Sekinchan

Sekinchan, a small town on the west coast of Selangor Malaysia, is located 2 hours away from Kuala Lumpur city area. Despite the town’s size, it is well known for being one of the major rice producing areas of Malaysia, in the Sabak Bernam district. Its name in Chinese, 适耕莊, pronounced as “Shi Geng Zhuang”, is translated directly from the English, but it couldn’t be more suitable as the 3 Chinese words also means "village suitable for plantation'. The apt description of the name, stating out it’s suitability for farming of rice, fruits and oil palm trees. The total farming land paddy and fruits is about 4,300 acres and it’s said to be the highest rice production per acre in Malaysia.

Expect yourself to be welcomed and mesmerized with the vast, irrigated and organized green paddy field on your right when you firstly arrive in Sekinchan. You can drive right beside the paddy fields or better still run next to it with Sekinchan Ultra. The area is well connected with roads accessing the town and the small village located in the center of the paddy fields. Throughout the scenic race course, you will find water path (aqueduct), little bridge, flora & fauna , birds and of course the paddy itself. A scenic greenery sight that you will easily unwind yourself into and definitely something you can’t get from your developed city area.

Sekinchan is also often visited by diners from Ipoh and Kuala Lumpur for its fresh seafood, for its double identity as a busy fishing village. You may still catch a glimpse of numerous fishing boats returning to the harbor in the early afternoon to unload their catch. Seafood dishes here are said not to be missed if you’re a foodie as its said to be much fresher and affordable than city area.

So, be a part of this interesting small town with the first-edition of Sekinchan Ultra with the categories of 10km, 50km and 100km this year , With a Cut Off Time of 3 hours, 9 hours, 17 hours respectively for each category, you'll get to take your time to complete the race and enjoy the beautiful sceneries that Sekinchan has to offer.

Don’t miss out to be part of this new race and come have memorable fun with your friends and family on the 30 November - 1 December 2019 ! We’re excited for you to be part of this and can’t wait to see you there!

Sekinchan Ultra is proudly brought to you by Malaysia Ultra Running™.

Race Information

Race Date: 28 - 29 November 2020
Race Course: Road Running (Tarmac , Asphalt surface)
Starting/Finishing Location: S.R.J.K. (C) Yoke Kuan, Sekinchan, Selangor​ ​(next to S.M.J.K Yoke Kuan)

Image of starting location:
Sekinchan Ultra

Race Categories

Distance Category Start Time Finishing Time Cut Off Hour
100KM Men Open
39 years old and below
5:00pm
28 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
17 Hour
100KM Men Senior
40 years old and above
5:00pm
28 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
17 Hour
100KM Women Open
39 years old and below
5:00pm
28 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
17 Hour
100KM Women Senior
40 years old and above
5:00pm
28 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
17 Hour
50KM Men Open
39 years old and below
1:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
9 Hour
50KM Men Senior
40 years old and above
1:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
9 Hour
50KM Women Open
39 years old and below
1:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
9 Hour
50KM Women Senior
40 years old and above
1:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
9 Hour
30KM Men Open
39 years old and below
5:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
5 Hour
30KM Men Senior
40 years old and above
5:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
5 Hour
30KM Women Open
39 years old and below
5:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
5 Hour
30KM Women Senior
40 years old and above
5:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
5 Hour
10KM Men Open
39 years old and below
7:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
3 Hour
10KM Men Senior
40 years old and above
7:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
3 Hour
10KM Women Open
39 years old and below
7:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
3 Hour
10KM Women Senior
40 years old and above
7:00am
29 November 2019
10:00am
29 November 2019
3 Hour

* Trophy recognition for Top 10 runners for the categories

Race Fee

Categories Early Bird Fee
till 31 Jul 2020
Normal Fee
01 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2020
Late Fee Fee
01 Sept 2020 - 30 Sept 2020
100KM RM290 RM340 RM390
50KM RM190 RM240 RM290
30KM RM110 RM130 RM150
10KM RM70 RM90 RM100

** For Group Registration of 10pax and above for Sekinchan Ultra 2020, you are entitled to a 10% rebate of the total registration fees . If there is an error during your registration , kindly contact organizers via our email address: myultrarunning@gmail.com

Race registration terms & condition updated version.

The Organizer has the rightful responsibility to decide and communicate to all Hoka One One Sekinchan Ultra 2020 participants on the following matters, in due of the nation’s movement control and pandemic’s situation:

  1. Race postponed to a later new date , or
  2. Refund option , or
  3. Auto race entry slot transfer to the new race date , which is decided and set by the organizer.

