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Click the relevant link below to download your 2025 MacMac Athlete Info Pack.
PLEASE NOTE: The download is a zip file that contains your info pack document, as well as the route GPX file and also a Google Earth KMZ file for you to open in Google Earth to explore the route. You will need to extract the files from the zip file.
List is compulsory for first 100miles out. First 100miles out has stretches up to 55km between aid stations and can be seen as the rugged self sufficient and self navigate adventure of the race were the second 100miles back you will share the trail with the normal 100mile race and be spoiled with fully stocked aid stations every 8 to 17km.
Compulsory equipment for 100miles back is same as for normal 100mile race(refer to 100mile section).
Mac Mac Ultra is registered as a UTMB® INDEX RACE.
Participants’ Minimum qualifications and experience
It is illegal to trespass onto the Mac Mac Trail without a permit. Whilst the organisers of the Mac Mac Ultra actively encourage participants of this event to hike the Fanie Botha and other Trails we relinquish any attempt to trespass on Private Property. As the Mac Mac Trails is equally off bounds to everyone for the purposes of training the event organisers will not hesitate to disqualify anyone who trespasses onto the Trail outside of this event and ban them from future participation. Past participants guilty of trespassing will have their previous results annulled and names publicised on the event websites and in event correspondences.
List is compulsory for all athletes
You will be spoiled with fully stocked aid stations every 8 to 17km.
Mac Mac Ultra is registered as a UTMB® INDEX RACE.
Participants’ Minimum qualifications and experience
It is illegal to trespass onto the Mac Mac Trail without a permit. Whilst the organisers of the Mac Mac Ultra actively encourage participants of this event to hike the Fanie Botha and other Trails we relinquish any attempt to trespass on Private Property. As the Mac Mac Trails is equally off bounds to everyone for the purposes of training the event organisers will not hesitate to disqualify anyone who trespasses onto the Trail outside of this event and ban them from future participation. Past participants guilty of trespassing will have their previous results annulled and names publicised on the event websites and in event correspondences.
List is compulsory for all athletes
You will be spoiled with fully stocked aid stations every 8 to 17km.
Mac Mac Ultra is registered as a UTMB® INDEX RACE.
Participants’ Minimum qualifications and experience
It is illegal to trespass onto the Mac Mac Trail without a permit. Whilst the organisers of the Mac Mac Ultra actively encourage participants of this event to hike the Fanie Botha and other Trails we relinquish any attempt to trespass on Private Property. As the Mac Mac Trails is equally off bounds to everyone for the purposes of training the event organisers will not hesitate to disqualify anyone who trespasses onto the Trail outside of this event and ban them from future participation. Past participants guilty of trespassing will have their previous results annulled and names publicised on the event websites and in event correspondences.
R8,800.00
The New Mac Mac Monster is an out and back 200miler. First 100miles(out) self navigate, unsupported except for checkpoints up to 55km’s apart. Second 100miles(back) will be shared with the 100mile race and check points at least every 10miles.
Start: Wednesday 26June 14h00 Merry Pebbles Sabie
Registration: Wednesday from 12h00- 13h00 Merry Pebbles Sabie
Compulsory race briefing: 13h00
Time Limit: 90Hours 10h00 Sunday 30June
Prize Giving Brunch: 10h00 Sunday Merry Pebbles Sabie
Meal Tickets for friends and family can be bought at registration.
List is compulsory for all athletes
You will be spoiled with fully stocked aid stations every 8 to 17km.
Mac Mac Ultra is registered as a UTMB® INDEX RACE.
Participants’ Minimum qualifications and experience
It is illegal to trespass onto the Mac Mac Trail without a permit. Whilst the organisers of the Mac Mac Ultra actively encourage participants of this event to hike the Fanie Botha and other Trails we relinquish any attempt to trespass on Private Property. As the Mac Mac Trails is equally off bounds to everyone for the purposes of training the event organisers will not hesitate to disqualify anyone who trespasses onto the Trail outside of this event and ban them from future participation. Past participants guilty of trespassing will have their previous results annulled and names publicised on the event websites and in event correspondences.
