Global Competitors Excel on China’s Most Challenging Trails
Guangzhou, China, Nov. 14, 2025 — Kailas FUGA, a prominent trail running brand, celebrated significant victories by its elite female athletes and FUGA Mountain Club (FMC) members, showcasing stellar performances in the 105k at the 2025 Tsaigu Trail and the 100k Kailas FUGA Ultra-Tour Mount Siguniang (UTMS) in China. HAU Ha Thi of Vietnam secured first place in the 105k Tsaigu race with a time of 13:27:41, while Melinda PARFAIT from France claimed second in the 100k Siguniang event, finishing in 20:47:46. Kailas FUGA elite athlete Guiditta TURINI of Italy triumphed in the women’s 45K with a time of 06:47:12. Further wins for FUGA Mountain Club women at UTMS included Clementine EBEL (UK) winning the women’s 50k in 07:37:30 and Dasha GOREVA (Russia) taking the 35k title in 04:35:37.
Since its inception, Kailas FUGA’s trail series has been dedicated to cultivating its international roster of female athletes, encompassing both elite runners and FUGA Mountain Club members. Beyond athletic performance, the brand prioritizes an athlete’s potential to inspire others to engage in trail running. HAU Ha Thi articulated, “My goal is to foster a stronger community where women feel empowered not just to participate, but to lead, compete, and motivate others.” The availability of female-specific products also plays a crucial role. She added, “FUGA delivers lightweight, dependable gear designed for demanding terrains. Their products meet the specific requirements of female athletes, offering comfort, durability, and a focus on performance, which enables me to run with assurance.” Athletes like Kailas FUGA elite Sunmaya BUDHA from Nepal, who earned 2nd place in the 2025 Trail World Championships Long Trail, are also instrumental in redefining perceptions of women in trail running.
At UTMS, FUGA Mountain Club athlete Melinda PARFAIT acknowledged the challenging combination of rain, snow, mud, and high altitude as potential obstacles for women, stating, “This trail race was undeniably the toughest experience I’ve ever had. My body didn’t always respond as I wished, but I was proud to cross the finish line and represent FMC France in 2nd place. Finishing 10th overall, I emerge from this experience stronger, especially mentally!”
Clementine EBEL, Head of FUGA Mountain Club International, remarked, “FUGA Mountain Club runners are unique for their blend of ambition and community spirit. While we are immensely proud of their outstanding achievements, our core mission is to encourage new runners and more women to discover the profound beauty and joy of trail running. They are not only powerful runners but also passionate, thoughtful, and inspiring individuals.”
The year 2025 has been marked by significant victories for the FUGA Mountain Club, which now boasts over 400 members. In China, women constitute more than 45% of the total team, and the global team is striving to achieve similar representation in 2026.
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About Kailas FUGA
Leveraging two decades of expertise in mountain sports, KAILAS launched its trail running product line, FUGA, in 2016. Under the visionary leadership of Baggio Chengzhan ZHONG, FUGA has introduced groundbreaking design and technical innovations to the industry. Since its debut, FUGA has gained recognition for unparalleled grip, durability, and innovation among athletes and international award bodies such as ISPO. Through collaborations with professional runners, coaches, and event organizers like TORX, FUGA has significantly influenced the industry both within China and globally. As a truly international brand with athletes and retail presence across 35 territories, its vision for a brighter and bolder future is motivating the next generation and transforming the world of trail running.
Media Contact: Clementine Ebel – Marketing Manager (Europe) – pippaebel@kailas.com.cn
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