by Linda Doke | 11 Sep 2017 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
Anyone who knows anything about Ryan Sandes knows he epitomises the phrase less is more. The less I’m referring to isn’t less training, less speed or less talent – not even by a smidgeon. Instead it’s less talk, more action. Unlike others on the start line, the winner...
by Linda Doke | 17 Dec 2016 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
It has been ages since I profiled anyone on Rockhoppin’ Trail. Back in 2013 it had been my plan to write regular profiles, but somehow life, time and training got in the way and instead I stuck to the loose, unscheduled kind of style that is more appropriate for...
by Linda Doke | 10 Nov 2016 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
Running an ultra is no doddle. Anything over 42km is gruelling on the body, and the further you push, the tougher it gets. Add to that the conditions you’re running in and the terrain you’re running on, and things can get rather interesting… Now, imagine running 50km...
by Linda Doke | 24 Jun 2014 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
It’s time for Rockhoppin’ Trail’s Trail Hero of the Month. No more appropriate a time for Thabang Madiba, this month crowned South African Trail Champion (long distance), for the second year running. He blitzed the 38km SA long distance champs...
by Linda Doke | 28 May 2014 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
It’s still May (only just) and time enough to squeeze in Rockhoppin’ Trail’s Trail Hero of the Month for May. This month it’s someone who’s still at the fresher end of her running career, who’s getting faster with every race she wins, and who has many exciting years...
by Linda Doke | 15 Apr 2014 | All Articles, Athlete Interviews
Rockhoppin’ Trail’s Trail Hero of the Month for April is a runner who has inspired thousands of people to push beyond what they’ve thought to be their limits and discover new strengths. She’s the perfect example of someone who’s not willing to settle for what society...
