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51 Hours in Chiang Mai: A Sports Tourism Story Beyond Race Day

Sports tourism is often framed around the race itself – the distance, the terrain, the finish-line photo. But for many runners today, especially those balancing performance with longevity, the real value of travelling for sport lies in everything around race…

Chiang Mai by UTMB: Why I Chose Chedi 20 And Why You Might Too

This year marked my second consecutive appearance at Chiang Mai by UTMB. Last year, I ran the 50km category. It took me 11 hours. It was memorable, meaningful, and physically demanding enough to leave a lasting impression well beyond race…

The Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB: Run, Shop, Eat and Sightsee

The Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of trail running that brings together participants of all levels to experience the beauty of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. With multiple race categories, from…

Tackling the HMONG 50: Trail Racing Through Doi Suthep-Pui National Park

The HMONG 50, part of the Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB World Series, is a 53-kilometer trail race through the breathtaking Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. This year, after completing two World Marathon Majors and a series of shorter trail races…