Welcoming Our Sponsors – Tortoise Tuff 2026 🐢🏃♂️
The Tortoise Tuff is about more than just a race. It’s about community, endurance, adventure, and celebrating those who believe in doing things with heart and purpose. As we gear up for Tortoise Tuff 2026, we are proud and deeply grateful to welcome the sponsors who have come alongside us to make this event even stronger.
FJ Cruiser Factory – Main Sponsor & Naming Rights Partner
We are honoured to welcome FJ Cruiser Factory as the main sponsor of Tortoise Tuff 2026, with full naming rights through their generous support.
FJ Cruiser Factory specialises in the restoration and customisation of classic 4x4s, blending craftsmanship, passion, and adventure into every build. Their ethos of resilience, endurance, and respect for the journey aligns perfectly with the spirit of the Tortoise Tuff.
Their sponsorship plays a pivotal role in elevating the event — from improved race logistics and runner experience to strengthening the overall quality and sustainability of the race. We are sincerely thankful for their confidence in Tortoise Tuff and their commitment to supporting local sport and community-driven events.
Silver Sponsor – Octotel
Octotel is a leading Western Cape fibre network operator, having expanded to George in March 2023. They provide high-speed, open-access fibre-to-the-home and business infrastructure, partnering with a range of internet service providers to deliver reliable, uncapped connectivity. Their offerings include flexible prepaid options, such as Flexi Connect, with no long-term contracts.
As a Silver Sponsor, Octotel’s generous donation plays a meaningful role in the success of Tortoise Tuff. Their support helps strengthen event logistics, enhances the overall runner experience, and contributes to delivering a professionally run race that reflects positively on our club and community.
Thank you, Octotel, for investing in Tortoise Tuff and for supporting an event that celebrates sport, community, and local growth.
Wild X Adventures
A warm welcome to Wild X Adventures, a brand synonymous with excitement and unforgettable outdoor experiences. From adrenaline-filled bungee jumps and quad biking to immersive guided safaris, Wild X Adventures embodies adventure in its truest form.
Their involvement brings an added layer of energy and adventure to Tortoise Tuff 2026, reinforcing the connection between endurance sport and the great outdoors. We are grateful for their support, which helps us enhance the overall race atmosphere and create an event that inspires runners to push boundaries and embrace the journey.
AR Gaiter
We are equally pleased to welcome AR Gaiter as a sponsor of Tortoise Tuff 2026. As specialists in designing gaiters that protect legs and shoes, AR Gaiter understands the demands of trail running and the importance of reliable, purpose-built gear.
Their support directly benefits our runners by aligning the event with quality trail-specific equipment and innovation. We appreciate their commitment to the trail-running community and their belief in the Tortoise Tuff ethos of perseverance and preparedness.
V&M Labs
V&M Analytical Toxicology Laboratory Services (VM-ATLS) is a specialised, ISO 17025–accredited contract laboratory based in George, South Africa. The laboratory provides high-quality chemical, forensic, pharmaceutical, and environmental testing services, with a strong focus on chromatography and mass spectrometry across a range of industries.
Their state-of-the-art facility enables clients to outsource highly specialised tests that would otherwise require significant investment in expensive laboratory equipment and ongoing maintenance. V&M Labs serves a diverse customer base, delivering reliable and precise analytical solutions tailored to industry needs.
We sincerely thank V&M Labs for joining us on our Tortoise Tuff journey. We value this partnership and appreciate your support in helping make this event a success.
With Gratitude
To our sponsors — thank you for believing in Tortoise Tuff 2026. Your sponsorship does more than support a race; it strengthens a community, enhances the runner experience, and helps us deliver an event that stays true to its values.
We are proud to have you on this journey with us.