Probably my hydration pack purely because I can carry everything I need where ever I choose to run. Like running home from a car service.

What’s the one thing you think that people don’t know about the inov-8 brand? 

How diverse the inov-8 shoes and technical apparel are. The details in the shoes like gator hooks, the arrows indicating the heel to toe drop and all the details in the apparel that you only really appreciate when they are put to the test in tough conditions. Comfort it key and every detail helps.

 

I played cricket and soccer back in my school days. I was really serious (so I thought) about cricket until my love for running took over.

I grew up watching my parents race Comrades on TV so I was always exposed to running and the lifestyle. I started cross country and athletics in primary school. I did my first social OCR event in 2014.

Can you remember your first race? 

My first cross country race I just remembering suffering and wondering how on earth the other boys ran so fast… then I started training.

 

Mondays set up my week. 5am wake up with a nice cup of black coffee while the house is calm and quiet. This is the time I get to myself and gather my thoughts before I head out for an easy run.

Running first thing in the morning aligns my thoughts for the day and boosts my overall focus and energy for the day. Quick shower and have breakfast with the family before I take my little boy to school on my way to work.

 

What is your ultimate/dream outdoor-adventure trip? 

Homemade blueberry  flapjacks, with yogurt and maple syrup. 

Nut butter.

When people have dirty shoes (except for when on the trails).

 

 

 

Currently living in Mfuleni, Cape Flats! Get to know our trail running athlete, Siviwe Nkombi.

 

What is your favourite piece of inov-8 gear? 

What’s the one thing you think that people don’t know about the inov-8 brand? 

 

If you weren’t running or doing OCR, what other sport would you have done? 

When did you get into Running? 

 

Can you remember your first race? 

 

Tell us about your Monday mornings - what do they look like for you? 

 

What is your ultimate/dream outdoor-adventure trip? 

My ultimate dream is still to run one of the UTMB trail races in France.

If you had to eat one thing for every meal going forward, what would you eat? 

 

If you were stranded on a tropical island what 2 things would you want with you? 

If you could have an unlimited storage of one thing, what would it be? 

Gold.

Biggest pet peeve? 

 

Cats or dogs? 

Ocean or mountains? 

Watch a movie or read a book? 

Rock climbing or surfing? 

Braai vleis or roast veg? 

Yoga or weight training? 

Talking to animals or the ability to speak every single language? 

Coffee or tea? 

Zero degrees or 38 degrees celsius? 

If you've been wanting to get a better grip on your Trail Running - whether you are a beginner to the sport or training for a 100km race - keep reading! 👀

Two of our ambassadors, Nicolette Griffioen  & Pierre Jordaan will be hosting a series of Trail Running Camps! They'e both accomplished ultra distance trail runners & adventure racers and have a wealth of knowledge about the sport!

The camps will take place in the Drakensberg - home to some of South Africa's most spectacular trails!  Each participant will also receive an inov-8 RaceElite Peak 2.0 and an inov-8 WRAG multi-use headwear - to the value of R750!

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Trail Basics
Date: 12-14 March
Location: Royal Natal National Park, Mahai Campsite
Ideal Preparation For: 10-35km trail races
Price: R850pp

Trail Moderate
Date: 20-22 March
Location: Monk's Cowl Rest Camp
Price: R1,500pp

Trail Advanced
Date: 2-4 April
Location: Injisuthi Camp
Price: R1,500pp

Don't hesitate to get in touch with Pierre or Nicolette either directly, or via @mountain Abandon - they'd love to help answer your questions!

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