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The ultimate challenge of 4 days of paddling from Paarl to Velddrif in July

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Really happy to have won my 15th @bergrivercanoe , my first win was 26 years ago and super grateful to still be mixing it up with the new young guns at the pointy end of the race . Big thanks to the race organizers who put together another fantastically tough event over the 240km from Paarl to Velddrift. Big thanks to @euro_steel_sport @colin.eurosteel for all your support. Thanks to @daniebuys (congrats on the 7th place finish )& @etiennebuys for letting me tag along during the race 🙏🏻Well done to all of you that managed to finish this humbling race . Hopefully see you all back ton the start line 2027 💪🏻

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Berg River Marathon announcement❗️

A huge congratulations to Grant Conlon for completing his 24th Berg and placing 3rd in the grand masters Category. We are extremely proud of all his efforts and dedication as he trains through the rainy days and makes sure to never miss a time trial!

We are also immensely proud of Neriyah Dill who completed her 3rd Berg and placed 1st overall women! She has been an inspiration to so many paddlers young and old at Stanford Canoe Club and has recently moved to Cape Town to take a step further in her canoeing journey.

We couldn’t be prouder of these two determined athletes 💪

#bergrivercanoemarathon #determination #canoeing #sport

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Bush wacking

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240km… pretty atrocious..

Hats off to all the slightly unhinged finishers of Berg 2026 !

Thanks to my faithful sponsor @grootbos
My partner in crime @saltkayaks
To the toughest photographers @capetownsportphotography
& to the fam & friends for all the love

Thank you God.

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BERG DAY 2 standings ⚡️ Zonquasdrift —> Bridgetown

🥈Joshie just behind the leader Hank
⚡️Stefaans standing 12th
⚡️Jack sitting 16th
⚡️Zack on 24th
⚡️Connie just behind him on 25th
⚡️Daantjie the legend sitting 30th!
⚡️Joanne sitting 36th and 4th lady!

An Absolute brutal day of tree blocks and getting lost!
Tomorrow the proper endurance comes to play! BRING IT ON 🚀
#VFPaddling #Berg #Letsgo

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Soo privileged to have been a part of this with @fordpaarl and witnessing the passion and heritage this sport has😍🔥🌊

Paarl truly is amazing ⛰️☀️

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Highlights of Day 1. ⚡️
Faces says it all!
📸 @gooseproductions_ thanks for capturing it all!

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The business end of the @bergrivercanoe

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Excited to be part of the action at the start of the 64th Bergrivier Canoe Marathon!

Paddlers from across the country and beyond are taking on this iconic river challenge, showcasing the very best of endurance and adventure. Events like this highlight the immense value of sport tourism — boosting local economies, celebrating our beautiful landscapes, and bringing communities together through healthy, active experiences.

A big thank you to the organisers and all the sponsors for the kind invitation and for making this milestone edition possible. Wishing every athlete a safe and unforgettable paddle!

#BergrivierCanoeMarathon #SportTourism #Drakenstein #EnjoyDrakenstein #WesternCapeEvents

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Before the sun was fully up, the energy was already electric. 🌅🚣

An early morning alongside the incredible team at @paarltrails , getting everything ready for the start of the Berg River Canoe Marathon.

What an amazing turnout, and what a privilege to be part of an event that brings so many people together. From volunteers and supporters to sponsors and spectators, it’s inspiring to see a community rally behind these incredible athletes as they take on one of South Africa’s toughest endurance races.

Here’s to strong paddles, unforgettable moments, and a weekend of cheering from the riverbanks.

Ready. Set. Ford. 💙

#FordPaarl #BergRiverCanoeMarathon #PaarlTrails #ReadySetFord #BidvestMcCarthy

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#JouHarmonieVanKlanke

Die 64ste @bergrivercanoe marathon is amptelik aan die gang

#PaarlFMisnVIBE

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