We have been quiet for a while hoping that we are able to obtain the necessary permits to get the Multi-Race 2021 going. Unfortunately, with less than a month to the scheduled date of the event, we have still not been granted an exemption for group gathering (Chapter 599G) for large-scale sports events. As a result, with great disappointment we have to announce there will be no Outward Bound Multi-Race this year, set to take place on 26th Sep (Sun).
Despite working closely with government departments and doing our best to find a way to safely hold our popular event, it has become clear that there were many factors that would make it impossible, including;
- The confirmation would only be available 14 days prior to the event date – this would leave insufficient time for racers to prepare and for us as organisers to confirm with volunteers and logistics
- All participants would be required to be fully vaccinated before the event. Given that one of our popular categories is “Parent and Child” this would make it impossible for a large section of our racers
- Participants would have to complete a COVID-19 test 48 hours prior to the event at their own expense.
- Each of our races demands over 100 staff and volunteers to ensure the safety of our participants and deliver a memorable event. Being unable to confirm whether we would be granted approval until so late means it is unfair on this important group of people who would not be able to plan accordingly.
We put a huge amount of effort into planning our events across many months and we have not taken this decision lightly. While we recognize that some events are able to work within the current guidelines, every event has different demands and timelines and with our event date only 3 weeks away, we are disappointed to have to cancel. Given the current uncertainties that remain about public events during the pandemic, we have not yet identified a replacement date. However, we will keep a close eye on government guidelines and future events so that we can find a suitable time. After so long away from sharing these race experiences together, we are all keen to get going again!
For teams deferred from the Multi-Race 2020 event, we will rollover your fees to the 2022 event or Adventure Race 2022 which is scheduled on 27 Mar (Sun). We will send out the details closer to the event.
In the meantime, look after yourself and we will be in touch if we have more news. Once again, many thanks for your support of this event and our work. Through fundraising events such as the Adventure Race and Multi-Race, we’ll be able to create opportunities for the young people to unlock their potential…so thank you indeed.
Let’s meet in 2022!
It is with great disappointment that we announce the cancellation of the Outward Bound Multi-Race 2020, set to take place on 20th Sep (Sun).
After extensive discussions with the Organising Committee & various government departments, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the event due to the rapid development of COVID-19 and its safety concerns. We’re aware that the latest Government guidelines indicate that social distancing will remain part of our lives for quite some time, this obviously impacts the form of Multi-Race which makes us no longer able to guarantee the event as fun as it could be. With public’s safety being our primary concern, it is just not viable to host an event of 250+ participants with the youngest ones being just 8 years old.
To cancel is not an easy decision and we realise this news will undoubtedly disappoint all those who look forward to the Race each year. We, unfortunately, have not rescheduled the Race for this calendar year, as no one can predict how long the virus will remain a threat.
For teams who have registered, we apologies for any inconvenience caused and will be in touch soon to advise the registration options.
Last, we would like to thank our fans, partners & volunteers for your trust and continued support. This is obviously a challenging time for everyone and there is a lot of uncertainty in the air. We hope everyone stays safe and healthy! See you next year!
Volunteers play an integral role in an endurance race. There are multiple jobs for which we require assistance such as distributing energy drinks, course marshals, games assistants, etc....Every year, the Multi Race is blessed to have many passionate supporters woke up early in the morning to give hands just to ensure the safety of our participants.
Our events simply could not happen without our volunteers!
When was the last time you put down your phone? Will you be able to navigate? We now challenge you to join our orienteering with friends, with just a map and a compass. Will you be able to locate yourself in the wood? Be it a ridge, a spur or in the middle of nowhere, find the markers and complete the tasks.
Getting a spot on the podium probably is not the main reason you choose to join the Multi-Race. Having said that, we are super grateful for the continued support of our amazing sponsors who offer many wonderful prizes and giveaway for our participants to take home.
Hong Kong has many spectacular landscapes🏜 and trails to surprise you - Hikers call Por Lo Shan the "Hong Kong Mini Grand Canyon⛰", Cape D'Aguilar as "Ends of the Earth🏞". When you are on training or the race next time, don't forget to look up and enjoy the incredible views the nature offers!
