The Great Cordillera 100

Rules & Guidelines

November 13, 2026 — Benguet, Cordillera, Philippines

Section 1

Entry Requirements

1

Minimum Age Requirement

Participants must be at least:

  • 20 years old for 100km
  • 18 years old for 60km
  • 16 years old for shorter distances (with parental consent)
2

Medical Fitness

All participants must be in good physical condition and capable of completing the race distance. The organizer reserves the right to require a medical certificate for verification as required by the LGU.

3

Trail Experience & Preparation

While no official qualifying races are mandatory, participants must possess adequate trail experience and maintain a high level of preparation.

Self-Reliance

Due to the remoteness of the trail, professional help may take longer than usual to reach you.

Personal Responsibility

Your health and safety are your own priority. Do not hesitate to pull out if you cannot continue safely.

Course Hazards

Expect steep climbs, rugged surfaces, and potential exposure to severe weather.

4

Mandatory Gear

All runners must carry the complete mandatory gear list at all times during the race. Random gear checks will be conducted.

100 KM
  • Trail running shoes
  • Hydration pack (min. 1.5L)
  • Emergency space blanket
  • Headlamp + extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Rain jacket
  • Mobile phone (fully charged)
  • Race bib (provided)
60 KM
  • Trail running shoes
  • Hydration pack (min. 1.5L)
  • Emergency space blanket
  • Headlamp + extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Rain jacket
  • Mobile phone (fully charged)
  • Race bib (provided)
21 KM
  • Trail running shoes
  • Hydration pack (min. 500ml)
  • Headlamp + extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Mobile phone (fully charged)
  • Race bib (provided)
15 KM
  • Trail running shoes
  • Hydration (water bottle)
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Mobile phone (fully charged)
  • Race bib (provided)
5

Registration Completion

Entry is only confirmed upon:

  • Full payment of registration fee
  • Submission of required documents
  • Acceptance of waiver and race rules
6

Cut-Off Awareness

Participants must acknowledge and accept all cut-off times and race rules prior to joining. Intermediate cut-off times to be announced.

7

Right to Decline

The Organizer reserves the right to decline any application from individuals who fail to meet established safety, health, or behavioral standards.

Section 2

General Rules & Guidelines

1

Follow Marked Course

Runners must follow the official race route at all times. Shortcuts are strictly prohibited.

2

Bib Visibility

Runners must wear their race bib visibly at the front at all times to allow checkpoint marshals to clearly identify and record their bib number upon passage.

3

Checkpoints

All runners must check in and out of every checkpoint.

4

Environmental Responsibility

Strictly no littering. Carry your own trash until the next aid station.

5

Respect Local Communities

Participants must respect local residents, culture, and property along the course.

6

Support Crew & Pacers

Crew support is allowed only at designated aid stations (to be announced). Pacers must be registered runners from start to finish.

7

Safety First

Runners must follow instructions from race officials, marshals, and medical teams. Medical personnel have authority to remove a runner if continuing poses a safety risk.

8

Weather Conditions

The race will proceed regardless of weather unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the race director and the LGU.

9

Withdrawal

Participants who decide to withdraw must report to the nearest checkpoint immediately.

Section 3

Penalties

The following violations may result in time penalties at the discretion of race officials.

30 min

First offense littering

15–30 min

Missing mandatory gear (minor)

30 min

Unauthorized assistance

15 min

Failure to follow checkpoint procedures

Race Director's Authority

Modify the course, cut-off times, or rules for safety reasons

Cancel or suspend the race due to extreme conditions

Make final decisions on all disputes and rule interpretations

Section 4

Disqualifications

The following actions will result in immediate disqualification.

  • Course cutting or deviation from the marked route. Failure to follow the prescribed course, including taking shortcuts or disregarding race signage.
  • Bib swapping or running under another participant's name.
  • Use of prohibited performance-enhancing substances.
  • Severe misconduct towards race staff, volunteers, locals, other trail users, and/or volunteers.
  • Repeated littering offenses.
  • Failure to comply with instructions from race officials, marshals, emergency personnel, or volunteers.
  • Refusal to undergo gear check at the starting line and failure to present mandatory gear at random points along the course.
  • Continuing after cut-off times.

