De Hoop Collection and the annual Merrell Whale of Trail Run joined forces in 2024 to raise funds for the building of a playground extension at Ouplaas EK Primary School situated on the Ouplaas farm, a few kilometres from De Hoop Collection.
Bryony McCormick lined up at the start of the Merrell Whale of Trail in 2015. It was her first ever ultra and she brings you seven tips and insights to the big day that might help you get to the finish line slightly less stressed than she was!
The Whale of Trail starts at Potberg Environmental Centre, and bottlenecks the entire field onto single track immediately. To avoid overcrowding the organisers introduced a lap around the Centre first, so if you’re keen to get up front early on – then best you Wayde van Niekerk the first lap to get a good position on the single track.
Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the Merrell Whale of Trail and then
some! If you have missed Part 1 (A-N) – you can find it here!
Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the Merrell Whale of Trail and then
some!