To participate in a race means more than just running a long distance. To meet friends, get fit, step out of your comfort zone, support a charity cause are some common ones. The Multi Race will honour your achievement of crossing the Finish Line with a nice meal🍽 facing the invincible sea view🏝
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Most people think that kids are less strong and fit. In fact, it's quite the opposite.💪🏼 In the last two years, it's often seen the child took lead to accompany their parents to go through the checkpoints💦, complete the mystery challenges, conquer the jetty jump before spinning to the finish line.🏁
The jetty bridge providing access for teams to run past the Finish Line was built by Mr. Graham Price with a troop of soldiers🦸♂️🦸♂️ back in 1979. It also serves as the perfect location for us to acknolwedge the support of our generous sponsors.
The Multi-Race demands not only the physical fitness💪 but also the mental strength🤯 of the participants. There is always a few tricky surprise tasks💥 thrown in along the way. Except for the wisdom of your teammates, it will also challenge your tacit understanding and cooperation.
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Early Bird Offer Until: 31 July 2020
Online Registration: www.fringebacker.com/en/event/outward-bound-multi-race-2020/
The jetty jump is Outward Bound’s signature challenge seen in every Multi Race events.😍🤟 It looks simple and easy but it is often the biggest challenge for many racers. The jetty jump around 6-8 m (depending on the tide) high😱 looks daunting to some people but almost everyone managed to get through with pride and smile on their faces.🤩
The Outward Bound Multi-Race is back this September.🎉Hurray!
Every year, our team works hard to come up with a new route and innovative games to ensure the race is fun and fascinating to do.😎🤟
We have selected 10 photos📸 from the previous events and hopefully we are able to pull out the best and most exciting moments you had with your teammates.
[Photo 1 - Kayaking🚣♀️🚣♂️]
There is no argument that September is still warm. By putting yourself and your teammate on a kayak you'll be able to enjoy a lovely race and benefit from the cooling breezes coming off the water. Kayaks come in two basic styles and sit-on-tops are commonly used in the Outward Bound races - completely open and most user-friendly and stable.
With most adventure races across the globe being suspended for a long period of time, do you still remember the nervous tension you had the night before the race, the frustration when you know your team has to solve an algebra game, and the excitement of seeing the sponsor flags flying on the jetty bridge before the finish line?
Check out the video of last year showcasing the fun atmosphere that the event offered.
Early Bird Offer Until: 31 July 2020
Online Registration: www.fringebacker.com/en/event/outward-bound-multi-race-2020/
Enquiries: 2554 6067, 2554 6080
Are you getting itchy feet after months of social distancing and staying indoors? Are you missing the challenge of adventurous race with your friend, family members or colleagues? The long-awaited Outward Bound Multi Race will be back on Sunday, 20 Sep 2020! This action-packed activity in Sai Kung promises to offer you and your partner a fun, challenging and rewarding event to unleash your team potential.
Apart from the usual 2 persons regular route (14.5 km), we have added a new category for teams of 4. Of course, parents and children can continue get outdoors and experience this signature and fun race in a shorter distance of 8km. Race disciplines include on and off trail running, kayaking, swimming, orienteering, plus a few mystery tasks.
Proceeds of Multi Race will be used to support young Hong Kong people who would otherwise not have the means or opportunity, to access challenging and adventurous Outward Bound courses. These courses help young people in developing their self-confidence, skills and positive attitudes, which in turn aids future success at school, work and for life.
Early-bird registration until : 31 July
Online Registration : https://www.fringebacker.com/en/event/outward-bound-multi-race-2020/
Salute to everyone who just did the Multi-Race yesterday!
The course was challenging along with the terrain, the heat and the humidity all added to the difficulty of the race. You should all be very proud of yourselves.
This year, we have highlighted some green tips on how to save the earth and hopefully, this could increase our awareness of environment protection.
