The Crossways Challenge

The Crossways Challenge Trail Run is a grueling and challenging trail running event that takes place in the scenic Crossways Farm Village, located in the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. The trail run is open to both amateur and professional trail runners who are looking for a test of their physical endurance, mental strength, and navigation skills. The Crossways Challenge Trail Run features a variety of terrains, including steep inclines, rocky paths, river crossings, and dense vegetation, which runners must navigate through using only a map and a compass. The route covers a distance of 30km and has an elevation gain of approximately 1000 meters, making it a challenging and technical trail run. Participants must be well-prepared and equipped with the necessary gear, including trail running shoes, hydration packs, and nutrition, as there are no aid stations along the route. The event organizers prioritize safety and require all runners to carry a whistle, a space blanket, and a cellphone for emergency purposes. DISTANCE AND COST 6km – R150 10km – R200 15km – R250 33km – R1 650 Tented Option (Limited to 50 slots) 33km – R1 000 Bring Your Own Tent (BYOT limited to 50 slots) 60km – R2 300 Tented Option (Limited to 25 slots) 60km – R1 650 Bring Your Own Tent (BYOT limited to 25 slots) Tented Option for the 33km and 60km – We will supply Tents as well as Mattresses for each person. Camping Friday and Saturday Night compulsory for the 33km and 60km. 6km, 10km and 15km open to Camp on Saturday Night. EVENT SCHEDULE 60KM There are 25 slots available for the more advanced athletes. A few things to keep in mind before booking this slot: We recommend at least 1 successful marathon in the last 2 months before attempting this. Trail Shoes, hydration pack, head light, first aid kit, nutrition and a sense of humor is a MUST! Unique and exciting memorabilia for all finishers. Starting at R1 650.00 includes MTO Forestry, Trail Fee, Medal, Camping, Goodie Bag and an epic overall experience. Cut offs: 39km – 12:00 47km – 14:00 Registration: 04:00 – 04:45 Trail Briefing: 4:45 Start: 5:00 Prize Giving Sunday: 08:45 33KM This distance is for the adventurous at heart. There are only 50 slots available. A few things to keep in mind before booking this slot: We recommend at least 1 successful half marathon in the last 2 months before attempting this. Trail Shoes, hydration pack, nutrition and a sense of humor is a MUST! Unique and exciting memorabilia for all finishers. Starting at R1 000.00 includes MTO Forestry, Trail Fee, Medal, Camping, Goodie Bag and an epic overall experience. Cut offs: 12km – 12:00 20km – 14:00 Registration: 06:00 – 06:45 Trail Briefing: 6:45 Start: 7:00 Prize Giving Sunday: 08:45 6KM, 10KM, 15KM We cater for all distances. Camping available at R450 per person (includes a tent and mattress) for Saturday Night only. 6km – R150 10km – R200 15km – R250 Pre entries to the 6km, 10km and 15km distances will close at at 12:00 on the 30th of September 2022. Registration and Late Entries: 06:30 till 10min before briefing Race Briefing: 10min before start time 15km Start: 07:30 10km Start: 08:20 6km Start: 08:40 Prize Giving: 10:45 (if last finisher is in before that we will start prize giving earlier) Camping: Part of the 33km and 60km entry includes compulsory camping on the Friday and Saturday Night. Each participant will receive a Tent and Mattress (Tented Option), it is important that you bring your own bedding and additional lighting for inside your tent. We do not want people to spend time in the tents unless they need rest. We will have a dedicated Race Village filled with a cash bar as well as various food vendors from whom you will be able to purchase Food and Drinks. We are planning to have an after party Saturday night to celebrate and enjoy the days achievements. Saturday Nights camping is open to the public and everyone will be welcome. It is however IMPORTANT that you book your tent in advance as we need to pre-book these. Race Village Schedule: Friday: Registration 33km and 60km ONLY – 15:00 Bon Fire and welcoming – 18:30 Race Village Lights Out – 22:00 Saturday: Normal Race Day Schedule Live Music from 11:30 Bon Fire and After Party 18:00 Lights Out – Sunrise Sunday: Shake Out run 07:00 Prize Giving 08:45 GENERAL RACE INFO Pre entries to the 6km, 10km and 15km distances will close at at 12:00 on the 28th of September 2023. Late entries are welcome on race day from 06:30am. No Late Entries allowed for the 33km and 60km. Please Note – Due to admin we do charge an additional R50 onto your entry fee for all late entries. Substitutions are welcome at a cost of R100 per entry for late substitutions.