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The Trail Chasers

Hosted by Dean Horwitz a trail running enthusiast, who started his journey in 2022, Dean has experienced the transformative power of chasing trails firsthand. Fuelled by a passion for trail running and a knack for connecting with fellow trail chasers, Dean created this podcast to merge both interests.This podcast is all about embracing the adventure, community, and self-discovery that comes with trail running. Join Dean on a journey of exploration and discovery, where you’ll learn about the world of

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21:10

How the Cogmans Trail Run Became a Winter Classic |...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text 💭 "We just wanted to bring people together to experience the beauty of Montagu's trails." – Robert Le Brun What happens when a trail runner with a dream sets out to showcase one of South Africa’s hidden gems? If you're Robert Le Brun AKA Brundle, you create the Cogmans Trail Run—a community-driven race through the rugged, beautiful trails of Montagu that’s become a beloved winter trail running classic. In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Brundle to talk about

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48:08

Hans Troyer: Big Energy, Bigger Dreams – The Kid Who...

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2025/07/13

Send us a text 💭 “I just fell in love with it—and now I can’t stop.” Hans Troyer is only 10 races into his trail running journey, but he’s already bringing serious energy, heart, and chaos to the sport. Known as The Destroyer, Hans is the kind of runner you notice—not because of podiums, but because of pure passion. In this international debut of The People I Meet, we catch up with Hans about how it all started, what keeps him coming back, and why trail running has become more than just a

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52:57

Janet Steer: Starting Late, Going Long — Why It’s...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text 💭 “If there’s a fizz of possibility, I’m there.” – Janet Steer What if your greatest endurance strength wasn’t speed but the willingness to start? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we meet Janet Steer: mom of three, late starter, and now a back-of-the-pack ultrarunner who’s taken on the Gobi Desert March, the UTCT 100-miler and most recently the George Ultra Mountain Trail 100km.From doubting her own stamina to standing on podiums in the dark, Janet shows us that bravery ...

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77:34

James Montgomery: Run with Purpose—How Coaching Helps...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text 💭 “The most important thing you can do as a coach is respect that you don’t know everything.” What if unlocking your trail running potential wasn’t about running harder—but about learning to do less, better? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with James Montgomery—trail running coach, performance strategist, and co-founder of The Run Project. From helping beginners build consistency to working with elite athletes chasing podiums, James shares what truly makes a good

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19:14

Michael Edwards: Running for Rivers—How RMB is...

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2025/06/19

Send us a text 💭 "It does what it says on the tin. We are running—for rivers." What happens when a race is built with intention—not just to challenge runners, but to protect the places we run? If you're Michael Edwards from RMB, you partner up with Plaisir Wine Estate and the Banhoek Conservancy to create a trail event where every step supports conservation. Enter Run4Rivers—an experience rooted in purpose, powered by community, and filled with a little trail magic (and bubbles) along the

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19:39

Hein Boonzaaier | Full Send, Full Circle — How a...

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2025/06/17

Send us a text 💭 “We just wanted to create something that made people feel part of something again.” What do you do when races are cancelled, trails are empty, and the world has gone quiet? If you're Hein Boonzaaier, you team up with the legend Mike Obery and build something new. In this episode of Behind the Trails, we go back a few years to the birth of Full Send Trail—a FKT trail series that helped runners reconnect after a long lockdown. Hein shares how a conversation with Mike Obery

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57:23

Dr. Shaundre Jacobs: Built to Run—Strength, Power &...

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2025/06/13

Send us a text 💭 “Strength training is such a powerful tool to change someone’s life—whether it’s for health or performance.” What if getting better at trail running didn’t mean running more—but building strength where it matters most? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Dr. Shaundre Jacobs—a sports scientist, strength & conditioning coach, passionate trail runner, and beloved community leader. From beginner-friendly strength tips to common training mistakes and injury

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Rory Petzer | Champions Assemble — The Joy of...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text 💭 “Champions assemble!” Rory Petzer isn’t just funny—he’s thoughtful, real, and surprisingly honest about what running means to him. In this first episode of our new series The People I Meet, Rory—comedian, radio host, and self-proclaimed non-runner—shares how running became his anchor during tough times, why the running community feels like family, and what it means to celebrate the small wins. This isn’t a how-to. It’s a why-we-do-it. A reminder that every runner, no matter

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42:56

Hein Viljoen: Beyond the Run—Why Strength &...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text 💭 “It’s not flashy. It’s not gonna win you awards. You’re not putting it on Strava. But it impacts your runs tremendously.” What if the most important training you do doesn’t happen on the trails—but in the quiet, consistent work no one sees? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Hein Viljoen—physiotherapist, movement specialist, and passionate voice for smarter, stronger trail running. From injury prevention and performance prep to myths about core work and the

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33:38

Maranda Muller: Run Through Anything—How to Prepare...