Disqualified runners will not be eligible for refunds, awards, or official results.

Section 5

Crew Rules

All support crews must comply with the rules and directives of The Great Cordillera 100 as outlined in the Participant Guide, RiCON website, official Rules & Guidelines, and all race communications.

Crews must keep noise levels to a minimum, especially at aid stations in remote villages. Violations may result in disqualification of their runner.

Crew access is allowed only at designated aid stations as specified in the TGC100 Participant Guide.

Smoking is strictly prohibited at all aid stations and along the TGC100 course.

Each runner is limited to one (1) crew vehicle at aid stations.

Crews must drive safely and adhere to all speed limits. Many aid stations are accessed via narrow, winding, and hazardous roads.

Bicycles & e-mountain bikes may be used to access crew-designated aid stations but are strictly prohibited for pacing or use on any part of the race course.

Vehicles must not block traffic, trail access, aid stations, or other parked vehicles. Improperly parked vehicles may be towed at the owner's expense.

Crews must follow all instructions from aid station personnel, including designated meeting areas and restricted zones.

Crews must remain within a 50m radius of the aid station while supporting their runner, unless otherwise instructed.

All support crews must register at the race village prior to deployment and secure official crew wristbands.

Littering is strictly prohibited at aid stations, along the course, and at the finish line. All trash must be carried back to Baguio.

Crews are encouraged to extend support and courtesy to runners without crews.

Section 6

Event Cancellation Policy

The Organizers reserve the right to shorten or cancel the event at any time if circumstances arise that threaten the safety of participants or volunteers.

Grounds for Cancellation

Adverse Weather: Severe or dangerous meteorological conditions.

Environmental Hazards: Landslides, rockfalls, or wildfires affecting the course.

Access Issues: Protests, blockages, or trail/road closures.

Force Majeure: Any incident beyond the control of the Organizers including acts of God, war, civil unrest, disease outbreaks, or threats of terrorism.

Policy on Fees

In the event of a cancellation or shortening of the course, no registration fees or charitable donations will be refunded, and no deferrals to future events will be offered.

Note: By registering, you acknowledge and accept these terms regarding the potential cancellation of the event.

Section 7

Media Consent & Photography Release

By registering for the event, all participants grant the organizers full permission to capture and use media taken during the race.

I grant full permission to use photographs, videos, and other recordings of me taken during the event. These may be used for advertising, trade, or any commercial purpose in the official publications, social media, and marketing materials produced by the organizers.

Official publications

Social media

Marketing materials

Section 8

Terms & Conditions

By accessing this site or submitting a registration, you agree to the following terms. Please read them carefully.

1

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website or submitting a registration, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms, policies, and guidelines published on this site.

2

Privacy & Data Use

Personal information collected during registration — including your name, birthdate, address, contact details, emergency contacts, and payment proof — is used solely for race administration purposes. All data is handled in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173). Your information will not be shared with third parties except as required for event operations.

3

Limitation of Liability

The organizers, race officials, volunteers, and all associated parties shall not be held liable for any injury, illness, death, loss, or damage — whether personal, property, or financial — arising from participation in, or travel to and from, the event.

4

Indemnification

Participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless the organizers and all associated parties from any and all claims, damages, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) resulting from their participation in the event.

5

Participant-Initiated Cancellation & Slot Transfer

Registration fees are strictly non-refundable in the event of participant-initiated cancellation, regardless of the reason. Slot transfers to another individual are not permitted under any circumstances.

6

Intellectual Property

All branding, logos, race names, imagery, and content published on this site are the exclusive property of the organizers. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of any materials is strictly prohibited.

7

Changes to Terms

The organizers reserve the right to amend these terms and any race policies at any time without prior notice. Updates will be posted on this site and take effect immediately upon publication.

8

Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts in Baguio City, Benguet.

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