TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 14TH NOVEMBER 2026 - NEWLANDS: TRAIL FUN ADVENTURES' UTCT CURTAIN RAISER

Hi Trailers!

 

Since this coming weekend is VOB’s Grape Run and many are helping at registration and setup, we will be joining Trail Fun Adventures’ UTCT Curtain Raiser.

We meet at 6:15am in the Newlands Forest carpark, ready to run at 6:30am.

 

There are 2 routes on offer:

• 13km – A taster of the UTCU route including Rhodes memorial and the Blockhouse climb, or
• 7km – A gentler route, excluding the big climb to Rhodes mem and the Blockhouse.

 

We’ll share the .gpx files on WhatApp.  Please DM me if you want to be added to the Table Mountain Trailers WhatsApp group.

 

Dress in weather appropriate and proper train running gear. Must include a windproof/rain jacket. Carry plenty of water and energy snacks.

 

Make sure your “In Case of Emergency” info is clearly discoverable on your person.  If you are unconscious:

• Who do we call? What’s their number?
• What’s your medical aid plan and number?

 

This week’s run coordinator:

Lorraine

0725750914

 

 

 

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Fw: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 2026 - MAIDEN'S COVE - THE GLEN - LION'S HEAD - SIGNAL HILL

Good morning Trailers!

Tomorrow’s Atlantic-side run is on! The weather looks to be fresh, overcast and possibly a little damp but that’s great running weather so hope to see you all at Maiden’s Cove car park at 6:25. 

Water temperature will be about 13.5° C. Pack your wetsuits!  😉

Lorraine Nevin

0725750914

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Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 2026 - MAIDEN'S COVE - THE GLEN - LION'S HEAD - SIGNAL HILL

 

Hi Trailers,

Can you believe it’s November already? The mornings are bright, the air carries that first hint of summer, and Cape Town is preparing for the tourist season—short sleeves, sunblock, and all!

This Saturday, we’re in for another great trail treat: we’ll meet at the Maiden’s Cove Tidal Pool Braai Area in Clifton. From there, we’ll climb up to Lion’s Head via the Glen trail, sweep along to the far end of Signal Hill to tag the beacon, and then enjoy a gentle meander back down through the Glen. The route is around 11.5 km, with the option to push a little further up the Lion’s Neck if you’re craving extra distance and elevation.

Expect sparkling Atlantic views, fynbos scents in the air, and that unbeatable Mother City backdrop.

Here’s a Strava link from the last time we tackled this route:  https://strava.app.link/DgUw4MVdiQb

Meeting point: Maiden’s Cove Tidal Pool Car Park (coordinates: -33.9445348, 18.3757808)

Start time: 6:30am sharp – please arrive and sign in by 6:25am

What to bring:

• Plenty of water

• Sunblock and weather-appropriate layers

• Whistle, space blanket, and your ICE tag/card

• A cozzie + towel if you’re brave enough for a chilly post-run dip in the tidal pool

Please remember: no dogs on our runs.

All the usual T&Cs apply – see the blog for details: www.tablemountaintrailers.org.za

Let’s kick off the summer season in true Cape Town style—views, sweat, and maybe even a swim!

 

See you Saturday,

Lorraine
072 575 0914

 

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 2026 - MAIDEN'S COVE - THE GLEN - LION'S HEAD - SIGNAL HILL

Hi Trailers,

Can you believe it’s November already? The mornings are bright, the air carries that first hint of summer, and Cape Town is preparing for the tourist season—short sleeves, sunblock, and all!

This Saturday, we’re in for another great trail treat: we’ll meet at the Maiden’s Cove Tidal Pool Braai Area in Clifton. From there, we’ll climb up to Lion’s Head via the Glen trail, sweep along to the far end of Signal Hill to tag the beacon, and then enjoy a gentle meander back down through the Glen. The route is around 11.5 km, with the option to push a little further up the Lion’s Neck if you’re craving extra distance and elevation.

Expect sparkling Atlantic views, fynbos scents in the air, and that unbeatable Mother City backdrop.

Here’s a Strava link from the last time we tackled this route:  https://strava.app.link/DgUw4MVdiQb

Meeting point: Maiden’s Cove Tidal Pool Car Park (coordinates: -33.9445348, 18.3757808)

Start time: 6:30am sharp – please arrive and sign in by 6:25am

What to bring:

• Plenty of water

• Sunblock and weather-appropriate layers

• Whistle, space blanket, and your ICE tag/card

• A cozzie + towel if you’re brave enough for a chilly post-run dip in the tidal pool

Please remember: no dogs on our runs.

