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Year: 2023

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Pai Canyon Trail Loop (Mae Hong Son)

Distance: 6 kilometers Elevation: 150m Difficulty: Easy What to expect on this trail? This trail loop at Pai Canyon is a short, but extremely scenic…

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​Scouted, tested, and ready! ​Last weekend, we to ​Scouted, tested, and ready! ​Last weekend, we took to the mountains on converted scooters to check the trails. One broken chain and a lot of bushwhacking later, we ended up discovering a brand new trail section for Day 1 with more single tracks, more remote villages, and more epic views! ​All the other basics remain unchanged: top-notch local coffee, warm hospitality, and fresh mountain food await us. And with the logistics locked an ready, now we just need you. ​Registrations close 18 October, link in the bio to secure your spot! ​Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks for more info and a few surprises! PS: big thanks to @sohcoffee.th & @josadofarm To keep us caffeinated over the weekend 😉 #runningholiday #runningweekend #cnxtrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #trailsandtribes
With some big races in town this weekend, we ended With some big races in town this weekend, we ended up with a small but determined group of runners for our group run. Luckily the trails didn't disappoint with fun running and crisp clear skies after last night's showers. Nice job everyone! 💪 #cnxtrailrunning #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #weekendrunning #cnxtrailtribe
​This Saturday, we're heading to a lesser-known si ​This Saturday, we're heading to a lesser-known side of the mountain: the Doi Suthep Southern Loop. ​Expect a nice mix of terrain, passing through scenic farmland, fun single-track, and runnable sections with open views. This is an intermediate-level run (not suitable for beginners this time). We’ll keep a steady, social pace, but a solid running foundation and good endurance are required. ​⏰ Saturday, Sep 26th | 05:45 AM Meet | 06:00 AM Start 📍 Meeting Point: Flora Creek, Hang Dong 📈 17km, 620m elevation gain/loss ​Disclaimer: Like always, this event is completely free and informal. You are entirely responsible for your own safety, navigation, and hydration. Check the Linktree in the bio for ways to support this initiative. Leave a comment if you're joining! 👇 #grouprun #cnxtrailtribe #weekendrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
​Great turnout for our loop starting and ending at ​Great turnout for our loop starting and ending at Extraction Coffee this morning! ​We warmed up the legs on the road before hitting the dirt for some fun trails, and capped it all off with some well-deserved coffee. Grear effort by everyone who showed up today. Well done! 🙌 🇦🇺 🇧🇪 🇧🇷 🇨🇴 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇩🇪 🇰🇷 🇲🇲 🇳🇿 🇹🇭 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 #grouprun #cnxtrailtribe #weekendrun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #cnxtrailrunning
This Sunday we're heading to Doi Kham for a fun ro This Sunday we're heading to Doi Kham for a fun route that combines some rolling road with exciting (and sometimes technical) single track running. The distance is not too long, and it's a social run, so anyone who is comfortable with the format is welcome to join. ​📍 The Details ​When: Sunday, Sep 20th ​Meet Up: 6:45 AM ​Kick-off: 7:00 AM sharp Start/End Point: The Extraction Coffee at the foot of Doi Kham (Royal Flora พืชสวนโลก) ​The Reward: Post-run caffeine and chats at the cafe! ☕️ (optional) ​🗺️ The Route ​Distance: Approx. 9km ​Terrain: A mix of pavement and technical single-track. ​Pace: Social and inclusive, no one gets left behind. ​This is an informal, free community gathering it's not a commercial race or a guided tour. ​Disclaimer: By joining this run, you acknowledge that trail running has inherent risks and you accept full responsibility for your own safety, navigation, and well-being. Please come prepared with appropriate shoes and hydration! Like always, if you want to support this initiative, consider following/reposting on social media, or check the Linktree in the bio. #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmaitrailtribe #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Great turnout this morning at the Grand Canyon, di Great turnout this morning at the Grand Canyon, dispite last night's heavy rain and thunder storms. A great time with a diverse group different nationalities out on the dirt, including our four-legged teammate 🇧🇪 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇰🇷 🇲🇲 🇳🇿 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇿🇦 🐕 (not sure if I got all those right 🤔) ​Another epic weekend run in the books! 