The Pipe Track, Table Mountain
The Lazy Hiker’s Guide #1: Cape Town’s scenic hike for people who don’t need to suffer for a view There are days when I want a proper mountain adventure. The…
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13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town – Leg 6
Sometimes the greatest act of kindness isn't carrying someone's backpack. It's driving your car.
13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town: Leg 5 | Suther Peak (Suffer Peak) and the Long Road to Chapman’s Peak
Follow Leg 5 of our 2026 13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town as 27 hikers tackle Suther Peak (Suffer Peak), conquer the famous ladder, and cover the long distance toward Chapman’s…
13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town – Leg 4
Follow Leg 4 of our 2026 13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town as 31 hikers tackle the Little Lion's Head hike from Suikerbossie, enjoying scrambling, bundu bashing, spectacular views and plenty…
The Table Mountain Beast 17km Trail Run: Coffee, Climbs, Baboons and some Suffering
Some people spend a Saturday morning sleeping in. Others queue at shopping malls. A special breed voluntarily meets in the dark at Forries armed with trail shoes, caffeine and questionable…
13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town – Leg 3: Grootkop, Judas Peak and Lessons From a 12-Hour Day on the Mountain
Follow Leg 3 of our 2026 13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town journey as hikers tackle Grootkop, Judas Peak and the demanding descent of Llandudno Ravine in a challenging 12-hour mountain…
2026 Thirteen Peaks Challenge – Leg 2
Platteklip Gorge to Maclear’s Beacon: The Mountain Doesn’t Care About Your Plans Nearly three months after we started our 13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town journey, we finally got to Leg…
Silvermine Dam Loop (Gate 1) – An Easy Autumn Walk In Cape Town
The beauty of the Silvermine dam walk lies in its simplicity. Wide gravel paths curve gently around still water, offering expansive views without demanding effort. It’s one of the reasons…
When the Wind Wins: Lessons in Resilience From the UTCT Weekend
Trail running has a way of teaching us lessons we didn’t ask for. Some weekends give us euphoric finish lines and PBs. Others give us windstorms, disappointment, and the strange…
13 Peaks Finale: Devils Peak & Signal Hill — Peaks 12 and 13 on Heritage Day
Heritage Day in South Africa is meant for braais, family, and remembering where we come from. This year, we decided to celebrate it a little differently — by finishing…