Manila to Baguio Ultra Marathon Road Race (M2B250)

The MANILA TO BAGUIO 250K Single Stage (M2B250K) Ultra Marathon Road Race is a single-stage solo race.

RACE RULES, REGULATIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a SOLO run. Runner-participants will run along the Macarthur Highway covering a total distance of 250 kilometers. All runner-participants must have a Support Vehicle and a support crew. However, runner-participants with support vehicle can “adopt” ONLY ONE other runner-participant.

Pacers are not allowed.

Runner-participants should ALWAYS run SINGLE FILE. Running abreast with other runner-participants or support crew will not be allowed. This is cause for disqualification.

Runner-participants should always stay on the farthest left side of the road facing the oncoming traffic. The race route traverses OPEN ROADS and runner-participants will share the road with other vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. Always be vigilant of your surroundings and be alert to vehicles in front and behind each runner-participant.

A runner-participant is limited to only ONE support vehicle. However, a Support Vehicle can support a maximum of TWO (2) runner-participants.

Support vehicles should always park on the far-RIGHT side of the Highway/Road. Support Vehicles shall not be allowed to “shadow” their runner-participant. Only four-wheeled vehicles are allowed as support vehicles. If a runner-participant’s Support Vehicle violates these rules, the runner-participant(s) will be disqualified.

Runner-participants will not be allowed to enter their parked Support Vehicle once the Race starts. Runner-participants should bring a stool, portable chair, or folding bed, positioned outside their support vehicle (within the view of other runner-participants and roving marshals) if they intend to sit or lie down. Runner-participants will not be allowed to sit or lie on any part of their support vehicle.

Runner-participants are required to display three (3) tarpaulins with the words “RACE IN PROGRESS” on the front-side, rear-side and the left-side of their Support Vehicle. Race Organizer will provide such tarpaulins to support crews prior to the commencement of the race. It is the runner-participant and their crew’s responsibility to have the required items to affix these tarpaulins to their Support Vehicle.

Only the NAME of Running Group or Team’s Name of the Runner-Participant will be displayed on the runner-participant’s Support Vehicle.

Corporate Brands will not be allowed to be displayed on the runner-participant’s Support Vehicle.

Prior to the race start, runner-participants with a Support Vehicle must submit to the Race Organizer the following details:

• Make / Model of Support Vehicle;
• Color of Support Vehicle;
• Plate Number of Support Vehicle;
• Number of Support Crew to ride in the Support Vehicle;
• Full Name and Cell Phone Number of Head Support Crew.

 

The prescribed cut-off time for the race is 50 hours. However, there will be intermediate cut-off times along the route at the following checkpoints:

• Kilometer #50–10 hours
• Kilometer #100–20 hours
• Kilometer #150–30 hours
• Kilometer #200–40 hours
• Kilometer #250–50 hours

 

Podium Finishers’ Awards/Trophies will be given to the Top 3 Finishers. Official Finishers (Finishers within the Cut-off time) will be awarded with a:

• Finisher’s Belt Buckle
• Finisher’s Medal
• Finisher’s Event Shirt
• Certificate.

 

A runner-participant is declared Did Not Finish (DNF) once he/she could NOT pass each checkpoint within the prescribed cut-off time. The runner-participant will not be allowed to run the course once he/she is declared DNF in the race.

In case of emergency and/or reports of DNF, the runner-participant or their support crew should contact Cell Phone # 0918-923-5800 and provide the following information:

• Name of the Runner-Participant;
• Race Bib Number of the Runner-Participant;
• Location of the Runner-Participant;
• Nature of Emergency or Reason for Declaring as DNF.

There will be NO Aid Stations along the route. NO Drop Bags will be allowed.

It is mandatory for every runner-participant to have his/her hydration system; headlight/lighting system; reflectorized vest; and first-aid kit. These items will be inspected before the start of the race.

ALL MANDATORY GEAR must be CARRIED AT ALL TIMES by a runner-participant’s support crew. This is for the safety of all runner-participants. Compliance checks will be conducted as follows:

• Pre-event start line mandatory gear check.
• Random unannounced check at a location during the event.
• Finish line gear check.

Penalties may include time-based addition to a runner-participant’s finish time OR disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Director.

The following are required:

• Cellular phone that:
  • Is fully charged.
  • Is always switched on.
  • Is not set to airplane mode.
  • Is installed with local Philippine SIM card (Globe or Smart).
  • Contains at least Php200 of load credit on the SIM card.
  • If you need an external battery to last for at least 48 hours without charging, then this also forms a part of your mandatory gear.
• Reflectorized vest.
• Wind breaker.
• First aid kit with the following minimum items:
  • Povidone-Iodine Prep Pad (4 pieces).
  • Alcohol Prep Pad (4 pieces).
  • Small Medical Scissors.
  • Gauze Pads (Sterile) (3″ x 3″ x 8 ply – 2 pieces).
  • Medical Waterproof PU Film Adhesive Tape (10 cm x 10 cm – 2 pieces).
  • Waterproof Medical Sterile Wound Dressing (10 cm x 10 cm – 2 pieces).
  • Disposable Nitrile Gloves (1 pair).
  • Emergency/Survival Blanket. NOTE: First Aid kit containing ALL mandatory items can be purchased during online race registration, or on-site during race kit collection.
• Functioning flashlight or headlamp
  • With at least 22 hours of battery life (or extra batteries)
• Rear blinker (red color only)
• Hydration equipment
  • At least 1.5L capacity
  • Extra food to last at least 4 hours

Cash of at least Php1,000 per runner-participantRegistered runner-participants are advised to bring their Race Pass to the Starting Area on Race Day and this will be used to redeem their Race Packet/Race Bib.

It is the responsibility of the runner-participant to inform, advise, and instruct his/her designated Support Vehicle DRIVER and SUPPORT CREW on the Rules and Regulations of this Race.

Runner-participants are reminded of the presence of dogs along the course. Take precautionary measures when dealing with them.

Runner-participants are also reminded to interact politely to the locals and greet them as you pass.