TATA Ultra Marathon ( IAU Bronze Label :2018_779_50K_B)

Organiser's Note

"RUNNING IS AN EXERCISE OF PATIENCE AND PERSEVERANCE. WHEN LIFE IS HARD ON THE TRAIL, I RELY ON THE LESSONS I’VE LEARNED ON THE TRAIL" 

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PRIZES ULTRA MARATHON

MANDATORY KIT

RACE KIT & BIB DISTRIBUTION

FIRST AID SUPPORT

Rules / Event Conditions

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Only those above 18 years of age on the race day are allowed to compete.
• Runner who had completed Half Marathon under 2hours 30 mins will be allowed to compete in 35KM race and runners must have completed full marathon under 5 hour 30 mins to be eligible to compete in 50KM Ultra Run.
• Every runner must submit recent medical check-up certificate issued by registered Doctor.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

• You understand the risks involved and requirements of competing in an ultra-long distance running race.
• You have gone through necessary training to compete in the race. Race will begin in the dark of early morning and will be operational until 8 hours from the stat time of 2:30am.
• You will be responsible for yourself and have the ability to deal with any problems that may be encountered during the race.
• You are able to deal with, on your own without assistance, deteriorating weather conditions (low temperatures, strong winds, and rain) and other troubles expected on route.
• You are able to deal with extreme fatigue, internal organ and digestive problems, muscle pain, mild physical injuries and psychological problems on your own.
• You fully understand that you are responsible for overcoming the above conditions 1 to 5 on your own and that it is not the responsibility of the race organiser.
• You are fully aware that when participating in an outdoor activity such as this race, your safety depends on your own skills and abilities.
• Video/television footage, photos, articles, race results, etc. may be used and/or shown in newspapers, television, magazines, internet, pamphlets, etc.
• You understand and agree that these rights belong to the race organizer and title sponsor and may be used for these purposes by them or entities authorized by them
• Changes to the route, cut-off times and cancellation of the race
• The organiser reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to make changes to the route and checkpoints/water station points or to the cut-off times.
• In the event of adverse weather conditions, the race may be postponed or delayed.

Image rights

Each participant expressly foregoes his/her image rights for the photos taken for the duration of the race and undertakes not to take any action against the organisers and sponsors.

Force Majeure

In the event of poor weather conditions and/or for safety reasons, the organisers reserve the right to suspend the race or modify the race course at the discretion of the race organiser.

Protest

Complaints, especially on the podium finishers, must be made in writing with sufficient proof and should be submitted to the race organiser before the awarding ceremony. Post-race feedbacks or complaints may be emailed to info@striders.in with sufficient proof. Any online or social media protest will not be entertained.

RULES OF PARTICIPATION

• Runners must complete the course on foot by their own power and ability within the stipulated time of 8 hours for 50KM and 6 hours for 35KM Run.
• Participant may be disqualified or penalized at any time during the race for the following reasons:
  • Taking shortcuts and/or running off the trails.
  • Not carrying the mandatory equipment.
  • Throwing garbage onto the course (this applies to both the race and his/her supporters).
  • Receiving outside support at other than the stipulated aid stations.
  • Running with people who are not officially registered in the race as racers.
  • Cheating (e.g. using other means of transportation, using substitute runners, and other unlawful actions).
  • Not abiding by the instructions given by official race staff including doctors, nurses, and emergency staff.
  • Continuing to run after the cut off times.
  • Doping and the use of prohibited drugs.
• Following activities are Not Allowed:
  • Use of Trekking poles
  • Pacers
  • Carrying other runners’ stuff or gear while the race is in progress
  • Outside support (except at designated areas)
  • Personal Support vehicle

BIB number should always be worn in front and should be visible on CHEST at all time during the race.

RUNNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

• Runners must understand the unique nature and requirements of competing in an ultra-long distance road race. He/she must have undertaken the necessary training to compete in such a race.
• Runners should be self-reliant and will be responsible for his/her own safety by having the ability and skills to self-diagnose and deal with any problems that may be encountered during a race of this nature.
• Runners must be able to take care of himself without any external assistance, under deteriorating weather conditions (e.g. rain, strong winds, hot, dry and humid weather,) and other unforeseen circumstances that may arise while the race is in progress.
• Runners must be able to deal with his/her extreme fatigue, digestive problems, muscle pain, mild physical injuries and other discomforts during the race.
• Runners who accept assistance and support from any person who is not an official race organiser may be disqualified.
• Runners should run on the official race course. In case a runner gets lost, he/she should go back to the proper course. In no case shall the distance outside the race course be considered valid.
• In the event of a runner assisting another runner who is in need of emergency aid, he/she must inform the nearest aid station or race organiser for medical assistance.
• Runners are responsible to ensure they pass all time checkpoint. List will be announced during the briefing and signage will be in place. Failure to do so would mean time penalty and/or disqualification.

DNF [ DID NOT FINISH ] PROCEDURES

• Runner who decides to pull out or discontinue voluntarily must proceed to the nearest checkpoint.
• Runner who fails to notify the organisers immediately, thereby setting in motion a search and rescue operation by the organiser’s rescue team will be liable to pay for the entire cost thereof.

REGISTER

I confirm that I have read the Eligibility Criteria, Terms and condition, Rules and Regulation, Runner’s Responsibilities and the DNF [did not finish] Procedures