Got a break today from school duties, so headed down to Bedok Reservoir early this Sat morning. Tekko and acleong had organized a trail run to the newly discovered Tampines Mountain Bike Park. A group of about 10 SGRunners were already there at the monument entrance. After introductions (nice to meet you guys - Bee, M, studs, acleong, K20Z, Vortex, limwja, trailblazer, late starter, runstep) and photo-taking, we set off at a slow run (!) to Tampines Ave 9.
The terrain was soft, muddy and narrow in places (due to recent rain). The trails were well marked, but at times we seemed to be going in circles. But what a gorgeous view when we reached the top. The elevation is not very high (50m), but we could see Tampines, Pasir Ris and Bedok from there.
Interestingly, there was a table with two attached chairs up on one of the hills. Would be nice for picnic and a cup of coffee late in the evening. Estimated distance within MTB was 4 km. Highest elevation on barren hill is 50 m.
Glad for the slow pace through the park as I was a little sore from yesterday's 24 km LSD run and the 48 km ride the day before. Parted company with the group upon leaving the park, and headed for breakfast with the family.
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