MULTI-PURPOSE INSURANS RUN 2015 (MPIB RUN)

LETS KICK START A HEALTHY 2015 WITH A RUN . . . . . . . . 

Coming back stronger each year, Multi-Purpose Insurans Run is a community run in its fourth year taking place on the first Sunday of the year. Held on the 4 of January 2015 at Padang Merbuk, off Jalan Parlimen, it hopes to garner 5,000 runners to kick start the year on a healthy note

Ms Jayne Liew, the Project Leader said that registration started well when it opened for the public in August 2014 with runners taking advantage of the early bird entry fees but slowed down during the Hari Raya & Deepavali festive holidays. The number started to pick up after the launch of their 1st Running Clinic in early October 2014.

My First Running Clinics anchored by MPIB is to help individuals (especially non-runners as well as new runners) to take up running as a sustainable healthy recreational activity. Runners Malaysia is conducting the 2-months program starting from 18 October to 20 December 2014.

Registration and  more details of the MPIB Run 2015 is available at

http://mpibrun.com.my and http://www.facebook.com/MPIBRun

INOV-8 PACESETTERS 3030 RUN 2014 - AIR ASIA X-FLIGHTS FOR WINNERS

Kuala Lumpur – The Pacesetters Athletic Club announced AirAsia X as the Platinum Sponsor and Official Airline of the INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014. AirAsia X will be giving away 12 free return flights to 12 destinations in Asia and Australia with a total value of RM35,760.00. The free flights are prizes for eight (8) categories winner, four (4) lucky draw winners and two (2) online contest winners. The free flights for categories winner will enable them to compete in the international level by participating in the marathon events held at AirAsia X’s destinations.

 Wan Yew Leong, president of Pacesetters Athletic Club said that “The participation of AirAsia X is timely and will benefit our club since participating in overseas runs is part of the club’s promoted activity. We look forward to working with AirAsia X in overseas run where AirAsia X flies to” 

PAC’s vision and aspiration is to be the leading running club in the country and region. To achieve this, we will organise three events that aim to be “best in class” in the region. The INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014 is the first of these three events. 2014 is the 30^th anniversary of the founding of the club and having a 30km run to celebrate this special occasion would be really memorable. There are 10 marathons and several more half marathons in Malaysia, but there are no 30km events. This is a boutique event and provides an opportunity for those wanting to test their readiness for the full marathon. For seasoned marathon runners, this is a long run that is essential for their marathon preparation” 

INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014 is to be flagged off at Padang Merbok. Runners will get to experience some of the finest run routes in Kuala Lumpur, running through leafy Kenny Hills and Sri Hartamas. They will be well catered to, with 13, 8 and 3 drink stations on the 30km, 20km and 10km routes respectively.

“Our club’s tagline, ‘Setting the Pace Together’ will be printed on the finisher’s shirts. The INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run originated from a 30km training run organized by runners for runners many years ago. We hope this event will inspire other running clubs in the country to have their own events in their towns. We have a vision of a circuit of runs organized by runners for runners across the country. PAC will provide the lead in co-ordinating a series of runs by running clubs in 2015.” concluded Wan.

AirAsia X Chief Executive Officer, Azran Osman-Rani said, “Sports sponsorship has always been essential to AirAsia X as it brings communities together and we are X-cited to be part of this event that encourages Malaysian to recognize their potential in sports and run for a healthier life. It is also our privilege to realize the dreams of deserving winners of this run to go further and compete in other international running events happening in AirAsia X’s destinations with the sponsored return flights.”

This is our sixth 30km event and it is made possible by title sponsor INOV-8 in partnership with event owner and organiser, Pacesetters Athletic Club. Garmin is the official fitness watch, Running Malaysia is the media partner and Nelson Franchise as bronze sponsor of the event.

With all 8 categories opened for registration since 16 July 2014, the event has garnered good response from runners. The organisers targeted to get 3,000 runners over the 3 distances - 30km, 20km and 10km. The registration will close on 20 October 2014 or on reaching 3,000 entries.

For immediate registration, go to www.myraceonline.com and for more information, please visit www.pacesettersmalaysia.blogspot.com or https://www.facebook.com/groups/1507084776194776/

INOV-8 PACESETTERS 3030 RUN 2014

PRESS RELEASE

Kuala Lumpur - September 5, 2014

The INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014 was officially launched today at the Garden Mid-Valley Mall, Kuala Lumpur. Organised by Pacesetters Athletic Club (PAC) with title sponsor INOV-8, the event was officiated by Mr. Robert Lu, the President of Key Power International and Mr. Wan Yew Leong, the President of Pacesetters Athletic Club.