💚 #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #weekendrun #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Who's hitting the trails with us this weekend? 🏃🏻‍ Who's hitting the trails with us this weekend? 🏃🏻‍♂️ ⛰️ We're heading out to the rolling backcountry around Grand Canyon Water Park dor a nice 15k loop. Not a stroll, but also not a race. Check the link in the bio for more details and see you om Saturday ✌️ #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Time for another social run! This Sunday we're hea Time for another social run! This Sunday we're heading back to the beautiful trails around the White Pagoda. The trails are varied and fun, making them suitable for less experienced trail runners too. So if you’re just getting started or a road runner looking to test out the dirt for the first time, this one is for you. It will be an easy effort (but still an effort! 😉) group run—no runner left behind! Stick around after the loop for an optional post-run coffee and chat. The Details: Date: Sunday, Aug 30th Location: Wat Baan Pong (Downstairs) Time: Meet 06:45 AM | Start 07:00 AM Stats: 7.5KM (+/- 300M) Grab your trail shoes (or road shoes with good grip) and start your Sunday morning with the Trail Tribe. Link in bio for more info!
Where were you last weekend? We were out on the tr Where were you last weekend? We were out on the trails racking up some good elevation. From Fernpresso up Last Man Standing and down First Man Standing, making for a great uphill and downhill workout. Great work everyone 👏 💪👍 #cnxtrailrunning #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #weekendrunning
EVERYTHING you need to know about Trails & Tribes: EVERYTHING you need to know about Trails & Tribes: The Coffee Edition — in one place. 🏔️☕ 📅 November 7–8 · 📍 16 spots · 💰 7,999 THB, all-in ⸻ THE RUNNING Deep into the hills from Phrao district, Chiang Mai. Real mountain trail, ~25km/day, solid elevation. Not a race — if you've comfortably finished a half marathon trail distance, you'll be fine. Support vehicle on standby if you need it, team connected by radio throughout. THE COFFEE & CULTURE Each day ends at a homestay in an Akha hill tribe village. This area grows and processes its own coffee — hands-on with a local farmer, picking to roasting to your own cup. Real, unpolished, unforgettable. THE FOOD Simple, local, 100% seasonal — supporting the village as much as the trail does. Dietary restrictions always accommodated. WHAT'S INCLUDED 🚐 Round-trip A/C van · 🍽 4 meals + trail snacks & water 🧭 Licensed guide + running leader(s) · 🏡 Homestay + luggage transfer ☕ Coffee. Lots of it. Link in bio for the full story, past runner reviews, and booking. 👆 #runningholiday #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #adventurerunning
​Ready for a proper elevation session? Join us thi ​Ready for a proper elevation session? Join us this Saturday for a focused workout loop. ​This isn’t a social jog; it's a structured workout. While everyone is welcome, please note that all runners are expected to navigate the route independently and be confident on technical trails. Unlike our social runs, we will not be waiting for everyone or sweeping the course. You are responsible for your own safety. Know your limits! ​The Plan 🗺 ​Start: Easy group road warmup from Fernpresso. ​The Climb: A long, steady, hard effort up Last Man Standing Trail to Bhubing Palace. Put in the work! ​Pitstop: A short break at the top for coffee and a refuel. ​The Descent: A consistent, relaxed (but not slow) downhill push. ​Finish: A final road cooldown back to the starting point ​Let’s hit some elevation! 📈 ​🗓 Saturday, Aug 15th 📍 Fernpresso at Lake ⏰ Meet 5:45 AM | Start 6:00 AM 📏 20.5KM (+/- 1125m) Details in the Linktree in the bio. ​See you on the line!
