TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS; SATURDAY 5TH MARCH 2022: VLAKKENBERGK:C'NEK:(ROOIKAT):SILVERHURST

Hi Trailers!

This coming week we'll be returning to an old favourite - Vlakkenberg... but with a difference. 

A section of our 'normal' Vlakkies route has been closed due to development so we will be approaching the peak from the Constantia side, following the route designed in July last year by the good folk at Gone store.
(If you are on Strava, look for the Gone2Gone segment. https://www.strava.com/routes/2844493720690593262.)

We'll park at High Constantia and grin and bear the first couple of kms of tar at the beginning as we warm up - to the top of Price Drive and the start of the trail. After the initial steep ascent, we'll head towards the Peak one some flowing single track. 

We'll continue to follow the Gone2Gone route from the Peak to Constantia Nek, descending alongside the Silvermist vineyards, and will cross the road at the Nek to begin the second section of the route.

The longer faster group will take a quick jog along the Contour path and up Rooikat Ravine before descending to Cecilia Forest and to the top of Southern Cross Drive via the Cork Forest. (Or any variation on this that the leader decides on the day.)

The medium/relaxed group will run directly to the top of SCD from the Nek and head down.

We will all have to endure another section of tar before joining the Silverhurst trail and back to the cars.

There may be a walking group which will require some car admin - to be confirmed on Friday.

Rendezvous and Start Time

We'll meet in the High Constantia car park just after 6am ready to start running at 6.15,

The weather will be warm by all accounts so please bring plenty of water, plus the usual compulsory kit.

Terrain and Distance

Tar, single track, jeep track = a bit of everything.

Distance will be 18km if Rooikat is included, about 12km if not.

Please remember this a social pack run led by committee with plenty of opportunities for photographs, and it's important that we look out for each other. Within your speed group, you will need to be sure that if you come to a turn that the runner behind you has seen which way you go.  

*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.

Please remember our group runs are still under COVID protocols. 

 ·         No gathering in a big group at start or end of the run

·         All runners to carry a mask or buff

·         Practice social distancing

·         We will break into small groups as per regulations while we run

·         Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe

·         We will monitor the groups on a weekly basis for size

·         VOB reserves the right to stop TMT if the COVID infections increase again in the Western Cape

·         If you have any symptoms or have been in contact with anyone with symptoms, please stay at home

Let me know if you have any questions.

Lorraine

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Re: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 26 February 2022: East Fort, Hout Bay

Good Morning Trailers

Our run for tomorrow is ON

Weather looks good but please come prepared (with your water) as the mountain may have other plans :-)

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Velocity Gym parking area at the bottom of Chappies, please come 10 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing, ready to start at 06:30 (sunrise-ish).

Good luck to everyone taking part in the Trail Series Idas Valley tomorrow!

Regards

Samantha  

0723144341

On Monday, 21 February 2022, 11:10:05 SAST, Samantha Brinkmann <sammybri@yahoo.com> wrote:

Good Morning Trailers

This Saturday we cross to the other side of the Bay.

Route details

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.

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. Within your speed group, you will need to be sure that if you come to a turn that the runner behind you has seen which way you go.  

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Velocity Gym parking area at the bottom of Chappies, please come 10 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing, ready to start at 06:30 (sunrise-ish).

Terrain and Distance

A mix of jeep track, single track and tar.  

Distance: +- 12 kms taking about 2h00 - 2h30mins for Main & Relaxed Group 

*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.

Please remember our group runs are under strict COVID protocols. 

 ·         No gathering in a big group at start or end of the run

·         All runners to carry a mask or buff

·         Practice social distancing

·         We will break into small groups as per regulations while we run

·         Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe

·         We will monitor the groups on a weekly basis for size

·         VOB reserves the right to stop TMT if the COVID infections increase again in the Western Cape

·         If you have any symptoms or have been in contact with anyone with symptoms, please stay at home

Have a great week!

Samantha

0723144341

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 26 February 2022: East Fort, Hout Bay

Good Morning Trailers

This Saturday we cross to the other side of the Bay.

Route details

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.

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. Within your speed group, you will need to be sure that if you come to a turn that the runner behind you has seen which way you go.  

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Velocity Gym parking area at the bottom of Chappies, please come 10 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing, ready to start at 06:30 (sunrise-ish).

Terrain and Distance

A mix of jeep track, single track and tar.  

Distance: +- 12 kms taking about 2h00 - 2h30mins for Main & Relaxed Group 

*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.

Please remember our group runs are under strict COVID protocols. 

 ·         No gathering in a big group at start or end of the run

·         All runners to carry a mask or buff

·         Practice social distancing

·         We will break into small groups as per regulations while we run

·         Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe

·         We will monitor the groups on a weekly basis for size

·         VOB reserves the right to stop TMT if the COVID infections increase again in the Western Cape

·         If you have any symptoms or have been in contact with anyone with symptoms, please stay at home

Have a great week!