With all 8 categories opened for registration since 16 July 2014, the event has garnered good response from runners. The organisers targeted to get 3,000 runners over the 3 distances - 30km, 20km and 10km. 

Wan Yew Leong said that “PAC’s vision and aspiration is to be the leading running club in the country and region. To achieve this, we will organise three events that aim to be “best in class” in the region. The INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014 is the first of these three events. 2014 is the 30^th anniversary of the founding of the club and having a 30km run to celebrate this special occasion would be really memorable. There are 10 marathons and several more half marathons in Malaysia, but there are no 30km events. This is a boutique event and provides an opportunity for those wanting to test their readiness for the full marathon. For seasoned marathon runners, this is a long run that is essential for their marathon preparation”  

INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run 2014 is to be flagged off at Padang Merbok. Runners will get to experience some of the finest run routes in Kuala Lumpur, running through leafy Kenny Hills and Sri Hartamas. They will be well catered to, with 13, 8 and 3 drink stations on the 30km, 20km and 10km routes respectively.

“As a running club, we encourage our members to go natural in their diet as we feel the best fuel the body can get is from natural sources, therefore we aim offer fruit-themed refreshments. We will serve bananas before, during and after the run. In addition, water melons, oranges & apples will also be provided as post run snacks” Wan added.

“Our club’s tagline, ‘Setting the Pace Together’ will be printed on the finisher’s shirts. The INOV-8 Pacesetters 3030 Run originated from a 30km training run organized by runners for runners many years ago. We hope this event will inspire other running clubs in the country to have their own events in their towns. We have a vision of a circuit of runs organized by runners for runners across the country. PAC will provide the lead in co-ordinating a series of runs by running clubs in 2015.” concluded Wan.

Robert Lu said, “The Ministry of Youth and Sports’ vision is to champion the empowerment of a superior youth and sports development and to inculcate sports culture within the society by year 2015. Our focuses include Exposure and Opportunities for confidence building; Engagement and Activism for community development and Support and Engage, to the youth of Malaysia.

This is our sixth 30km event and it is made possible by title sponsor INOV-8 in partnership with event owner and organiser, Pacesetters Athletic Club. Garmin is the official fitness watch and Running Malaysia is the media partner of the event.

For immediate registration, go to www.myraceonline.com 

For more information, please visit www.pacesettersmalaysia.blogspot.com 

or https://www.facebook.com/groups/1507084776194776/

 

G5N - THE ULTIMATE GUNUNG NUANG CHALLENGE

Date/Time

August 30, 2014 @ 0600hour  – September 1, 2014 @ 0600 hour

Venue

Gunung Nuang, Hulu Langat, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

It all started as a casual talk if we could put up in Nuang over a long weekend. While the guys take on the mountain, I will take my time enjoying the nature. Away from the hustle bustle of the cosmopolitan city of Kuala Lumpur and to regain my sanity.

Not too long later, I was told that I may get to realize my crave for the mountain but I definitely did not expect the guys to come up with such craziness, G5N - five loops up & down the mountain in 48 hours

The Rules Of The Game

Yes, you read it right. The R & R from one sadist Race Director that will make your spine chilled & cracked! Read them all here –

http://www.myultrarunning.com/p/g5n.html

The Mountain & Elevation Gain

Yes, one has to repeat the same mountain over and over again for 5 times!

1st set - 1640m ( cut-off 6 hours )
2nd set - 3280m ( cut-off 8 hours / 14 hours )
3rd set - 4920m ( cut-off 10 hours / 24 hours )
4th set - 6560m ( cut-off 12 hours / 36 hours )
5th set - 8200m ( cut-off 12 hours / 48 hours )

The Format

And if this is not crazy enough, lets take a look at the format of the game.

The idea was borrowed and modified from Barkley Marathons. Each runner was assigned a random page number (before the start of each loop) to tear off from a book entitled HARD TIMES which was located at the peak. Runner must submit the assigned page upon checked in. Any submission of wrong or missing page number (for whatever reason) will be disqualified on the spot.