No reel about last weekend's runs, but that doesn' No reel about last weekend's runs, but that doesn't mean they didn't happen! 😉 #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #weekendrunning
The first spots for Trails & Tribes: The Coffee Ed The first spots for Trails & Tribes: The Coffee Edition are already taken. 🏔️☕ Here's why people keep coming back to this one — swipe through to hear it straight from the people who've actually done it. Only 16 spots total. November 7–8. Booking link in the bio! #trailsandtribes #runningadventures #thailandtrailrunning #cnxtrailrunning
Join us on Sunday for a fun trail loop starting an Join us on Sunday for a fun trail loop starting and ending at the CMU Agricultural Center! We'll cover quite a lot of elevation, and the trail includes technical single track, but we will take it easy. The focus will be on time on feet rather than speed, and we won't leave anyone behind. To make sure we beat the heat (and be back on time for to join @cognitive_fitness_coach's Mindful Jog), the departure is at 06.00am from Fernpresso at Lake. The route will be around 8km with over 400m of elevation gain. While this is challenging, power hiking up is definitely acceptable. If you are able to comfortably run the distance we are doing on the flat, you'll be totally fine! Like always, this event is completely free and informal, which means you are responsible for yourself. All info in the Linktree in the bio 🔗 See you on Sunday! #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmairunning #chiangmaitrailtribe
✅️ Bookings are open! 📅 Trails & Tribes: The Coff ✅️ Bookings are open! 📅 Trails & Tribes: The Coffee Edition — November 7–8. Two days deep in Northern Thailand's coffee-growing mountains, real trail running, a hands-on bean-to-cup experience with local farmers, and a night in a remote Akha village. 📌 16 spots. Full itinerary, what's included, and booking via the Linktree in the bio! #runningholiday #trailrunning #trailadventure
Another fun trail run in the books, Doi Kham never Another fun trail run in the books, Doi Kham never disappoints with it's fun single track and fast double track sections. And especially when it's with a great bunch of people. It was again a very international one, if I got it correctly: 🇧🇪 🇩🇪 🇳🇱 🇹🇭 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇳🇿 🇧🇷 🇭🇰 🇲🇲 🇺🇲 🇮🇱 🇰🇷 #cnxtrailrunning #chiangmaitrailtribe #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Everything you need to know about The Coffee Editi Everything you need to know about The Coffee Edition — dates, distance, what's included, and why the coffee workshop is the real heart of this trip. 📅 November 7–8 · 📍 16 spots · 💰 7,999 THB, all-in Bookings open tomorrow, August 1st. 🏔️☕ #cnxtrailtribe #runningweekend #trailsandtribes #runningadventures
This Saturday we are heading to familiar terrain a This Saturday we are heading to familiar terrain again: good old Doi Kham. It's a nice 9km loop with a lot of variation that will please both new and experienced runners. You are of course welcome to do more than one loop if you are looking to challenge yourself. Start at 06.30am at the bottom of the stairs to Wat Prathat Doi Kham. At 9km with about 300m of elevation gain, the Doi Kham Loop is a very accessible route. There are even some fool-proof options to shorten the route even more. It is a great route for everyone, from beginners to more advanced runners, with a lot of variation along the way. Stair climbs,steep single track climbs, rolling ridge sections, technical descents, and fast double-track dirt road, it's all there! Like always, this event is completely free and informal, which means you are responsible for yourself. If you want to support this initiative, follow and like our socials, or buy a coffee via the link in the bio 😉
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⛰️ ☕ Trails & Tribes is coming back — The Coffee E ⛰️ ☕ Trails & Tribes is coming back — The Coffee Edition. ​This isn't a running event or a race. It's a two-day adventure deep in the mountains of Northern Thailand, running remote trails most people never find, combined with bean-to-cup coffee experiences right where some of the region's best beans are grown, and eating real food from the hills. ​After two unforgettable editions during covid times, we're bringing it back! ​ 📍 16 spots only ⏰ Bookings open August 1st ​This week, we'll show you why it's unlike anything else. Interested? Drop a ☕ in the comments if you want us to get all the details before the launch. #runningholiday #cnxtrailrunning #trailsandtribes #runningadventures
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