Anggriawan Sugianto

Okay, let's be honest. After running two 100-kilometer ultra-trail races in just five weeks, my body should have been officially on strike. Most people would be horizontal, maybe with a nice warm compress and a long, philosophical stare at their ceiling.

BTS Ultra: The most beautiful ultra-race I ever run

Yet, here I was, standing at the BTS Ultra start line. This was the third, and final, monster in my slightly mad, self-imposed trilogy. The mountain air was sharp and cold, but also buzzing with a strange, electric energy. I expected a full choir of aches and doubts to greet me, a symphony of 'what ifs' and 'why did I dos' louder than a rock concert.

But instead? Silence. A surprising calm hummed beneath my skin. There was no overwhelming tiredness from BDG Ultra or Trans Jeju, those two beasts I'd already wrestled. Three full weeks I’d poured into recovery, focused entirely on healing, on preparing for Bromo’s unique challenge. My Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro had quietly tracked every training session, every recovery nap (almost!), giving me solid, data-backed confidence. It paid off. My internal optimists, usually a quiet bunch, were actually winning the argument for once.

Even with a third 100K looming, a crazy big task for most, and frankly, a bit bonkers for anyone, stress felt like a distant rumor. This wasn't just another race dot on my calendar. It was the legend. This famous 100K race, winding through ancient volcanic areas and tough peaks, felt less like a course and more like a sacred landscape where volcanoes stand guard. Where the earth breathes old fire and wisdom.

Third ultra trail 100K in 8 weeks

This race, I truly believe, is the most beautiful ultra-trail race I have ever run. Its natural beauty just pulls you in. Huge peaks touching the sky, the fresh, cold mountain air that wakes you up, the deep quiet before dawn that feels like the world is holding its breath. 

The race started at midnight. It was like a silent river of lights flowing from Artotel Cabin Bromo into the huge, dark night. My usual easy pace settled into a steady, calm rhythm. A quiet chat with the trail itself. We reached B29, a part that's known for being narrow. It’s a slow, careful shuffle up a steep hill, a forced lesson in working together. After that, the path went towards Ranu Pane. This part was sometimes "annoying" with its sunken tracks from motorbikes. Each careful step was a dance to avoid twisting an ankle, but my ASICS Gel-Trabuco 13 shoes, bless their grippy soles, held firm.

B29 Climb at Night

Then, the reward: Ranu Kumbolo (km 25). Even if its famous beauty was hidden in morning fog, its full glory veiled, just being near that calm lake was amazing. It felt like walking into a painting, a quick, dreamy moment of peace before the trail turned, going back to Ranu Pane. It was a short, beautiful break, a quiet promise of what was beyond the clouds.

Sebagai seorang pegiat ultra-endurance sport, yang telah menyelesaikan 9x marathon sejak 2023 dan baru saja menyelesaikan 100K ultra trail di BDG Ultra dan Trans Jeju by UTMB, saya menyadari betul krusialnya peran teknologi pendukung. Selama empat tahun terakhir, smartwatch lama saya telah menjadi instrumen esensial. Namun, di tengah tuntutan ultra trail race yang makin intens, saya mulai mengidentifikasi beberapa pain points:

1. Daya Tahan Baterai: Kebutuhan untuk mengisi daya di setiap checkpoint menjadi sebuah additional burden yang tidak ideal.
2. Navigasi: Fungsionalitas breadcrumb yang terbatas seringkali kurang memadai untuk jalur ultra trail yang kompleks, berpotensi menyebabkan nyasar di tengah hutan.
3. Visibilitas Layar: Layar yang relatif redup saat lari siang di bawah terik matahari mempersulit pembacaan data.

Tiga pain points tersebut membawa saya untuk mengeksplorasi solusi yang lebih optimal, hingga akhirnya menemukan Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro. Smartwatch ini menarik perhatian saya karena menawarkan berbagai fitur flagship yang umumnya ditemukan pada segmen harga lebih tinggi. Artikel ini akan menganalisis secara objektif, apakah Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro benar-benar memberikan nilai lebih dibandingkan pesaing selevelnya, seperti Fenix 8 atau Apex 2 Pro, khususnya dari perspektif seorang ultra trail runner.

