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Run. Risk. Reward.: My Epic Trail-running Adventures
As a follow-up to his hugely popular 2016 autobiography Trailblazer, Ryan Sandes’ new book explores the gripping and often life-threatening adventures this extraordinary ultra-trail runner has experienced around the globe since then. Not only have these projects tested the very edge of human endurance, but on several occasions, Ryan literally had to run for his life.
Along with a 1 500-kilometre Himalayan adventure, read about his attempt at completing the first 700-kilometre solo run up Namibia’s legendary Skeleton Coast – only to stumble upon some very angry Namibian soldiers conducting controversial seal clubbing. And, with his running partner Ryno Griesel, becoming the first people to run the entire circumference of Lesotho in one go, during which they find themselves fighting off an attack from local herdsmen armed with rocks and knobkerries.
In between these adventures, Ryan battles to balance a challenging career with a dedicated commitment to his young family. Run. Risk. Reward. is packed with adventure, humour and some fascinating insights into the psyche of an ultra-endurance athlete. These people are not like you and me …
Along with a 1 500-kilometre Himalayan adventure, read about his attempt at completing the first 700-kilometre solo run up Namibia’s legendary Skeleton Coast – only to stumble upon some very angry Namibian soldiers conducting controversial seal clubbing. And, with his running partner Ryno Griesel, becoming the first people to run the entire circumference of Lesotho in one go, during which they find themselves fighting off an attack from local herdsmen armed with rocks and knobkerries.
In between these adventures, Ryan battles to balance a challenging career with a dedicated commitment to his young family. Run. Risk. Reward. is packed with adventure, humour and some fascinating insights into the psyche of an ultra-endurance athlete. These people are not like you and me …
233 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2024
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November 5, 2025
After a very slow year of reading, this one hooked me right in. What a crazy adventure(s). When's the next one coming?
January 1, 2026
Loved his first autobiography Trailblazer, and loved this one as well! Ryan Sandes is a role model and part of the inspiration that got me into trail running and ultra races around the world.
The Himalayas traverse, Lesotho circumference and Namibia Skelton coast adventure (even cut short) was nothing short of spectacular, well done to you and your crew.
Your crazy adventure stories always gets me in the mood to signup for a new race or challenge, even if only for a New Years Ultra at midnight by myself. thank you!
In short, a highly recommended good read. Also covering the importance of balancing priorities with family life and work in a very competitive career as professional athlete.
The Himalayas traverse, Lesotho circumference and Namibia Skelton coast adventure (even cut short) was nothing short of spectacular, well done to you and your crew.
Your crazy adventure stories always gets me in the mood to signup for a new race or challenge, even if only for a New Years Ultra at midnight by myself. thank you!
In short, a highly recommended good read. Also covering the importance of balancing priorities with family life and work in a very competitive career as professional athlete.
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May 31, 2025
wickedly immersive and addictive adventure book - super timely and inspiring going into the TMB in a few weeks
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