As we wrap up the 2019 edition, we'd like to give a quick shout out to our sponsors for their support to the event! Thanks to Fujikon, Latitude Limited, Protrek 保捷行, Reecho.hk, Wishh Beauty, SuperPark Hong Kong, Swire Coca-Cola HK, Nature's Village 樂健坊, 美國太子行-香港 Prince of Peace - HK, Blue Girl Beer Hong Kong 藍妹啤酒, Seiko watch & Del Monte HK 地捫香港. We are also grateful for the help of the CORES 健衡物理治療及專項訓練中心 Centre of Rehabilitation & Exercising Specialist and our lovely volunteers and OB staff along the route that enabled you a safe and enjoyable morning.
We will be posting the photos taken by our volunteers Eddie, Matthew, Vincent and Sylvia here in the next few days. You may also click https://www.run-pic.com/EventAlbum.aspx?type=1&eventId=861 for the official race photos that are free for download with the courtesy of Run-Pic.
We hope you can feel the pride and happiness surrounding you and have lots of fond memories with your partner. Your participation allows us to keep our doors open for Hong Kong’s deserving applicants to benefit from our life-changing programme, helping them become confident and motivated individuals.
Look forward to seeing you again. Adventure Race 2020 which will be held on 23 Feb (Sun), stay-tuned😊
This morning, we have delivered 102 polyfoam plates and 197 box drink cartons to 迷失的寶藏: 發泡膠回收行動 Missing Link- Polyfoam Recycling Scheme for REAL recycling!
The items were collected from the mystery games yesterday which our participants had to separate the plastic film from the polyform so that the polyfoam could be recycled for further use.
Have we ever wondered how we can make the world a better place? There are many small ways we can make changes in our own life to make a difference. You can give a hand!
4 days to go~
More details 👉🏻: https://mr.outwardbound.org.hk
Online Registration 👉🏻: https://www.fringebacker.com/…/outward-bound-multi-race-20…/
The long-awaited Multi-Race parent-child category is coming back after two years. A similar structure of a typical adventure race, but a slightly shorter distance of 8km, the route combines trail running, kayaking, orienteering, swimming and mystery challenges!
Wanted to strengthen the bonds within your family? Run and experience challenges together! We welcome parents to bring your kids aged between 8-14 to this fun and meaningful event. It's a team of 2 event. Early bird registration is 31 July or before.
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More details: https://mr.outwardbound.org.hk
Online Registration : https://www.fringebacker.com/…/outward-bound-multi-race-20…/
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By enrolling for the Multi-Race to give yourself a chance to experience a challenging and fun adventure in the outdoors, you are actually creating opportunities for the needy youth to discover their abilities and to make the most of their potential.
Check out in the video the positive changes made to the course participants after attending a 5-day kayaking expedition.
You can help make an impact on our future generations!
Early-bird registration until : 31 July
More details: https://mr.outwardbound.org.hk
Online Registration : https://www.fringebacker.com/…/outward-bound-multi-race-20…/
Calling energetic and brave parents and your child.
Multi Race is a fun, challenging and interactive two-person race.
Apart from the 13km route, there is also a 8km route, specially designed for parent-child category with similar elements. We welcome parents to bring your kids to this fun and meaningful event that promotes greater family bonding.
Early-bird registration until : 31 July
More details: https://mr.outwardbound.org.hk
Online Registration : https://www.fringebacker.com/…/outward-bound-multi-race-20…/
Take yourself on an incredibly fun Multi-Race event whilst helping the disadvantages to unlock their potential by participating in an Outward Bound course! Registration is now on.
Early-bird registration until : 31 July
More details: https://mr.outwardbound.org.hk
Online Registration : https://www.fringebacker.com/en/event/outward-bound-multi-race-2019/
Can't wait to fill up your next trail running season? Why not mark the date of the coming Multi Race 2019 in your schedule which is confirmed on 29 Sep (Sun). Stay tuned. Registration details to follow!
Tomorrow is the last day to claim your early bird offer. The earlier you register, the earlier you can start practising with your partner. The internet is overflowing with information of trail running tips. Check out the details to get yourself prepared!
