TRIK - Trail Running in Korea

Welcome to Trail Running in Korea. Please read below if it is your first time.

FOR FIRST TIMERS/BEGINNERS:

1. How far do you run?
   If you are comfortable running 10-15km on the road you should be fit enough to enjoy yourself. It is not a hiking group
2. How do we run?
   We run until it is too steep to do so (We run the flats and the downhills and hike the uphills). Everyone has a different speed but we all stick together. You will not be left behind.
3. Equipment
   Trail running needs more equipment to be outside for more time, up to 6hrs of running and fast hiking.
   a) Water
   You need to bring at least 1L of water with you. On hot days you will need more. (This can be bought at 7/11's along the route but sometimes is unavailable due to the run location, see point 3d below).
   b) Food
   To keep fighting in the mountains you are going to need fuel. Dried fruit, nuts, chocolate bars, energy bars or gels. Your choice, but bring at least 2 or 3 things
   c) Running shoes
   Normal running shoes are good for dry conditions BUT when you get hooked (coz trail running is so awesome) look at investing in more grip.(https://www.runnersworld.com/gear/a22115120/best-trail-running-shoes/)
   d) Running Vest
   Your water and your energy bars need to go somewhere. Hiking packs are too big and bounce too much while running. Trail runners prefer a vest (https://www.cleverhiker.com/best-running-vests). If you do not have a vest, don't worry a small bag with a waist and chest strap can work too!
4. Start times
   Sometimes it is early. Sometimes it is far. Always be respectful. Please make sure you know how long it will take to arrive and plan accordingly. The starting time mentioned is the actual (hard) starting time of the run, meaning the time we hit the road/trail. Please be 15 minutes earlier if there is anything you need to prepare before starting.
5. RSVP
   A lot of effort goes into making this group fun and exciting. If you don't want fun then please change your status to "Not Going" so we can plan accordingly.