This year Shapadu tried to go one up from last year, extending last year's 6k run to a 12k run and I think they've managed it VERY poorly. What the organizers failed to do were as follows:
1. The printed bib numbers ran out so instead mine was hand written.
2. The run did not start at 6.45 a.m as mentioned. Actually it started around 7.15 a.m.
3. They did not have sufficient traffic controllers along the route and especially at the roundabout intersection. (Good thing Shah Alam road users are patient and considerate compared to Bukit Jalil's during the Brooks HM)
4. There were no checkpoints to prove that runners have passed that section.
5. Insufficient water station. No water station up until the 8k mark.
6. Poor handling of refreshments for finishers. (I didn't get mine, not that I care though, they gave out mineral water and bread)
Regardless of the shortcomings, it still can not take away from the fact that it was a great day to run with my friends. Paan and I were joined by newcomers Farah and Aina. Thumbs up to them in completing the 6k run category. Good start guys!
With Paan, Aina and Farah after the run
