ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Join Debbie and Fred as they dive into Fred’s first Whale of Trail experience—epic cliffs, beach miles, falls, whales, and all. From boutique race vibes to testing limits after Mac Mac, this honest conversation captures the beauty, challenge, and joy that make Whale of Trail unforgettable.Explore more about the course, race formats, wildlife, and entry details at the official Whale of Trail website: https://www.whaleoftrail.co.zaThanks to the photographers whose images we have used and toe Whale of Trail for providing the imagesNick JoubertPeter Kirk MediaAnja AucampDevin Paisley
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South Africa
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