Gokseong Seomjingang Train Village opens a racing challenge. Starting on the 25th, the ‘Racing Challenge’ will be held at Seomjin River Train Village in Gokseong-gun. The racing challenge is a one-person record race that involves riding a hand-operated, airplane-shaped rail bike along a set route. Participants will run approximately 300 meters of rail and challenge previously achieved records. Anyone of any age can participate, and if a new record is achieved, a souvenir worth 30,000 won will be provided.
Records are measured separately for men and women. The first record that challengers must break is set at 3 minutes and 9 seconds for men and 5 minutes and 28 seconds for women. This is a record set based on Train Village’s simulation. As new records are achieved by the challenger, it becomes more difficult to achieve new records, so it is advantageous to take on the challenge early in the challenge.
However, the new record is reset once a month to the Train Village simulation record (men’s record is 3 minutes and 9 seconds, women’s record is 5 minutes and 28 seconds). It is a device designed to allow more users to challenge records.
The challenge is operated at Little Train Rail, a paid facility within Seomjingang Train Village. Participants can purchase a Little Train rail bike ticket (KRW 2,000) and apply for the challenge on site.
Meanwhile, Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do announced on the 22nd that Gokseong-gun Bae Agricultural Cooperative Corporation won the gold prize (Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Award) in the production field at the Agricultural Good Practices (GAP) Certification Best Practice Contest.
GAP certification refers to the reasonable process of eliminating hazardous factors such as pesticides, heavy metals, or harmful organisms that may remain in the agricultural environment (soil, water) and agricultural products from production to post-harvest management and distribution stages in order to supply safe and hygienic agricultural products to consumers. It is a management system.
Gokseong-gun Pear Farming Association Corporation is a specialized agricultural production complex that exports 100% of the pears it ships. It maintains domestic GAP certification and global GAP certification and exports an average of 500 tons of high-quality pears per year to eight countries, including the United States. Overseas, GAP-certified agricultural products are highly regarded, and only pears that have passed the joint quarantine of Korean and American quarantine officers are exported from shipping yards certified as GAP management facilities in 2006, thereby gaining consumer trust in terms of quality and safety. Do it.
Recently, consumer awareness and trust in GAP certification have increased significantly in Korea, increasing the public value of certified agricultural products. The National Agricultural Products Quality Management Institute, which hosted this GAP Certification Best Practice Contest, plans to produce and promote a video to introduce and disseminate best practices.
A military official said, “As awareness of safe agricultural products increases, we hope that GAP certification will expand and the farmers’ hard work will be recognized accordingly.”
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How does the monthly reset of records influence participant motivation in competitive events like the Rail Bike Racing Challenge?
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Rail Bike Racing Expert
Time.news Editor: Good day, and welcome to our special feature on exciting new events happening around the globe. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Hyun-Joo Lee, an expert in recreational sports and event management. Dr. Lee, thank you for joining us!
Dr. Lee: Thank you for having me! It’s a pleasure to be here.
Time.news Editor: Let’s jump right in! Gokseong Seomjingang Train Village is hosting a unique racing challenge. Can you tell us what makes this event particularly special?
Dr. Lee: Absolutely! The Racing Challenge at Seomjingang Train Village is intriguing because it combines fun with personal achievement. Participants ride hand-operated, airplane-shaped rail bikes along a 300-meter track. The concept of racing against one’s own record encourages a personal challenge, making it accessible to people of all ages.
Time.news Editor: The idea of a one-person record race is fascinating. How do you think this format encourages participation?
Dr. Lee: By focusing on individual records, the event promotes a sense of personal achievement. Participants are not just competing against others; they’re primarily striving to improve their own times. This aspect makes it less intimidating for newcomers and family-friendly, allowing everyone to get involved without feeling overwhelmed by competition.
Time.news Editor: That’s a great point! I understand that the challenge has specific records for men and women—3 minutes and 9 seconds for men and 5 minutes and 28 seconds for women. How do you see this affecting the dynamics of the competition?
Dr. Lee: Having separate records adds a layer of fairness to the event. It levelizes the playing field and encourages both genders to strive for improvement. However, resetting records every month can create a dynamic environment where participants feel the need to continuously improve. It also maintains engagement over time, as new challengers will always have a threshold to beat.
Time.news Editor: Innovation seems to be key here, especially with the monthly record resets. How do you think this will impact the popularity of the Racing Challenge?
Dr. Lee: This feature enhances excitement and anticipation. Participants will be drawn to the challenge not only to break records but also to witness how others do. Each new record achieved will raise the bar, making the challenge more enticing and encouraging repeat participation.
Time.news Editor: It’s like a continually evolving sport! Besides the competitive aspect, what note can you share about the community impact of such events?
Dr. Lee: Events like this can significantly boost local economies by attracting visitors. Gokseong-gun, for instance, could see an influx of tourists who are eager to participate in the challenge and explore the beautiful Seomjingang area. Furthermore, community engagement in organizing such events fosters camaraderie and promotes local pride.
Time.news Editor: That sounds like a win-win situation! As we round off our discussion, do you have any advice for those considering participating in this challenge?
Dr. Lee: Definitely! Embrace the experience rather than focus solely on the outcome. Enjoy the process of riding the rail bike, and remember that improvement is a journey, not just a destination. Plus, who wouldn’t want to take home a souvenir for their efforts?
Time.news Editor: Wise words, Dr. Lee! Thank you for sharing your insights about this exciting event. We look forward to seeing how the Racing Challenge unfolds and encourages more individuals to join in the fun.
Dr. Lee: Thank you! I’m excited as well and can’t wait to see the enthusiastic participation!
Time.news Editor: And for our readers, stay tuned for more updates on unique events happening across the globe!