Valley Trail Challenge Run 2016 16/25/50K (Laguna)

Valley Trail Challenge Run 2016 will be on August 20, 2016 at Nature Avenue, NUVALI, Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Valley Trail Challenge Run 2016

August 20, 2016
Laguna

EVENT DISTANCES

16K, 25K, 50K

REGISTRATION FEE

16K – Php 950
25K – Php 1,500
50K – Php 2,000

Inclusive of Event shirt and Finisher Certificate, Post-race meal and drinks, one week supply of Pharmaton Multivitamins, a pocket calculator, goodies from Universal Robina Corporation and FrontRUNNER Magazine, plus a 20% discount on any Garmin watch purchase.

Assembly Time

• 50K – 1:00 AM
• 25K – 2:00 AM
• 16K – 4:00 AM

Gun Start and Cut Off Time:

• 16K – 5:00 AM, Cut-off time FOUR (4) hours
• 25K – 3:00 AM, Cut-off time SIX (6) hours
• 50K  – 2:00 AM, Cut-off time TEN (10) hours (Km 25 @ CP4/East Conservation Road Cutoff – 5:00:00 Hours and Km 37 @ CP 2/Miriam Cutoff – 7:30:00 Hours). Runners unable to meet this deadline will not be allowed to continue and will be brought back to the Start/Finish area.

REGISTRATION VENUE

On Site Registration:

• Multisport Hub, Ground Floor Space-1, Building F, Solenad 3, Nuvali Sta. Rosa, Laguna, telephone: (049) 258 0824
• Garmin, 3^rd Floor, Glorietta 5, Makati City
• Antel Platinum Tower, Ground Floor Lobby, 154 Valero Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City

Bank Deposit

• Bank of the Philippine Islands
• Account #: 2371 0034 71
• Account Name: HARDCORE PUBLISHING HOUSE, INC.
• Download Registration Form
• Print your name, shirt size, race category and contact number on the deposit slip together with your signed and duly-accomplished registration form and waiver.
• Scan or camera-capture and email to frvtc2016@gmail.com. Make sure to email before the deadline for registration and check that you receive an acknowledgement email within 24-48 hours to confirm your registration. Please do NOT post on Facebook.

Registration Period: July 11 – August 12, 2016.

ORGANIZER

frontRUNNER

Valley Trail Challenge Run 2016 Race Map

Please click map for larger view.

Reminders

• THIS IS A TRAIL RACE. Please note that in keeping with the true tradition of trail running, environmental protection and preservation, runners are encouraged to be self- sufficient. Runners must bring their own refillable bottles/cups.
• Littering will be strictly prohibited and is a ground for disqualification. Garbage bags will be available in all checkpoints.
• Checkpoints/refreshment stations will be located at Km 4 (Xavier Trailhead), Km 13.5 (Miriam), Km 19 (Gate 5) and Km 25 (East Conservation Road), where all runners are free to refill and eat. Take note that this is an out-and-back course, therefore runners will be passing the same aid stations, save for their respective turnaround points, twice.
• While refreshments will be available at the checkpoints, participants are highly advised to bring extra hydration and food supplies since the distance between stations are farther compared to the usual set-up in road races. It is recommended that runners carry a minimum of one liter of water at all times.
• Runners are strongly advised to wear appropriate trail running gear and MUST bring their own headlamp/flashlight, first-aid kit, windbreaker/waterproof jacket, whistle, and functional cell phone.
• The race route will be marked by ribbons and/or directional tarpaulins. Runners must exercise utmost caution in all sections of the race course and be aware of their surroundings at all times.
• No time credits will be given for runners who get lost, therefore all runners are encouraged to pay attention to race markers/signs.
• Runners who decide not to continue the race must contact the Race Director or inform the nearest security/aid station marshal for proper accounting.
• NO free shuttle service to and from NUVALI is provided.
• FREE parking is available at designated areas. While security will be provided, runners are solely responsible for securing their belongings. Race organizers and management will not be held liable for any damage or loss to personal items.
• Baggage deposit counters will be available at the Start/Finish area. Runners are advised not to leave valuables and fragile items.
• The Race Organizers reserve the right to use pictures and videos taken during the event for publication in any form of media without any consideration, monetary or otherwise. Owners of published photos/videos will be duly recognized.
• The Race Director/Organizers may, at any time, make revisions on the course and race details/rules for the benefit of all runners.
• Any runner caught cheating, sabotaging course markings or violating the race rules will be subject to outright disqualification. The Race Director’s decision is final.
• The event takes place, RAIN or SHINE, unless the organizers announce its cancellation at least 48 hours before race day.
• Enjoy the trails and prepare to get dirty!!!