Stillwater Sports, the organizers of South Africa’s premier 3-Day Stage Trail Run, are excited to announce that the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN will expand into a National Series of events with three events taking place in 2021 and five events taking place in 2022.
“SA’s trail running community welcomed the return of the iconic THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN that was hosted at the Houw Hoek Hotel in March this year,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event. “It’s the combination of sensational routes, passionate runners and amazing sponsors that makes the AFRICANX experience so special. The vibe at this event is unparalleled. As the new title sponsor of the AFRICANX TRAILRUN, THIRSTI has injected a new ‘thirst for life’ into the event. Stillwater Sports together with THIRSTI (as the title sponsor) and First Ascent (as the apparel partner) are proud to announce that the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN will expand into a National Series of sensational trail running events with three events taking place in 2021 and five events taking place in 2022.”
“The 3-Day event that took place in March falls under the 2021 list of events,” clarifies Meyer. “The two remaining events that will take place in 2021 will be the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN XPLORE (North West Province) which consists of a 2-Day stage race where runners can compete individually, as well as the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN XPERIENCE (Western Cape) which will be a 1-Day event for individual runners. In 2022 the THIRSTI AFRICANX National Series of events will include the traditional 3-Day event (Western Cape), with two THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN XPLORE races (KZN and North West Province) and two THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN XPERIENCE races (Gauteng and Western Cape). We are excited to extend the footprint of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN and can’t wait to introduce more runners to a trail running experience like no other.”
“After sponsoring the flagship event early this year we immediately knew that we wanted to partner with Stillwater Sports to grow this extraordinary event into a series,” says Rob Hoatson, Managing Director of THIRSTI Water. “The sport of trail running is growing in popularity and attracts a loyal and dedicated community that has shown huge support for our brand and our products. In return, we want to back their passion for life, health and wellness which fits well with our brand values.”
More about THIRSTI: THIRSTI started production at the end of 2015 with its iconic Still and Sparkling ranges of natural spring water sourced from the midlands of KwaZulu-Natal, with its unique taste and a pH level of 8. In 2019, THIRSTI launched the ultimate sports drink, ISOFIT+ and in 2020 a bold THIRSTI Flavours range was added.
EVENT INFORMATION: 2021 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN Series of Events
1. THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE
Date: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August 2021
Venue: Van Gaalens Kaasmakerij, Hartbeespoort (North West Province)
Format: 2-Day Stage Trail Run
Entry Format: Individual Entry
Entry Fees:
OPTION 1: R2300
OPTION 2: R2650
OPTION 3: R2950
Entries Open: Tuesday 01 June 2021
2. THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 1-Day XPERIENCE
Date: Saturday 18 September 2021
Venue: Paul Cluver Wines, Grabouw (Western Cape)
Format: 1-Day Trail Run
Entry Format: Individual Entry
Entry Fees:
OPTION 1: 6km / R100
OPTION 2: 12km / R350
OPTION 3: 24km / R600
OPTION 4: 42km / R950
Entries Open: Tuesday 01 June 2021
EVENT INFORMATION: 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN Series of Events
Event 1: THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day
Date: Saturday 19 – Monday 21 March 2022
Venue: Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape)
Format: 3-Day Stage Trail Run
Entry Format: Teams of Two Runners (male / female / mixed)
Entry Fees:
OPTION 1: R3600 per runner
OPTION 2: R4200 per runner
OPTION 3: R4600 per runner
Entries Open: Thursday 01 July 2021
Event 2: THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE
Date: Saturday 09 – Sunday 10 April 2022
Venue: Normandien Farms (Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal)
Format: 2-Day Stage Trail Run
Entry Format: Individual Entry
Entry Fees: R2950 per runner
Entries Open: Thursday 01 July 2021
Event 3: THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 1-Day XPERIENCE – Gauteng – Date and Venue to be Announced
Event 4: THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE – North West Province – Date and Venue to be Announced
Event 5: THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 1-Day XPERIENCE – Western Cape – Date and Venue to be Announced
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For additional information on the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day, 2-Day and/or 1-Day events please visit www.stillwatersports.com, contact Stillwater Sports on 082 991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com.
Who is THIRSTI?
THIRSTI is more than just Natural Spring Water; THIRSTI is a way of life. THIRSTI attracts a young, vibrant market with a thirst for life and authentic experiences.
THIRSTI started production at the end of 2015 with their iconic Still and Sparkling ranges. 2019 saw the release of the ultimate sports drink, ISOFIT+, and a bold THIRSTI Flavours range was added in 2020.
With its unique taste, attractive design, and a pH level of 8, THIRSTI has made massive strides in its relatively short time in the market with listings in all major retailers throughout South Africa.
THIRSTI has a strong focus on event sponsorships across multiple sporting codes and, in 2019, they became the hydration partner to both the Comrades Marathon as well as The Sharks rugby team. Adding to this, was the 2021 announcement of the ASBA Cape Epic official water partnership.
For more information about THIRSTI, please visit www.thirsti.co.za
Trail runners enjoying the action of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage trail run that was hosted earlier this year. Photo: Tobias Ginsberg
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