Cardimax Clark Ultramarathon 50/100K (Clark, Pampanga)

Cardimax- Clark Ultramarathon, the premiere ultrarunning event of the country, is set to kick off on September 8-9 at the Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.

Now on its fourth edition, the much awaited foot race challenges its runners to go beyond the distance and offers a challenging yet memorable race course.

Powered by Race Yaya, the event consists of two distances- the 100 Kilometer Championship and 50 Kilometer Challenge categories. Participants can also join a 4-men relay race for the 100K and a 2-men relay for the 50K.

A portion of the registration will go directly to Race Yaya’s Athelete Support fund which financially helps local athletes in representing the country in international trail and ultramarathon races.

Cardimax Clark Ultramarathon Registration Fees

100K Championship – PHP 3500

100K Relay (4-Man Team) –PHP 6000

50K Challenge- PHP 2500

50K Relay (2-Man Team)- PHP 3000

Raceyaya is also offering an early bird discount until June 30. Check their website for more details.

Cardimax Clark Ultramarathon Registration Details

Register online at -> https://register.raceyaya.com/

Race Kit Inclusions

All participants will receive the following:

• Race Bib
• Timing Bracelet
• Simple Hydration Discount Voucher
• Tailwind Discount Voucher
• 18-week Training Program and Training Sessions (pre-race)

All finishers for the 50K Challenge, 50K Relay and 100K Relay will get medal and finisher shirt. 100K championship finishers will get a trophy and finisher shirt.

Gun Start and Cutoff Time

100K Championship/ Relay- September 8, 6:00 pm – September 9, 12:00 pm (18 hours)

50K Challenge/ Relay- Septermber 9, 12:00 am- September 9, 10:00 am (10 hours)

Clark Ultramarathon Race Map

Event Details

Upon registration, participants are provided an 18-week recommended training program, with details of the activities and venues, to properly prepare for the race.  These activities are spearheaded by the organizing team, volunteer running teams and seasoned ultramarathoners.  Prior to this, runners should have passed the strict qualification requirements for the race.

• Group Training hosted by various running teams – weekends of June-August (More details to be announced)
• Race Briefing and Race Kit Claiming (August 2018)

RACE:The race starts at the Clark Parade Grounds between September 8^th and 9^th, 2018. The surrounding area of the Clark Museum will be transformed into a festive race venue to welcome ultramarathoners, volunteers, family and friends. Clark Development Corporation (CDC).

The route shall take the runners to the wide highway towards the Mabalacat gate and CMAR passing by El Kabayo as the halfway pount; the route will further take them towards SCTEX and back to Sacobia River.  The terrain shall present some steep climbs and downhills until the turn around point back to Sacobia Bridge. The last kilometers will be along Balagtas Avenue, aptly called “The Wall”.  The route is a mix of open and tree-lined roads.  It is expected to be chilly at night and scorching hot during day time.  A scenic view of the mountain ranges of Miyamit and Mount Arayat shall be a treat to the runners.

Clark Development Corporation, the Philippine Air Force, together with our marshals and Team Rescue 8 Medics, shall ensure safety for all participants.  There will be plenty of support at aid stations to allow the runners to focus on their race.  Outside support is prohibited, except at the identified aid stations.  This is a green race; runners have to bring their own bottles to aid stations. Simple Hydration bottle will be providing discount vouchers for all runners.

100K runners (including the 4-men 100K relay teams) will take off at 6PM, while 50K runners (with the 2-men 50K relay teams) will start at 12 midnight.  Participants should finish within 10 to 18 hours after gun start for 50K and 100K, respectively.

Real time updates on the athlete’s location will be available online as they pass through time checkpoint stations via the Race Yaya Timing System.  Soleus will be the official timing partner.  This will be the first of its kind in the ultramarathon road racing in the country.

The organizers and sponsors will treat participants as they cross the finishing line with race rewards.  Top three overall and top three in each age-group category will be awarded during the Awarding Ceremonies with special tokens and gift packs. The fastest 100K and 50K team for 2018 will be crowned Team Champion.