XiaoMi is coming to Singapore 年2014

XiaoMi is coming to Singapore in 2014 ! I been following Xiaomi 小米 since the day i came to know about it. It's offer value for money smartphones and its currently only available in China and Hongmi in Hong Kong & Taiwan which sold out within minutes. 

Now Xiaomi posted in its XiaoMi Facebook guessing which next new market will be xiaomi target!  

XiaoMi Facebook

Let's wait & see! 小米， 为发烧而生！  

Sundown UltraMarathon 2013 - 14 September 2013

I got to know this, Sundown UltraMarathon 2013 is back! Sundown UltraMarathon 100KM was my virgin Ultra race back in 2011 June. It's was my stepping stone to other ultra races since then. 

Date: 14 September 2013. 

Will i join again this year? 

It's a difficult question for me. Back in 2011, i joint because of 1 undisclosed reason. While that was back in 2011, the reason no longer valid. 1 undisclosed reason lead to surprises in my running life since then. I falls in love with trail running and joint two ultra trail races back in 2011 and 2012. While this year, i'm also planning another ultra trail races... 

it's all about trail race. I'm not sure whether im still in for the road race. I'm just not sure anymore. 

btw, im just realized, i never blog about my Sundown UltraMarathon experience... =.=''' 

Argh... Sundown UltraMarathon 2011 - Hall of Fame

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FlyScoot.com & iPad in budget airlines!

Was watching Bloomberg when i'm back at home. Then saw the news on launching of Scoot Airlines, the new budget airlines from Singapore Airlines which strip off everything, no LCD panel at back of seat like many other airlines but offer iPAD for rent!

Today 4th June 2012, Monday Fly Scoot have its inaugural flight from Singapore to Sydney Australia. That's why Fly Scoot is in Bloomberg news!

Flying medium-haul on a budget flight does not have to be a drag.

Singapore's first low-cost, long-haul carrier Scoot will offer iPads pre-loaded with movies and TV shows for rent on board their flights.

The iPads come with extra battery packs and a stand so that passengers can watch movies without having to hold it throughout the flight.

For those who prefer to use their own iPad or electronic device, chief executive Mr Campbell Wilson said that Scoot will be launching a wireless onboard server for passengers to access onboard data with their personal device.

"Our intention is to allow people to use their device as much as possible. It saves us money as we don't have to provide one but it also gives people greater choice of entertainment," said Mr Wilson.

However, movie studios at this stage do not allow first release movies to be streamed wirelessly to a device, so passengers who are using their own iPad will not be able to view certain movies onboard.

All frills like iPads, meals, wider seats with more leg more and baggage allowance are chargeable.

Ticket sales for the new carrier have exceeded the 100,000 mark, one day before its inaugural flight to Sydney on June 4.

Scoot currently flies to four destinations - Sydney, Gold Coast, Tianjin and Bangkok, and its average fare costs 40 per cent less than those of full-service airlines. Two more routes will be added by the end of this year.

The airline is eyeing destinations in China and India next.

Source: http://www.relax.com.sg/relax/news/1143370/iPads_for_rent_on_Scoot_flights.html

Twilight Ultra Challenge 2012 Race report

I'm almost can't make it to starting point of Twilight Ultra Challenge on 11 March 2012, Sunday morning 12:00am as I forget to bring my passport out ! I'm only realised i forget to bring my passport with me when i'm reaching bus station at Bangsar for 2:30pm bus to Singapore. 

Panic mode for few seconds. Cool down, relax, brain start to thinks. I need to go back home to take my passport, i only left 45 mins to departure. It's terrible jam on Saturday noon. Wont able to make it. So instead rushing back home straight away, i decided proceed walk to bus office, to put down my luggage and ask for next bus available to Singapore. Phew, there's another trip to Singapore in 2 hours time, which is 4:30pm. Okay, 2:30pm bus ticket is burnt and buy another new one. 

Took LRT back home and come out reaching back at bus office around 4:00pm. Bus depart at 4:30pm sharp. No one was with me. Enjoying #foreveralone movement all the way till Singapore. Traffic jam, raining on the way, and managed to reached Singapore around 10:30pm. Took MRT to Pasir Ris and cab to reach at East Coast Park around 11:20pm. Still have some time for change and prepare. 

Finally have chance to photo with Ada Suka. Met him for second time, as 1st time was at HK100. 

