Trail running is getting more and more popular in East London. I guess the town's only so big, you're bound to run into the bushes if you run for long enough. Then you discover its fun.We went out for the Rhino Run at Inkwenkwezi this weekend. It was a 15km, past some of the park landmarks... a pity most of us spent most of the time starring at the gravel road. Housemate Nic wisely dialed back the pace and enjoyed the sarroundings when he realised the hills weren't going to stop coming.
I was chasing a German in a trisuit. Not something I can be accused of often. I had to reset my expectations for defeating him when he ploughed through the first water hazard. Like one of those old war tanks, in spandex. I took a more calculated leap after a quick scout.
The German got away up the next hill.
If you're up for a challenge, definitely recommended for next year - bring a camel pack if you have one.