Runner's Entitlement

Entitlement 100KM 50KM 30KM 10KM
Bib YES YES YES YES
Timing Chip YES YES YES YES
E-Certificate YES YES YES YES
Event Tee YES YES YES YES
Finisher Tee YES YES YES -
Finisher Medal YES YES YES YES
Food and Refreshment YES YES YES YES
Event Day Insurance Coverage YES YES YES YES

* Trophy recognition for Top 10 runners for the categories

Mandatory Gears

For 100KM And 50KM

  1. Hydration bag/belt/bottle with min 500ml capacity
  2. Headlamp / Handheld torch
  3. Reflective vest
  4. Mobile phone
  5. All runners must carry all mandatory gears at all times. The organizers and volunteers have the right to perform random gear checks on any participants at any point of the race. Should a runner be found without the possession of a mandatory gear, he/she will not be allowed to continue on the course until a suitable replacement gear is found.​​

For 30KM

  1. Hydration bag/belt/bottle with min 500ml capacity
  2. Headlamp / Handheld torch

Recommended Gears

  1. Sports gels and nutrition, electrolyte tablets, salt sticks
  2. Medical kit (adhesive bandage, scissors)
  3. Deep cold spray or gel
  4. Sun block
  5. Sun cap
  6. Rain coat/jacket
  7. Emergency blanket
  8. Blinker

Race Kit Collection

Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: S.R.J.K (C) Yoke Kuan, Sekinchan , Selangor

Documents Needed: Race confirmation slip or personal identification (IC/Passport)

How To Get There?

If you're using WAZE or Google Maps, search for: S.J.K Yoke Kuan / S.J.K Yoke Kuan (next to S.M.J.K Yoke Kuan)
Coordinate: 3°30'36.4"N 101°06'14.6"E


Race Participant/Qualification

The race is open to all men and women of all nationalities aged 18 years and above on race day.

Runners DO NOT need to complete any road race prior to joining this event. However, the organizers would like to caution all participants that a ultra marathon is not easy, and recommends that you should have completed some long distance road races in order to be well prepared for this event.

Race Route GPX

Coming Soon

Race Route & Water Station

100KM (50KM X 2) (Total Elevation Gain 104m+)

100KM Race Route
100KM Elevation

50KM (Total Elevation Gain 50m+)

50KM Race Route
50KM Elevation

30KM (Total Elevation Gain 29m+)

30KM Race Route
30KM Elevation

10KM (Total Elevation Gain 7m+)

10KM Race Route
10KM Elevation

Tee Size Chart

Tee Size Chart

Baggage Bag

Baggage service available at the race site during the race day 30 November - 1 December 2019 for all category.

Drop Bag Service

100KM:
Take note that you will check into CP6 after complete of 50km at the starting point. During the entire course of the race, do plan your extra back up gears in your drop bag accordingly. ​

100KM:
CP6 - SRJK Yoke Kian (50km) and proceed with 2nd loop of 50km and total of 100km

Rules & Regulations

The rules and regulations of the event is designed to safeguard the safety of all runners, volunteers and organizers as well as to ensure the event runs as smoothly as possible during and after the race day with minimal disruptions. It is the runners’ responsibilities to read and understand the set of rules listed below. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in the disqualification of the runner.

  • Cut-off times: All decisions by race officials are final and non-negotiable.
  • No short-cutting: All runners must follow the path along the race course without taking any shortcuts (unless instructed by the volunteers). Any runners caught violating this rule by taking a shortcut or hopping on a vehicle will be DISQUALIFIED (DQ).
  • Do not litter: Kindly carry your trash and dispose them at the bins provided at each waterstation.
  • Road use and crossing: There will be no road closure for this race. There will be vehicles using the same road as you during the race. Please be courteous to the other vehicles and let them pass through before continuing your journey. Always run on the shoulder on the road and BECAREFUL of fast approaching vehicles. You are responsible for your own safe-being on the race course.
  • Instructions from volunteers: At certain points of the race, volunteers may redirect you from the race course for safety purposes. Always follow the instructions of the volunteers to avoid untoward incidence.

OFFENCE PENALTY

  • Running without a bib or bib registered to another runner. Disqualified (DQ)
  • Short cutting / Did not pass the checkpoint. Disqualified (DQ)

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE DURING THE RACE

  • In order to ensure race safety, race headquarters will prepare and arrange for rescue and medical assistance during the race.
  • Doctors and rescue staff have the authority to stop a racer from continuing the race. This will be done by taking off the racer's bib.
  • Depending on your condition, an emergency evacuation may be required. This evacuation will be at the expense of the person being rescued. For overseas racers, it is strongly recommended that you obtain adequate travel insurance coverage​.

RUNNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

  • You understand the unique nature and requirements of competing in an long distance running race. You will be running and have undertaken the necessary training to compete in such a race.
  • You will be responsible for yourself and have the ability to deal with any problems that may be encountered during the race.
  • You are able to deal with, on your own without assistance, deteriorating weather conditions (raining, strong winds) and other troubles expected when traveling across road.
  • You are able to deal with extreme fatigue, internal organ and digestive problems, muscle pain, mild physical injuries and psychological problems on your own.
  • You are fully aware that when participating in an outdoor activity such as this race, your safety depends on your own skills and abilities.

​ADDITIONAL INFO

  • Race bib must be worn and visible in front of runner at all times.
  • We do not condone and allow unofficial bib exchange or selling. All winner will be verified with the original IC or passport.
  • Lack of respect for others (organisation or runners) Note : a participant whose supporters are uncivil and/or refuse to respect the organisation's instructions will be penalised. (Disqualify).
  • Race directors reserves the right to cancel the race in the event of natural disasters or extreme weather, including (not limited to) haze, thunderstorm, landslide,flood.

Organizer

Organizer Name: Malaysia Ultra Running
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/myultrarunning/
Email: myultrarunning@gmail.com