04. 10. 25
WILDLY BEAUTIFUL. RELENTLESSLY TOUGH.
Don’t fear the bite of the Cape’s toughest trails. There’s no antidote when nature strikes.
PICK YOUR POISON
COBRA Marathon
R1850
COBRA halF-Marathon
R1350
THE VINEYARD LABYRINTH
R850
THE MAIN EVENTS
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From the ridgelines of Constantia to the edge of the Atlantic, this is Cape Town trail running reimagined.
42KM through seven iconic wine farms, ancient footpaths and untamed single track, with climbs that bite and descents that burn.
It’s raw. It’s rare. And it’s never been run before.Become the Cobra 🐍🔥
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Don’t be fooled - this half bites. The opening climb sets the tone, rewarding you with epic views before a steep, technical descent.
Perfect for trail newcomers, but just as fierce if you choose to push the pace.
Go easy or go all in, either way, become the Cobra 🐍🔥
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Don’t be fooled, this short course coils.
The opening climb creeps in fast, with vineyard switchbacks and sharp elevation.
What follows is flowing, fast, and fierce if you choose to chase it.
Perfect for first-timers. Brutal if you push.
Start just behind the 42K. Ride the energy. Finish with fire.
Then chill in the vineyards, or head to a support zone before we all meet at the Green Point finish line.
That’s where the Cobra strikes.Become the Cobra.
3 CHALLENGES, WITHIN THE RACE
IS THAT VENOM COURSING THROUGH YOUR VEINS?
Or are you just ready to run… This race isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s got twists, turns, and a few surprise bites along the way…
Sure, we’ll honour the podium champions, but there’s more than one way to prove your venom. Keep your eyes sharp - extra challenges and prizes await those ready to become the Cobra!
1. THE TREAD PURSUIT
Position is everything now. It’s about the hunt.
The surge. The moment you strike.
This is a race, within the race. You’ll be watched. Tracked. Ranked. And you wont know where it begins, until you are already in it. Somewhere along the route, the game changes .
Whoever moves up the most positions between these to points, claims the title. This is about tactics, timing and knowing when to make your move.
This one is high stakes. Up for grabs, Gozney’s design award winning outdoor pizza oven- The Tread - Check them out.
The Pursuit lives inside the race. When the moment strikes, will you hunt like a cobra or get swallowed whole?
Are you predator or prey?
2. SPONSOR SEGMENT CHALLENGES
Trail snakes, this one’s for you. Selected Sponsored Strava segments along the route are your battleground. Push hard, clock the fastest time and claim epic prizes and bragging rights from our sponsor partners.
The main prize: A day trip from Cape Cobra Hire for the fastest male and female on Pipe Track! Just make sure your watch is tracking and stick around until prize giving to find out how you stack up on the day!
Look out for more prizes and segments. The segments will be short, steep, sharp and savage.
So save a little gas, if you dare…
3. COBRA CREW SHAKEDOWN
This one’s for the trail tribes. The wolf packs. And the rivals.
The Cobra Crew Shakedown is the third official “race and Freedom of Movement is the main prize sponsor!
Form a crew of 3 runners. Individual finish times are combined, and the fastest total time wins.
Three winners per distance- Male. Female. Mixed. 18 prizes for the champions. And a permanent mark in the Cobra Hall of Fame.
Run together. Strike together. Become the crew to beat.
How to enter: Email us your crew name and the names of all 3 runners. (Must be officially entered in the race.)
YOUR WELL-EARNED REWARD
The Finish Line Festival
You made it through the mountains.
You faced the fynbos and maybe even a real cobra?!
You didn’t break — you bit back.
Now it’s time for the finish line reward you didn’t know you needed.
Months of energy, miles of training, and the raw grit of race day all converge at one place:
The Cobra’s pulse. The finish line festival.
Set in the heart of Cape Town, this is where the trail community comes together, where runners become legends and spectators become part of the story.
🎸 Live bands brought to you by School of Rock
❄️ ZLAANT RECOVERY ZONE: ICE BATH, MASSAGE, COMPRESSION BOOTS, STRETCH ZONE, PIZZA
🏉 Rugby on the big screen- BOKS VS ARGENTINA
🏆 An electric prize giving you doN’T want to miss
🎧 A DJ booth pumping grooves Into the evening
🧒 A Kid Zone & fun runs for the young Cobras
🎙 Podcasts, live media, run crews and interviews:
all capturing the post-race glory
Whether you’re racing, crewing, cheering or vibing — this is your moment. This is where the mountain hands over the mic.
The Cobra doesn’t end at the finish. It explodes into a celebration.
THE ZLAANTAPP: YOUR TOOLKIT FOR TRAIL DOMINATION
Podcast style expert tips and advice
Injury prevention, recovery protocols and live strength classes
Connect with coaches, track your training and share your progress
Prepare for the Cobra like a beast. Every entrant gets access. No excuses.
COUCH2COBRA: YOUR FIRST 21KM STARTS HERE
New to trail running? This is your launchpad.
Couch to Cobra is a 12-week beginner-friendly training plan designed by Fred Richardson, founder of Mindful Runner and one of SA’s top trail coaches.
Fred blends expert endurance coaching with mindfulness, helping you build strength, confidence, and mental grit with every step.
From zero to finish line glory—this is where your Cape Cobra story begins.
DETAILS FOR APP ACCESS WILL BE COMMUNICATED WITH YOU IN YOUR ENTRY CONFIRMATION EMAILS
Who's Behind the Madness
Ryan Bekker
RDG (Race Director-General)
Master of logistics, keeper of the spreadsheets, slayer of last-minute chaos. If it looks like it’s running smoothly, it’s probably because Ryan’s already had five coffees and fixed it!
Ashraf Orrie
OGTC (Original Gangster of Trail Connections)
Influencer, instigator, elder statesman of the trails. Mr. O gets things moving — from permits to people. Legend has it, he can run 3 different races at the same time.
Jesse B Roberts / Zlaant
CMO (Chief Mischief Officer)
The brand, the reels, the gear, the hype. Looking after the media, marketing, Zlaant — and your finish line party. If it looks good, sounds cool or smells like deep heat, Jesse’s behind it.
Sean Gomes / Zlaant
CVO (Chief Vibe Officer)
Co-founder of Zlaant. Quiet operator with a sharp eye for strategy and wild new ideas. Sean’s all strategy — until something feels electric, then its full send. Big energy, big brain, bigger heart.
A Message from the Organisers
We're not here to copy. We're here to create. The Cape Cobra Trail Marathon was born from passion. The kind that keeps you up at night dreaming of wild trails, gritty finishes and the thunder tunnel support crew as the dust settles at the finish line.
We’re building something that belongs to the community. Something for every runner, from the seasoned ultra-warrior to the weekend warrior, ready to test new ground. Inclusivity isn't just a checkbox for us. It’s the heartbeat of this event.
You are the pulse.
Expect a trail experience that stands alone—a true outlier on the racing calendar.
This is your race. Welcome to the Cape Cobra.
Wildly Beautiful. Relentlessly Tough.
We’ll see you at the start line.
Ryan, Jesse, Ashraf and Sean
S-S-S-See you out there
Contact Us
Have questions about the Cape Cobra Trail Marathon? Get in touch for race details, registration support, sponsorships or media inquiries.
Reach out to our team—we’re here to help you take on the challenge!