All the usual T&Cs apply – see the blog for details: www.tablemountaintrailers.org.za

Let’s kick off the summer season in true Cape Town style—views, sweat, and maybe even a swim!

 

See you Saturday,

Lorraine
072 575 0914

 

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FW: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS TMT Saturday 31st October

 

 

Hi Trailers!

 

 

Tomorrow’s run is ON – weather predicted to be overcast with a slight breeze.  Please remember your entrance fee, a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water.

Our route:  Silvermine ou Wapad and the Sunbird Centre

Rendezvous and start time

First entrance to Silvermine on the right coming from Tokai (Dam side). Gates to the reserve open at 7:00am but the queues can be long so get there early and parking is limited, so please consider sharing lifts.  We'll meet at  7:15am at the parking to the left just after the gate, to start running as soon as possible thereafter.  Please note there is no cell phone signal at the gate.

 

Please note there is an entrance fee of R44 for SA Citizens (cash only and remember to bring your ID), unless you have Wild Card or Green Card  https://www.sanparks.org/parks/table-mountain/cards-permits/my-green-card

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

 Gae (083 55 696 79)

 

 

 

 

 

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FW: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS TMT Saturday 31st October

 

 

Hi Trailers!

 

 

This week TMT will be returning to Silvermine (Gate 1)

Our route:  Silvermine ou Wapad and the Sunbird Centre

Rendezvous and start time

First entrance to Silvermine on the right coming from Tokai (Dam side). Gates to the reserve open at 7:00am but the queues can be long so get there early and parking is limited, so please consider sharing lifts.  We'll meet at  7:15am at the parking to the left just after the gate, to start running as soon as possible thereafter.  Please note there is no cell phone signal at the gate.

 

Please note there is an entrance fee of R44 for SA Citizens (cash only and remember to bring your ID), unless you have Wild Card or Green Card  https://www.sanparks.org/parks/table-mountain/cards-permits/my-green-card

Route
We will do this route in an anti-clockwise direction – we start off with some single tracks,  and run the Old Wagon Route.  We then cross over Ou Kaapse Weg (be mindful of the traffic) and then up the Silvermine valley via the Sunbird Centre, back to the car park at Gate 2, and cross over Ou Kaapse Weg again (be mindful of the traffic )and back to our cars

Terrain and Distance.   Some undulating bush trails and gravel tracks via the Old Wagon Road.  Then a good downhill jog to the Sunbird centre then a gradually steeping run up the valley. 

Distance will be approx. 14 km and  in the region of 2hrs 30 mins – extra loops can be added for the faster groups – see attached route.

Our runs are pack runs and will may split into 2 or 3 pace groups on the day. 

What to bring  

Hat, sunscreen, 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

 Gae (083 55 696 79)

 

 

 

 

 

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 24 October 2026 - Tygerberg Nature Reserve

Happy Monday Trailers!

This week we're in The North with a later start at Tygerberg Nature Reserve. 

Route details

The park is not big but there are good single tracks and a bit of elevation for us to zig and zag around with amazing panoramic views. 

We will start with the Duiker loop and then join up with Tortoise up to the transmitter, along Watsonia and down right onto Grey Rhebok.  Following the border to Honey Badger and then joining up with Ukhetshe we will follow the path back round until we get to the Golden Mole intersection where we'll go right and wiggle waggle back to the visitors center.  

 All in all, around 12km and about 2.5 hours for the relaxed group as we stop to admire the view. 

Rendezvous and Start Time

The main entrance parking lot is at the end of Totius Street, Welgemoed. 

The park opens at 07h30 but please come earlier as parking can fill quickly, we will meet just inside the gate passed the ticket office to avoid a queue. We'll start as close to 07h30 as we can.

Please note there is a R40 entrance fee and the reserve gate is cashless. This reserve is not part of SANParks or Cape Nature, so My Green Card will not work here.

What to bring 

Entrance fee, water, whistle, warm, wind, or waterproof top depending on weather plus your space blanket and ICE information.

 Important:

This is a pack run with regular regroups. We usually split into two or three pace groups. Group leaders will be indicated on the day. Remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to ensure the people behind you see which way you are going. 

