Volunteers to man checkpoints are being sought by organisers of the Nine Dragons Race to be held from 16 to 18 February. The Nine Dragons was created by RaceBase, co-founded by the late Nic Tinworth who died of brain cancer a few years ago. Nic was a legendary ultra-runner and event organiser who is commemorated by the Tinworth Trail.
At the checkpoints during the race volunteers will serve runners drinks and food and ensure they get medical attention if needed. Volunteers are offered various benefits including a T-shirt or hoodie, cash to help with transport costs (selected races) and “a hug from the Race Directors.”
Legend has it that the Nine Dragons were named in 1278 after the eight hills of Kowloon and the boy emperor Bing during the Southern Sung Dynasty.
Nic Tinworth, co-founder of RaceBase
There will be several events over the weekend 16 to 18 February: 50/50 where runners will do the 50 Miler as well as a 50 km run; a 50 Miler starting at 11.59am on 16 February at Po Leung Kuk Jockey Club holiday camp near Yuen Long and finishing at Tai Po Tau; a 50 km run starting at Tai Po Tau playground at 7.30am on 18 February and finishing at Shing Fung studios.
RaceBase, the company co-founded by Nic Tinworth who died at 44 years of age, organises many trail-running events including Country of Origin, the Great Relay and the Nine Dragons.
For more information on participating as a runner or volunteer go to www.the9dragons.asia or or contact Nia Cooper at nia@racebase.asia
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