Ben, the race director of Twilight Ultra Challenge. 

It's just started, i'm start to take photo. I'm were so hungry, i'm planning to have Burger King when flagged off. Sad to know that Burger King was located at opposite direction where we flagged off. I will be only passby Burger at 7KM point. So i "tahan" my hungry-ness... 

Run...Run...Run... 

Finally got my Burger King refuel... 

Coke drink! Awesome

Twilight Ultra Challenge was just 3 weeks after HK100 and i'm only ran 4km in the Saturday morning with RunnersMalaysia group and that's it my training for TUC. My knee was sore so bad until it's took more than usual period to recover. Weird thing was, the 4KM run with RunnersMalaysia group giving me feel good and green light to run more mileages! But it's seem not the case. My knee start to feel pain just after 4KM in TUC. But still i continue to run / walk... 

Name on the list! 

Full range of Hammer Nutrition! 

Weird thing i noticed, i'm only get to know Hammer nutrition brand when i'm start cycling. It's been selling in bike shop which i found it's really helps in my cycling. Moreover, i managed to use Hammer nutrition in my HK100 run! hehe... Now you know how i can achieve 23 hours timing in HK100 ! 

Innov8 - quite new in running community in SG and hardly seen in Malaysia. 

Photo taken by Mohan Marathon. Thanks Mohan. 

I was on full SKINS compression top and tight to prepare for TUC. 

Yeah... we concurred TUC...

Oh yeah! i did not mention how many KMs i completed in Twilight Ultra Challenge right? 

See below! 

yay! i completed my Twilight Ultra Challenge with 15KM clocked. No need to feel shame. 

At least i know I'm not yet fully recover from HK100. 

Twilight Ultra Challenge 2012

Last year, the Twilight Ultra Challenge (TUC) is a stranger race / challenge to me. 

I'm just focus on my Sundown Ultra. 

Since after Sundown Ultra, any Ultra races / Challenge I'm quite aware of it as I have confidence on my ability to complete the challenge unlike last year. 

Twilight Ultra Challenge is not a race, but rather a challenge to myself. 

btw, before that i got a confession to make. 

"I have not run a single KM since HK100" 

Guess, i'm tired of Foreveralone Ultra training. Giving myself a break on running. 

But, when I'm registered for TUC, i never thought of my current situation. I know I'm going to challenge myself as at that point of time, I'm on ultra running fever! 

So, TUC, no benchmark being set, just run walk crawl for minimum of 6-7 hours having my Burger King meal break, and McD meal break in between when feels hungry... 

Life is not about just running! 

Looking forward to test my new found Hammer nutrition! 

Wonder what number will i get ....! 

Some figures about TUC: 

210 Registered Participants
164 Individual Participants
14 Teams with 46 Participants
Almost 2,000 litres of water
1,000 Bananas
10 Watermelons
10,000 Cups
Uncountable sweat, tears... and some blood :) 

Good luck to all TUC participants! 

Twilight Ultra Challenge 

Craze Ultra (100 Mile/50 Mile/25 Mile) - Are You Nuts Enough?

Today, I'm only discover this! 100 miles !
Wow...

Psst... let me tell you a secret, since i managed to complete my 2 100KM ultra, I'm been waiting chances to challenge myself further to 100KM...

So i found out this CRAZE ULTRA 100 miles in FACEBOOK ! It's so near to me, it's in Singapore!!!

In their FB, Running Guild fixed Sept 22-23 as race day!

Go likes their FB fan page: Craze Ultra (100 Mile/50 Mile/25 Mile) - Are You Nuts Enough?

Below are their FB info which i copy and paste:

