The 6th edition of the Columbia Trail Masters will take place at Khao Mai Keaw, Pattaya on January 12, 2014.
The event is one of most scenic and spectacular trail running events in Thailand and will offer 4 distances as follows: 50 km trail, 25 km trail run, 10km trail run and 3 km fun run/walk for children and families.
Running events have exploded in popularity during the last seven years in Thailand and more and more people are going back to nature and outdoor activities. Trail running is a new and very fast growing sport that integrates physical and mental endurance, the great outdoors and adventure.
Enjoy some spectacular trail running at Khao Mai Keaw, Pattaya on January 12.
Trail running combines the beautiful outdoor scenery of hiking with the physical challenges of running. If you are the type that loves being in beautiful, outdoor settings, then trail running could be something for you. In addition to the regular running benefits such as improved fitness level and potential weight loss, trail running is also a lot better on the joints. Running on hard surfaces such as pavement and concrete can be tough on the bones and joints. People who suffer from things like shin splints and knee problems often report that they don’t experience these problems on trails.
Along with the races on January 14, the organizers will also provide an Expo village for sponsors to display and sell their products and services and serve a post-race lunch in a friendly and festive atmosphere.
Admission costs to take part are as follows: (50km) 1250 Baht before January 6 or 1500 Baht on the day; (25km: 900 Baht/1100 Baht; (10km) 600 Baht/800 Baht; (3km trail run/walk) 150 Baht for adults (15 & over). Registrations for the 3km fun run will be accepted on Saturday January 11 from 10am to 5pm and on Sunday January 12 from 6 to 7am at the venue. Free for children of 14 years and under.
For more information and registration, go to website: www.ama-events.com or call 02 718 9581-2.