Samantha

0723144341

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 19th February 2022 - Sandy Bay /Llundudno circuit ON

Happy Friday Everyone 😁

 

Tomorrow's run is ON! There will be a relaxed group. The weather looks good for a morning run.

 Rendezvous and Start Time

 

Meet at the brick-paved parking on Eustagia Way, opposite Brunia Way Hout Bay.  Ready to start running at 6h15. Please come 10 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing

 

Please be aware there is limited parking, so please try and share lifts with friends, or even park away from the area and walk to the start.  Please be considerate when parking your car.

 

Directions

Take the Hout Bay Main Road around the circle into Victoria Road, drive thro' the robots and take the second road to the left into Edgar Road and second road on the right. Into Eustegia Way. Parking area on the left opposite Brunia Way.  

 

What to bring – the usual, water, whistle, warm/waterproof top, sun block, camera, money for the car guard.  Make sure you have your emergency contact details on you

I hope to see you tomorrow.

Regards 

Joanne 

0827400333

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Saturday 19th February 2022 - Sandy Bay /Llundudno circuit

Good morning Trailers and Happy Valentines Day ❤

 

This week we will run a scenic route, with a shipwreck and some beach running included.  The weather is looking good, please remember to check Friday's email just in case there are changes.

 

Rendezvous and Start Time

 

Meet at the brick-paved parking on Eustagia Way, opposite Brunia Way Hout Bay.  Ready to start running at 6h15. Please come 10 mins earlier to sign the register and for a run briefing

 

Please be aware there is limited parking, so please try and share lifts with friends, or even park away from the area and walk to the start.  Please be considerate when parking your car.

 

Directions

Take the Hout Bay Main Road around the circle into Victoria Road, drive thro' the robots and take the second road to the left into Edgar Road and second road on the right. Into Eustegia Way. Parking area on the left opposite Brunia Way.  

 

Route

We will run the route in an anti-clockwise direction.

 

The route starts with a short uphill on the brick paved road, then down to the beach and proceed onto Llandudno .  We then backtrack to Sandy Bay, enjoy the views and head southwards along the shoreline to OudeSchip Peninsula. You can spot the shipwreck Harvest Capella (1986).   We may be able to get closer to the rusted shipwreck on the rocks. This will then be followed by a steep climb on gabion steps to Rocket (Mitchells) Road.  Once on the gravel road, we run until we take the left fork at the stone cairn and head back towards our cars.   

 

Sandy Bay has been a criminal hot spot, so for safety reasons we are going to run this as a pack run.  We will run in different speed groups, but we will all regroup at the rocks at the end of LLandudno, and then again on the beach at Sandy Bay before heading onto the rocky shoreline.   Within your speed group, you will need to be sure that if you come to a turn, that the runner behind you has seen which way you go.  There will be plenty of opportunities for photographs so let's enjoy this as a social pack run.

 

Terrain and Distance

 

The terrain will include beach sand, jeep track (stony), single track, boulder-hopping and some steps to get the heart rate pumping.

 

Distance in the region of 11,5  km, with an estimated time of 2,5 hours, plus more to enjoy the view

 

There may be a brisk walking group (there is an option to do either the beach circuit or the shipwreck circuit). To be confirmed on Friday

 

What to bring – the usual, water, whistle, warm/waterproof top, sun block, camera, money for the car guard.  Make sure you have your emergency contact details on you

Please remember our group runs are under strict COVID protocols. 

 

·         No gathering in a big group at start or end of the run

·         All runners to carry a mask or buff

·         Practice social distancing

·         We will break into small groups as per regulations while we run

·         Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe

·         We will monitor the groups on a weekly basis for size

·         VOB reserves the right to stop TMT if the COVID infections increase again in the Western Cape

·         If you have any symptoms or have been in contact with anyone with symptoms, please stay at home

Have a great week!

Regards

Joanne

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FW: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Nest Run Saturday 12th February - Red Disa run

 

Hi All

 

Tomorrow's run is ON – see details below

 

Sunrise is at 06h17, temp in the region of 21 degrees

 

There will be a relaxed group, and there is a walking group (taken by Sandy Ackland) starting from a different place and at a different start time.  Please message me directly if you would like details

 

See you in the morning

 

Gaeleen

0835569679

 

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,

Please take note of the longer time for this route

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

By now you all know the COVID drill – remember to carry a mask/buff

 

K-Way VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Gaeleen

(083 55 696 79)




K-Way VOB's Medium Distance Trail Group

Website:  www.kwayvob.co.za
Blog: http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/ <http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/>
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 12th February - Red Disa run

 

 

Hi All

 

Saturday 12th February 2022 –  Red Disa Run – Constantia Neck, Reservoirs, Aqueducts – a few optional routes

This Saturday we will go on our annual hunt for the red disas, although I think we weren't able to do it officially last year?. 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 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,

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

Please take note of the longer time for this route

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

By now you all know the COVID drill – remember to carry a mask/buff

 

K-Way VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Gaeleen

(083 55 696 79)




K-Way VOB's Medium Distance Trail Group

Website:  www.kwayvob.co.za
Blog: http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/ <http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/>
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: 5 FEBRUARY 2020 - SILVERMINE EAST (BUT STARTING IN SILVERMINE WEST)

Hi Everyone 

Let's try this again. 🙄 

THE RUN IS ON.