Trail Running Tips:
https://www.runnersworld.com/…/how-to-practice-hill-runnin…/
Online Registration: www.fringebacker.com/en/event/Outward-Bound-Multi-Race-2018/
Are you ready to test your limits while helping the disadvantaged to unlock their potential? Multi Race 2018 is now OPEN for registration!
Teams of 2 are required to tackle the 13km course, comprising on and off trail running, kayaking, swimming, orienteering, plus various unexpected challenges along the way. Following the success of its inaugural event, the long-awaited Parent and Child category is return with an 8km route option for the little ones between the age of 8-14.
Experience the breath-taking views of Sai Kung areas. Let your families and friends to cheer you on at the Finish Line. Form a team and join us!!!
Early-bird registration until : 31 July
Online registration: https://www.fringebacker.com/e...
Multi Race 2018 is confirmed on 30 Sep (Sun). Registration will open soon! Stay tuned for new updates and information!
Thanks for the 70 teams who join our make up race, which rescheduled on 19 November 2017.
It is our pleasure to have the continue support from our sponsors in this make up race. Without their generous support, the make up race couldn't be happened!
We are looking forward to see you again in next year!
ANS - Australian Nutrition and Sports, Aquarius 水動樂 (HK)
Blue Girl Beer Hong Kong 藍妹啤酒,Bonaqua HK, Del Monte Fresh Produce, ESCAPADE Sports, NaturSource, Protrek 保捷行, Reecho Shop 專業戶外旅遊裝備店, Sconza Chocolates HK, SEIKO 精工表, Swire Coca-Cola HK, Wishh Beauty, NaturSource, Latitude Limited, Fujikon Industrial Holdings Ltd
Dear Racers
We have made the very difficult decision to CANCEL tomorrow's race. As you can imagine this was a very hard decision as we know that everyone is looking forward to it and has been training hard. However, we cannot defeat the weather and with T3 being raised and T8 possible before tomorrow morning it is best to make the decision now. In addition, we have considered the following;
1. Given the conditions we had already cancelled all water sections of the route - this makes the race much less fun which is the ultimate aim!
2. Although it may only be T3 tomorrow and technically possible to run the race, given the position of the storm and the associated NE Monsoon there will likely be very heavy rain, thunderstorms and squalls. We would not start the race with a thunderstorm warning in force and therefore could bring racers to the start point only to stand in worsening conditions.
3. We have to consider the safety and welfare of the race marshals, first aiders, and others who are spending many hours out on the course, often in exposed conditions.
4. The HK Observatory expects conditions to deteriorate during the morning it would be unwise to start the race and have people out on the course in conditions that are getting worse.
5. The Multi Race is a fun event that aims to provide an introduction to adventure racing. Although many of our racers would be happy in the conditions. We want it to be fun for everyone - and we should always remember that!
We will be in touch early next week with further information. Thank you for your support and understanding - we have not taken this decision lightly and have put in all of the necessary hard to get the event ready..we don't want to cancel but it is definitely the only sensible decision.
Best regards Outward Bound Hong Kong Outward Bound Multi-Race
For all participating teams of the Mutli Race 2017, the briefing session tomorrow is the opportunity to learn more about the event and to hear first-hand news from the race coordinator. Please join us and don't miss the chance to ask any questions you may have!
Deadline of sign up is fast approaching!!! Don't forget to register before 31 Aug to play part of the event on 15 Oct, which promises to bring great fun with heaps of FANTASTIC PRIZES and freebies / drinks / energy food....
Online enrollment please click www.fringebacker.com/en/event/Outward-Bound-Multi-Race-2017/
The Multi Race 2017 is now open for registration!
It will take place over a 13km course and require teams of two. Starting and finishing in the Sai Kung areas, it will include the usual disciplines of trail running, orienteering, kayaking and swimming, etc. in a superb environment. This year a new category “Parent-Child” at a shorter course of 5km will be introduced with the aim to promote family bonding and to raise the interest towards sport in our younger ones.
Proceeds of the race will be used to support the needy groups to access our challenging training courses which help them in developing their self-confidence, skills and positive attitudes, which in turn aids future success at school, work and for life.
Please click here for online enrollment. Act now to enjoy a discount of $200 off your team registration fees!!!
