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History


The Night the Network Died
In the ultra-running world, you plan for heat, blisters, and fatigue. You don't usually plan for an Antarctic blast that turns the KZN Midlands into a sub-zero wilderness in a matter of hours. September 2024 was a year that tested everyone involved in the Karkloof Trail Run.
Apr 82 min read


The Custodians of the Silence
Karkloof means 'Cart Ravine,' a landmark of grit since 1840. At Year 10, we honor two centuries of stewardship and a passing of the torch from the Shaw family. You feel this legacy most at 2 AM in the eerie silence. While others see a race, we see a century of care. Here, the back-of-the-pack gets the same individual devotion as the winners. You don’t just run this land; you become part of its history. It’s our 10th. Are you in?
Mar 162 min read
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