“Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money”
Never one to shy away from a challenge, Letshego Zulu has confirmed her entry into this coming weekend’s THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE that will take place at the Van Gaalen Cheese Farm (Hartbeespoort, North West Province) on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 August 2022.
A mom first and foremost, a qualified Biokineticist, co-founder of PopUpGym, a reality TV star (she appeared on both Survivor SA Maldives and Fear Factor SA), an athlete, an adventurer, a motivational speaker, and a health & fitness columnist, Letshego is looking forward to adding “trail runner” to her already impressive bio.
“The team at First Ascent challenged me to take part in the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE and I’m never one to shy away from a challenge,” laughs Letshego. “I thoroughly enjoy the great outdoors. I often run on the road, mountain bike and hike, so naturally trail running fits into my adventurous outdoor lifestyle. I just haven’t done any trail running in approximately 8 years, so the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE is kickstarting my trail running after my long sabbatical. I am looking forward to running on the very trails that I mountain bike on at Van Gaalen. I’m sure it’s going to be spectacular. My goal is to cross the finish line comfortably every day.”
Letshego adds: “I’m a lover of life and am always looking to make an impact, so if by taking up this challenge (fairly unprepared) I can inspire the next person to persevere when challenged, then I would have achieved my goal. That’s what drives me. The message that I would like to share is that tough times never last, tomorrow always comes and over time, there will be a positive shift. Hang in there. Be patient and be kind to yourself.”
“First Ascent partnered with Letshego as part of our ‘Influencer challenge’,” confirms Riaan Oosthuizen, General Manager of First Ascent. “The goal of the campaign is to follow the journey of Letshego as she ‘gets out of her comfort zone’ by attempting a sporting activity that she is unfamiliar with. We chose Letshego because she is passionate and because of her drive to inspire fellow South Africans. She is an active person who thrives on challenging herself. To help Letshego ‘control her unknown’ she will run in a combination of First Ascent’s Pulse, Kinetic and X-Trail running range. We believe her journey will influence and inspire people to challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zones and be the best version of themselves.”
EVENT CALENDAR: 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE
| Date: | Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 August 2022 |
| Venue: | Van Gaalen Cheese Farm (Hartbeespoort, North-West Province) |
| Format: | 2-Day Stage Trail Run |
| Distance: | STAGE 1: +-20km
Ascent: 280m Description: · Easy to Moderate Technical Route, lots of fun and fast running. · 65% Single Track / 35% Jeep Track |
| STAGE 2: +-16km
Ascent: 400m Description: · Moderate to Advance Technical Route, with steep and rocky climbs and downhills in the mid-section of the route. · 60% Single Track / 40% Jeep Track |
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| Entry Format: | Individual Entry |
| Entry Fees: | Option 1 / Standard Entry: R1950.00
Option 2 / Standard Entry plus breakfast and lunch: R2300 Option 3 / Standard Entry plus breakfast, lunch & dinner: R2650.00 Option 4 / Standard Entry plus all meals and tent: R2950.00 |
| Entries Close: | Monday 15 August 2022 |
The entry fee includes:
- An awesome First Ascent event garment
- Finisher tee
- Finisher medal
- A fantastic Chill area: gin bar and beer garden next to the river
- Evening bonfires and entertainment
- THIRSTI Refreshment Zone
- Fully stocked waterpoints
- Exclusive access to trails
- Trail fees
- FREE entry into the THIRSTI AFRICANX 1-DAY XPERIENCE at Cradle Moon on Sunday 09 October 2022
WIN with the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN and PUMA: Every week until race weekend, 2 lucky entrants (1 male and 1 female) will stand a chance to WIN a pair of PUMA Voyage Nitro trail running shoes valued at R2800 per pair! All entrants will be entered into the draw each week, so the earlier you enter the higher your chances are of winning. All you need to do to stand a chance to win is enter and pay for your entry and follow us on our social media channels.
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For additional information on the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day, 2-Day and/or 1-Day events please visit www.stillwatersports.com, contact Stillwater Sports on 082 991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com.
More about THIRSTI:
THIRSTI is a uniquely sourced natural spring water that is rich in minerals and sourced from two extraordinary locations. Its primary bottling plant was founded in 2015 at a Normandien farm in the foothills of the Klein Drakensberg mountains. In 2021, THIRSTI expanded operations into the mountain basin of Tulbagh, surrounded by exquisite mountains and drained by the Klein Berg River and its tributaries. Each source has its own state-of-the-art bottling plant where the water is filtered, tested and bottled, ready to be enjoyed by consumers. The THIRSTI product range includes Natural Spring Water, Sparkling Water, Sparkling Flavoured Water and an iconic sports drink, THIRSTI ISOFIT+. The South African brand proudly partners with the Springboks, Absa Cape Epic, Comrades Marathon, Blue Bulls Company, Sharks Rugby, THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN series of events and the Nedbank Running Club. For more information about THIRSTI, please visit www.thirsti.co.za
For more information about THIRSTI, please visit www.thirsti.co.za
