Over 570 trail runners to take part in Himam race
More than 570 trail runners from 41 countries will take part in the forthcoming Himam Trail Run Race to be held from December 1 to 3, said a press release.
“Over 570 trail runners from 41 countries of all ages and experience levels have registered to take on the breathtaking challenge that has been curated around diverse landscapes, heritage sites and lush plantation in Jabal Akhdar, Al Hamra and Birkat Al Mouz,” the release added.
Supported by Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) as main sponsor, the race has been made bigger since its last edition and
will feature a 25km and 55km races that will begin at Birkat al Mouz, whereas the Al Hajar Range Challenge 100km will start in Al Hamra.
Each course will then circle the foothills of Jabal Akhdar through traditional plantations
and picturesque villages before heading to the gates of the old Fort in Birkat al Mouz where the finishing line awaits.
Dr Zahir al Riyami, Himam
Adventure President, said, “The
response so far has been incredible, and we are now gearing up for the biggest ever Himam Trail Run Race. This is a great oppor
tunity to broaden the appeal of Oman’s unique landscape and shine a light on the beautiful scenery and culture of Jabal Akhdar, Al Hamra and Birkat al Mouz.
“Registrations have been pouring in from around the country and across the world and we look forward to welcoming run
ners of all ages to experience a brand-new course developed es
pecially for this race and take part in one of Oman’s fastest
growing sporting events,” he added.
Each race carries points from the International Trail Running Association (ITRA) which will help more experienced runners enter trail running races around the world. The 25km ‘Start-up Challenge’ will award all finishers one ITRA points, the 55km race, known as ‘The Adventure’, carries three ITRA points, while the 100km ‘Al Hajar Range Chal
lenge’ course will give four ITRA points to all finishers.
Last year’s Himam Trail Run proved to be an event for all, attracting 421 runners from 36 countries, including 50 female athletes and 29 runners aged over 50 years of age.