Are you up for a challenge? Wanna have fun with your friends? Find out how far and how long you can go! Running Guild (www.runningguild.com) is planning for the Craze Ultra, to be held in Singapore in 2012, with distances of 100 Miles (160km) / 50 Miles (80km) / 25 Miles (40km), which you can take on as an Individual or as a Team (a minimum of 2 members, up to a maximum of 8 members). If you join as a team, it'll be in a relay format, with your team mates stationed at various checkpoints waiting for your arrival & ready to tackle the next segment. Date: Time: 9am till 3pm the following day (30 hours) Place: To Be Confirmed Cutoff Timing: This has not been finalised but we expect it to be about 30 hours or so for the 100 Miles. Route: We are looking into an out-and-back course, with the maximum distance 50miles(80km) one way, and return via the same route. To avoid the high costs of road closure, we will be utilising footpaths, park connectors where possible. Please expect to cross traffic junctions.. so please observe traffic rules. Support Stations: In addition to the Main Support Station at the Event Site, there will be up to 8 Support Stations along the route, located at approximately every 10-20km interval: Special Needs Bag: You may pack your own self-provided Special Needs Bag, which will be deposited at any Support Station of your choice or even at every Support Station, but each must be clearly marked with Masking/Other Large Tape & Marker Pen with the following: Name: Bib Number: Support Station Number: You can access your Special Needs Bag when you arrive at the Support Station and use it to collect/deposit some items, e.g. sunglasses, sunscreen, etc. We will drop off your Special Needs Bag at the respective Support Stations, as indicated on your bag. Before/At the end of the event, we will retrieve all Special Needs Bag and bring it back to the main event site for your collection. Items to Carry (Compulsory for 100 & 50 Mile participants. Optional for 25 Mile participants ): 1. Handphone 2. Hydration (sufficient for 20km before the next Support Station) 3. Map (A map of the route will be given) 4. Whistle 5. Mini Torchlight 6. Cash 7. Transport card (EZ Link) Items to Carry (Optional): 1. Food 2. Pillow 3. Sleeping Bag 4. Sunblock 5. Cap 6. Insect repellant 7. Anti-chafing lubricant We are now gathering interest in the event. So if you think you are up for it, or crazy enough, you may indicate your interest by clicking on this link:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dG5aNDllZlR3ZEFfYkFQZlRWek1aMUE6MQ#gid=0

Email	info@runningguild.com

Ultramarathoner a special breed

An article about Ultramarathoners ! Is talking people like me! We love Ultra!

Too bad, i cant find the article online other than this photo... posted in FB on 24 Dec 2011.

MR25 Cross Country Ultra Marathon 2011

I'm done! I'm completed my 3rd Ultra marathon for the year 2011. An unexpected year that i would completes 3 Ultras.

Below are the video taken by our beloved photographer Tey Eng Tiong who came down to SG to support MR25 event from KL. Thank you Tey! Thanks Tey for the great photo!

Are you able to spot me inside the video below? hehe... 

Kudo to brother in video below! You're have completed your 1st ever Virgin Ultra Marathon !



Next year we shall run MR25 again! Brother, train hard! See you in 2012.

Man dies after completing half-marathon in StanChart race

Man dies after completing half-marathon in StanChart race

SINGAPORE: A 21-year-old Singaporean died after completing the half-marathon of the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore on Sunday morning.

The Organising Committee said in a statement on Sunday afternoon that he collapsed at the finish line at about 8.30am.

He was immediately attended to and sent to the Singapore General Hospital.

He died at about 9.30am.

The Organising Committee will assist the Police in its investigation.

It is believed that it is the first time a runner has died at the Marathon.

- CNA/fa


http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1169342/1/.html

This is not the first time i heard about runner dies after running a half marathon. If you still remember, similar case also happened in KL.

Runners should learn listen to body, stop running when you are feeling something weird on muscles, breath, chest and etc etc...
Runners also should learn about their body whether do their fitness / conditions allow them to start running. Some who have asthma are advised to seek doctor advice before start running, even in running, much pre-caution need to take note.



RIP to the runner. 

Congratulation Chin Ann on completion of 100km Ultramarathon !

Yes! I'm done it! I'm successful complete 100km Ultramarathon on 26 June 2011.

Congratulation Chin Ann! Your hardwork paid off. Your bootcamp, your diet and training showing the flying color result.

Thank you everyone who accompany me on the whole journey to 100km.

The 100km Sundown Ultramarathon, behind my successful,  it's actually lie with a lots of stories. 

So many things happened just a week before the race. 

Emotions were like roller-coaster... 

Works busy... 

Somehow at last, it's not stopping me. 

I made it ! 

I completed 100km Ultra! 

2011 The North Face 100 - TNF100

Last few days saw this 2011 The North Face 100 poster on my facebook feed. 

Im always heard my running friend mentioning about this TNF100 but im not really know any details about it. 

TNF is another kind of running mind game which totally different from what's im doing now in running a road race marathon. 

TNF is a trail running and its not easy to run in trail where you go hike up hills and run on muddy road. 