NO WALKING GROUP THAT I AM AWARE OF.

RELAXED GROUP – YES.  WITH LORRAINE AND NEIL.

MAIN GROUP – WITH ME.

BE PREPARED FOR LOTS OF SUN, MAYBE SOME WIND.  DON'T RELY ON THERE BEING WATER ON THE ROUTE.

SEE YOU TOMORROW

 

This Saturday 5 February 2022 we head to one of my favourites and possibly one of the most underrated runs on the Peninsula – Silvermine East (the side closer to Muizenberg as opposed to the Dam side).   The only downside is the late gate opening time.

Rendezvous and Start Time:

Now these instructions need a bit of focus.  Although we are running the Eastern section, we are going to park in the car park just inside the Western Gate 1 (which is the entrance on the Dam side).  This is because Gate 1 opens at 07h00 whereas Gate 2 only opens at 08h00 (all year round).  This car park is also a bit safer from a break-in perspective.

Please be at the Gate 1 by 07h00 at the latest and we will aim to start running at 07h10.

You will need either money for entry fees (R36 per person plus R25 per car) for SA Residents OR valid Wild Card / Green Card (plus ID).  If you are not SA resident please check out the other rates below (at the bottom of the email).

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO CELL PHONE RECEPTION AT THE GATE SO IF YOU'RE RUNNING LATE THEN YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO NOTIFY US.

Route details:

We will cut across Ou Kaapseweg to Gate 2 and then turn almost immediately left and ascend the little ravine to the east of Wolfkop.  We make our way up to Fat Lady's Cave (not named by me) at the summit of the Higher Steenberg Peak.  Hugging the ridgeline we will descend to the aerials at the foot of the Lower Steenberg Peak.  If it's not hot, we will scramble up the side of Lower Steenberg Peak and tag that summit too.  Then we descend to the path that leads to Muizenberg Peak.  We ascend Muizenberg Peak from the easy side and drop down to the top of Farmer Peck's Valley.  Then we head across to St James Peak, past Muizenberg Cave to Nellie's Pool.  Left at the pool and cross the jeep track and climb to Tartarus Cave and Kalk Bay Peak.  We cross the top of Spes Bona Valley and drop down into the Amphitheatre.  Then we take the path leading to Cave Peak, down Dead Man's Path, traverse around to the jeep track and then jeep track back to Gate 2, across Ou Kaapseweg and back to the cars for an ICE cold beer.

Please remember this a pack run, and it's important that we look out for each other.

Terrain and Distance:

Mostly single track and some jeep track.  Nothing unduly technical or exposed.

Distance: +- 14 kms taking about 2.5 - 3hrs for Medium Group.  But there are plenty of short cuts.

There will be a Relaxed Group led by Lorraine which will do a shorter route.

Walking group to be confirmed on Friday.

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

 Please bring:

A whistle, WATER  a warm & waterproof/windproof top, space blanket and ICE (In case of Emergency) tag or card.

There is very little shade on this route so bring extra protection against the sun and extra water

Unfortunately no dogs are allowed on our runs.  In any event, dogs are not allowed in this section of Silvermine.

Please remember to adhere to the COVID rules below:

.    No gathering in a big group at start or end of the run.

.    All runners to carry a mask or buff.

.    Practice social/physical distancing.

.    We will break into small groups as per regulations while we run.

.    No personal sign in - ensure the leader ticks you in/out. Please carry emergency contact numbers in your bag or on your wrist/shoe.

.    We will monitor the groups on a weekly basis for size.

.    VOB reserves the right to stop TMT if the COVID infections increase again in the Western Cape.

.    If you have any symptoms, have been in contact with anyone with symptoms or are feeling unwell, please stay at home.

Run Organiser

Tim Bellairs

0823210299

   *If you are new to this group, please read Table Mountain Trailers' guidelines here: www.tablemountaintrailers.org.za  

 K-Way VOB's Medium Distance
Trail Running Group

Webbsite:http:// www.kwayvob.co.za

Blog: http://vobtrailwrg.blogspot.com/

 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.

  

SANPARKS ENTRANCE FEES FROM 1 NOVEMBER 2021

These are the ones we use most regularly:

 

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