4Month30, the "Migu Run" Cup2016Shan Shan Outdoor Longding Shangri-LaSkyrun?trail race was successfully held in Daocheng Yading, the Soul of Shangri-La. This ultimate showdown in a realm of the sky attracted widespread global attention, with participants from22countries and regions taking part in the world’s highest-altitude "Skyrunning”
In the end, the athlete from NepalBhim Gurungwon the championship of this race with a time of3:08:30.
The Longding Shangri-LaSkyrun?trail race, as the opening event of the Shan Shan Outdoor (CMT) series under the "Migu Run" brand, set multiple records in both domestic and international trail running competitions with its top-tier event standards, high-altitude and breathtaking course, uniquely designed commemorative trophies, and exceptionally high environmental awareness.
China’s Highest-Level Trail Running Event — Let the Numbers Speak
The Longding Shangri-LaSkyrun?kicked off2016year’sSkyrunner?global trail running series points race. It attracted athletes from the United States, Nepal, Mexico, Italy, Iran, and22other countries and regions. According to statistics, among the world’s top100trail runners,80%participated in this race. Well-known athletes such as Dong Li, as well as last year’sSkyrunnerInternational Series Points ChampionTadei Pivk, made the competition a true showdown among the world’s top athletes.
The entire race took place on unpaved mountain roads, covering a total distance of29kilometers with an accumulated elevation gain of2300meters. Snow had fallen in the mountains the day before the race, undoubtedly adding to the difficulty. Competing under such extreme conditions tested not only the athletes’ physical fitness but also their endurance and determination. The first-place finisher completed the race in3:08:30, with a finishing rate of65%. The event was covered by multiple international media outlets including those from the United States and the United Kingdom, as well asCCTV, Sina, Youku, LeTV, Sohu, NetEase, iRan, and Outdoor Exploration.20The event was covered throughout by comprehensive and specialized media outlets.
With top-tier professional athletes, an exceptionally high completion rate, and global media attention, the "Migu Run" Cup2016Biao Shan Ye Yu Long Teng AdenSkyrun?Trail Running Race has set a new benchmark as a premier domestic trail running event.
The uniquely designed commemorative trophy — stone from the sacred mountain, hand-carved on-site
This race featured two categories, male and female, with prize money of3000USD,2000USD, and1000USD for the top three places respectively. After a day of intense competition, the men’s champion was ultimatelyBhim Gurungfrom Nepal, who finished with a time of3:08:30, while the women’s champion wasMegan Kimmelfrom the United States, who crossed the line in3:20:39.
Undoubtedly, the most eye-catching highlight of this race was the trophy. To give participants a special memento and infuse the trophy with local character, the organizing committee worked with the design team from the very beginning to develop multiple creative concepts. Since the race took place at the sacred mountain Xian Nai Ri, they specially selected6sacred stones from the mountain, crafted a refined base, and had the engraver carve the winning athletes’ names on the stones on-site. The men’s champion,Bhim Gurung, said: “This is the most unique trophy I’ve ever received. It’s incredibly beautiful and distinctive. Every time I look at it, I’ll think of these wonderful people and the stunning scenery of Aden.”
29Kilometers of the most beautiful mountain trail run — leave no trace, take no litter
The "Migu Run" Cup Long Teng AdenSkyrun?Trail Running Race, as the first leg of the2016yearSkyrunner?series, put a lot of thought into selecting its course. The choice of Aden as the host destination was deliberate, as it boasts one of China’s most intact and pristine alpine natural ecosystems, often praised as “the last pure land on the blue planet” and “the true soul of Shangri-La.” With deep reverence for nature, the organizing committee maintained a strong environmental consciousness throughout the preparation and execution of the race — placing trail markers during reconnaissance, educating participants about environmental protection, providing trash bins at aid stations during the race, and thoroughly cleaning the course afterward. Truly, they left no litter behind and returned the land to its purest state.
After the race, one participant remarked,“Sichuan’s Aden is truly a magical place!”29Kilometers of spectacular trail included towering mountains, beautiful forests, and challenging altitudes, with breathtaking views that took your breath away. Starting from an elevation of2800meters and climbing gradually to4700meters, it felt like you were running toward the sky.”
Professional and meticulous services with a high-standard security team
Delivering a trail running event at its finest isn’t just about the beauty of the route. The aid stations along the course, signage setup, security personnel, rescue teams, and volunteers all met high standards and strict requirements. With athletes from22countries and regions participating, the organizing committee specifically trained volunteers proficient in multiple languages including English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish, ensuring better communication and support for the runners.
A total of6There are 60 supply stations, well-stocked with bread, fruits, energy gels, sports drinks, and other essentials. First aid medical supplies, stretchers, and common medications for scrapes and falls are also fully provided. Bilingual volunteers are stationed at every supply and checkpoint. Rescue teams and medical staff entered the mountains a day in advance to prepare for any emergencies. The organizing committee of “China Mobile Run” arranged for nearly50mules and horses to transport supplies to the aid stations at an altitude of4700meters, creating a remarkable feat in the history of trail running event preparations in China. Professional photographers are positioned along the route and at the highest points to capture the athletes' most exciting moments. The humanized and professional attention to detail vividly showcases the perfect blend of ruggedness and refinement.
This Longding Yading eventSkyrun?is just“the first race of the annual series under “China Mobile Run”’s Shan Shan Offroad brand. In September this year, another top-tier trail running event will be held—the September · Gobi Desert Run (Devil’s Mountain Challenge) in Yumen, Gansu. “China Mobile Run” aims to leverage the Shan Shan Offroad series2016-2017The first race of the annual series, and another top-tier trail running event will be held this September—the September · Gansu Yumen Desert Run (Devil Mountain Challenge). “Migu Running” hopes to leverage the...CMTto organize challenging, diverse, and unique trail running activities deep within China’s distinctive mountain landscapes. These events will offer both domestic and international runners more opportunities to explore and appreciate China’s mountains and rivers, while also promoting the development of mountain trail running across the Asia-Pacific region and shaping2016a new landscape for trail running events in China.