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Events Rules

Rules and Condition for event (agreement)

  • I and my group members understand difficulty and risk of the event and will follow all Rules and Mandatory Equipment (please visit rules section on event website)
    • YES – I understand difficulty and risks of the event and I will preapare well for it
  • I and my group members agree with Rules for Beast Runners events, include REFUND mechanism in case of cancelation of the event
  • I and my group members are not aware of any health complications as heart disease, serious allergy or asthma, diabetes or similar which may be danger or fatal to me or to my group member or to others participants of the event. And understand Entry Disclaimer which will sign up
  • I understand there is Only personal pickup of race pack (not delivered by courier, please refer to event website for race pack pickup information)

 

Rules of Beast Runners EVENTS (races)

  • DIFFICULTY of THE EVENT
    • Before signing up for races, It’s important to understand the difficulty, risk, rules and mandatory equipment
    • Runners should be in a good health and engage regularly in running activities prior to competition
    • Give organizers Signed Entry Disclaimer (read and download here)
    • For participants under 18 years old, a parent agreement is needed (download here)
  • ITRA
    • Most of ultra distances required ITRA record, please use your english First and Last name same in ITRA.
    • IAAF Country country code for nationality can find here 🇹🇼
    • Some difficult distance may require minimum of Performance Index – general quotation of ITRA (eg. TBT50 420+)
    • Find your past ITRA records here and use same for Beast Runners events: https://itra.run/find-a-runner
    • if not ITRA record fill up “0” in registration form
  • REGISTRATION PERSONAL DETAILS
    • English Name and English Surname are required (used for ITRA)
    • Taiwanse have to provide Chinese name (need for insurance) – on BIB and on results will use Chinese name only for TPE nationalities
    • Please keep the same names in our events (BEAST Slam series)
    • Birthday format dd/mm/yyyy   (example: 西元1973年7月24日 → 24/7/1973)
    • Phone – please give us phone number contact, please write local phone on entry disclaimer for overseas participants
  • REGISTRATION PERIODS
    • Early Bird – better prices or benefits (the period is also limited by 25% capacity, first come – first served)
    • Standard Period – T-shirt guaranteed (or fill up spots)
    • Late Bird – Usually only for elite or overseas runners (spots limited, T-shirt not guaranteed)
  • PAYMENT
    • ECPay – Credit card (+2%)
    • PayPal (+5%, doesn’t work for PayPal in Taiwan, please use ATM)
    • ATM in Taiwan to account 玉山銀行 808 / 0554-940-006524
    • Payment has to be done within 48hours or before deadline
    • Incomplete registrations older than one week will be deleted
    • Complete/Incomplete registrations will be displayed on registration page
    • Upload Proof of Payment (don`t use email if not necessary): http://beast.run/event/proof/
    • If you need VAT receipt (for using in Taiwan) please contact us via email before event

 

  • REFUND or TRANSFERS
    • postpone, cancellation or personal reasons 1] 2] below
    • You may transfer to another person 6 weeks before event and pay administration fee 300NTD. T-shirt size is possible to change only 8 weeks before event.
    • Any changes in personal details such as name correction – administration fee 200NTD if within 6 weeks prior event
    • Changes are possible only via email info@beast.run (don`t contact us via LINE or Facebook for this enquiry)
    • Special notice for overseas participants (Japan HK, …):
      • You can register for event only if there is not mandatory quarantine on your arriving (please check with Taiwan and your country announcements)
      • If situation change and there is mandatory qurantine longer then 3 days you may apply for partial refund (same as below in 1] REFUND)
      • If situation change but it is only 6 weeks prior event you may apply for compensation (same as below in 2] REFUND)

 

  • 1] REFUND (in case of cancellation or postpone due outbreak, typhoon or similar reason)
    • race pack material cost (1500NTD)
    • shipping of race pack +100NTD in Taiwan, +300NTD rest of world
    • amount less than 800NTD will be compensated by eShop voucher
    • amounts above 800NTD will automatically transferred to original account (if you pay via Credit Card we may contact you for bank account number)
    • if event has to be cancel within three weeks before event there will not be refunds, but organizers will try compensate as much as possible
    • postpone of event – as above, but need fill up form if wish withdraw from event in new date
    • Examples:
      • example 1: fee of 3500NTD = -1500NTD race pack cost,  2000NTD refund to original account, race pack personally pickup
      • example 2: fee of 2200NTD = -1500NTD race pack cost, send by post in Taiwan -100NTD, 600NTD eshop voucher (no account refund <800NTD)
      • example 3: fee of 5800NTD = -1500NTD race pack cost, send by post to Japan -300NTD, 4000NTD refund to original account

