Strandloper Trail Run

There are 200 pre-entries available for this Classic Coastal Adventure Run.

Pre-Registration and Briefing:

• Final run details, including the GPX route file for GPS or smartphone devices with the appropriate app, will be sent out a few days in advance.
• Race numbers will be emailed to participants.
• The run briefing will be conducted via email.
• The run begins at 7:00 from De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach, coinciding with the outgoing low tide.
• Low tide occurs at 5:30.
• The finish line is at Camel Rock Restaurant, Scarborough.

Entry Fee: R490.00 per person [same as 2025]

Includes:

• A branded run cap or peak/visor, distributed at the finish.
• A cup of filter coffee at the finish.
• An egg and bacon roll, with a vegetarian option available, at the finish.
• A fantastic, lively atmosphere at this "lifestyle" run.
• Relaxed music at the "Camel Rock" Restaurant at the finish, with ample space inside and a tent outside, perfect for rainy weather.

Each year, we encourage runners to pick up any litter washed ashore or otherwise, even if it's just a few small items. Every bit helps. As always, Quantum Adventures will hire three individuals a few days before the run to clean up litter along the coast in the Soetwater/Witsand area for an entire day.

Categories:

Separate categories for male and female participants.

• Masters – 50 years and older
• Veterans: 40 – 49 years
• Seniors: 16 – 39 years

Distance: 16km of stunning coastal trail running! This is a linear run, so please arrange car sharing or similar transport.

Note: It is your responsibility to organize your return transport from Scarborough. Consider lift sharing, Uber, or a Noordhoek taxi.

Route:

The GPS track will be emailed to all registered runners a week before the event.

No water tables will be available, so participants must be self-sufficient. Portaloos will be located at the Noordhoek beach car park, off Longbeach, Kommetjie, and at the finish.

Basic Route Description:

• Share vehicles and park in the back streets near the beach. Please avoid parking at the Beach Car Park to allow regular beachgoers access. A warm-up jog to the start will be beneficial.
• The run starts at De Hoek, Noordhoek Beach, passing Kakapo Wreck and crossing Kommetjie Beach.
• Proceed along the boardwalk and below the lighthouse for about 60 meters if the weather is dry. Otherwise, take a slight detour via Lighthouse Road and return to the Soetwater coastal route.
• Follow the beach/path to Witsand beach, cross onto the Strandloper trail, which features a grassy and rocky path beginning at the end of Witsand beach with some slippery (when wet) rock slabs leading to Misty Cliffs beach.
• Exit the beach below Misty Cliffs, where a marshal will guide you up the timber steps onto the wide gravel verge off the tarred section. Stay on the "right side" of the road and on the wide gravel area.
• Do not run on the tar road.
• Remain on the right side of this scenic section all the way to Scarborough.
• Cross the tar road to finish at the Camel Rock restaurant.
• Please be mindful of traffic, cars, motorbikes, cyclists, other road users, and pedestrians.
• Exchange your arm tag for your breakfast roll and your race number for your filter coffee.

Compulsory Kit:

• A waterproof rain jacket with a hood and long sleeves is mandatory. This is non-negotiable, as several runners were caught in cold, windy, wet weather in 2024, with some nearing hypothermia!
• Cellular phone
• Hydration - you must be self-sufficient.
• Mini first aid kit: stretch bandage, wound dressing, anti-histamine tablets, anti-inflammatory tablets, triangular bandage, antiseptic cream.
• Whistle
• Space blanket

Other:

• Earphones or other music devices are prohibited during the run for your safety and that of others.
• Emergency contact details will be provided to each runner and must be kept with you during the run.
• Carry a card with your personal contact details, medical aid information, blood group, emergency contacts, and doctor details.
• Assist fellow runners in need.
• Participation in these events is entirely at your own risk.
• The organizing bodies, employees, agents, or any other persons or organizations involved with the event will not be liable for any damage, loss, theft, injury, accident, or death suffered by any person, however caused, before, during, or after the event.
• In the event of a medical emergency, the organizing bodies/authorities will use their discretion and follow necessary procedures for evacuation and/or medical assistance.
• Stick to existing trails only - no shortcuts.
• Do not disturb the vegetation.
• Collect only litter.
• Entries are confirmed only upon receipt of payment proof. No refunds once entered, except as specified below – less costs already incurred, with admin fees charged for refunds at R150.00. No substitutions after four days before the race – Tuesday at noon, before the run.
• Do not run if you are ill, have a history of heart or other health issues that may be detrimental to your health, and/or if you have been ill for a week to 10 days before the run. In such cases, we require a doctor's certificate or similar to process a refund, less costs already incurred by the race organizers. We can also carry your entry forward, less incurred costs, as mentioned above.

See you there!