DIN AMBASSADOR
 CHRISTIAAN GREYLING
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Diamond Dash Nov 2011
It was a splendid day out in the bushveld this weekend at Goodland Estate where trail runners once again set out on the brand new Diamond Dash Trails. A stiff koppie climb kicked off the 10km and 17km events - welcome to trail running! The rest of the course meandered through the Seringveld bushveld and green trails of this magnificent area. The camera was there to capture the best moments and will be broadcasted on Supersport. What a winner! ...read more |
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Christiaan Greyling
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> A Beginner's Take on the Spirit of Africa
> Adventure Racing The Ultimate Challenge
> Adventure Racing Let the Adventure Begin
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> OTTER AFRICAN TRAIL RUN
I quickly learnt why the OTTER African Trail Run has been dubbed 'The Grail of Trail' by local organisers Magnetic South. This splendid coastal run passes through the beaches and sea cliffs from Storms River Mouth to the tranquil little village of Nature's Valley. This will undoubtedly soon become one of the most sought-after trail runs on Planet Earth.
Perfect weather saw the runners set off along the Otter singletrack shortly after sunrise, with the front bunch consisting of the big guns in the men's race. With eight what the organizers call 'significant climbs', the OTTER is one of the most treacherous trail runs in the country. The Otter is unique in the sense that there is only one route with no chances of taking a detour, unless you want to do an extra day's running and the fact that there the entire route is a trail in the true sense of the word. In the end, Ryan Sandes' superb class was just too good for the rest of the field as he dashed across the floating bridge to the finish in an incredible time of 4hrs 40min, breaking the current record by more than 7min. A strong ladiesŐ field saw Su Don-Wauchope victorious over Robyn Ferrar, with Landie Visser claiming a close, well-deserved third place. Christiaan Greyling, Do It Now Ambassador, also finished a strong 9th position in the open men's category. The Otter is an unbelievable adventure with memories that will last a lifetime.
Men: 1. Ryan Sandes 4.40.15 | 2. Bruce Arnett 4.51.51 | 3. Victor Gugushe 4.53.57
Women: 1. Su Don-Wauchope 5.39.42 | 2. Robyn Ferrar 5.44.52 | 3. Landie Visser 5.47.00
Words by Landie Visser
> Kinetic Fullmoon 120km Adventure race in Verlorenkloof Lydenburg 13/14 Aug 2011: First Place
Team First Ascent Cyanosis' Christiaan Greyling, Ryno Griesel, Nathan Thompson and Landie Visser
> Christiaan finished third in the Nedbank Big 5 challenge at the 2011 Knysna Oyster festival
> Represented a sponsored South African team which took part in the Abu-dhabi Adventure challenge in 2008
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PERSONAL PROFILE
NAME: Christiaan Greyling
ALIAS: Kliphard
DATE OF BIRTH: 11 September 1984
HEIGHT: 185cm
FAVORITE FOOD: Indian Food
FAVOURITE MOVIE: Shawshank Redemption
WHERE ARE YOU FROM: Carolina
CURRENT RESIDENCE: Western Cape
A QUOTE YOU LIVE BY:
You normally regret the things you didn't do more than the things you did!
OTHER HOBBIES:
Hunting, Anything adventurous
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
CATEGORY: inACTION:ADVENTURE RACING, TRAIL RUNNING
WHEN DID YOU START?
2004
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Abu-dhabi Adventure Challenge
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
GT Zaskar Pro 2008 MTB, Solamon Wings shoes, Ascis road running shoes, K2's: Accord & Destroyer, Suunto T6d heart rate & altitude meter.
SPONSORS?
RACETIME, Outdoor Freedom
YOUR PROUDEST ACHIEVEMENT
Swazi Xtreme Sport pair Winners, 3rd in Big 5 challenge
CAREERS INBETWEEN
Industrial Engineer Consultant
WEBSITE LINKS
www.teamgijima.co.za
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