There is nothing ordinary
about this race

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DRAKENSBERG GRAND TRAVERSE


210km single stage, self-navigated and self-sufficient foot race across the wild tops of the Drakensberg Mountain Range bordering South Africa and Lesotho.

 

210 km
100 hour limit
6 manned refuge points
1 full aid station at 100 miles

Teams of 2
6 Checkpoints (Peaks) all above 3100 m
Including the highest peaks in South Africa and Lesotho

Expedition style. 
The non-stop DGT-Run is an extreme test of athletes’ endurance, self-sufficiency and ability to withstand continuous high altitude exposure in truly remote mountainous terrain.

Race Record - 2022 - 63hr50min
Current FKT (unsupported) - 41hr49min

 

Route

The Drakensberg Grand Traverse.
Start at the Sentinel Car Park, Free State, South Africa. Head straight up the mountain to Lesotho and find your own way south across the mountain tops, predominantly off trail, to Bushman’s Nek Border Post. Recommended route is 210km, tagging 6 compulsory peaks.

 
 

Format

DGT-Run is a non-stop, point to point, Pairs Race.
Each team must stick together for the entire race and be self-sufficient in terms of nutrition and emergency gear. The exact route is not mandated but 6 checkpoints (peaks) are compulsory.
First team over the line, having met all requirements, wins.

 

Qualify

Apply to enter with proof of experience in mountain exploits or endurance events involving GPS or map navigation and through-the-night activity.
Only 50 teams accepted.

 

Safety

Each athlete carries a gps unit with two-way communication ability.
6 refuge camps are set up, and 1 full aid station.
Medics, staff and volunteers are stationed on the mountain.