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2025/05/18

Send us a text 💭 “You can’t always choose your conditions. But you can choose how you show up.” What if running long distances wasn’t just about finishing but facing everything that shows up along the way? The rain. The rocks. The raw emotions that hit harder than the hills. In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Maranda Muller—ultra-endurance athlete, coach at Mindset Movement, and a quiet storm in the Cape Town trail scene. From breaking poles and breaking down to crawling out

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69:21

Zane Schmahl: Chasing Distance—What to Expect When...

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2025/05/11

Send us a text “You don’t have to know the whole route. You just need to take the first step.” What if chasing distance wasn’t just about going further—but about finding freedom, learning what you’re made of, and getting wonderfully, beautifully lost along the way? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Zane Schmahl—trail race director, adventure racer, and co-founder of the legendary MUT (Mountain Ultra-Trail) in George. From running his first Otter to directing Africa’s only UTM...

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75:44

Owen Middleton: From Butterflies to Blisters—What...

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2025/05/03

Send us a text “You don’t need to win it. You just need to learn from it.” What if your first trail race wasn’t just a run—but a rite of passage? A place to learn, get it wrong, laugh at yourself, and fall in love with the trails? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Owen Middleton—founder of the iconic Trail Series® and the man who introduced thousands to their first-ever trail race. With nearly two decades of experience as a race director and route pioneer, Owen shares why you...

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46:14

Sue Ullyett—Volunteering, Vibes and Views: Where...

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2025/04/25

Send us a text "It's a coming together of friends, people who you feel like family." Ever wondered how volunteering, vibes, and views come together to turn Ultra Trail Cape Town and Ultra Trail Drakensberg into unmissable community celebrations? In this bonus episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Sue Ullyett—the event manager behind both UTCT and UTD. Sue shares how a chance coffee chat grew into a decade-strong core team, and how their passion for inclusivity transforms volunteers, sp...

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57:22

Lindi Meyer—More Than a Run: How LIV2Run is Changing...

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2025/04/18

Send us a text 🏃‍♀️ "Changing or impacting a life is really a long game. It's a commitment to walking alongside people and investing long-term." Have you ever considered the profound impact that trail running can have beyond physical fitness? In this special bonus episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Lindi Meyer—the visionary behind LIV2run, a movement that's redefining lives through the simple act of trail running. Lindi shares how her personal passion for running and people conv...

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59:54

Jenna Bowes: From Wine Gums to Finish Lines—Fueling...

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2025/04/09

Send us a text 🍌 "The secret isn't just training and running. It's all about your nutrition. What to eat before, during, and after a run can make or break your running experience." Ever felt completely drained halfway through your run or battled gut issues that ruin your experience? You're not alone! In this episode of Trail Chasers, Jenna Bowes—a trail runner, registered dietitian, and expert in endurance sports nutrition—returns to the show to demystify trail running nutrition for be...

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Jono Rumbelow: Start Strong—How to Choose the Right...

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2025/03/26

👟 "Running shoes are exactly the same as jeans. Different brands have different shapes." Choosing your first pair of trail shoes can feel like entering a foreign language class—foot shapes, pronation, stacks, drops... where do you even start? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Jono Rumbelow, run biomechanics specialist and shoe-fitting expert at RUN Specialist Store, to help beginners cut through the noise and find the perfect fit—without the overwhelm. Jono shares his j...

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53:48

Coach Erin van Eyssen: Find Your Stride—How to Run...

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2025/03/19

🏃‍♂️ "Forget performance and enjoy it. Run with mates, explore new routes. Don’t look at your watch—spend more time looking up than looking down." Starting trail running can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Erin van Eyssen, seasoned coach and founder of Flat Rock Endurance, to break down the best way to get started—without burnout, stress, or unnecessary complications. Erin shares his journey from discovering running ...

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50:50

Mike Obery: Don’t Start Trail Running Alone—Why...

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2025/03/12

🏃‍♂️ "I never thought a running group would change my life—but it did." In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Mike Obery to talk about the power of community in trail running. Mike shares how finding a running group not only helped him become a better runner but also introduced him to a supportive, inspiring community that made every trail run more fun and meaningful. From feeling uncertain about joining a group to discovering the friendships, motivation, and shared adventures

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52:56

Dean Horwitz: From Zero to Trail—How Running Changed...

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2025/03/05

"I could bench press over 100kgs, but I couldn’t walk 5KMs." 🤯 In this special solo episode of Trail Chasers, Dean takes the mic alone for the first time to share his personal journey—how a passion for communication led him from university radio 🎙️ to the world of podcasting, and how trail running 🏔️ completely transformed his life. From lifting heavy in the gym 💪 to struggling through his first run 😅, Dean opens up about the pivotal moments that changed everything—his struggles,

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57:04

Breaking Limits: Brendan Lombard on Coaching, Racing,...

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2025/02/20

What if I told you that the secret to becoming a stronger, faster, and injury-free runner isn’t just running more—but running smarter? In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz sits down with Brendan Lombard, an elite runner, coach, and sports scientist, to break down the art and science of training smarter, not harder. With years of experience coaching athletes worldwide, Brendan shares insights on balancing performance, recovery, and longevity in trail running. Brendan reveals how...

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