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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

The Jabulani Challenge is back for 2023 and once again will offer runners some of the best Sydney trails to be found anywhere, and no we aren’t trying to fool you!!!

Predominantly on single track the course has everything to offer from waterside tracks, lush rainforest, stunning sandstone formations and creek crossings. Exploring some hidden waterways it’s hard to believe you are only 30 minutes from the heart of Sydney. It might not have the big inclines of other events of this distance but this is one deceptively tough course!

With three distances (45km, 22km & 12km) to choose from, the event caters for everyone from hardened trail veterans to the more casual runner. The start and finish is at Bobbin Head, making it logistically easy, but more importantly a great spot on the edge of Pittwater for a family day out.

The Jabulani Challenge is also the first leg of the Triple Trail Challenge, the ultimate trail running test! Simply enter the Triple Trail Challenge and you’re automatically registered for the Jabulani Challenge (22km or 45km), the 36km Raffertys Coastal Run (the February or July date) and the 30km Coastal Classic in 2023.

Those runners that rise to the challenge and successfully complete all 3 events in the same calendar year are rewarded with an exclusive Triple Trail Challenge hoodie. All three events are held within a couple of hours drive of Sydney. With only 100 spots available and 75% sold already, you won’t want to miss your chance.

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