Baterai T-Rex 3 Pro masih 18% setelah dipakai ultra trail 100K, lanjut tidur dan recovery walk.

⚠️ DISCLOSURE: Unit Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro yang saya gunakan ini adalah dukungan dari Amazfit Indonesia untuk persiapan dan pengujian di ultra trail race 100K di TransJeju by UTMB 2025. Penting untuk ditekankan bahwa analisis ini bersifat 100% objektif, tidak berbayar, dan murni berdasarkan pengalaman pribadi saya di lapangan.

Spesifikasi Teknis Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro

Sebelum membahas user experience, mari kita telaah data spesifikasi Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro. Angka-angka ini menunjukkan bagaimana smartwatch ini serius menantang smartwatch flagship lain yang harganya bisa dua hingga tiga kali lipat:

• Harga: Rp 6.599.000 (Cek promonya di Shopee atau Tokopedia)
• Navigasi: Peta Offline
• GPS: Dual-Band GNSS (6 Satelit)
• Baterai (Mode GPS Akurat): Hingga 47 jam
• Layar: AMOLED 1.5 inchi (Sapphire)
• Flashlight: LED Bawaan
• Material Bezel: Titanium Grade 5

There's a funny thing about pushing your limits: the moment you cross a finish line, part of you vows "never again." But then, a stubborn whisper begins, a quiet pull towards the next impossible dream.

TransJeju by UTMB 2025

After BDG Ultra 100K, my body definitely screamed for a proper break. Five weeks went by, letting my muscles heal and my mind catch up to the wild idea of doing it all again. The sharp pain from that first race slowly softened into a familiar ache, almost like an old friend I hadn't truly said goodbye to. My brain was perfectly content dreaming of endless naps, and my legs, after their strong protests, were finally considering working again. I was a 100K finisher, a title I felt both proud of and a little confused by. Honestly, I thought more rest was next, not another super long run.

But then, Trans Jeju by UTMB started calling. This wasn't just "another" race to tick off my crazy list. This was personal. Korea. Ah, Korea. It's a country I deeply love, full of memories from my KAIST days in Seoul. Running here, after so long, felt like coming home, even if I'd never been to Jeju Island before.

Beyond my feelings for Korea, there was the dream. This would be my very first UTMB World Series event. If you know anything about trail running, you've probably heard of Chamonix and Mont Blanc. Running 100 miles there is my biggest dream, my ultimate goal. Trans Jeju was the important first step, exciting and a little scary, towards that dream. My tired legs, bless them, were already complaining about my big plans. But my heart was set.

Hello, Jeju!

The lessons from BDG Ultra were my best guide: how to pace myself, how important nutrition and hydration are, and how to keep my mind strong. These quiet truths I carried with me into this new adventure.

I arrived at Jeju Island on Thursday, giving me a crucial night of proper sleep. This was a true blessing, as Friday night (D-1) for a big race like this usually brings me a symphony of nerves and very little actual sleep. My friends, Ramsky and Fathan, joined me on Friday, their arrival adding an extra layer of excitement to the calm before the storm. They signed up for the 20K, their very first trail race! Seeing their excitement for their "first time" was a great boost for me, even though my "first time" was just five weeks ago, and this was way longer.

TransJeju with Ramsky & Fathan

Knowing my body was still recovering, I knew I needed the best gears. My trusty Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro was ready to track every step and important number. My ASICS Gel Trabuco 13 gave my tired feet the grip and soft landing they needed. I knew it would be a long night, so my reliable Nitecore UT27 Headlamp and power bank were packed – getting lost in the dark is never fun. And feeling good in my LICA custom jersey always helps, even if I was secretly still wondering what I'd gotten myself into.

Team Amazfit Indonesia

Arriving in Jeju, an island I'd always dreamed of seeing, felt like stepping into a beautiful picture. The air was fresh, the scenery amazing, and the UTMB event had a special energy.