Did you ever dream that you may, one day, be able to run this extraordinary hiking trail as a one day trail run? Your dream has now become reality!! Our amazing partners make the Southern Storm and Otter races possible and help us create an experience of a lifetime for all involved.
Presenting Partner
The big news is that we are now very proud to be able to announce Hi-Tec as our primary presenting sponsor for the Otter Run. Hi-Tec’s Trail Eruption is the official Otter Run trail running shoe. As I alluded to in our first newsletter; events of this nature do not happen without the support of sponsors and Hi-Tec’s involvement in the Southern Storm and Otter Run have assisted, amongst other things, in ensuring the events TV and media coverage.
Managing director of Hi-Tec South Africa, Mickey Mallet said the following of Hi-Tec’s support of the Sothern Storm and Otter Run; “As the leading outdoor footwear ... 
Plettenberg Bay is the jewel of The Garden Route and is tranquil and charming, hospitable and rather special. Originally christened “Bahia Formosa” (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese explorers, Plettenberg Bay offers the visitor miles of sweeping, un spoilt golden beaches, a dramatic rocky peninsula, intriguing lagoons and estuaries, towering indigenous forests and unpolluted rivers and sea. Vehicle Partner
Gold Level Partner
From the trusted leader of energy on the run, GU Sports Drink gets straight to the point, hydration - reducing fatigue, muscle cramps and lactic acid, without artificial colouring, excess sugar, sticky sweet additives that make sports drinks difficult to stomach. Intentionally mild, with natural flavours for sweetness, GU Sports Drink puts the focus where it should be - on the finish line. Silver Level Partner
Buff® is the brand of an innovative, multi-functional garment that will keep off the sun, wind or cold. It’s a product that didn’t exist before 1992 which meets a significant need among sportspeople and outdoor activity practitioners who are seeking functionality, quality and design. Our best known piece is the original, multi-functional, seamless, tubular headgear that means you can perform any activity in total freedom and comfort.
Bronze Level Partner
Knysna is one of the Garden Route´s best known travel destinations. Situated between lush forests and the shores of the peaceful estuary it offers many activities and attractions to a wide variety of people.
The Knysna area consists out of Knysna, Sedgefield, Brenton, Noetzie, Rheenendal, Belvidere and Buffalo Bay. The area is one of the most scenic in the world and offers beaches, lakes and lush forests to play in.
After being South Africa’s favourite town of the year for a few years in a row, it has now received international recognition for the gem it is - it was named as one of the Top 100 Destinations ... 
Strategically located 3 star and 4 star hotels. Offering excellent comfort, superior service and high quality furnishings. Africa's largest and leading hotel group, Protea Hotels, now displays its special brand of hospitality in nine African countries!
Each Protea Hotel is uniquely different in character. Our collection includes small country Hotels, sea- and lakeside resorts, mountain retreats, bustling city centre Hotels, Safari lodges and more
First Ascent is South Africa’s leading outdoor gear and clothing brand. The company manufactures technical clothing and equipment for all outdoor pursuits, including mountaineering, hiking, trail running, mountain biking, paddling and more. Our gear is ‘performance tested’ giving you the peace of mind that it will stand up to whatever mother nature throws at it when you are out there!
FUTURE LIFETM is South Africa’s first low GI immune-boosting energy meal to contain clinically tested MODUCARE®. It is scientifically formulated to boost and support your body’s immune system and give you long-lasting energy.
MODUCARE® is a daily immune supplement made from a patented blend of plant sterols and sterolins.
FUTURE LIFETM has 23 vitamins and minerals, 19 amino acids, Omega 3 & 6, is high in energy and protein and is a low GI food, which is ideal for diabetics and all round healthy living. Media Partner
Deon Braun, editor and owner of GoMulti Magazine calls his magazine Go Multi as a call to action. It's a call to astute people everywhere to get off the couch, get onto their feet, bikes or boats and experience more from life. Research has shown that unless you're after an Olympic gold in a specific sport, the smart money is on doing smaller bits of several sports rather than an overdoes of one sport over and over again.
Let's face it. We weren't designed to just run all our lives, or swim, or cycle. We definitely were not designed to sit behind a desk all day either!
What a better Media Partner ... Product Partner
From the trusted leader of energy on the run, GU Sports Drink gets straight to the point, hydration - reducing fatigue, muscle cramps and lactic acid, without artificial colouring, excess sugar, sticky sweet additives that make sports drinks difficult to stomach. Intentionally mild, with natural flavours for sweetness, GU Sports Drink puts the focus where it should be - on the finish line.
Buff® is the brand of an innovative, multi-functional garment that will keep off the sun, wind or cold. It’s a product that didn’t exist before 1992 which meets a significant need among sportspeople and outdoor activity practitioners who are seeking functionality, quality and design. Our best known piece is the original, multi-functional, seamless, tubular headgear that means you can perform any activity in total freedom and comfort.
AC Environmental Products (Pty) Ltd is a company committed to
providing “Green” cleaning solutions, ensuring that in every day cleaning,
whether in business, domestically or recreational sports, that the products we use have no impact on our environment. Thus we as current custodians of the earth, leave the environment healthy and safe for the future custodians – our children
The Southern Storm goes green and thanks to Bio Bin our recycling is made easy.
Earth Scout is the Outdoor Specialist in the heart of the Garden Route, in Knysna at the Waterfront and stocks anything an outdoor heart may desire.
This is the ideal MTB chain lubricant. It has the right viscosity, various selected waxes, extreme pressure additives and dry lubricants; it gives long lasting lubrication while keeping the chain clean. Of all wax chain lubricants it lasts longest on a wet ride.
Nothing beats it in dry and dusty conditions. No degreasing required; if needed clean with dry brush and toothpick!
First Ascent is South Africa’s leading outdoor gear and clothing brand. The company manufactures technical clothing and equipment for all outdoor pursuits, including mountaineering, hiking, trail running, mountain biking, paddling and more. Our gear is ‘performance tested’ giving you the peace of mind that it will stand up to whatever mother nature throws at it when you are out there!
FUTURE LIFETM is South Africa’s first low GI immune-boosting energy meal to contain clinically tested MODUCARE®. It is scientifically formulated to boost and support your body’s immune system and give you long-lasting energy.
MODUCARE® is a daily immune supplement made from a patented blend of plant sterols and sterolins.
FUTURE LIFETM has 23 vitamins and minerals, 19 amino acids, Omega 3 & 6, is high in energy and protein and is a low GI food, which is ideal for diabetics and all round healthy living.
