Ottosdal Draf en Trap
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About the race
Ottosdal Draf en Trap is a multisport event held at Ottosdal Showgrounds in Ottosdal, North West, South Africa. The program includes road runs, mountain bike races and long-distance road cycling, with a selection of distances for different disciplines.
Distances include:
- 10 km Run
- 5 km Fun Run
- 21.1 km Run
- 42.2 km Run
- 120 km Road
- 84 km Road
- 40 km Road
- 20 km Road
- 10 km Road fun ride
- 60 km MTB
- 40 km MTB
- 20 km MTB
The event follows governing-body race rules; hard shell helmets are compulsory for the cycling and MTB events, and reflective clothing is required for the night running distances. Temporary race licenses are available for sale at the event. There is a published cut-off time for athletes.
First held in 1994 as a single 42.2 km race, the event has grown to accommodate roughly 3000 athletes combined with cycling. The night race section features lighting along the route provided by 2000 paraffin lamps and twelve waterpoints positioned about every 2 to 2.5 km. The weekend is presented as a family breakaway opportunity with camping and local accommodation options and a variety of food vendors on site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.