We want to make this a great and safe as possible day out for all. We ask that you take time to understand the Activity Waiver and read and respect the race rules & guidelines. Thank you!
BEFORE THE RACE
Activity Waiver, in order to participate in the ‘Monte Challenge’; you will agree when entering online, that you will click ‘I agree to the terms and conditions’ to accept the Activity Waiver. You cannot take part in the race unless the Activity Waiver is agreed to. If entering for the Sprint & Little Monte in person at registration, you will be asked to sign the Activity Waiver.
What is an Activity Waiver Form? It is an agreement between the Monte Challenge Adventure Club (MCAC) (race organiser of the Monte Challenge) and you, (the race participant), in which you agree a) that you understand the risks of the activity (a multi-adventure race) b) will not sue the race organiser for any injuries or damages d) that you understand the important information and agree to the race rules c) grant permission for the MCAC to capture your image in photographs, video etc which may be used in MCAC promotional material, website and social media. You will find a copy of the Activity Waiver on the Race Entry page.
Entry Age, for the Full and Half routes, all entrants must be 18 years and over on the day of the race. For the Sprint Monte, entrants under 16 are allowed with a parent or gaurdian’s consent and signing of Activity Waiver. For the Little Monte, Minors (under 18s) are allowed but only with a parent or a guardian over 18 years of age who will supervise and take responsibility for the Minor at all times during the route.
Race entry, no refunds for entries, no transfers of current year to next year. We are a voluntary organisation and also fundraising for local causes; we hope you understand that we do not facilitate refunds for any reason.
At registration and in person you can though:
- Transfer your entry to another person in the same year. The new person must do this change in person at registration.
- Transfer your entry to another route e.g. move from Full to Half Monte. No refund is given to change down routes.
- Change of team participant names e.g. you want to swap a team member.
You must book Full & Half race entry online on the Race Entry page. You can book the Sprint & Little Monte online or in person at registration on Friday 29th August evening or Saturday morning.
Race briefing, this is mandatory to attend and will contain essential information on the day. If you miss the race briefing, you will not be able to race.
Routes, are marked with signs and with marshals at major junctions. All routes are subject to change and you will be notified in advance or on the day.
Mandatory Kit, (Full and Half Monte only) will be checked at race registration. It must be carried at all times during the race. You will not able to race without Mandatory Kit. This is for your safety.
DURING THE RACE
Race organisers & marshals, are there to help and ensure health & safety, please respect and follow their instructions and guidance at all times. The Race Director’s and Organiser’s decision on any matter relating to the participant in the race is final.
Other competitors, if you come across another competitor in difficulty, please stop to help and call the Race Director’s phone-number and/or alert the nearest marshal.
Race markings, the routes will be marked with flags and signage and have marshals at key junctions. Any areas with hazards will have red flags.
Roads on the routes, there are no road closures on the route and participants must follow the road traffic laws and be respectful of other road users. The route consists of mainly tarmacked side roads. Please be aware of risks associated with variable surfaces (loose gravel, pot-holes, grass), steep ascents/descents, sharp bends, junctions.
Carnaween mountain hike/run (Full Monte Route, Leg 3), has sections without any road or trail. Please be aware of risks and exercise extreme caution on the ascent and descent across varied and steep terrain (fences, bog, streams, holes, rocks).
Race chips & timings (Full, Half, Sprint), please ensure your time is checked at each station (on the timing mats) and that you do not loose your timing chip (on your race number). No race chip, no time.
Transition zones, there is no cycling in these areas. You will be told by marshals and signage when to slow down, dismount and walk.
Aid stations, please carry your own food and water. There will be aid stations at the transition zones and at various locations. At the Aid Station, you will be able to fill your water-bottles and top up on race snacks. First Aid will be available at some Aid Stations.
Disqualification, you will be disqualified if you:
• Don’t have your Mandatory Kit on your person at all times during the race.
• Litter on the route.
• Disobey marshal’s instructions.
• Take short cuts or fail to follow the route map.
• Trespass.
• Get lifts or start drafting behind a moving vehicle.
Retiring from the race, if you decide to retire, please report this to the Race Director, the number will be on your race number bib. It is critical that you inform the Race Director, so that we know everybody is accounted for. Safety personnel have a right to remove participants from the race, if they feel the person is in difficulty and at risk to themselves/others.
Headphones, are not allowed, for health and safety reasons and to able to hear the marshal’s.
Electric bikes, are not permitted.
Spectators, we encourage you to take along family & friends to cheer you on at the start & finish. Spectators are not allowed in the transition areas, to avoid potential collisions. Spectators are not allowed in the Competitor’s Finisher Zone. Please do not follow participants by car on the route, to avoid additional traffic.
Race cancellation before or during the event, if there are adverse weather warnings or other unforeseen circumstances, the Race Director and committee reserve the right to cancel the race. There will be no refunds.