Protests change iconic K-Way SkyRun route, but runners aren't deterred

The K-Way SkyRun has been a calendar highlight for local and international runners for 22-years. This year's historic run has, however, been overshadowed by protests in the area, forcing organisers to deviate from one of the scenic routes.

SkyRun organisers, Pure Adventures, announced on Facebook that "due to political unrest in Lady Grey" in the Eastern Cape, they had "made the very painful decision to move the entire event to Wartrail Country Club." 

The route change affects accommodation and travel arrangements for runners and their families.

Despite this disturbance in plans, Pure Adventures wants participants to look on the bright side.

"This is a rare opportunity to run the SkyRun on a once-off route." 

While some runners have cancelled their plans to attempt the gruelling 38km race, other's have thanked organisers for continuing to go ahead with the race and make route changes. 

Cause what else could you do with 13 hours of your time? Yup, that's how long runners have to finish the race.