As an addition to the annual McGregor Food and Wine Festival, the inaugural Rooikat Trail Run was held this year, in the Cape Nature Vrojlikheid reserve.

DESCRIPTION OF TRAIL:

19km Route
The circular trail winds up around the Elandsberg mountains, gently meandering through the reserve for the first 5 k’s;  leading into steeper short climbs and descents for the next 7k’s.    Mountains of succulent karoo vegetation, herds of leaping Klipspringer and breathtaking panoramic views over Robertson and McGregor.

A variety of terrain; varying from moderate to strenuous, with some rough sections and a number of short sharp climbs.

95% singletrack and technical sections, especially on descents which then eases out well enough it gain a decent running pace to the finish.  

8km Route

A easier route which follows the MTB path through the Reserve; passing sparkling dams and majestic mountain ranges.  Great for any level of fitness to enjoy and intro to trail runners.  Path mainly jeep track, which then meets up on the singletrack for the last 4 kms of the long route.

Katya Sogget took the winning lead in the 19km ladies  and the first male over the line was Johann Stemmet with Tristan Kelly right behind him.

The event was filmed by Big Shot Media for SuperSport Trail TV Series.