After three relentless days of cycling and trail running, endurance athlete Grant Lottering arrived at Signal Hill, Cape Town, to an emotional reception, completing his most formidable Im’possible Tour yet.
After cycling 350 km in 20,5 hours—climbing and descending Chapman’s Peak Drive 36 times—Lottering took on the gruelling 13 Peaks Challenge with barely any rest. While the entire route covers 107 km, recent fire damage forced the closure of two peaks, and he and his Nyati-X certified trail guides adapted, completing the remaining 11 peaks in the required order. With just over two hours of sleep in three days, he pushed through extreme fatigue and treacherous terrain, once again redefining the limits of human endurance.
The Numbers Behind the Impossible
- 61 hours and 17 minutes of total moving time
- 350 km cycled over 20 hours, with a 6 241m elevation gain
- 92,65 km of trail running over 33 hours and 54 minutes, with 5 852m elevation
- Just four naps, totalling 2 hours and 13 minutes of sleep
Adding to the inspiration, sight-impaired Paralympian Daniel Briers-Louw and his guide (his girlfriend) joined Lottering for the final 4km to Signal Hill, a powerful testament to overcoming challenges, no matter the circumstances.
Defying the Odds for Youth Mental Health
Lottering’s latest Im’possible Tour is about more than endurance—it’s about raising awareness for youth mental health, a growing crisis worldwide.
“Through this tour, I hope to inspire young people to dream again—to dream big, but believe even bigger,” said Lottering. “Too many young people feel overwhelmed, isolated, and afraid to ask for help. But no one should have to face their struggles alone. With the right support, the odds can be in your favour, not against you.”
His efforts align with his tour partner, RIA Cares, a global nonprofit dedicated to youth and community upliftment.
Powered by Support
Lottering was backed by a dedicated road crew and trail team, with Mercedes-Benz providing a Vito Tourer as the official support vehicle throughout the challenge.
“The support was incredible — people cycling with me, running alongside me, and sending messages. That kind of encouragement makes all the difference,” Lottering said.
After three days of unyielding endurance, his message is clear: When the odds are against you, they can be turned in your favour—with resilience, support, and the belief that nothing is impossible.