 

  • 2] REFUND or TRANSFER (personal reasons)
    • option A: possible transfer to another person 6 weeks before event (if not waiting list)
    • option B: your fee minus race pack material cost which you will receive after event (1500NTD + shipping 100NTD in Taiwan, 300NTD rest of world) and 
      • in Standard registration period: rest of amount by eShop voucher
      • in Late Bird registration period: rest of amount by eShop voucher
      • ~6 to 3 weeks before event – no refunds or compensation (inform us about and we will send race pack to your address)
      • DNS (Did Not Start) or within three weeks before event – you can pickup race pack, not pickup race pack will not be sent
      • Examples:
        • example 1: withdraw in standard period: fee of 3500NTD = -1500NTD – 100NTD freight cost in Taiwan, 1900NTD eShop voucher (no account refund)
        • example 2: withdraw in standard period: fee of 2200NTD = -1500NTD – 100NTD freight cost in Taiwan, 600NTD eShop voucher (no account refund)
        • example 3: withdraw in standard registration period: fee of 5800NTD = -1500NTD -300NTD freight cost to Japan,  4000NTD eshop credit (no account refund)
        • example 4: withdraw within 6 to 3 weeks before event: fee of 4000NTD = you will receive race pack by post (need inform us, no refunds or eshop voucher)
        • example 5: DNS (Did Not Start) or 3 weeks prior of race – no any action or compensation (we suggest somebody pickup race pack for you)
  • RACE PACK
    • Only Personal Pickup – if you pickup for your friend, runners to need give us Entry Disclaimer signed by him/her and write your ID number on bottom of document
    • Pickup at the morning of the race is allowed only with our permission, please contact us by email (overseas or another difficulties)
    • If shipping is available – only in Taiwan and participants need to provide an address in Chinese during registration and give us Entry Disclaimer before start (missing entry disclaimer = DSQ)
    • It is not possible get race pack after start of race, it will be reused!
  • T-shirts and gifts
    • T-shirts are guaranteed only for Early and Standard Period registrants
    • Please be sure to choose the right T-shirt size and gender. Changes will not be possible
    • Late Bird may have extra T-shirts available for elite and overseas participants but not guaranteed
    • Volunteers have to contact us early to get a T-shirt
  • BIB
    • Personalized BIB for who signed up in Standard Period (we usually order 6 weeks prior event)
    • Bib number must be visible at the FRONT at all times and showed clearly in control points!!!
    • Chip has to be recorded in each control point and finish line (RFID chip on BIB number in front of your body)
    • Runners are not allowed to give a BIB to another person to join race – this is will not be accepted and will be punished! (2 years banned from BR events)
    • Bandit racing – to run without registration – is immoral and not allowed!
  • SAFETY
    • Your safety depends upon the quality of the materials which you have in your pack – please respect mandatory equipment (random checks will occur during the race)
    • 安全性是每個人擔心的，，我們希望每位參賽選手能完成賽事。你的安全性取決於您背包裡所有物資的數量。
    • Attention! It is obligatory that you do not leave a person who is having difficulty or is injured.
    • 注意!發揮互助精神，若遇上其他參賽者受傷或不適，應加以援手並通知急救站的工作人員。
    • If you or another competitor is immobilized:
      • Call the race organizers number 0963-539346 (or 0920-018345m 0905-120787)
      • Give your position and reference point (use maps from organizers or give coordinates)
      • Explain the situation simply
  • COURSE
    • Runners must stay on the marked course. Shortcuts are not permitted. If you get lost, please return to the last sighted marking.
    • Please note that the course will be marked prior to the race, there is still the possibility of markings being defaced or removed by vandals.
    • Organizers provide GPX of the course. Some events may have mandatory gps device.
    • Withdraw (DNF) from race can only be made at Check Points. Please inform the staff (Runner information needs to be recorded, with chip cut and bib marked). Transportation may be arranged to pick you up and drop you off at the race venue, but you may need to wait for arrival.
    •  Change category/distance or DNF
      • Changing distance is allowed in some events and at some check points when runners have not reached “the cut off time” or done voluntarily (in both situations, please announce to the check point staff)
      • You will be still finisher of new distance, have results, online certificate and ITRA record, but not awarded if in ranked
      • DNF – Did Not Finish, DSQ – Disqualified
      • Cut off times are subject to change (race director has full right to adjust)
  • RESULTS
  • INSURANCE
    • We strongly recommend you to purchase your own sports insurance. Respect your limits & avoid causing greater injury or harm to yourself.
    • If you start feeling unwell during the race, please stop immediately and seek help from the medical team!
