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Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB 2026 Opens for Registration on 1 July

The region’s premier trail running event, HOKA Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB®, has officially announced the registration launch for its 2026 edition. Reaffirming its prestigious status as the Asia Pacific Major of the global UTMB® World Series, the event will…

UTSG 2026 returns with seven categories and an all-new three-day ultra challenge

Ultra Trail Singapore is back, and the 2026 edition looks like its biggest reset yet. Set for 5 to 7 June 2026, UTSG is returning with seven categories: 20K, 25K, 35K, 60K, 80K, 120K and 165K. That is a notable…

Koh Chang Trail 2025: Trisha’s 30 km Journey through Mud, Rivers and Cheers

When Trisha Yuen signed up for the 30 km category at Koh Chang Trail 2025, she knew she would get a taste of island trails. What she did not expect was how much variety – and how much heart –…

Koh Chang Trail 2025: Brutal, Beautiful, and Calling Your Name

photo credit: Koh Chang Trail Facebook Jungle peaks, roaring waterfalls, hidden beaches, and … brutal climbs. The Koh Chang Trail is back in 2025, and it’s daring you to take it on. Taking place on 27-28 September 2025, this second…

CULTRA 2025: Malaysia’s Largest Trail Running Festival Returns in Grand Style

Malaysia’s premier ultra trail running event, the Cameron Ultra (CULTRA), is set to make a welcome return for its ninth year from 18 to 20 July 2025, in the scenic highlands of Cameron Highlands, Malaysia. First introduced in 2016 by…

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…

Translantau by UTMB: Experience TL100 and TL120, Charity Bibs, Accommodation Offers

Experience the captivating beauty of Lantau Island. Prepare yourself for an interesting journey through Lantau’s history, technicalities and trails. TransLantau100 takes you through amazing places on Lantau Island. Start with Lantau Peak for stunning views. Explore Tai O village with…

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…

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…

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…