RE: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - Saturday 5th August 2023 - Up Oudekraal Ravine - Grootkop - Down Woody Ravine

Hi Trailers

 

Our run for tomorrow is ON.

 

It looks like a cloudy start "with brightening skies" and a NNW19/h wind.

As we say in Cape Town:  come prepared for anything 😊

 

There will be NO relaxed group starting from Theresa Avenue.  However, there is a relaxed group doing a different route in the Tokai area.  Please get in touch should we wish to know more.

 

Looking forward to seeing you at 7.20am.

 

Debbie

0845825822

 

 

From: andeb@mweb.co.za <andeb@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2023 9:00 PM
To: tmtrailers@googlegroups.com
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - Saturday 5th August 2023 - Up Oudekraal Ravine - Grootkop - Down Woody Ravine

 

 

Hello Trailers

 

This week we go back up on to Table Mountain from the pipetrack side but we will start from Theresa Ave above Camps Bay. 

 

 

Route:

 

We start at Theresa Ave (see below for directions) and climb up to meet the pipetrack.  From here we turn right and run along the pipetrack through Slanghole to the Oudekraal Ravine track. After a very steep climb up, we will head to Grootkop for some magnificent 360 degree views. There are various options down, but the suggested route is down Woody Ravine.

 

You can watch our route on the link below:

 

 https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2337183?units=km

 

 

Rendezvous:

 

We meet at Theresa Ave in Camps Bay at 7.20am for sign-in and run briefing.  We will start running at 7.30am.

 

Terrain and distance:

 

This is mostly single track with a bit a of jeep track at the start and end. Some steepish climbs (😊) and descents, but well worth the views. The distance is about 12km and there are ample routes for those who want extra distance, or for those who need to cut it short.

 

 

Directions:

 

Coming from town, pass the turnoff to the cable car and continue down towards Camps Bay, taking the 3rd road to the left (Fiskaal Road). Follow this road up the hill - keeping LEFT.  It becomes Francolin Ave and then Theresa Ave. Parking at the entrance is limited so park along the sea side of the road as far as possible taking care not to block any resident' s driveways or entrances. Please ensure that your car is facing the correct direction.

 

Weather:

 

At this stage, Saturday's weather looks very cool, with clear skies.  No rain forecast.  But this is Cape Town and many things can change between now and the end of the week!  Hopefully the skies remain clear for the Grootkop views.

 

 

Remember to bring:

 

Water, Whistle, Warm/windproof/rain top, ICE information and a snack.

 

 

This is a pack run so we are to look out for each other and ensure that the person behind knows we have turned.

We regroup frequently to ensure that everyone sticks together.

We will hopefully have three groups – fast, medium and a relaxed group.  This will be confirmed on Friday.

 

Unfortunately VOB do not allow dogs to accompany us on our runs.

 

Look forward to seeing you all on Saturday.

For any queries, please whatsapp me.

 

Debbie

0845825822

 

 

 

 

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

 K-Way VOB Trail Run 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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