    • Inform organizers only by phone number (printed on map or BIB). Do not use LINE, FB or email, only via phone in emergency case!!!
    • Public Accident Insurance Coverage: If while under insurance coverage, an accident involving the insured person results in the death, injury, loss of property, or disability of a third-person, the insured shall be liable for the damages. Under these circumstances, when the insured files for compensation with the insurance company, the insurance company’s coverage plan includes the following:
      • Up to NT$3 million for each injury, death or disability.
      • For every accident resulting in bodily harm, disability, or death: NT$15 million.
      • For every accident involving loss of property: NT$2 million.
      • Maximum compensation for accidents occurring during the duration of the coverage plan: NT$34 million.
    • Travel Personal Insurance:
      • Up to NT$1 million for death or disability.
      • Up to NT$100.000 for each injury
    • Special Terms & Conditions NOT Covered
      • Sports injuries resulting from personal illnesses.
      • Symptoms resulting from personal conditions or cardiovascular disease such as shock, heart diseases, diabetes, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, mountain sickness, epilepsy, dehydration, etc., the insurance company is not responsible for injuries caused by personal illnesses. The public accident insurance plan only covers injury due to outside factors.
      • These will not be covered. Public liability insurance only covers injuries and damages caused by accidents.
      • If a participant has a history of illness and disease as described above, especially cardiovascular disease such as shock, heart diseases, diabetes, it is not allowed join Beast Runners events.
      • If you have ever experienced the following conditions or diseases, you are within the high risk group for sudden death. Please consult a doctor for their professional opinion and refrain from attending the race against their recommendation. Unspecified chest pains, unspecified causes of breathing difficulties, dizziness from unknown causes, sudden loss of consciousness, high blood pressure, heart disease, renal dysfunction, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, have a family history of heart disease, or epilepsy
  • if you have any further inquiries please contact the race organizer info@beast.run
  • COVID-19
    • Follow gouverment regulations: Recent annoucement of  7-day self-initiated prevention policy for arrivals  (but not quarantine for travelers)
    • I have not been in contact with a person who has been quarantined or suspected of having Covid-19 virus in the last two weeks. I have not traveled overseas in the last two weeks. I do not, nor have I shown any symptoms in the last two weeks. I have read all the safety precautions, and I agree to follow them
  • The following rules and restrictions are being applied to the participants, staff, and volunteers for the event.
    • No one who has traveled overseas to any of the countries identified as Level 2 or Level 3 threat within 14 days of the event are able to participate in the event. We will report any participants to the authorities who attempt to participate in the event despite having recently traveled to a threat area.
    • No one who is shown to have a temperature reading of 37.5 forehead reading or higher will be allowed to participate in the event.
    • We recommend runners do not bring family members to the event.
  • Race Pack Pickup
    • Participants and staff will wear masks during pack pickup.
    • Participants should use the provided sanitizer prior to picking up their pack.
    • Participants should try and come for pickup during non-peak hours (lunch or late evening) so that we try to keep congestion to a minimum.
    • The finisher gift and medal will be included in the race pack at the time of pickup.
    • Participants should bring a signed entry disclaimer: www.event.beast.run/waiver
  • Race day
    • In the week prior to race start, all race participants, staff and volunteers must conduct self observation and if show any flu like symptoms should stay home. 
    • It is recommend to wear a face mask before the race starts and keep distance between participants. It’s a long race there will be time to catch up to the leaders. 
    • All participants taking public transportation and buses to the event must wear masks on the way to the event. 
    • The water refilling stations will only be operated by dedicated servers wearing masks and gloves. 
    • Energy supplies will take the form of energy bars and whole fruit to minimize interaction with the food.
    • Food serving stations will be sanitized often. 
    • Timing will not be done by touching chips, it will be done visually and through the use of RFID. 
    • All runners must wear their bib on the front. It must be clearly visible for visual inspection. Runners should slow down at time checkpoints and especially at the finish line. 

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