow's run is ON. START TIME 06h00.

Dawn is 06h02 so presumably light enough to start running without a headlamp.

Sunrise is 06h28.

Weather looks good.  Partly cloudy and about 17°C north westerly to westerly breeze.

This Saturday we will head into the ever-popular Newlands Forest.

PLEASE NOTE THE EARLY START TIME OF 06h00. NORMALLY NEWLANDS FOREST IS HECTIC ON A SATURDAY MORNING. HOWEVER, WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT TUESDAY TRAILS WILL ALSO BE STARTING A RUN (23km) IN NEWLANDS FOREST THIS SATURDAY MORNING SO IT WILL BE EXTRA CHAOTIC. TUESDAY TRAILS IS STARTING AT 06h30. SO WE NEED TO TRY AND GET THERE BY AT LEAST 05h30 OR CONSIDER UBERING / LIFT CLUBBING.

Brief Description of Route

From the Newlands Forest car park (near the helipad and VWS base) we will first head over into Kirstenbosch and climb to the contour path via the Window Gorge steps and continue up and over the 400 steps / Aloes.  Shortly after dropping down the other side of the Aloes (not at the big rock) we drop down again to access Hiddingh Steps, Woodcutters Path and continue more or less at that level until we hit the sharp drop down the lower section of Snake Bite which we descend.  Cross straight over the Plumpudding Hill jeep track and continue to Rhodes Mem. From there we drop down into UCT and do a fast, flat University Avenue (or whatever it's called these days) and make our way back the cars though the zoo and past the Newlands Reservoir

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Newlands Forest car park in time to start running at 06h00 (please come at least 10 mins earlier to allow time for signing the register and for the pre-run brief). An early start is needed because the parking gets hectic.

Terrain and Distance

Mixture of jeep track, single track and even a little stretch of t*r.  Nothing particularly technical about this route.

There will be a relaxed group.  There will be NO walking group.

About 13kms with 665m of elevation.

 Strava link: https://strava.app.link/UiNLQIrhVQb .

GPX file  – see attached

About 2.5 hours

Lots of options to drop down to the cars to form a shorter route group.

Please take note of the longer time for this route as well as the earlier start time

How to get there?

Easy to find.  Entrance to car park is right on the M3 heading towards the City from the southern suburbs.  Right below the big mountain. 

Newlands Forest Station / Fire Base parking area (Click for Google Maps)

IMPORTANT:
Please make sure to bring enough water ie. minimum 1.5L for the duration of the run. Also ensure you carry a warm/windproof top and a whistle.  Also please carry some form of ICE details

Totalsports VOB does not permit dogs on our runs.

Tim

Run Manager

(082 321 0299)
Totalsports VOB's Medium Distance Trail Group
Blog: http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/ <http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/>

Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It takes place over 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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Fwd: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: : Saturday 22 February 2025 – Newlands Forest

Hi All

 

Table Mountain Trailers: Saturday 22 February 2025 – Newlands Forest

This Saturday we will head into the ever-popular Newlands Forest

 

Brief Description of Route

From the Newlands Forest car park (near the helipad and VWS base) we will first head over into Kirstenbosch and climb to the contour path via the Window Gorge steps and continue up and over the 400 steps / Aloes.  Shortly after dropping down the other side of the Aloes (not at the big rock) we drop down again to access Hiddingh Steps, Woodcutters Path and continue more or less at that level until we hit the sharp drop down the lower section of Snake Bite which we descend.  Cross straight over the Plumpudding Hill jeep track and continue to Rhodes Mem. From there we drop down into UCT and do a fast, flat University Avenue (or whatever it's called these days) and make our way back the cars though the zoo and past the Newlands Reservoir

 

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Newlands Forest car park in time to start running at 06h00 (please come at least 10 mins earlier to allow time for signing the register and for the pre-run brief). An early start is needed because the parking gets hectic.

 

Terrain and Distance

Mixture of jeep track, single track and even a little stretch of t*r.  Nothing particularly technical about this route.

 

There will be a relaxed group.  Walking group to be confirmed.

 

About 13kms with 665m of elevation.

 

Strava link: https://strava.app.link/UiNLQIrhVQb . If any kind person can convert it to a gpx file I will send that out on Friday too.

 

About 2.5 hours

 

Lots of options to drop down to the cars to form a shorter route group.

 

Please take note of the longer time for this route as well as the earlier start time

How to get there?

Easy to find.  Entrance to car park is right on the M3 heading towards the City from the southern suburbs.  Right below the big mountain. 😊

IMPORTANT:
Please make sure to bring enough water ie. minimum 1.5L for the duration of the run. Also ensure you carry a warm/windproof top and a whistle.  Also please carry some form of ICE details

 

Totalsports VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Tim

Run Manager

(082 321 0299)

Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It takes 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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FW: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Nest Run Saturday 15th February - Red Disa run

Hi Trailers

 

Happy Valentines Day

 

Tomorrow's run is ON.  Please remember earlier start time

 

Weather is going to be warm with a welcome breeze.