R8,800.00
The New Mac Mac Monster is an out and back 200miler. First 100miles(out) self navigate, unsupported except for checkpoints up to 55km’s apart. Second 100miles(back) will be shared with the 100mile race and check points at least every 10miles.
Start: Wednesday 26June 14h00 Merry Pebbles Sabie
Registration: Wednesday from 12h00- 13h00 Merry Pebbles Sabie
Compulsory race briefing: 13h00
Time Limit: 90Hours 10h00 Sunday 30June
Prize Giving Brunch: 10h00 Sunday Merry Pebbles Sabie
Meal Tickets for friends and family can be bought at registration.
List is compulsory for all athletes
You will be spoiled with fully stocked aid stations every 8 to 17km.
Mac Mac Ultra is registered as a UTMB® INDEX RACE.
Participants’ Minimum qualifications and experience
It is illegal to trespass onto the Mac Mac Trail without a permit. Whilst the organisers of the Mac Mac Ultra actively encourage participants of this event to hike the Fanie Botha and other Trails we relinquish any attempt to trespass on Private Property. As the Mac Mac Trails is equally off bounds to everyone for the purposes of training the event organisers will not hesitate to disqualify anyone who trespasses onto the Trail outside of this event and ban them from future participation. Past participants guilty of trespassing will have their previous results annulled and names publicised on the event websites and in event correspondences.
11:00 to 12:45
200 Mile Race registration at Merry Pebbles
12:45 - 13:30
200 Mile Mandatory Race Briefing
14:00
200 Mile Race Start
12:00
Shuttle departs from OR TAMBO AIRPORT.
Meeting Point: DOMESTIC ARRIVALS INFORMATION DESK
Please don’t be late as the shuttle will not be able to wait for you!
16:00 to 20:00
Race registration at Merry Pebbles
08h30
A SHUTTLE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO TRANSFER 100 MILERS FROM MERRY PEBBLES TO THE VINE RESTAURANT IN PILGRIMS REST
09:00 to 11:00
100 Mile Race registration at Pilgrims Rest
11:00 - 11:45
100 Mile Mandatory Race Briefing
12:00 - 100 Mile Race Start
16:00 to 20:00
Race registration at Merry Pebbles
06:00
50 Mile Race Start at Graskop Gorge Lift
07:30
46KM Race Start at Merry Pebbles
07:30
25KM Race Start at Merry Pebbles
12:00
25 km PRIZE GIVING @ Race Village MERRY PEBBLES
19:00
46 km PRIZE GIVING @ Race Village MERRY PEBBLES
Afternoon Entertainment, Bands and Beer Garden
08:00 - 11:30
Breakfast/Brunch at the restaurant
10:00 to 11:30
200 Mile, 100 Mile & 50 Mile Prize Giving & Buckle Ceremony at Merry Pebbles
12:00 - ?
Beers & war stories at Merry Pebbles
BEFORE 31 JANUARY 2025 – 25% CANCELLATION FEE
BETWEEN 1 FEB 2025 AND 2 June 2025 – 50% CANCELLATION FEE
AFTER 2 June 2025 – 100% CANCELLATION FEE – NO REFUND
ENTRIES CAN BE TRANSFERRED/DEFERRED BEFORE 2 June 2025.
THERE IS A R400 ADMIN FEE.
Saturday 26 April
18h00 : ‘Ken Mekaar Braai’– Merry Pebbles at Mac Mac Designated Camp
Sunday 27 April
06h00 : Coffee & Rusks @ Merry Pebbles at Mac Mac Designated Camp
06h30 : Route Recce Run no 1
11h00 : Return from Run
12h00-14h00 : Lunch & Info Session @ Sabie Brewery.(Lunch Own Account)
16h00 : Route Recce Run no 2
Monday 28 April
06h00 : Coffee & Rusks – Merry Pebbles at Mac Mac Designated Camp Area
06h30 : Route Recce Run no 3
08h00 : York Bark in the Park and Trail Run @ Engelhard Park Sabie (Forest Festival) not Compulsory entry not included - 10km 5km 2.1km
11h00 : Return from Run
12h00 – 14h00 : Lunch & Info Session
18h00 : Night Run (remember headlight)
Tuesday 29 April
06h00 : Coffee & Rusks – Merry Pebbles at Mac Mac Designated Camp Area
06h30 : Route Recce Run no 4. Last of scheduled runs
12h00 : Lunch & Info Session @ Johnny’s Pub Pilgrims rest. (Lunch Own Account)
14h00 : End of formalities. Opportunity to enjoy the festivities of Forest Festival and even enter the popular 3 day Sabie Experience starting 1May.
