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Sandras Ultra Trail – Race Rules

Last Updated: June 11, 2025

🏔️ ITRA Principles 🏃 World Athletics 🛡️ Safety 🌱 Environment ⚖️ Regulation

👥 General Participation Conditions Article 1

  • The minimum age is 20 for the 70K race and 18 for the 50K race.
  • Participants declare that they are medically fit to compete.
  • The organizer may request medical certificates or additional documentation.

📜 Definitions Article 2

  • CP: Official checkpoint
  • DNF: Withdrawal from the race, voluntary or mandatory
  • Assistance: Any support received outside official checkpoints

⚡ Mandatory Equipment & Control Article 3

  • Headlamp (main and backup)
  • Waterproof hooded jacket
  • Emergency blanket, whistle, mobile phone
  • Equipment checks may be conducted before and during the race

🤝 Assistance & Support Rules Article 4

  • Assistance is permitted only at official checkpoints.
  • Pacing and external support are strictly prohibited.

⏱️ Time Limits & Cut-Off Article 5

Checkpoint Distance (KM) 70K Cut-Off 50K Cut-Off
Topuklu Plateau (Start) 0 07:00
Kartal Lake 45 14:00 (10h) 11:00 (7h)
Karagöl 60 17:00 (13h)
Finish 70 22:00 (18h) 16:00 (12h)
  • Runners failing to meet cut-off times will be withdrawn from the race.

🚨 DNF & Safety Article 6

  • Any withdrawal must be reported at the nearest checkpoint.
  • Bib number and timing chip must be returned.
  • Leaving the course without notification is a safety violation.

🏁 Penalties & Disqualification Article 7

  • Missing mandatory equipment → Disqualification
  • Leaving the marked course → Disqualification
  • Receiving unauthorized assistance → Disqualification

🌍 Environment & Ethics Article 8

  • Littering and environmental damage are strictly prohibited.
  • Wildlife and natural resources must be respected.

🧪 Anti-Doping Article 9

All athletes agree to comply with national and international anti-doping regulations.

🌩️ Force Majeure Article 10

The organizer reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the race due to weather conditions or safety concerns.

⚖️ Governing Law & Jurisdiction Article 11

This event is governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye. Courts of Ankara have exclusive jurisdiction.