Summer Splash at the Royale International Kayak n Run
News Release / 28.05.2015
Paddles, kayaks, life vests and running shoes will be coming out in force on Saturday May 30th for the opening race of the 7th annual Royale International Kayak n Run series held at Deep Water Bay, Hong Kong. The race offers two categories: The Family Kayak n Run and the Adult Kayak n Run. The Royale International Kayak n Run is one of the most popular adventure racing events in Hong Kong with the adult category selling out quickly and the family category almost full with over 50 teams entered.
“I am going to team up with my colleague Zena as we have been hiking together for quite a while. We have joined lots of races together and we work well as a team. As the Royale International Kayak n Run Deep Water Bay is a short distance race, we didn’t do any extra preparation for it. I run two to three times a week to keep myself healthy and in race shape. The race on Saturday is going to be fun yet challenging, and I am looking forward to the race and doing it with my friend. As I love to spend time with my friends doing outdoor sports we have already registered in the second leg of Kayak n Run in Discovery Bay as well’’ said Ms. Lam.
“I have never joined an outdoor sports event before because my wife Laurence and I are both busy with our jobs. We jog once a week for our regular exercise, but I have wanted to try some outdoor adventure races in Hong Kong and to challenge myself. It is an interesting way to explore Hong Kong and a great chance to escape from the hustle and bustle and explore the tranquil beaches and beautiful trails of Hong Kong. I am really looking forward to the race and the experience” said Belgian Andres Crabbe.
Race Info
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Event Name |
Royale International Kayak n Run Deep Water Bay (Family & Adult - 2 different races) |
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Date |
May 30th, 2015 (SATURDAY) |
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Start Time |
7 a.m. Family start & 8 a.m. Adult race |
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Start Location |
Deep Water Bay, HK Island, Hong Kong |
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Distance |
Family 1.5 km kayak & 2.5km run / Adult 4 km kayak & 6 km trail run |
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Description |
Kayaking and running near Middle Island and Deep Water Bay. Kayak, paddles and life vests provided |
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Aim |
To see beautiful scenery and to get off the main trails and into locations people don't usually go. |
About Action Asia Foundation
Since its inception in 1997 the Action Asia Foundation has promoted the idea that outdoor activities can play a crucial part in fostering an individual’s personal development. Proceeds from the Action Asia Challenge and other fundraising events go to help the work of the Foundation. The goals of the Action Asia Foundation include:
- Developing personal development opportunities for young people in Asia through organising outdoor adventure activities.
- Raising the quality of life for disadvantaged young people in Asia by funding health clinics, schools and activity centres.
- Promoting cultural interchange through adventure programmes and events.
- Developing permanent facilities for youth adventure training
The Foundations achievements so far include funding a day-care and health facilities in Nepal, and organizing kayaking, climbing and other outdoor activities for handicapped and underprivileged youth in Hong Kong.
The event could not happened without the generous support of Royale International, and presenting sponsor and the supporting partner like ActionX Store, Otterbox, Pearl’s, Salonpas, Herbalgy, OL&N, Ocean Potion, Socam, Oregon Scientific and the Action Asia Foundation.
