The Outdoor Community, Access & Emotion | S2E5: Shaf Gordon

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. // TOPICS COVERED(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 Shaf (54:18) Reading & inspiration // RESOURCES MENTIONED - KapAanTours Instagram: @kapaantours- Shaf Gordon: @shafgordonKeep up to date with all things Trail Culture: https://www.trailculture.co.za/ Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trailcultureza/