Panoramic marathon set to test athletes’ mettle
The familiar downhill course of the Kaapsehoop Marathon, which starts in the misty heights of the picturesque village and follows a beautiful, panoramic route down to Mbombela, will test the mettle of any athlete.
The race will take place on November 5. It is also a Comrades and Two Oceans Marathon qualifier. Last year 3 024 athletes finished. Pre-entries will close on October 21.
Athletes can enter on Friday, November 4 from 10:00 to 20:00 and Saturday morning from 03:00, at Mbombela Stadium.
Also see: Kaapsehoop 3 in 1 race: Photo Gallery
Buses will depart as follows:
• 42,2km at 03:30
• 21,1km from 04:00
• 10km from 05:15.
All buses will depart from Mbombela Stadium. Please make use of the buses since the road will be closed from 04:00.
The starting times for the marathon and half-marathon will be 05:30.
The 10km will start at 06:00.
Also read: Pick and choose from this race line-up
Visit Nelspruit Marathon Club’s Facebook page or their web site www.marathonclub-nelspruit.co.za, for a route mapping and entry forms.