The Participants

19 applications received with 13 took on the challenge. Then 2 pulled out at the eleventh hours due to injury. Eventually 11 challengers (2 Singaporeans, 1 Japanese and 8 Malaysians) made it to the starting line.

The Reward

This ultra event gotta be the cheapest in the entire universe – RM9.99 (approximately USD$3.00).

Runners who completed the race within the qualifying time will be rewarded with 3 UTMB points!

The Conquerors Who Made It

36:17:40 - Ewegene Tan

36:41:44 - Henry Yang

39:27:36 - Mantaray

44:42:18 - Aun Utopia

45:59:41 - Naoya

With the heavy downpour in the late evening which carried till way after midnight, we did not anticipate anyone being able to complete the challenge in less than 40 hours. But, the challengers were just too strong to be knocked down by the cold and windy night! 

Bravo to all who dare to take up the challenge. And to the 5 who made it way before the closing time, you are the ultimate warriors. Salute to all of you.

Will the RD make a comeback in 2015? Maybe there will be a more challenging format coming from this sadist RD . . . . . .. let give it a guess . .  . could it be a more challenging cut off time? . . . . 

Watch out for the next posting on my take of G5N as the sadist bystander!

Note:
All the photos & illustrations are courtesy of G5N ( https://www.facebook.com/Gunung5Nuang )

MR MONTY’ THE MONITOR LIZARD @ STANDARD CHARTERED KL MARATHON 2014

Children’s book fictional character, ‘Mr Monty’ 

to run for Hospis Malaysia, a charity partner of 

Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2014 

 

‘Mr Monty’, a fictional character in a children’s book by Gail Featherstone, wife of the former British High Commissioner, the late Simon Featherstone. Donning a 6ft. monitor lizard suit, ‘Mr Monty’ is set to take on the 5km Fun Run category on Race Day, 12^th October 2014. 

Runners who pledge to Run For A Reason for Hospis Malaysia will raise funds from the public. The funds raised by Hospis Malaysia will be channelled into patient services and training in palliative care. Proceeds from the sales of the children’s book ‘Mr Monty’s Treat’, also go to Hospis Malaysia.

“We are indeed thankful for the contributions by Standard Chartered KL Marathon and the British High Commission. Through their efforts, we are confident that more awareness can be focused on palliative care,” said Hospis Malaysia General Manager, Tham Su Ming.

Gail Featherstone, author of the book added, "It is good to see that ‘Mr Monty’ is keeping up the fitness campaign which he started by climbing Mount Kinabalu in May with his friends from the British High Commission. I wish him all the best for this latest challenge and his ongoing efforts to publicise the work of hospice care in general and children's palliative care in particular. Go ‘Mr Monty’!"

This year will be Standard Chartered KL Marathon’s sixth installation. Hospis Malaysia is a returning charity partner for the second year. 

For more information on Standard Chartered KL Marathon and Run For A Reason, please visit www.kl-marathon.com or call +603 7886 1717. 

ENERGIZER NIGHT RUN 2014 - AFTER RACE

PRESS RELEASE

A “River of Lights” with 15,000 running for the cause to brighten the lives of Orang Asli 

 
The Energizer Night Race 2014 concluded in spectacular fashion as 15,000 runners took to the streets of Kuala Lumpur successfully making the Energizer Night Race 2014; Malaysia’s Largest Night Race. The Energizer Night Race was flagged off at the iconic Dataran Merdeka by Datuk Haji Ahmad Phesal bin Haji Talib, the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur; and Mike Foong, the Managing Director for Energizer Malaysia & Singapore, with fireworks and music accompanying runners as they took on the route ahead. 


Along the route, the runners were spurred on by drummers’ lit by LED lights, laser shows and many more. There was also the breathtaking vista of Kuala Lumpur at night which was the background as the runners took on the route turning the streets of Kuala Lumpur into a “River of Lights”.

Dataran Merdeka was transformed into a carnival area featuring exhibits from Energizer, sponsors and their CSR collaboration partner, EPIC Homes. The carnival area also hosted the “Light UpThe Dark” initiative which will see Energizer building homes for the Orang Asli of Peninsular Malaysia and successfully raised about RM200, 000 toward the cause. The initiative gained further momentum with runners, supporters and visitors making contributions in cash and in kind at the Energizer Night Race site.


