The 2017 VASQUE Hangzhou West Lake Trail Race started on November 18 at Baita Park Square in Hangzhou. Nearly 600 runners from 15 countries and regions, including China, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Sweden, Portugal, and Australia, joined the race. Spanning 28 kilometers with more than 1,800 meters of total ascent, the competition concluded with Jing Liangzhi from Beijing and Luo Lanfang from Shaoxing claiming the men's and women's championships respectively.
About Vasque
Vasque is a globally renowned subsidiary of Red Wing Shoes, Inc. Founded in 1905 in Minnesota, USA, Red Wing is a family-owned and operated company renowned for crafting high-quality work boots. In 1965, Red Wing established a company called Voyager, dedicated to producing outdoor footwear. By 1972, the brand was renamed Vasque, which has since become synonymous with premium outdoor footwear. A significant milestone in the company’s history occurred in 1984, marked by two key events: the launch of the Sundowner model—a classic in the Vasque lineup that remains popular today—and the beginning of shoe production in Asian factories. This move enabled Vasque to maintain its high quality standards while enhancing competitiveness in the challenging global market.
About Shenzhen Himalaya Trading Co., Ltd.
Established in 2002, Shenzhen Himalaya Trading Co., Ltd. was founded by outdoor sports enthusiasts. The company specializes in distributing top-tier European and American outdoor brands in the Chinese market, committed to introducing high-quality outdoor gear and providing comprehensive support for nature exploration and safe, convenient outdoor activities. Over more than a decade of development, the brands it represents have expanded from professional outdoor equipment to include running and sports medicine gear. Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the company also maintains an office in Beijing.