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MALAYSIA ULTRA-TRAI BY UTMB TO BRING THE TRAIL RUNNING WORLD TO THE JUNGLES OF MALAYSIA

The Malaysia Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB® is gearing up to host over 3,000 runners from around the world in the breathtaking jungles of northwest Malaysia. Scheduled for November 15-17, 2024, the event will bring athletes to the historic town of Taiping,…

MALAYSIA ULTRA-TRAIL BY UTMB TO BRING THE TRAIL RUNNING WORLD TO THE JUNGLES OF MALAYSIA

Malaysia Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB®, formerly known as the Malaysian Mountain Trail Festival, has joined the UTMB World Series and is set to welcome runners from around the world to Taiping and the incredible jungles of northwest Malaysia. The 2024 event…

Malaysia Prepares for Debut UTMB Race?

Excitement reverberates through Malaysia’s trail running community as murmurs of the nation’s inaugural Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) race circulate. The Malaysia Mountain Trail Festival, renowned for its heart-pounding challenges amidst nature’s splendour, has undergone a subtle metamorphosis, teasing enthusiasts as…

Beginner-Friendly Betong10 Introduced In Amazean Jungle Thailand By UTMB

As events evolve over the years, it is important for event organisers to introduce newness or freshness to its race categories, formats and courses. Last weekend, Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB introduced the Betong10, a 17km race with an elevation…

Amazean Jungle Thailand By UTMB: Facts, Travel Tips, Testimonials

There are so many trail run events in the region these days that chances are, you can find one every weekend! But it is also worth noting that not all events are created equal. Some are small community events, while…

Unstoppable Runners Conquer Trail Titans Kiara Hill 2024

Amidst the scenic landscape of Kiara Hill, the Trail Titans Kiara Hill 2024 race reached its exhilarating conclusion, as over 200 dedicated runners conquered the challenging trails across three categories: 16km, 10km, and 5km. Against the backdrop of breathtaking vistas…

Min Xiang Lee Shatters Records at Trail Titans Kiara Hill 2024

The second Trail Titans event at Kiara Hill witnessed the 16km course record, established last year, obliterated by Min Xiang Lee, who finished in 2:07:20, shaving an incredible 10 minutes off the record yesterday. The previous time of 2:17:58 was…

Let’s Get To Know Hana, Race Director for CULTRA

 In the heart of Malaysia’s running community, Azlihana binti Abdul Rahim, affectionately known as Hana, has become a beacon of inspiration and dedication. From the bustling streets of Ampang, Selangor, Hana has carved a niche for herself as a trail…

Ledang Climbathon 2024: Embracing Nature’s Ultimate Test

Enthusiasts of trail running worldwide are gearing up for the Ledang Climbathon 2024 taking place on 3 and 4 May 2024, poised against the majestic backdrop of Malaysia’s Gunung Ledang. As excitement mounts for this year’s spectacle, we caught up…

Cameron Ultra 12-14 July: Registration, Travel Tips and Advice

The highly anticipated registration for this year’s Cameron Ultra – or CULTRA has opened. Six months to race day. You pick a category. Register. Start training.  And if you are based in Singapore, you may want to consider some of…