The Outdoor Community, Access & Emotion | S2E5: Shaf Gordon
Trail Culture by Emily Robertson
Episode notes
Shafeeqah Gordon is a local favorite in the Cape Town trail community. She’s the leader of the legendary shafflers at Tuesday Trails. A pocket rocket with a sense of humor to match. She can be found on the start line of some pretty tough races & you’re always guaranteed a smile if you see her. Stoked to welcome Shaf to the podcast & to get to know her better during this conversation.
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(0:00) Welcome!
(01:44) Shaf’s entry to trail running
(08:26) Tuesday Trails & leading a group
(19:40) What does the retail space teach us?
(26:10) Outdoor education awareness (31:00) Kapaan Tours & her Dads influence
(38:40) Are you an overpacker? (40:22) Growth in the trail space & female participation
(44:30) Emotional finish lines & UTD
(52:50) What’s next for Sh ...