 

No official walking group

 

See you in the morning

 

Gaeleen

0835569679

 

 

Saturday 15th February 2025 –  Red Disa Run – Constantia Neck, Reservoirs, Aqueducts – a few optional routes

This Saturday we will go on our annual hunt for the Red Disas.  Our route takes us from Constantia neck to the Aqueducts, where the Red Disas are in full bloom.

Brief Description of Route

From the Constantia Neck parking,  up the single track past the 'Bailiff cottage'.  From here there will be a few options to get to the Aqueducts.  Your leader of the day will choose the route.  We hope to all meet at the ponds near the aqueducts to see and photograph the red disas.

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant, (I'm making the start nice and early because the parking gets full and we have a longer run) - in time to start running at 06h00 (please come at least 10 mins earlier to allow time for signing the register and for the pre-run brief)  Just for fun – wear something red  

Terrain and Distance

The usual uphill start up the single track up to the 'Bailiff cottage' .  Thereafter, good and easy single and Jeep tracks .   More or less 14 km taking in the region of about 3.0 hours.  Please note this is a pack run, and we will divide into a few pace groups on the day with a leader and a sweep chosen per group,  I have plotted out a potential route for the longer version, as well as one for the relaxed group – see attached GPX files.

There will be a relaxed group. 

Please take note of the longer time for this route as well as the earlier start time

How to get there?

From the Constantia side head up towards Hout Bay. At the circle, go three-quarters round and park at the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant.

IMPORTANT:
Please make sure to bring enough water ie. minimum 1.5L for the duration of the run. Also ensure you carry a warm/windproof top and a whistle.  Also please carry some form of ICE details

 

Totalsports VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Gaeleen

Run Manager

(083 55 696 79)

Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It takes 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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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Nest Run Saturday 15th February - Red Disa run

 

 

Hi All

 

Saturday 15th February 2025 –  Red Disa Run – Constantia Neck, Reservoirs, Aqueducts – a few optional routes

This Saturday we will go on our annual hunt for the Red Disas.  Our route takes us from Constantia neck to the Aqueducts, where the Red Disas are in full bloom.

Brief Description of Route

From the Constantia Neck parking,  up the single track past the 'Bailiff cottage'.  From here there will be a few options to get to the Aqueducts.  Your leader of the day will choose the route.  We hope to all meet at the ponds near the aqueducts to see and photograph the red disas.

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant, (I'm making the start nice and early because the parking gets full and we have a longer run) - in time to start running at 06h00 (please come at least 10 mins earlier to allow time for signing the register and for the pre-run brief)  Just for fun – wear something red  

Terrain and Distance

The usual uphill start up the single track up to the 'Bailiff cottage' .  Thereafter, good and easy single and Jeep tracks .   More or less 14 km taking in the region of about 3.0 hours.  Please note this is a pack run, and we will divide into a few pace groups on the day with a leader and a sweep chosen per group,  I have plotted out a potential route for the longer version, as well as one for the relaxed group – see attached GPX files.

There will be a relaxed group.  Walking group to be confirmed.

Please take note of the longer time for this route as well as the earlier start time

How to get there?

From the Constantia side head up towards Hout Bay. At the circle, go three-quarters round and park at the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant.

IMPORTANT:
Please make sure to bring enough water ie. minimum 1.5L for the duration of the run. Also ensure you carry a warm/windproof top and a whistle.  Also please carry some form of ICE details

 

Totalsports VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Gaeleen

Run Manager

(083 55 696 79)

Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It takes 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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Fw: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 08 February 2025: East Fort, Hout Bay

Happy Friday Trailers

Tomorrows run is ON!

There will not be a walking group.

See you there 😊

Begin forwarded message:

On Monday, February 3, 2025, 9:05 AM, Samantha Brinkmann <sammybri@yahoo.com> wrote:

Happy Monday Trailers

This Saturday we're in the Republic of Hout Bay.

Route details

Starting from the parking by Velocity Gym, we warm up with a trot up the road to the start of the trail at East Fort. From the shortcut trail we join the jeep track until we get the split to the higher contour path where we may split into groups, those who don't like heights or don't want the steeper climb can continue along the jeep track.  We all end up at Blackburn Ravine and follow the contour path towards Chapmans Peak.  Along the single track we are treated to magnificent views (weather permitting) across the bay, note there is some mild exposure in sections adding to the adventure.

At approximately 7km groups can decide whether to summit Chapmans Peak or head down to Chapmans Peak drive, popping out by the "ticket checker".  From here we have a leg stretch on the tar (approx 4km) back to our cars.

Please remember this a social pack run led by committee with plenty of opportunities for photographs, and its important that we look out for each other. 

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Velocity Gym parking area at the bottom of Chappies, please come 5 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing, ready to start at 06:30.

