Hobbit 90km Journey
26-28 Apr 2024 (Fri - Sun)
90km, Marathon, 21km, 16km, 10 km, 5 km
Join Hobbit 90km Journey 2024
Set yourself off on a wonderful, wandering Hobbit journey by tackling the iconic and notoriously demanding Amathole Hiking Trail of the Eastern Cape as a two day staged run.
It's just you amongst thirty brave journeymen and women sharing the adventure covering 90km of varied and magical terrain. From Maden Dam explore the enchanted indigenous forests and intriguing Amathole mountains up to Cata mountain hut to pass the night with good food, good cheer and tired company. The next morning forge onward past cascading waterfalls and across crystal clear streams while enveloped in glorious vistas (and no small amount of sweat) as you make your way over the Hog’s back to finally descend into the town with the same name.
Meanwhile, the Mountain Marathon 42km run on Sunday may be referred to as the short one at this event but this phenomenal route is consistently noted as the ‘most value per kilometre’ trail run in the country. Showcasing an immense variety of terrain and challenges, the course has determined runners building a very special relationship with the ups and downs of mountain running.
The 16km and 5km routes are neither flat nor easy, but very doable and see a mixture of racers and casual runners all loving the magical vibe of the forest along well marked routes.
Race entry includes: Permit for the trail Bus transport from Hogsback to the start (approx. 1hr45min) Accommodation, snacks, dinner and breakfast at Cata Hut for the midway overnight stay on Friday day night Tog bag for overnight gear (issued at registration) Transport of your overnight bag to Cata Hut Paramedic team on site in 4 X 4 vehicle Personalised finisher’s memento
Course details
Start address: Hogsback, South Africa
Finish address: Hogsback, South Africa
Register
Registration closes on 08 April (19 days left)
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
What’s included
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done Finisher medal info
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done Event T-shirts
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done Timing chip (single use)
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done Shuttle to Start Line info
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done Medical Assistance info
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done Bag drop info
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done FridayNightStay(Includes) info
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done Permit for the trail
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Frequently asked questions
Mandatory equipment (90K/42K)
Backpack, Water container min 2l., Waterproof rain jacket (NOT just a wind breaker), Base layer / Fleece – Top, Base layer – legs/pants, Buff / Beanie, Headlamp and spare battery, Whistle, Space blanket, Food/drink requirements for the day, Basic first aid kit, Cell phone – emergency numbers will be supplied at race briefing, Compass, GPS is not compulsory but highly recommended.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.