34th River Kwai International Half Marathon (Year 2015)
At last, I am at the venue of the 34th edition of
River Kwai International Half Marathon 2015, River Kwai Village Hotel. After an
approximate 6 hours train ride from Bangkok and 20 mins motorbike riding from
our Star Hill River Kwai hotel, we reached safely at the venue at 520am.
It was raining on the Sunday morning and we felt uncomfortable with the wetness
in body, but this doesn’t wash away the spirit of running on one of the most
scenic route in Thailand. I’ve missed it last year and definitely not this time.
According to the host, this year event has attracted more than 3300
participants from 35 countries.
Race Venue: River Kwai Village Hotel
Two categories were introduced, half marathon
(21.1 km) and mini marathon (10.55 km) and both started at 6am. Along the winding
route, the runners were accompanied by the mystery yet amazing mountainous view
found only in the outskirts of Thailand. Running in the rain was not an easy
challenge, especially in the first 10 km of race where most are uphill course. Generous
number of water & melon stations and volunteers en route ensure a safe and
smooth running experience for all runners.
Race started at 6am...
Me facing the cam :]
I am glad to finish the run in 2 hour 18 minutes,
the best timing for 21 km clocked so far. The rain proved not a thing in achieving
my new personal best. Indeed the declining course in the second half of the
race made a faster split compared to the first. Post run, all the runners were
invited to enjoy free breakfast in the hotel cafe and 150 Baht was charged to
each non-participant for the meal. It was a wonderful morning for a rich feast
after long running.
Delighted runners at the finishing
Rilakuma runner...Cheers!
13rd September 2015, my first running
to the oldest road race in the country is definitely a notable one. The scenic
train journey travelling across Kanchanaburi, the Bridge over River Kwai and Nam
Tok, Sai Yok form part of the breathtaking countrysides must-see in Thailand.
Rock and roll...
Some other photos...
Race pack collection
T-shirt, commemorative medal and bib tag
(Above) Water zone
(Below) Massage zone (Post run)
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