1. A duly-signed and duly-accomplished Medical Certificate not older than six months prior to the event date must be submitted in hard copy upon claiming of race kits. Failure to do so will mean non-inclusion in the race without the benefit of a refund. There will be no exemptions. If you intend to join all 2023 KOTM events, we will accept the same medical certificate for all the events provided it is at least six months old on May 2023 or issued on December 2022 the latest.
Any existing health protocol as mandated by authorities, if any, during the conduct of the event will be implemented.
2.Every participant is required to sign a liability and waiver form prior to the race.
3. Since mountain weather is unpredictable, runners are required to bring the mandatory items and gear listed below.
4. All runners must check in at the Start line at least an hour before gunstart to have their gear inspected. Runners without night time safety equipment will not be allowed to run.
5. Race numbers must be worn in front and must be visible at all times. Non-compliance will merit a one-hour time penalty.
6. No event switching is allowed while the race is in progress. Registrants who wish to downgrade to a lower distance must inform the Race Director/Organizers of their intention to change events within the registration period only. No refunds will be given.
7. Registrants are not allowed to change race numbers nor have substitutes run the race on their behalf. Registration fees are not transferable to other persons, KOTM or FR races, with the exception of the 2020 Forest Bathing Trail Ultra. Absolutely no refunds will be given for non-participation for whatever reason. Furthermore, no refund will be given in case of cancellation or postponement of the race due to factors and/or unforeseen events beyond the control of the race organizer.
8. While the organizers will exert their best efforts to mark the course, it is the participant’s responsibility to familiarize himself/herself with the route. No time credits will be given to any runner who gets lost.
9. Drop bags, if allowed in the runner’s distance category, must be properly secured and marked with the runner’s name, race number and event. Organizers will not be responsible for any loss or breakages.
10. Given the distances between and inaccessibility to motorized vehicles of most aid stations, all runners are required to have at least a 1.5-liter capacity hydration bladder or its equivalent in handheld bottles and enough trail food to sustain them between aid (refreshment) stations.
11. Potable spring water sources along the route are available (self-service). Natural spring water is the town’s only water supply source and is used in the race too. Runners may opt to bring their own water or water purifying tablets. (Bottled water can be purchased in stores near the start area).
12. All runners are advised to bring their own drinking cups. No cups of any kind will be available in the water stations to minimize litter.
13. There will be time recorders at different aid stations/cut-off points, so all participants must report to the assigned race marshal/s to have their names and numbers recorded.
14. Runners who decide to pull out of the race or declare themselves as DNF (Did Not Finish) must contact the Race Director or nearest race marshal to inform him of his intention/status. Failure to do so may merit a suspension or ban from future FR or KOTM races.
15. Cell phone signals exist (Smart and Globe networks) but are intermittent. Runners may contact these numbers for any concerns: 0917 803 0664 and 0999 998 7654.
16. Evacuation costs for runners who declare themselves as DNF at any point of the course will be for the said runner’s account/expense. Motorcycles may be hired at negotiated rates.
17. While the organizers will exert efforts to maintain the cleanliness and pre-race condition of the route, it is imperative that each participant do his own share by being a responsible trail runner. Runners are strongly advised to mind their trash at all times. Garbage bags will be available in each water station.
