In this episode, I chat with Terence Vrugtman — ultrarunner, photographer, and Race Director of the Karkloof Trail Series.
We dig into what makes Karkloof such a standout event in South Africa’s trail running calendar, and Terence gives us a first look at the 2026 course: the terrain, the challenges, and how the route continues to evolve.

We also talk about the realities of race directing, what it takes to build a welcoming and sustainable trail community.

Whether you're planning to run Karkloof, curious about race organisation, or just love trail stories, you’ll enjoy this one.

Guest Links

Karkloof Trail Run: https://www.karklooftrailrun.co.za
Terence on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terencevrugtman

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