The rules and regulations always become straighter and a lots of rules have to follow. The cut of time for 100km duo is 9 hours ( Time for 1 runner to run 50km). 

My normal 42km marathon timing is around 5 hours to 6 hours, but 9 hours for 50km.. This is so challenging !

The TNF for 2011 in Singapore falls on 15 Oct 2011. Registration open on coming 16 May 2011. 

This is interesting. hmmm...   

More details:

http://www.thenorthface100.com.sg/

NIKE RUNNING SINGAPORE - GODDESS 5K !

Nike's first ever Girls only race in Singapore, the GODDESS 5K!

NIKE RUNNING SINGAPORE launches today to bring you news, product, training runs, community and motivation to help you run better and stay connected with other runners. Kicking off the launch is Nike's first ever Girls only race in Singapore, the GODDESS 5K!

Go "like" their facebook NIKE RUNNING SINGAPORE!

Thought:
I missed Nike KL 10K race last year. I wanna run Nike running race!
Argh... why Nike only focus Women? Where's men right!  Lucky its in Singapore. Anyways this is not going to happen in KL in anytime soon for Girls only race.

Will year 2011, Nike going to organise 11.11.11 11K race? Im waiting to hear the good news! Waits... 11.11.11 falls on Friday. So its impossible. Anyways, im waiting to hear for 2011 Nike Race in KL!

Sundown Ultra Marathon 2011 - Route

Singapore, February 7, 2011 — The organisers of the Sundown Marathon confirmed the routes for the 100km ultramarathon today.

The 100km city race will take runners from the start point at Marina Bay down to Kallang before hitting East Coast Park. Runners will then make their way along Changi Coast Road before reaching Pasir Ris Park. The final leg of the race will see runners make a U-turn at Bedok Reservoir Park before heading back to Marina Bay.

Since registration opened last November, more than 720 runners have already signed up for the Sundown Ultra Marathon, which is expected to attract about 1,000 participants. All runners of this elite distance will have to carry a hydration pack and complete the distance within the 16-hour cut-off mark. There will be hydration top-up stations every 10km and food supply stations after the 40km mark.

The fourth edition of the Sundown Marathon will take place over two days for the first time. The 42km marathon will be run on May 28, 2011, about one month before the Sundown Ultra Marathon.

Participants of the 42km marathon will race along the eastern area of Singapore and will be flagged off at Changi Exhibition Centre.

A new 10km category for men will be introduced for the first time at the event as well while running equipment brand New Balance has also signed on as the apparel sponsor for the race this year.

A total of 25,000 participants have signed up for all the categories so far, beating last year’s total of 19,500.

Benjamin Wee, the general manager of HiVelocity Pte Ltd, the organisers, said: “The Sundown Marathon and Ultra Marathon have once again proven to be among the region’s most eagerly anticipated races. With participation growing year on year, we aim to provide a smooth and enjoyable night race experience for all runners by splitting the dates of the events.”

“With the new city route and 100km race category, we aim to give runners a unique running experience as they celebrate their passion for running during Singapore’s biggest night race,” he added.

Remarks:
Yeah! 100km ultra marathoners will start at Marina Bay !

Sundown Marathon 2011 Routes

Finally, Sundown Marathon 2011 routes confirmed! 

42km route which is same as 2010 route. 

21km route. 

The new category for 2011 - 10km route

 Last year, there's were few un-pleasant things happened! Taxis driver did not know where's is the race venue - Changi Exhibition Centre. Hope this year, this wont be repeating again. 

Photographer II @ Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2010

Regards to my previous post on Photographer @ Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2010

Updates...

Singapore marathoner runners might have seen this and never realised its the photographer from Malaysia who snapping their photos...

Thank you Tey! You're awesome ! 

5 hours 39 mins baked under the Singapore hot sun, and im a happy man when crossing the finishing line! 

My last marathon for 2010. Shall rest to restart my 2011 run soon. 

#SCSM full marathon medal !

My hard earned finisher medal.

My timing 5 hours 40 mins (unofficial)

Fuyoh ! My #SCSM full marathon medal! I love Sg!

The front view of SCMS finisher medal...

Christmas lighting at 4am in orchard road

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Christmas lighting at Orchard Road..

XOXO...



Sg Sg Sg !

XOXO...

Christmas lighting along the Orchard Road...

Never realised its so beatiful ! 

SCMS participant profile! Awesome numbers!

Can you imaging 19,000 runners joining the Full Marathon?