For me it is filling in the blank spaces on my map. It started when I looked at blank rock faces. The first being Right Face. The… Read more “What motivates you? Some thoughts, maybe not the most coherent string but my thoughts in the mix none the less”
Category: race
The Moment
It is crystal clear. Now is the time, now is the moment. It is either make or break. Right here and right now. Sounds pretty melodramatic now… Read more “The Moment”
Friday Inspiration – Geoff Roes on Western States 2010 win
It sounds like there is going to be an equally big show down this year. Who is going to take top honours this year? Watching this clip… Read more “Friday Inspiration – Geoff Roes on Western States 2010 win”
African X Trail Run 2011 prediction
Place your bets gentlemen! This is gonna be a mega weekend of racing. The weather forecast predicts pretty perfect running conditions! So who is going to be… Read more “African X Trail Run 2011 prediction”
Two Ocean’s 22km Trail Race Report
Devil’s Peak middle traverse Hardcore trail running meets precise organisation and a spectacular fan fare at the finish. I feel like a hero sprinting down the field… Read more “Two Ocean’s 22km Trail Race Report”
Another end of yeat post
At this time we like to reflect and post on what has been and what is to come: here goes my contirbution: A cup of tea after… Read more “Another end of yeat post”
aiguile du midi
The sun has finally appeared! There is an amazing vibe in town with slick looking dudes in bright coloured shoes, packs and jackets everywhere. And I am… Read more “aiguile du midi”
Western States 100 2010
This last weekend was the 39th running of the oldest 100 miler in the US. The Western States started as a horse race after Wendell T. Robie… Read more “Western States 100 2010”
Comrades 2010
As every year gets under way the hype around the big C increases. After Two Oceans it reaches ridiculous proportions. There are very few running conversations which… Read more “Comrades 2010”
Gear Choices for the Skyrun 2009:
Essential Gear used: Merino Wool Buff: Rapidly becoming my favourite cold weather headwear option. I only ended up wearing this when the pace slowed down or when… Read more “Gear Choices for the Skyrun 2009:”