The Trail Chasers

By Dean Horwitz

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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 trail running together. No matter if you’re a seasoned trail pro or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, this podcast is for you.

Whether it’s the exhilarating view from a mountain peak or the camaraderie and making new friends with fellow trail runners, Dean is here to guide you through it all.


Episode Date
"Why Can't I?" Corrine Malcolm on Pushing Limits and Building Trail Running's Future
Dec 12, 2025
Floating Bridges and Granite Giants | Mias de Klerk on The Rock Ultra’s Hidden Beauty
Nov 28, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The Place We Run. The Final Exam with Admire Muzopambwa
Nov 21, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The Place We Run. Racing Home with Bianca Tarboton
Nov 21, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The People We Run With. Kane Reilly: Big Event Energy, Small Event Soul
Nov 21, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The Race We Run
Nov 19, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The People We Run With
Nov 14, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The Place We Run. Sustaining the Cederberg
Nov 12, 2025
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: The Place We Run
Nov 06, 2025
Chris Goldschmidt: Rebuilding the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon — How Two Oceans Is Turning the Tide
Oct 30, 2025
Travis Warwick-Oliver: Choosing Amputation, Choosing Life—Why Movement Became Everything
Oct 07, 2025
William Dyer: From Setback to Startup—Transforming Pain Into Purpose for Athletes Everywhere
Sep 26, 2025
Marissa Groenewald: Beyond the Rope—Running for Change, Courage & Connection
Sep 14, 2025
Daniel Claassen: Beyond the Finish Line—Balancing Work, Life & Running at the Highest Level
Aug 28, 2025
Kane Reilly: Running for Life – Balance, Consistency & the Long Game
Aug 22, 2025
Robbie Rorich: The Joy of Running - Chasing Flow, Freedom & Wild Adventures
Aug 18, 2025
Blake Dyson: The Gift of Trails — Building Community, Safety & Purpose on the Mountain
Aug 06, 2025
Jeremy Bohnett: Chief of Stoke — From Basement Brews to Trail-Running Fuel Made for Trail Runners by Trail Runners
Aug 03, 2025
Ally Sieff: From Trail Snail to Trail Runner—Embracing the Pace & Owning the Journey
Jul 28, 2025
Mariella Sawyer: Trail Running Nutrition Simplified—Fuel, Hydration & Energy Tips That Work
Jul 18, 2025
How the Cogmans Trail Run Became a Winter Classic | Robert Le Brun on Running Wild and Free
Jul 17, 2025
Hans Troyer: Big Energy, Bigger Dreams – The Kid Who Can Go the Distance
Jul 13, 2025
Janet Steer: Starting Late, Going Long — Why It’s Never Too Late to Try
Jul 10, 2025
James Montgomery: Run with Purpose—How Coaching Helps You Grow on and off the Trails
Jul 03, 2025
Michael Edwards: Running for Rivers—How RMB is Shaping Trail Events with Purpose
Jun 19, 2025
Hein Boonzaaier | Full Send, Full Circle — How a Post-COVID Trail Challenge Became a Community Movement
Jun 17, 2025
Dr. Shaundre Jacobs: Built to Run—Strength, Power & Performance on the Trails
Jun 13, 2025
Rory Petzer: Champions Assemble — The Joy of Running, Laughing, and Showing Up
Jun 05, 2025
Hein Viljoen: Beyond the Run—Why Strength & Conditioning is a Game-Changer
May 29, 2025
Maranda Muller: Run Through Anything—How to Prepare for Rain, Rocks, and Raw Emotion
May 18, 2025
Zane Schmahl: Chasing Distance—What to Expect When the Trail Gets Longer
May 11, 2025
Owen Middleton: From Butterflies to Blisters—What Your First Trail Race Teaches You
May 03, 2025
Sue Ullyett—Volunteering, Vibes and Views: Where Community Shows Up
Apr 25, 2025
Lindi Meyer—More Than a Run: How LIV2Run is Changing Lives, Not Just Finish Times
Apr 18, 2025
Jenna Bowes: From Wine Gums to Finish Lines—Fueling Your First Trail Run
Apr 09, 2025
Jono Rumbelow: Start Strong—How to Choose the Right Trail Running Shoes for You
Mar 26, 2025
Coach Erin van Eyssen: Find Your Stride—How to Run Smart & Build Confidence on the Trails
Mar 19, 2025
Mike Obery: Don’t Start Trail Running Alone—Why Community is the Key
Mar 12, 2025
Dean Horwitz: From Zero to Trail—How Running Changed My Life
Mar 05, 2025
