About us
Welcome to Trail Running in Korea. Please read below if it is your first time.
FOR FIRST TIMERS/BEGINNERS:
- 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 - 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. - 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! - 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. - 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.
Upcoming events
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31km/13km Trail Run - Gwacheon Loop (Cheonggyesan)
Location not specified yetIf you are joining for the first time:
The paces we run are quite relaxed, however, if you haven't yet finished a flat 10km in an hour or less, then you may need to do a little training before joining. Please join our Kakao Chatroom to ensure we can all communicate easily before and during the run.
우리가 뛰는 속도는 꽤 느긋하지만, 아직 평지에서 10km를 1시간 이내에 완주하지 못했다면, 참가하기 전에 약간의 훈련이 필요할 수 있습니다.
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----------------------------------31km, 1400m ascent
9:00am : Maebong Station, Line 3, Exit 413km, 300m ascent
12:00pm : Gwacheon Station, Exit 3 (7-Eleven)Today we'll try a new trail suggested by one of our members. We'll start at Maebong Station, Line 3, then run south to and follow the ridge along to Cheonggyesan. From there we will go down towards Gwacheon, passing by Seoul Grand Park, and then stop at Gwacheon and meet members joining for the remaining part of the run. We'll then run to Umyeongsan and and alot Yangjae Stream to finish back at Maebong Station.
Detailed route and GPX:
https://www.strava.com/routes/34503153916973989763 attendees
Olympic Park Backyard Ultra (7km loops every hour: 8am - til late)
World Cup Park, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, KRJoin our Kakao Chat and let us know you are coming to this event if you are a newcomer. If not, we will assume you are not coming.
https://open.kakao.com/o/gksvncvg
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Last year we did a 'Backyard Ultra' type run at Olympic Park, and it was great day out, so I thought i'd organise it again!
The run consists of a 7km route around Olympic Park.
Every hour we start running the same point (Seven Eleven just next to the World Peace Gate - 세계평화의문) and complete the loop.
You quit running whenever you feel like, last year members ran up to 84km.
You are free to join from 8am or just join whenever you like!
At 7m09s/km it takes 50 minutes to run 7km.
At 7m51s/km it takes 55 minutes to run 7km.
You can quit at any time. Participate at your own risk.
Detailed route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283607525958031526
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Past events
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