Hout Bay Twin Peaks
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Hout Bay Twin Peaks
Hout Bay Twin Peaks is a trail running event hosted at Dunes Restaurant in Hout Bay. The event offers marked mountain routes with aid at multiple refuel stations and medical and marshal support. Entries include a conservation fee, timing, event photos, watertables, marked routes, medics, marshals and a race shirt.
Distances and basic details:
- 42 km Summit Slam : elevation 2400 m, 4 refuel stations, entry fee listed
- 30 km Peak Predator : elevation 1600 m, 3 refuel stations, entry fee listed
- 16 km Noordhoek Summit : elevation 900 m, 2 refuel stations, entry fee listed
The 42 km route visits Noordhoek Peak, Judas Peak and Karbonkelberg. The 30 km route includes Noordhoek Peak and Karbonkelberg with a checkpoint at Dunes. The 16 km route starts and finishes at Dunes Restaurant and includes significant ascent; the organiser describes it as a tough route with around 1000 m elevation gain.
Mandatory kit requirements include a charged cell phone, waterproof jacket, food, a minimum of 1 litre hydration at race start, space blanket, headlamp, whistle, GPS device or the AllTrails app and a reusable cup. The event follows environmentally friendly practices by excluding water sachets and paper cups. Prohibited items include headphones, dogs, flu and litter. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
