The Trail Chasers Podcast

The Trail Chasers Podcast Trail tales, running insights & adventure awaits! Join Dean Horwitz & friends as they uncover the heart of South African Trail Running Community.

New Episodes every week!

19/12/2025

You don’t always need noise.
Sometimes you just need to be seen.

I loved this quote from my series chat with the legend that is .l.robson on the quiet art of aid station magic.

Reading the moment.
Knowing when a runner needs a hug, a nod, or nothing at all.

It’s hard to explain to non-runners what really happens out there, but this is it.
Presence. Humanity. Community, when it matters most.

Tag someone who showed up for others on race day 👇

18/12/2025

“Success in running is not just about results, it is about breaking mental limits that carry over into life.”
.southafrica

1Throwback to one of my most inspiring chats of the year with from .southafrica ahead of .

​Lindi’s philosophy is powerful: when senior athletes push into that Top 10, they aren’t just racing. They are "running ahead" to show the next generation exactly what is possible.

When you realize you can go further than you thought, your entire world changes.

17/12/2025

Imagine flying all the way from Sweden to run the 100-miler... and your luggage never arrives. 😱

One of my favourite stories of the year was this one that Leigh Goldschmidt told me from the 2024 event, and how the Cape Town trail community rallied together!

Within 45 minutes of hearing the news, the team (along with and ) had this runner fully kitted out from head to toe.

"He reckons it wouldn't have happened in any other country." A beautiful reminder of the spirit of UTCT and the Cape Town trail community. 🤝

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16/12/2025

Have you listened/watched our insightful chat with
LISTEN/WATCH at the LINK in our BIO!

"I think the thread is that I just have no understanding of my limitations." 🚀

Why can't I run 100 miles? Why can't I get that job? on the power of audacity (and recognizing privilege). A masterclass in betting on yourself.

What’s the "impossible" thing you’re chasing right now?

15/12/2025

NEW EPISODE LIVE NOW!
Why Can't I?" on Pushing Limits and Building Trail Running's Future
Listen/Watch at the LINK in our BIO!

I don't seek out conflict... I also don't tolerate b*llsh*t." 😤
is unfiltered in this episode. From diversity in trail running to the mindset of "Why Not Me?" We dive we into it all.

Full episode is LIVE on YouTube and Spotify.
Click the link in our bio to Watch/Listen! 📺 🎶

Shot at the epic new

14/12/2025

"You’re going to go out into the world... but you did this remarkable thing that you can now carry forward with you."

​.l.robson with the reminder we all need post-race. It’s hard to explain to non-runners what happens out there on the trails, but Sean sums it up perfectly here. We see the best of people when things get tough.

​Tag a runner who did something remarkable this year 👇

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05/12/2025

Pacing the Pain Cave 💀🏔️
NEW .ultra episode is LIVE!
Watch at the LINK in the bio!

​The Rock Ultra is finally here! Before the gun goes off, tune into our latest episode with and .

​They aren't chasing podiums; they are chasing a finish line together. We chat about the 60km night stretch, the reality of trail brotherhood, and the strategy to survive the night.

​If you’re driving to Paarl or pinning on your bib, this is the perfect pre-race listen. 🚗💨

​Watch at the link in the bio!

Drop a 🔥 in the comments if you are racing tonight or tomorrow!

29/11/2025

Don't forget to listen/watch my chat with Mias about The Rock Ultra happening next weekend!
Link in bio 🔗

​"The views in Paarl Mountain with the big granite domes is just something out of this world."

​I sat down with Mias to chat all things The Rock Ultra and why it absolutely should be on your must-run race list, either this year or next!!

​🚨 LAST CHANCE: Entries for The Rock Ultra are still OPEN until tomorrow night, Sunday 30 Nov!

​Come experience this spectacular setting for yourself!

Who will we see lining up next weekend? Drop your distance and what you are looking forward to in the comments ⬇️


26/11/2025

There are two different challenges: multi-day and 48 hour. You can choose either of the challenges. There are no prizes, not trophies just the satisfaction of climbing 13 amazing peaks in one of the world’s most beautiful places, Cape Town.

Have you listened to our final RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town Episode, The Race We Run? Listen at the link in the bio! Well d...
23/11/2025

Have you listened to our final RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town Episode, The Race We Run?
Listen at the link in the bio!

Well done to and his team for juggling many different moving parts this weekend to bring us another incredible edition of

And massive shout-out to this beautiful, magical community that came together to bring so many people over that finish line! I cannot wait to bask in the amazing stories this week!

Listen to our final episode all about the race at the link in the bio.

Let us know how your race was in the comments below...

22/11/2025

“The first thing I’m gonna do when I cross that finish line? Thank everyone.”
Volunteers, the crowd, the organisers, all the people who make possible.

The results will tell you Adi came 3rd at the UTCT 100 Miler.
This video will tell you about his character.

Video by

Listen to my full chat with Adi prior to RMB UTCT
Link in bio. 🎧⛰️🔥

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