The route took the runners (and walkers) through stunning surroundings with superb views and follows village streets, earth roads, firebreaks and single-track footpaths. A total of about 120 participants turned up on what was the hottest day in Haenertsburg for many weeks, 44 braving the 22km half marathon distance up to the top of Iron Crown mountain and back. Others completed the 10km route with the less energetic and youngsters enjoying the 5km section, some with dogs in tow.
Results: 22km Men: Open: 1st Koketjo Victor Gumbo (3rd time winner) 2nd Brian Gardner 3rd Steven Willson (all lekker locals) Over 40s: 1st Mark Alcock 2nd Richard Noel 3rd Jonathan Trusler Over 50s: 1st Jan Jacob van Rooyen 2nd Hennie Spies 3rd Lybro Mavhandu Over 60s: won by Christopher Noel 22km Women Open: 1st Mariske Bosch 2nd Louise van den Dool Over 40s won by Mientjie Els Over 50s 1st Elsabe Cronje 2nd Bronwyn Egan 10km Men Open: 1st Michael Ward 2nd Geoffrey Trusler Over 40s: Won by Matume Maponya (local from Wegraakbos Cheese Farm) Over 50s Mashiane Matole (from Stanford Lodge) 80+: Johan Stears (local) 10km Women 1st Angelique Coetsee 2nd Shelley Swartz 3rd Anna Bannink Over 40s: won by Bernita Birkett Over 50s: Ronel Wallace
