Recce Raid 2024 - Trail 160 (Leg 1)
100 Miler Leg 1 between Kaapsehoop and Excalibur Lodge
Trail Running Severe
- Distance
- 52 km
- Ascent
- 1.8 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 894 m
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 7˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features extreme exposure and is typically done between April and May. From a low point of 894 m to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 52 km, 1754 vertical metres of ascent and 1503 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
An idyllic start before the epic kicks in...
Difficulty
Severe
Extreme Exposure
Some trail sections are extremely exposed where falling will almost certainly result in serious injury or death.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.