Stillwater Sports, the staging and commercial partner of “the world’s most beautiful marathon,” is excited to welcome leading South African performance socks brand, Versus Socks as the official sock partner of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) in 2026. For the first time ever, every entrant will receive a limited-edition pair of TTOM-branded Versus Running Socks, adding a new level of comfort and style to the runner experience.
“This partnership represents a meaningful value add for both Versus and TTOM,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “Versus brings innovation, energy, and a proudly local success story, while TTOM offers an iconic platform that celebrates endurance, community, and excellence. Together, we will elevate the runner experience and showcase a leading South African performance socks brand on a global stage. In celebration of the collaboration – and in line with our commitment to resetting and redefining TTOM in 2026 – every entrant will receive a limited-edition pair of TTOM-branded Versus Running Socks.”
Meyer adds: “This is just one of the many exciting additional benefits we have planned for the 2026 event as we focus on delivering an exceptional, world-class race experience for all participants.”
The partnership aligns perfectly with Versus’ mission to inspire people to enjoy exercise through excitement and creativity, while also giving the brand a platform to pursue its vision of becoming the performance socks World Champs.
Versus Socks Co-Owner Jurgens Uys expands on the significance of the partnership: “Partnering with the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon is incredibly special for us at Versus. TTOM is more than just a race – it’s a celebration of endurance, community, and the passion that drives every runner across the country. Aligning our brand with such an iconic event allows us to connect directly with athletes and enthusiasts who share our commitment to performance, quality, and style. We are proud to be part of the 2026 event and look forward to engaging with entrants, celebrating their achievements, and seeing them experience our socks in action on race day.”
EVENT INFORMATION: Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon
| Saturday 11 April 2026 | Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon |
| Start Venue: Newlands Main Road, at Newlands Swimming Pool | |
| Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields, Upper Campus, Rondebosch | |
| Cut-Off: 7 hours (Batch gun-to-mat timing) | |
| Sunday 12 April 2026 | Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon |
| Start Venue: Main Road Newlands, at Newlands Swimming Pool | |
| Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields, Upper Campus, Rondebosch | |
| Cut-Off: 3 hours 30 minutes (Batch gun-to-mat timing) |
EXCITING NEWS:
Every entrant in 2026 will receive a limited-edition pair of TTOM-branded Versus Quarter Running Socks. Designed for peak performance, the Versus Quarter Running Sock combines lightweight breathability, targeted cushioning and exceptional moisture-management to keep runners comfortable over long distances, making this sock the perfect choice for the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon. The seamless toe ensures a friction-free fit, while the quarter-length design balances coverage and breathability. TTOM participants can expect the ideal balance of performance, comfort, and reliability, giving them the edge needed to master both the Half and Ultra. For more information on Versus Socks visit www.versussocks.com
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For entry and/or event related queries please email Patiswa@twooceansmarathon.org.za
