Asia’s fast striders to go head-to-head at the Mall Bangkae

It is time for young riders to apply for “The Mall Lifestore Presents Strider Cup Asian Championship 2025”, which will be held on April 26 and 27 at MCC Hall, 3rd floor of The Mall Lifestore Bangkae, Phetkasem Road, with applications open until Friday.

In partnership with BKK Strider, this annual event is Asia’s premier balance bike competition to determine the top strider riders and award scholarship prizes and trophies. It also houses the largest indoor balance bike racing track in Thailand, consisting of a world-class platform to let kids ranging from ages 2–7 practice their skills.

Balance bike racing has been widely popular around the world. The next event will focus on developing children’s athletic abilities, balance and body control through balance bike riding. Besides honing their physical and concentration skills, young contestants will also learn valuable lessons about the rules of competition, etiquette and sportsmanship.

The competition proper takes place in 13 age-based categories as well as the special category 12″ The Best Rider of Asia; 12″ Racing (two to four); 14X Balance Bike (three to seven); 12″ Enjoy (two to three); 12″ Team Relay (three to four); and 14X Team Relay (five to seven).

In addition to exhilarating races, the two-day event will also boast a specific Adventure Zone, where kids can perfect their skills ahead of racing and even test out balance bikes for the very first time. Visitors could also visit exclusive booths with special discounts on sporting goods and equipment.

Registrations can be done through bit. ly/StriderCupAsianChampionship2025 no later than Friday. The fee is 1,200 baht. 200 baht discount for M Junior Club members, redeemable in the M Card application.