“We are proud to be Malaysia’s largest night race and the numbers really demonstrate the spirit of Positivenergy, we would like to thank all runners for the amazing support shown. As shown by their participation in the Energizer Night Race, we hope runners will continue to empower themselves to make positive changes to the society,” said Mike Foong, Managing Director of Energizer Malaysia and Singapore. 

John-son Oei, CEO of EPIC Homes said “The participants at the Energizer Night Race have truly been inspiring and EPIC Homes is really excited to be part of Malaysia’s largest night race.” He further added “The ‘Light Up the Dark’ initiative will definitely go a long way in making lives of the Orang Asli tribes a much more secured one.” 

The funds would be further raised from Energizer sale proceeds at all AEON & AEON BIG retail stores, GIANT stores, TESCO Stores and MYDIN stores from 1^st August until 30^th September 2014. For every pack of the Energizer Batteries, Lightings & Specialty products sold, RM 0.20 from the sales will go towards the initiative.

The funds would be further raised from Energizer sale proceeds at all AEON & AEON BIG retail stores, GIANT stores, TESCO Stores and MYDIN stores from 1^st August until 30^th September 2014. For every pack of the Energizer Batteries, Lightings & Specialty products sold, RM 0.20 from the sales will go towards the initiative.

 The Energizer Night Race 2014 is Malaysia’s largest night race and was made possible by 15,000 runners participating. The Energizer Night Race 2014 is sponsored by Shick, Banana Boat, Brooks, Evian, GNC, 100Plus, Jake’s Charboil Steaks, Milo, Muay Fit, Nestle Fitnesse, Nikon, Power Bar, HooHa! And Soleus Running Watches. The race was organized by Twenty First Century Sports, collaborated with Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) and was sanctioned by the Federal Terroritory of Kuala Lumpur Amateur Athletes.   
 

The signature global race series first had its beginnings in South Africa in 2007. To date, it has been held in Peru, Philippines, Mexico, and Spain with more than 220,000 runners lacing up their running shoes to help make a positive impact through the Energizer Night Race for a Brighter World.

 The Energizer Malaysia team will embark on building the houses after the race and is scheduled to be completed by end of 2014. For progress and updates, public can visit Energizer Malaysia official website at energizer.com.my/nightrace/ or follow Facebook page www.facebook.com/EnergizerMY

The Winners' List

Men Open 15KM
00:53:29 - Michael Xenos
00:56:11 - Karthik A/L Jayamaran
00:57:55 - Murali A/L Muniandy

Women Open 15KM
01:00:38 - Jackline Nzivo
01:01:20 - Sheela Samivellu
01:08:04 - Shelin Gabrrel

Men Junior Veteran 15KM
00:59:27 - Prabakharan A/L Madhavan
01:00:27 - Lim Khon Seng Casey
01:01:21 - Moey Wooi San

Men Senior Veteran 15KM
01:00:43 - Khir Bin Salleh
01:05:29 - M.Ramakrishnan
01:11:05 - Raja Arumugam

Women Veteran 15KM
01:08:26 - Susan Khoo
01:14:27 - Annie Lee Khum Chiew
01:20:55 - Chew Siew Yeng

ENERGIZER NIGHT RUN - ROAD CLOSURE DETAILS

Road Closure Schedule for Energizer Night Race 2014

Plan your journey ahead to support the largest night race in Malaysia

21 roads in Kuala Lumpur will be closed in phases from 7:30pm until 11:00pm on Saturday, 9 August 2014 for the Energizer Night Race 2014. Jalan Raja (From Jalan Leboh Pasar Besar to Jalan Tun Perak), which is the main road used in preparations for the Energizer Night Race will be closed starting from 8 August, 8.00pm until 10 August, 6.00am.

The Kuala Lumpur Traffic Police and the organisers of the Energizer Night Race 2014 highly recommend that the public use alternative routes or public transportation during these hours to access the city centre.

Affected roads will include:

Alternative routes to city centre

Vehicles travelling from Kajang may access to the city centre by using Jalan Loke Yew, Jalan Tun Razak, and Jalan Sultan Ismail. Vehicles from Seremban Highway may opt to travel through Jalan Tun Razak, Sungai Besi roundabout and Jalan Sultan Ismail. Vehicles from Setapak may access the city centre via Jalan Tun Razak. Vehicles from Kepong could take Jalan Sultan Ismail as alternative route.

