False Bay 50km Race

2024 EVENT CANCELLED

2024 event cancelled

due to roadworks

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Clarence Drive road works – project update

By 11 December 2023 repairs to Clarence Drive had progressed to the point that one-way traffic could be accommodated. However, several restrictions remains in place for reasons of public safety. 6 stop-and-go points on Clarence Drive and one at Palmiet Bridge, brings it to a total of 7 stop-and-go points between Gordon’s Bay and Kleinmond.

Although initial projections indicated that the project would be completed during Quarter 1 of 2024, the project is now envisaged to be completed by the end of the third quarter of 2024.

To view regular updates clink on the link below.

https://www.westerncape.gov.za/tpw/department-of-infrastructure/clarence-drive-road-update

DIE BURGER – JANUARY 2024

COMRADES QUALIFIER

The 2024 False Bay 50 km Ultra Marathon has been granted Comrades Qualifier status for the 2024 Comrades Marathon! The event is not only a perfectly timed last long run in your Comrades preparation, but now also offers an opportunity for runners to improve their seeding. See Comrades website www.comrades.co.za for qualifying or seeding details.

The iconic point to point ultra road race from Kleinmond to Gordon’s Bay along the scenic Clarence Drive, proudly presented by Strand Athletics Club, with the assistance of the Hangklip Athletics Club.

ROUTE PROFILE & CUT-OFF TIMES

The False Bay 50 starts in Kleinmond and runs along the scenic coastal road past Betty’s Bay, Pringle Bay, Rooi Els and Kogel Bay, finishing in Gordon’s Bay. Temporary road closures will occur between Rooi Els and Gordon’s Bay. A fleet of Kia sweep vehicles will be following the back runners and will be collecting runners from the cut-off points.

RUN “THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL DRIVE IN THE WORLD”!

BUS TRANSPORT TO THE START

Purchase your bus ticket to the start, available at R110.00,
should you require one, when entering online.

Parking is provided at the Naval base sport facilities, across from the finish, at Gordon’s Bay Primary school, for those travelling by bus from Gordon’s Bay to the start in Kleinmond. Athletes using private transport to the start, can have their drivers and seconds, travel back to Gordon’s Bay, along the race route. However, because of the temporary partial road closure between Rooi Els and Gordon’s Bay, travelling will only be permitted in the one direction, towards Gordon’s Bay.

Buses will start leaving for the start from 04h00 and the last bus will depart at 05h00. Please don’t be late, and don’t forget your bus ticket. Unfortunately, there will be no buses travelling back from Gordon’s Bay to Kleinmond. Closing date for entries and bus tickets is Thursday, 27 April 2023.

FINISH VENUE

CLUB GAZEBOS

There will be a demarcated area for Club gazebo’s on the sports field overlooking the finish, and Clubs are invited to book a spot for race day. Space is limited and gazebo spots will be allocated on a first come first served basis. No motor vehicles can be allowed onto the field, Clubs are asked to park outside the gate in Dennehof Rd (on the N2 side of the school) and carry the necessary inside.
Club Gazebos can be erected on Saturday, 6 May, from 14h00 – 17h00. No gazebos can be put up on the morning of the race.
No braais, gas cookers or alcohol will be allowed onto the field. You are more than welcome to bring your own food and soft drinks. There will also be a variety of vendors to cater for your requirements during and after the event.
Email falsebay50@gmail.com by no later than 17h00 on Thursday, 4 May 2023 to secure your spot.

OUR CHARITY

As part of our policy of community health upliftment, the Strand Athletics Club is happy to endorse Vitanova in its drive to recruit Tissue & Organ Donors. Organ and tissue donors help patients by donating their organs and tissues when they pass on. A single donor can help 7 people through organ donation and 65 or more people through tissue donation. You can donate your heart, liver, kidneys, pancreas and lungs. You can also donate skin, bone, corneas and heart valves.

You can make a difference by registering as a Tissue & Organ Donor, there is no cost involved and it won’t take more than a minute to complete.