Breaking Limits: Brendan Lombard on Coaching, Racing, and the Power of Smart Training
Feb 20, 2025
Breaking Barriers with Bryony: How Chicks Who Trail is Changing the Game for Women
Feb 08, 2025
Trail Running in the Deep South: No Plans, No Rules, Just Community
Jan 30, 2025
Just Start: Kieran’s Journey of Creativity, Overcoming Adversity, and the Joy of Trail Running
Jan 22, 2025
Hot Pants, High Peaks, and the Heart of Trail Running: Chantel Nienaber's Inspiring Journey
Jan 20, 2025
Proving Them Wrong: Rebecca Kohne on Resilience, Trail Running, and Overcoming the Odds
Jan 15, 2025
Scaling Peaks: How Trail Running is Transforming the UAE
Jan 09, 2025
Telling Her Story: Becky Leighton on Community, Connection, and the Evolving World of Trail Running
Dec 21, 2024
Rooted in the Drakensberg: Spurgeon Flemington on Balancing Farming with Building Iconic Trail Races
Dec 15, 2024
South Africa’s Adventure Racing Heroes: Journey Through Grit, Endurance, and Triumph
Dec 07, 2024
Rising on the Trails: Rebecca Watney on Her Breakout Year, Resilience, and the Path to Elite Running
Dec 06, 2024
Through Forests, Waterfalls, and Dreams: A Bucket List Adventure at SkyRun Zimbabwe
Dec 04, 2024
South Africa’s Adventure Racing Heroes: Grit, Endurance, and Teamwork on the World Stage
Nov 28, 2024
Mind, Body, and Trail: Matt Bouch, Anele Bans and Eva Sperger on Resilience, Growth, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 24, 2024
Chasing Gratitude: Britney Petersen's Journey, Joy, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 22, 2024
Inspiration and Dedication: The Greylings on Family, Community, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 21, 2024
Adventure and Ambition: Jazmine Lowther on Discovery, Community, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 19, 2024
Naomi Brand: Grit, Growth, and the Community Spirit of Ultra-Trail Cape Town
Nov 18, 2024
Roots and Resilience: Bianca Tarboton and Daniel Jones on Community, Connection, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 17, 2024
Running for passion: Macy Pacy on Races, Records, Relationships and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 14, 2024
Running the Long Game: Robbie Simpson on Running, Resilience, and Ultra Trail Cape Town
Nov 08, 2024
"Pistol" Pete Calitz: The Legendary Trailblazer Who Dresses to Impress While Running to Success
Nov 01, 2024
Running with Heart: Embracing Community, Consistency, and Cake with Carla Molinaro
Oct 25, 2024
Chasing 13 Peaks and Dreams: Mackenzie's story of passion and trail running
Oct 20, 2024
Thomas Vermaak-The 100-mile man
Oct 09, 2024
Craig Rodney: Starting the Race Late but Winning at Life
Oct 02, 2024
Empowered to Conquer: How Lijan Burger's Partnership with Salomon Paved the Way to Trail Running Success
Sep 26, 2024
Sole Connections: Building Community Through Shoes, Strides, and Stories with Geoff Crowe
Sep 22, 2024
Rising to the Top: Doug's Heartwarming Tale of Passion, Family, and Perseverance
Sep 15, 2024
Toni McCann’s Smiles from the Summit: Lessons in Life and Running
Sep 13, 2024
Mindset Over Matter: Transformative Journey’s in Endurance Running
Sep 04, 2024
Emily Djock, Trailblazing her own path!
Aug 23, 2024
The Power of Strides: How Running Transformed Omar's Life
Aug 12, 2024
Breaking barriers and building communities with Musa Dliso
Aug 10, 2024
The Heart of a Champion: Emily's Journey from Zimbabwe to the Western States
Aug 05, 2024
Karkloof Fast Trails, Friendly Faces
Aug 01, 2024
Rachel Beaton, Clout Chaser
Jul 23, 2024
Unlock Your Trail Potential: The Power of Strength and Conditioning
Jul 19, 2024
Cape Town to Cairo: A man, his two legs, a bicycle and a world record attempt!
Jul 14, 2024
Marketing Mountains: The FACES Behind the Trails
Jul 05, 2024
In Perfect Balance: Grobler's Story of Running, Coaching, and Living with Purpose
Jun 28, 2024
Inside the Maxi Race Machine: Planning, People and the Pursuit of Adventure
Jun 21, 2024
Periods, Representation, and the Female Force in Trail Running
Jun 13, 2024
Endurance Essentials: Gear Talk with Rudy Oliver
Jun 06, 2024
Engineering a trail running career
May 31, 2024
Running on Rocks with Robbie Rorich
May 24, 2024
Fueling the Trails: Nutrition Strategies for Consistent Performance
May 17, 2024
In it for the Long Run: Ryan Sandes' Trail Running Transformation
May 09, 2024