June Newsletter

The UTMB 2013 champion will be present on the Dodo Trail 2014

The Frenchman Xavier Thevenard will be among us this year for this 4th edition of the Dodo Trail. He was invited last year to run the Dodo Trail but had to drop out due to injury. He is a famous runner in France and Europe, especially after his victory at the UTMB 2013, which is one of the most challenging races in the world. We’ve done an exclusive interview with him, just for you!

Read an interview with Xavier Thevenard on the Dodo Trail website

Two more champions will be with us this year!

Jeannick Boyer, ranked 2nd at the Colorado Trail will be our guest this year and will be present on the race. A powerful runner who will surely offer us a great show!

Without forgetting the Reunion champion Fatima Hibon, ranked 2nd at the Colorado Trail who will also be part of it the adventure! She is actually one of the best runners in Reunion.

Two top Mauritian runners at the Trail of Colorado

Vishal Ittoo and Regine Guibert had been selected to take part in the Trail du Colorado, in Réunion Island, following their great performances on the Dodo Trail 2013. The race took place on 1st June and went very well for our 2 locals. Vishal Ittoo scored a great 7th place in the Men’s team (4 hours 22 minutes and 58 seconds for the 38 km track) and Regine arrived in 12th position in the Women’s team (5 hours, 44 minutes, 26 seconds). Congratulations on these great performances and see you in July on our track!

Latest news: First press conference, June 5th 2014

The first press conference will be held at the MTPA to announce the kickoff of the 4th edition of the Dodo Trail, at which the Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsors will be present. Yannick Doger de Spéville, Yan de Maroussem and MTPA and VLH Managing directors surrounded by all the sponsors will introduce the different paths and a few surprises for the participants.

Equip yourself with Salomon and get ready for the Dodo Trail

Note that Emcar Sports will also attend the distribution of race bibs on July 12 at Riverland. So, remember to bring some money in order to equip yourself the best for the race.

Inscriptions will close on Friday 13th June 2014

Don’t wait any longer to put your name up, registration is closing on Friday 13th June, exactly one month before the race kicks off! Be part of an incredible event!

Ready, Get set, Go!

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