A total of 150 traffic policemen and 50 enforcement officers will be deployed to control traffic; 200 route marshals, 10 mobile marshals, and 10 ambulances will be stationed along the race route to assist and ensure participant safety on race day. The road closure details are also available in Energizer Night Race 2014 official website: (https://energizer.com.my/nightrace/)

Public transportation – available options

Dataran Merdeka is also accessible by Light Rail Transit (LRT). The nearest LRT station is STAR line and PUTRA line’s Masjid Jamek station, approximately 8 minutes walking distance from Dataran Merdeka.

STANDARD CHARTERED KL MARATHON : BIB TRADING

BIB TRADING

Standard Chartered KL Marathon once again provide an avenue for runners to trade for running bibs through the legal channel.

Now, those who have registered but could not make it on race day may transfer their bibs to other participants. Similarly those who have missed the registration may trade for a slot. There are 2 options available.

Option 1 - Direct Transfer

Option 2 -  Market Place

For more information, log on to -

http://kl-marathon.com/registration/transfer/how-it-works/

SELAMAT HARI RAYA

ENERGIZER NIGHT RACE 2014: RACE KIT COLLECTION

Date, Venue & Time

2 & 3 August 2014
Tan Sri Hamzah Arena, Level 3, Wisma OCM, Jln Hang Jebat, KL.
10am - 6pm

COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS
1. Collection in person.
Please present your identity card (Malaysians) or passport (Non-Malaysians) to collect your race kit.

2. Collection on behalf
In the event that, you are unable to come personally, a representative may be appointed to collect your race kit, do ensure that your  representative presents a letter of authorisation and a photocopy of your identity card or passport. Please click here for letter of authorisation.

SPECIAL COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS
1. Foreigner or outstation runner (outside Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Selangor)
   If you require special arrangement for race kit collection, please drop us an email at enquiry@hooha.asia latest by Monday 28 July 2014.

   2. Bulk collection of race kits (10 race kits and above)
   If you would like to collect 10 race kits and above, please email your bulk collection name list (full name and IC number of each participant) to icare@hooha.asia latest by Monday 28 July 2014. Please ensure to submit the authorisation letter for each participant listed in the bulk collection name list at the bulk collection counter on the race kit collection day. Please click here for letter of authorisation.
   Any request thereafter will not be entertained.

   PENALTY CHARGES
   RM 10 penalty charges will apply to:
   1. Collection on other than the dates stipulated above.
   2. Collection without prior agreement and arrangement.

UNCOLLECTED RACE KITS
Uncollected race kits will be deemed as unwanted and therefore becomes the property of the organisers upon closure of the distribution hall on 3 August 2014. The organisers will then be at liberty to dispose or re-distribute them accordingly. There will be NO distribution of kits on race day.

For more details, log on to -

https://energizer.com.my/nightrace/

or official Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/EnergizerMY

PACESETTERS BREAKFAST RUN - A LONG AWAITED EVENT

I chance upon Pacesetters in early 2000 and learn more about the club when I was the Honorary Secretary of the then Kuala Lumpur Association of Veteran Athletes (KLAVA) now known as KL Masters. Attended a few of their breakfast run and truly love the concept & the camaraderie. This was one of the reasons it was the biggest running club in the country! A superb way in promoting running as a healthy family activity.

Of late, road races have evolve into a commercial activities instead of being a healthy sporting event where the demand from the 'consumers' include branded design event t-shirt/vest, well design medal, timing chip, and finishing t-shirt. And of course all that come with a high PRICE!

for those who just wish or plan to do a healthy family activity, this is THE event! for just RM5.00/pax, you can choose to run 4km per loop or you may double the distance. the entire objective is to Sweat it, have Fun, be with your Family & stay Healthy. After the run, all will gather for a good breakfast, make some new friends & it is absolutely a good way to catch up with old friends and exchanging or sharing knowledge about running or on any other topic.

Details about the run -

Date : 10 Augus, 2014 
Time : 7.30am - 11.00am
Venue : Taman Tasik Permaisuri
Fee : RM5 Per Bib (1st come 1st serve)(limited 300Bib)
Register Place : Taman Tasik Permaisuri(at the open car park opposite HUKM)
Register Time : Tuesday,Thursday and Friday only 6:30PM ~ 7:30PM EXCEPT RAINING

Cautious : NO Medal, NO T-shirt, NO Timing chip, NO Cash prize

For more details, you may contact -
Ms.Winnie Lee
contact number : 019-384 6338