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Moka Trail 2020:
A much appreciated lighter version!
The Moka Trail has once
again kept all its promises! Despite a lighter 8th edition due to COVID-19, participants attended the event in numbers with 2,100 registered runners! This year’s new additions included permanent trail markers and running for charity.
Health precautions, adrenaline and fun
This 8th edition of the Moka Trail on 3 October 2020 was a special one. As one of Moka Smart City's emblematic events, the organising team wanted to give everyone the opportunity to take part in the competition. A lighter version was therefore designed to reconnect with the primary value of trail running: authenticity. This activity originally emerged from the runners' desire to enjoy their sport in an unspoilt natural setting, in order to bask in the beauty of the landscapes and learn how to get around with little to no assistance in
an environment that's demanding for both body and mind.
It promotes human relationships based on simplicity, friendliness, sharing and respect for differences.
Apart from the trail runners, about a hundred Moka’mwad volunteers contributed to the success of the event, helping with the signing-off and refreshments, among others.
In addition to the catering services available for the participants and the public attending the event, there was a photo booth to allow everyone to leave with beautiful souvenirs from Moka Smart City. Finally, there was a face painting workshop to keep the kids busy.
48 MOKAZINE / NO.2 / 2020