Articles Discovery on the cycling road Mr Old Man MONKEY MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE 2025: TIME TO FLY! By Mr Old Man Posted on May 31, 2025 4 min read 0 0 45 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on Reddit Share on Pinterest Share on Linkedin Share on Tumblr Two passionate and vibrant riders, Trần Mai and Hương Hana, have become the dream team in this year’s Monkey Mountain Challenge 2025. Each sets her own personal goal, but both share one thing in common: the fierce will to conquer themselves. Trần Mai has taken on a mountain-sized mission: to become the cyclist who climbs Monkey Mountain the most in 2025, with a cumulative elevation gain of at least 220,000 meters — that’s over 400 climbs. Meanwhile, Hương Hana isn’t chasing a number. She rides simply for the love of it — and to stand by her best friend’s side. Still, her current tally of climbs has already made many riders look on in awe (and maybe a little envy). By the end of May, Trần Mai had already cycled over 5,200 km and racked up 105,000 meters in elevation. If she keeps this pace, smashing the 400-climb mark is totally within reach — far beyond the impressive 300 climbs that Nga Nguyen achieved in Monkey Mountain Challenge 2024. As for Hương Hana, she may not have set a massive goal, but she rides with purpose: to share the journey, cheer her friend on, and enjoy every climb with joy in her heart. THE SPIRIT IS SPREADING What’s more exciting? The Monkey Mountain madness is catching on. These days, it’s not just Trần Mai and Hương Hana grinding up the slope — more and more riders, young and old, male and female, are joining in, turning Khỉ Già into a buzzing community of two-wheeled dreamers. 7 MONTHS TO GO Monkey Mountain Challenge 2025 still has seven months to go. This isn’t just about muscle — it’s about grit, consistency, and a stubborn heart. So hit that LIKE, drop a comment, and show some love to these amazing riders as they push for the record books — one climb at a time. Side Note: Monkey Mountain Peak (a.k.a. Đỉnh Khỉ Già) is one of the highest points on the Sơn Trà Peninsula, standing 549 meters above sea level. The climb stretches 5.65 km with an average gradient of 9.4% — a true beast, especially for newbies or those not used to mountain riding. Climbing Khỉ Già during the cold, wet months? Oh yes — that’s when the mountain really tests you. Cold rain, burning legs, and fogged-up glasses — but also the thrill of every summit and the sweet addiction that keeps us coming back for more. ————– Mr. Old Man, 31.5.2025