Terrain and Distance

A mix of jeep track, single track and tar.  

Distance: +- 12 kms taking about 2h00 - 2h30mins, longer if doing Chapmans Peak summit.

Walking group will be confirmed in Fridays mail.

*Please note adjustments to the route may be made whilst running depending on the group and weather conditions. Remember to check Friday's email just in case there are changes.

What to bring  

Water, whistle, warm/windproof top, rain jacket - weather dependent, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Please make sure that you are carrying the right equipment, enough food and water.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.  Please keep together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

PS  Sorry no dogs allowed on VOB runs

Have a great week!

Samantha

0723144341

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 08 February 2025: East Fort, Hout Bay

Happy Monday Trailers

This Saturday we're in the Republic of Hout Bay.

Route details

Starting from the parking by Velocity Gym, we warm up with a trot up the road to the start of the trail at East Fort. From the shortcut trail we join the jeep track until we get the split to the higher contour path where we may split into groups, those who don't like heights or don't want the steeper climb can continue along the jeep track.  We all end up at Blackburn Ravine and follow the contour path towards Chapmans Peak.  Along the single track we are treated to magnificent views (weather permitting) across the bay, note there is some mild exposure in sections adding to the adventure.

At approximately 7km groups can decide whether to summit Chapmans Peak or head down to Chapmans Peak drive, popping out by the "ticket checker".  From here we have a leg stretch on the tar (approx 4km) back to our cars.

Please remember this a social pack run led by committee with plenty of opportunities for photographs, and its important that we look out for each other. 

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Velocity Gym parking area at the bottom of Chappies, please come 5 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing, ready to start at 06:30.

Terrain and Distance

A mix of jeep track, single track and tar.  

Distance: +- 12 kms taking about 2h00 - 2h30mins, longer if doing Chapmans Peak summit.

Walking group will be confirmed in Fridays mail.

*Please note adjustments to the route may be made whilst running depending on the group and weather conditions. Remember to check Friday's email just in case there are changes.

What to bring  

Water, whistle, warm/windproof top, rain jacket - weather dependent, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Please make sure that you are carrying the right equipment, enough food and water.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.  Please keep together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

PS  Sorry no dogs allowed on VOB runs

Have a great week!

Samantha

0723144341

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 1st February 2025, Silvermine West (Gate 1)

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Hi Trailers,

OUR RUN IS ON TOMORROW!    and     THERE WILL BE A WALKING GROUP.

Weather:   Looks good , 17 - 24 degrees and sunny   Remember the sun block and a costume and some refereshments afterwards.

 

On Saturday and explore Silvermine West. There is an entrance fee of R42 so remember your wildcard, green card or cash plus ID

Route

From the dam parking, we head up onto Steenberg ridge.  Thereafter we make our way to the fire lookout, and potentially an out and back to Elephant's eye cave..  We then make our way back to the jeep track and head out to the Blackburn Ravine lookout overlooking Hout Bay. Weather permitting, we will take the Panoramic /Skyline route until we join the jeep track again.  There is an option to do the Amphitheatre/Crassula path instead.  From the jeep track we take a nice single track to join the Old Wagon Road and head towards the gate parking, finishing off going up the River Walk and back to the cars at the dam for a well deserved cool off swim. 

There are a couple of short cut options for the RELAXED group.

The Walking Group will be confirmed later in the week. CONFIRMED

GPX - SilverMine West Route

Rendezvous and start time

The Gate opens at 7am. Please try and arrive early as there will be a queue. We will plan to start running at 7h20am. 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 13km 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
• You may want to bring a costume / towel to cool off in the dam afterwards

Raymond Fuller

082 498 7678

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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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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 1st February 2025, Silvermine West (Gate 1) PLEASE CHECK THE ROOKIE OUT

Hi Trailers,

 

On Saturday and explore Silvermine West. There is an entrance fee of R42 so remember your wildcard, green card or cash plus ID

Route

From the dam parking, we head up onto Steenberg ridge.  Thereafter we make our way to the fire lookout, and potentially an out and back to Elephant's eye cave..  We then make our way back to the jeep track and head out to the Blackburn Ravine lookout overlooking Hout Bay. Weather permitting, we will take the Panoramic /Skyline route until we join the jeep track again.  There is an option to do the Amphitheatre/Crassula path instead.  From the jeep track we take a nice single track to join the Old Wagon Road and head towards the gate parking, finishing off going up the River Walk and back to the cars at the dam for a well deserved cool off swim. 

There are a couple of short cut options for the RELAXED group.

The Walking Group will be confirmed later in the week.

GPX - SilverMine West Route

Rendezvous and start time

The Gate opens at 7am. Please try and arrive early as there will be a queue. We will plan to start running at 7h20am. 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 13km 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
• You may want to bring a costume / towel to cool off in the dam afterwards

Raymond Fuller

082 498 7678

 ***

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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