  

*Please note adjustments to the route may be made whilst running depending on the group and weather conditions.

  

Unfortunately no dogs are allowed on our runs.

 

 

Have a great week!

Samantha

0723144341

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Fw: Saturday 17th October - Let's go up..

The above picture shows a lot...

Unfortunately for this very beautiful route, at TMT time, there looks to be high, mid and low cloud.  Lots of it.

The rain shows very little, but it shows.

Temperature perfect, but plan a warm top and a rain top along with your water and snacks.

It is often ok at the cars and very cold at the top.

The wind shows a change while we are out - from North to South, and the South can be FREEZING cold, be warned.

See you tomorrow at 7am..

Geoff Nell

+27 82 570 4405

geoff@edgetec.co.za

www.edgetec.co.za

 

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From: Geoff Nell <geoff@edgetec.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2026 8:31 PM
To: tmtrailers@googlegroups.com <tmtrailers@googlegroups.com>
Subject: Saturday 17th October - Let's go up..

 

Start 7am Theresa Avenue Camps Bay

We go up the cement, left, up Diagonal BUT...

Continue going up Porcupine instead of right at the diagonal sign after the rocks.  The rocks should be magnificent if the water is running.  Fantastic scenery on that side of the mountain, let's hope the viz is clear.

At the top, there are various options, don't be fooled by the distance, there is some climbing:

1.  Short - down Kasteels

   https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3460055?units=km

2. Slightly longer - down Woody

3. If you are brave - down 3 Firs
4. If you are extremely brave - down Slangolie

5. Long - down Corridor

   https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3460074?units=km

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.

4] no doggies

Geoff

082 570 4405

 

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS RANDOLPH MORT

Dear Trailers,

It is with great sadness that we pass on the news that Randolph Mort, one of the original members of Table Mountain Trailers, has passed away.

Randolph was a faithful presence on our Saturday mornings for many years. He signed the register for his 177th sortie back in 2024. He was also a trailblazer in the literal sense: in September 2014 he went to a great deal of trouble to pioneer the Hout Bay / Oude Schip / Rocket Road route beforehand, and it turned out to be a great success, with 27 of us out on the day.

The details of his memorial service are:

Date: Saturday 17 October 2026
Time: 3:00 pm
Venue: Plumstead Presbyterian Church, Victoria Road, Plumstead

All who knew Randolph are welcome to attend. If you have a memory or photo of him you would like to share, please reply to this email and I will pass it on to his family.

Our thoughts are with Randolph's family and friends at this sad time.

With warm regards,
Lorraine and Gaeleen

Table Mountain Trailers

 

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 17th October - Let's go up..

Start 7am Theresa Avenue Camps Bay

We go up the cement, left, up Diagonal BUT...

Continue going up Porcupine instead of right at the diagonal sign after the rocks.  The rocks should be magnificent if the water is running.  Fantastic scenery on that side of the mountain, let's hope the viz is clear.

At the top, there are various options, don't be fooled by the distance, there is some climbing:

1.  Short - down Kasteels

   https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3460055?units=km

2. Slightly longer - down Woody

3. If you are brave - down 3 Firs
4. If you are extremely brave - down Slangolie

5. Long - down Corridor

   https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3460074?units=km

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.

4] no doggies

Geoff

082 570 4405

 

Fwd: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 3 Oct @ 6.30am Rhodes Mem, Blockhouse, Oppelskop

Tomorrow's run is ON. Weather looks good, expect a few gusts of wind 

Margaret 

072 432 2768 

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From: Margaret Möller <margaretrunning@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Sept 2026, 05:01
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 3 Oct @ 6.30am Rhodes Mem, Blockhouse, Oppelskop
To: TMTrailers@googlegroups.com <tmtrailers@googlegroups.com>

MorningTrailers

Saturday 3 Oct @ 6.30am we run from Rhodes Mem lower parking gate to Kings Blockhouse, up Mowbray Ridge then via Devils Peak traverse to Oppelskop returning via the lower contour path to the cannon, down to the lower jeep track back to the start.. 

Distance: approximately 14.4kms

The shorter distance 11.3kms does not include the climb and elevation

Start 6.30am from Rhodes Mem lower parking gate

https://maps.app.goo.gl/YC1UCjAoEA8JUXv37  (👈🏽 click for directions)

Route GPX 

GPX download on TMT WhatsApp 

See you there

Margaret Möller

0724322768

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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