August Man Run 2019 – Preview by Happy Runner
Editor’s Note
August Man Run debuted in 2017, and now, it’s back on 20th April 2019. Formerly, the race venue was Lot 10 shopping mall at Bukit Bintang KL, and I recall how nice it was to run around Jalan Imbi, Jalan Kampung Pandan and up to Jalan Bellamy on a beautiful sunny Sunday morning. Video Flashback. Previous KL route.
This time, their race venue has been switched to Menara Ken which is situated within the residential neighborhood of Taman Tun Dr. Ismail. Another major difference is that the second edition will be flagged off at 5pm instead of the usual morning start.
Luckily, the race organiser has arranged a special running clinic with Edan Syah at Taman Rimba Kiara on Saturday, 6th April 2019 at 5pm for those who wish to seek some useful running tips beforehand. To sign up for this running clinic, click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEi0U1AisEtgZwMKUXAfLoHvxUyLqtL4K2ALNM4IwPdYiIpw/viewform .
Media Launch
A small group of us running bloggers were invited to the media launch of AUGUSTMAN Run 2019 at Room 203 / Menara KEN on 16th March 2019.
August Man Magazine Editor Rubin explained the concept of August Man Run 2019, while Race Director Julie presented its technical aspects.
The August Man Run aims to promote physical and mental wellness through running. In conjunction with the run, various festivities will also be held on the day such as lucky draws and a best dressed award in what will surely be an unforgettable experience for all! To cap off the night, we will also be having an after party exclusively by invitation only!
The August Man Run 2019 has partnered with KEN Holdings Berhad, Ultron, Fossil, Spritzer, Malta, Babel Fit, Milo and many others in ensuring a lifestyle run like no other!
EVENT INFO
Race Date : 20th April 2019
Time : 4:30pm – 8:30pm
Venue : KEN TTDI, KL
Distance/Flag Off : 12km/5:00pm & 6km/5:15pm
Awards and Party : 7pm to 10pm
RACE KIT COLLECTION will be held at KEN TTDI on Friday 19 April (10:30am – 8:00pm) and Saturday 20 April (10:30am – 3:00pm).
RUNNER’S ENTITLEMENT
🌟12KM : Competitive Run
1pc – Event tee
1pc –Fashionable tee (after the race)
1pc – Completion medal
E-certificate
Personalised timing chip
⭐6KM Non competitive Run
1pc – Event tee
1pc – Completion Medal
🖲️To Register http://www.checkpointspot.asia/Event/EventInfo.aspx?EventCode=%2bTWAMYvOYqM%3d
Route Recce
We drove along the 12km/6km route which basically makes its way 3km to Bangunan Insan Bakti at Taman Rimba Kiara which marks the turning point for the 6km runners. Meanwhile, the 12km runners will pass through the Sime Darby guardhouse which is a private road that leads to the U-Turn at Sime Darby Convention Centre.
There will be 1 water station at 3km mark for the 6km runners, and 3 water stations along the 12km route.
Videos Of The Sime Darby Route…
More Photos
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