2024台北101垂直馬拉松將於五月舉行！台北101垂直馬拉松(Taipei 101 Run Up)是一場以台北101大樓作為比賽場地的登高賽，91層樓、2046階、高度390公尺的獨特形式馬拉松，自2005年開辦以來就在國際馬拉松界享負盛名。本次賽事被國際登高協會（Towerrunning World Association）列為世界冠軍賽(World Championships 2024)，預計將吸引許多國際好手前來共襄盛舉。

The 2024 Taipei 101 Run Up is set to take place in May! Taipei 101 Run Up is a unique race held at Taipei 101, featuring a vertical run spanning 91 floors, 2046 steps, and a height of 390 meters. Since its inception in 2005, this event has garnered acclaim in the international  marathon community. This year’s competition has been designated as the World Championships 2024 by the Towerrunning World Association, expected to attract many international athletes to participate in the festivities.

2023年的賽事為自疫情封鎖後睽違三年再次舉辦，南亞SAYA贊助使用4個寶特瓶與16g回收布料製成的零浪費的異型斷面快乾纖維馬拉松賽衣，在兼顧綠色環保與穿著舒適的同時，讓跑者能夠盡情挑戰自我極限；今年因預期會有來自各地的好手一同參與，SAYA思考頂尖選手的需求，設計出使用全寶特瓶回收材質搭配特殊蜂巢組織織成的機能賽衣，協助跑者們更上一層樓！

The 2023 edition marked the return of the event after a hiatus of three years due to the pandemic. Sponsored by SAYA, a brand of Nan Ya Plastics, the marathon introduced a cutting-edge running vest made from 4 recycled plastic bottles and 16 grams of recycled fabric, promoting zero waste. This innovative design not only prioritized environmental sustainability but also ensured utmost comfort for the runners, allowing them to push their limits to the fullest. Anticipating the participation of elite athletes from around the world this year, SAYA has designed a new functional running vest using recycled materials from plastic bottles, complemented by a unique honeycomb-shaped structure, to help runners reach new heights with ease!

【蜂巢賽衣機能】

此次101垂直馬拉松賽衣採雙層布面織法織出特殊六角結構，賦予賽衣不黏身與吸水保溫的效果。

不黏身：蜂巢六角形邊框突出部分於內面，能有效減少布料在人體排汗後，潮濕衣物直接貼身所造成的不適感。

吸水保溫：吸水原理為將纖維織成有兩層結構的布面，透過內層將汗水傳導至吸水力強的外層(防止水分回流)進行蒸發，形成吸濕排汗的作用。此外，賽衣的蜂巢狀邊框於內面突起不僅可以實現不黏身的效果，同時也能降低水分蒸發時與皮膚接觸的面積，進而減少蒸發所帶走的體溫。

【Functional Features of Honeycomb Running Vest】

The running vest for the upcoming Taipei 101 Run Up utilizes a double-layer fabric weaving technique to create a unique hexagonal structure, providing the shirt with non-cling and moisture-wicking & insulation effects.

Non-cling: The protruding parts of the hexagonal frame are located on the inner surface, effectively reducing discomfort caused by fabric sticking to the body after sweating.

Moisture-wicking & insulation: The principle of moisture-wicking & insulation is associated with the double-layer structured fabric. The inner layer channels sweat to the outer layer with robust moisture-absorbing capacity (preventing water backflow) for evaporation, achieving the effect of moisture-wicking. Additionally, the honeycomb-shaped edges of the shirt, protruding on the inner surface, not only prevent the shirt from clinging to the body but also reduce the contact area with the skin during moisture evaporation, thereby minimizing the loss of body temperature caused by evaporation.

【每公斤紗線減碳1.73公斤】

此次賽衣採用「SAYA 365」100%聚酯(PET)回收紗線製成。

SAYA 以使用過的寶特瓶回收再製成高機能性纖維，本次賽衣使用之環保紗線相較原生紗線，每公斤可減少約1.73公斤的碳排放量。我們以環保材質得到相同機能的聚酯纖維，證明了回收材質在最終產品表現上是能與原生材質並駕齊驅的。

以可持續發展為宗旨，SAYA相信環境保護與產品機能是可以兼顧的，期待我們的堅持能夠創造更永續的未來！

【Reducing 1.73 Kilograms of Carbon Emissions per Kilogram of Yarn】

The running vest for this event is made from SAYA 100% recycled polyester (PET) yarn. SAYA utilizes recycled PET bottles to produce high-performance fibers. Compared to virgin yarn, the environmentally friendly yarn used in this running vest can reduce approximately 1.73 kilograms of carbon emissions per kilogram. We have proved that recycled products are just as good as virgin products by achieving the same functionality with environmentally friendly materials.

With a commitment to sustainability, SAYA believes that environmental protection and product functionality can go hand in hand. We hope that our dedication will contribute to creating a more sustainable future!