HAENERTSBURG: Race to the summit
All three trail routes had superb views of Ebenezer Dam, Haenertsburg village and the surrounding area.
The annual Iron Crown trail run took place on Saturday and the event participants could not have asked for a better morning.
With the winter sun beating down, it made for a morning of spectacular views as the entrants of the 21.1 km route climbed 687 m from 1439 m in the village of Haenertsburg to the top of the Iron Crown, the highest point in Limpopo at 2126 m.
For the less adventurous and less fit, 5 km and 10 km routes were available with the 10 km route rising to 1600 m.
All three trail routes had superb views of Ebenezer Dam, Haenertsburg village and the surrounding area.
All participants enjoyed the trails through village streets, earth roads, firebreaks and single-track footpaths.
Last year’s winners:Â Iron Crown Trail Run enjoyed thoroughly
Upon finishing the trails, participants were welcomed back at Haenertsburg Community Centre with a funky vibe set by a marimba band and encouraged to stay, relax and enjoy the atmosphere with temptations such as pancakes and cold beers.
The first placed finisher of the 21.1 km run was Kuketsho Sambo, followed by Leon Roode and Daniel Tooley.
