Partners & Benefits
Victorinox
The headquarter of Victorinox is located in Switzerland. This is where the founder of the company Karl Elsener I set up his cutlery business since 1884 and, a few years later, designed the legendary «Original Swiss Army Knife». Meanwhile, the company produces not only the world-famous pocket knives, but also high-quality household and professional knives, watches, travel gear and fragrances.
Benefits: Finisher can pick up the finisher medal and engrave the finished time and name, to enjoy one time 15% off on the regular-priced items during the designated period.
d.BeFIT
Title Fitness Training Provider
d.BeFit was founded in 2012 by Katia Kucher an NASM certified personal trainer. Her philosophy and motivation behind d.BeFit is to promote healthy lifestyles.
Benefit: 15% discount on training sessions and sports nutrition consultations at d.BeFIT.
GONE RUNNING
Gone Running supports unique GreenRace running retreats and also supplies our runners with the highest quality nutrition & endurance fuel… and does it with reusable / recyclable bins!
Benefit: 10% off in-store purchases with race pack collection from GONE RUNNING. An extra 5% off if you climb the stairs instead of taking the lift – saving about 100g of CO2 emissions!
T8
Performance trail running gear designed by ultrarunners, and built ultralight and supercool for Hong Kong’s hot and humid conditions. Check out our Commando men’s chafe-free running underwear and our lightweight Sherpa Shorts with integrated waistband pockets to carry all your gear. #T8run
Joint Dynamics
Joint Dynamics is Hong Kong’s first multidisciplinary studio combining physiotherapy, manual therapy and personal training. We provide a bespoke approach to prevention and treatment of movement impairments and injury.
Benefit: We partner with Joint Dynamics for our weekly LRC training sessions. Joint Dynamics offers an exclusive 20% discount to those registered for selected GreenRace events, including Summits.
PYRAMID®PhD
Official Disinfectant Provider
PYRAMID® Hygiene PhD Disinfectant Spray is a safe and eco-friendly disinfectant to protect
our runners during the events. Its main ingredient, hypochlorous acid (HOCl), can kill 99.99%
of germs. The disinfectant does not come with any residue after use which can relieve the
burden to the environment. With a pH value at 5.0 to 6.5 which is similar to human skin, it is
suitable for all people, and even to babies and pets.
Benefit: check out the discount code in your racer kit to enjoy special discount for your
purchase.
TASTE OF VEG
Taste of Veg (TOV) is a community that engage vegetarian and health seekers with
comprehensive vegetarian and green lifestyle information and resources. It is found
by a visionary group of people who are dedicated to facilitating and promoting
healthy lifestyle and diet. This, in a way, helps saving the planet in the long run.
We possess an extensive network with vegetarians, product and service providers,
influencers and organizations. We support initiatives that encourage green living to
more people through various communication tools and events.
HONG KONG CLEANUP
Title Community & Environmental Partner
GreenRace community volunteers get dirty and sweaty while cleaning HK trails and coastlines… and feel great about it! Join the thousands of volunteers already supporting this green cause by registering a team for the HKCleanup Challenge!
Benefit: Come out and volunteer on our HK Cleanup community beach and trail cleans!
Hotel Icon
Hotel ICON is a very special hotel with an equally special purpose: Not only does it embody all the creative energy and spirit of Hong Kong, it’s a “learning environment” on which the aspirations of future hoteliers come to life as part of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and an extension of its School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM).
At Hotel ICON we care about the environment, the local culture and community, so preserving it comes naturally. The hotel is committed to doing everything possible to benefit the planet and the community through sustainable operations. From paperless check-in to offering 100% electric transportation with our electric bus, Tesla limousine and the BMW i3, it’s the little things at Hotel ICON that mean a lot when taken together.
The hotel is pleased to be one of the volunteers and sponsors for TheGreenRace Ultra, and is happy to giveaway our homemade energy bar and gluten free muffin to support this zero waste event.
LRC
Title Running Club Partner (Hong Kong Island)
In collaboration with LRC we’ve organised a Green Running Club! LRC is a historic landmark in Hong Kong, founded in 1883. We’re very grateful to work alongside this prestigious Club to bring to their members and guests, professional running coaching and training plans!
Benefit: Monthly sponsored gifts to LRC Run Club Members
Fields CO
Fields is one of the premier trail running race organisers in Japan. Fields proposes a healthy and vibrant lifestyle by offering a sports field that has been thoughtfully selected. The events are designed such that runners can appreciate the characteristics and beauty of each region.
Benefit: We have up to 10 free entries to Fields Co races in Japan.
Food Link
Community Partner
Together, Foodlink & GreenRace promote zero waste in Hong Kong by promoting the reduction of food waste and also helping those in need. Since 2001, Foodlink is a registered HK based charity committed to providing nutritious and healthy meals to needy people in Hong Kong, while simultaneously reducing wastage in the food service industry.
Benefit: Runner’s opt out funds go towards Foodlink who help to reduce food waste and feed those in need in Hong Kong.
Hoya Kerry Activewear
Make your running greener when you wear eco-friendly activewear, that made out of PET plastic bottle and reusable packaging. Their functional high-impact sport bras come with extra lining that can hold your breasts tighter and firmer without weighing you down, as well as reducing the bouncing during high levels of motion in sport. Perfect for trail run!
Benefit: GreenRace runners can use discount code "GreenRace" to redeem HKD$50 on their activewear while purchasing on their online shop. For every order they get, they will plant a tree with treenation and donate 20% to HK Women Breast Cancer Foundation.
Life Solutions
Official Water Provider
Life Solutions is our official water provider. With their state-of-the-art filtration systems, they can tap into virtually any water source to provide, clean, potable water. They provide a sustainable alternative to the carboys and bottles generally seen at races!
Benefit: Life Solutions provides the water at our annual Braemar Hill event for our runners.
Hong Lok Yuen Country Club
Title Race Venue Sponsor (New Territories)
We’re very fortunate to be partnered with one of Hong Kong’s finest country clubs, Hong Lok Yuen. Our premiere event, The GreenRace Ultra will start and finish at the Club. We have the privilege of utilising their fantastic facilities and bringing to our runners something very unique & unprecedented in Hong Kong!
Benefit: Start/finish for The GreenRace Ultra with showers, bar and restaurant for post-race gathering. Savings of up to 30% are available for GreenRace participants looking to become members of The Country Club at Hong Lok Yuen. Just provide you proof of registration to this GreenRace event.
Waterlinks
Waterlinks offers air and water filters as well as chemical free cleaners to keep your home clean and free of pollutants naturally. Water filters include whole hose, under-the-sink and countertop models as well as filter bottles for when you are on the go. Brands carried include WaterChef, Aquasana, AquaTru, GAYL, Soapnut Republic, AirRevival and LIFAair.
Benefit: All green race runners receive 10% discount by using the code “TGR10” upon checkout
Women In Sports Empowered Hong Kong (WISE HK)
Women In Sports Empowered (“WISE HK”) was founded with a mission to champion sports for women and girls in Hong Kong. We would love to witness the day when sports is as ingrained in our lives as academics, work and family is. We believe everyone can play sports and that there’s a sport out there for all of us.
Benefit: Collaborates with the GreenRace to promote and encourage participation of women in trailrunning events.