Info Sessions
The various info sessions over the weekend will include the following topics:
Trail Gear : Understanding gear for training & racing
Navigation for Trail Runners : Map your run, planning your trail, navigational skills, GPS navigation
Training Plans : Train smart & avoid injury
Nutrition : Eating right for training & racing
Strength & Mobility : How cross training helps for trail runners
Recovery & injuries
Question & Answers
Our Race Village is at Merry Pebbles and we have negotiated a discounted rate for Mac Mac Weekend.
This is the Start venue for the 25km, 46km and 200mile race and the Finish line for all our races.
All reservations can be done direct with Merry Pebbles or on line
Website: www.merrypebbles.co.za
Email: info@merrypebbles.co.za
Call us: 013-764 2266/ 764 1502
Self Catering options
Merry Pebbles Chalets are all self catering.
Each Chalet has~
Camping/Caravanning options
Merry Pebbles works on a first come basis we DO NOT reserve specific sites
Free U2’s
The tariff includes the site plus the electrical point.
Merry Pebbles Holiday Resort is situated on the banks of the upper reaches of the Sabie River and is a lovely setting to relax after a hard day’s trail run.
One may make use of the many leisure activities at the resort like the heated pool, tennis court, mini-golf, outdoor chess, play park, trampolines & fly fishing in the Sabie river.
No Day visitors allowed. However for the Mac Mac trail run there will be an area opened up for the general public but still no access into main accommodation/camping area.
NO MOTORBIKES OR QUAD BIKES OR MOTORBIKES ON TRAILERS ALLOWED AT MERRY PEBBLES
Upgraded tented camp at Merry Pebbles (excludes race entry).
Accommodation is for a maximum of 2 people per tent.
Rate is for the entire weekend, and includes:
For more info contact us at info@macmacultra.com
Mount Sheba Check Point for 100M & 200M tel:+27137681241
Mount Sheba is situated in the Rainforest near the famous town of Pilgrim’s Rest in Mpumalanga.
Superb Cuisine and Luxury Rooms with crackling wood Fireplaces, give a magical feel to this one-of-a-kind Forest Resort.
Tranquil Hiking Trails through the Rainforest, rare Samango Monkeys and joyful bird calls will transport you to utter Relaxation.
Mount Sheba is one of the Aid Stations and Spectator points on the 100mile & 200mile routes.
Huge accommodation discounts for Mac Mac Entrants and their Families.
Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge is now an official aid station on the Mac Mac Ultra 100 Mile and 200 Mile routes! Not only is it a perfect spot to refuel and recharge, but it’s also an amazing spectator point for your friends and family to cheer you on.
Stay Close to the Action!
Crystal Springs is offering an exclusive accommodation special for runners and supporters. Book your chalet now and experience the race from the heart of the trail!
25km Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM.pdf
25km Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM-MALE.pdf
25km Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM-FEMALE.pdf
48km Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM.pdf
48km Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM-MALE.pdf
48km Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM-Female.pdf
50Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M.pdf
50Mile Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M-MALE.pdf
50Mile Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M-FEMALE.pdf
100Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-100M.pdf
100Mile Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-100M-Male.pdf
100Mile Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/100M-Ladies.pdf
200Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/200M.pdf
25km Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM.pdf
25km Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM-MALE.pdf
25km Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-25KM-FEMALE.pdf
48km Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM.pdf
48km Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM-MALE.pdf
48km Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-48KM-Female.pdf
50Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M.pdf
50Mile Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M-MALE.pdf
50Mile Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-50M-FEMALE.pdf
100Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-100M.pdf
100Mile Male: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MacMac-Ultra-ZAMA-ZAMA-100M-Male.pdf
100Mile Female: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/100M-Ladies.pdf
200Mile Overall: https://macmacultra.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/200M.pdf
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