by admin | Aug 24, 2026 | Achievers, General, Marathon racing
You’ve all seen lots of pics, and here are some of the war stories from those that stirred the teacup this weekend… All dams are different, and Emmarentia is actually very small, which has its pros and cons. Sadly we can’t host a straight 1 kilometre sprint, but we...
by admin | Aug 14, 2026 | General, River racing
“Keep calm and carry on” was the message sent to the scribe – which doubles up as sound advice when approaching a rapid on a raging river; and even on the Sella or the Tugela, so here’s some more news; with a special tribute of thanks to Pierre & Louis Strydom...
by admin | Aug 4, 2026 | Achievers, Flat water racing, General, Marathon racing, River racing, Stand Up Paddle
This isn’t the normal news, but rather a question or two: Are we really who we say we are, what do we want, and where are we going… To be good takes effort, while to be the best, the finest there is; takes real commitment and dedication at another level altogether....
by admin | Jul 27, 2026 | Achievers, General, Marathon racing
Dabs News – The 9 Miler, the Dabs Awards Evening and the PE2EL Book Launch This one’s about marathon paddling, fine club fun and stories from what must be the most scary ski race in the world. Tough. The Centurion Canoe Club and Reitveli Dam served up fine (almost...
by admin | Jul 15, 2026 | Flat water racing, General, Marathon racing, River racing, Surf ski racing
Apologies – it’s a long one – with lots of reports on all kinds of different sports and other stuff, because much has happened in the last month…. For the first time in many years Dabulamanzi wasn’t well represented at the SA Marathon Champs, which were held at...
by admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Flat water racing, General, Marathon racing
While Joburg’s winter got real, the final showdown of the PSG Gauteng Marathon Champs took place out at White River, where the weather was way warmer. Those who went got to enjoy the beautiful scenery and amazing dam with all its fish eagles, giant kingfishers and...
