Despite the chilly wind as the sun set, a successful event all round. Thank you to the participants, helpers, sponsors and vendors who made this BaTTle of the North #3 another one for the books! The change of course from last year brought in some interesting comments at the finish line…
Sjoe, THAT hill!
Lovely course!
Never again - until next time!
WHAT did I just do?
but the smiles remained. We cannot wait for #4 in November.
You can find the route here
Fastest male : Anthony Swarts (Bellville) 17'15
Fatest woman : Lisa-Jo Austin (Durbac) 21'51
Congratulations to Bellville who took the overall honours!
Participation numbers were:
Bellville: 130
Durbac: 87
Brackenfell: 67
CMC: 50
Sponsors:
Essential Slimming and Beauty Studio: Voucher for Sauna Blanket and 10 injection combo
See it Through my Lens: Voucher for 30-minute photo shoot
Horizon Prints: Voucher for photo prints
Sports Concept Store: 2 x Under Amour Ladies Racer tops
Sports Concept Store: 2 x Under Armour Mens’ Tees
Jan Theron (Photography and Video): Voucher for a 1-hour STUDIO SHOOT, etc
Mezza Luna Restaurant: 2 x Vouchers (R200 each)
De Oude Social Café: 2 x Devils Peak Lager Towers
Skye Studios: Voucher for 1 x private Reformer session
Durbac: 2 x free entries for TygerRun 2026
Computer Mania: 1 x Voucher (R500) + goodies
Designed to Run: 2 x running gear goodie bags
Vendors
King Pancakes
Designed to Run
SOHO-Coffeeworx
Please show your appreciation for these sponsors by supporting them whenever possible.
Thanks to everyone involved - runners, helpers, and sponsors - for making this event a resounding success. We look forward to seeing you all at the next Battle!