Gaoligong

1) MGU: Mt. Gaoligong Ultra Trail

§ English Name: Mt. Gaoligong Ultra Trail

§ Distance & Elevation:

· Total distance 168 km (approx.)

· Cumulative ascent 8,540⁺ meters

· Cumulative descent 8,550⁺ meters

§ Start Point: Yanhu Park

§ Finish Point: Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town

§ Start Time: 20:00, March 20, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 19:00, March 22, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration: 47 hours

§ Athletes may switch to the RCE (120KM) category at CP7 (Da Hao Ping).

Special Note on New Race Format for MGU: A decision point is established at CP7 (Da Hao Ping) for the MGU category. Upon arrival at CP7, athletes may assess their physical condition and opt to switch to the RCE (120KM) category. The following rules must be observed in this circumstance.

§ The quota for category switching is limited to 20% of the total number of athletes in the MGU category (regardless of gender).

§ When the number of athletes switching categories on-site reaches 20% of the total MGU quota, the Organizing Committee will no longer approve change of category. In this case, athletes must choose to either continue the MGU race or withdraw, subject to their own condition and the judgment of on-site referees and medical officers.

§ To ensure fairness and impartiality of the race, MGU athletes who switch to and continue in the RCE category will not be ranked or awarded for either the MGU or RCE categories, but they may still receive individual results for the corresponding distance, as well as finisher items corresponding to the RCE category (including finisher medals, finisher shirts, etc.), and may also obtain the corresponding ITRA points.

2) RCE: Road of Chinese Expeditionary Force

§ Name: Road of Chinese Expeditionary Force

§ Total length 120 km (approx..)

§ Cumulative ascent: 5942m+ 

§ Cumulative descent: 5955m+

§ Start Point: Yanhu Park

§ Finish Point: Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town

§ Start Time: 06:00, March 21, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 14:00, March 22, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration: 32 hours.

3) THT: Tea & Horse Trail

§ English Name: Tea & Horse Trail

§ Total length 55 km (approx.)

§ Cumulative ascent: 2126m+

§ Cumulative descent: 2130m+

§ Start Point: Yanhu Park

§ Finish Point: Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town

§ Start Time: 07:00, March 21, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 19:30, March 21, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration: 12.5 hours.

4) TCZ: Flying the Hump

§ English Name: Flying the Hump (TCZ is the code for Tengchong Tuofeng Airport)

§ Total length 35 km (approx.)

§ Cumulative ascent: 1421m+

§ Cumulative descent: 1468m+

§ Start Point: Yanhu Park

§ Finish Point: Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town

§ Start Time: 08:00, March 21, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 16:30, March 21, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration 8.5 hours.

5) GEP: Gaoligong Exploration 

§ English Name: Gaoligong Exploration

§ Total length 15 km (approx.)

§ Cumulative ascent: 465m+

§ Cumulative descent: 600m+

§ Start Point: Laifengshan National Forest Park

§ Finish Point: Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town

§ Start Time: 08:00, March 22, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 12:00, March 22, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration 4 hours.

6) FTR: Fairy Trail for Kids 

§ English Name: Fairy Trail

§ Total length 5 km (approx.)

§ Cumulative ascent 128m+

§ Cumulative descent 131m+

§ Start Point: Laifengshan National Forest Park

§ Finish Point: Laifengshan National Forest Park

§ Start Time: 08:30, March 22, 2026

§ Cut-off Time: 10:30, March 22, 2026

§ Total Cut-off Duration: 2 hours.

ii. Business School Friendship Race

The Business School Friendship Race is open to current students, alumni, and faculty and staff of well-known domestic business schools (including EMBA/MBA/EDP/EE/ExED/DBA/MEM/MPA, etc.), who can choose to register for the team race or the individual category. For specific details, please refer to the Regulations of the Business School Friendship Race.

5. Race Course

i. MGU (168km)

Yanhu Park (Start) → Dong Shang Cao Dian→ Ai Ling Zi → Tian Jia Shan → Long Wen Qiao → Tang Li Ba → San Die Shui → Da Hao Ping → Da She Yao → Xiao Di Fang San Jie Bei → Gan Gou Hu Lin Zhan → Gong Guan → Qiao Jie Cun → Ma Chang Cun → Su Nao He Shui Ku → Sha Ba Lin Chang → Da Tie Ao Shui Ku → Fei Hu Gong Yuan (Flying Tiger Park) → Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town (Finish).

ii. RCE (120km)

Yanhu Park (Start) → Dong Shang Cao Dian→ Ai Ling Zi → Tian Jia Shan → Long Wen Qiao → Tang Li Ba → San Die Shui → Da Hao Ping → Qiao Jie Cun → Ma Chang Cun → Su Nao He Shui Ku → Sha Ba Lin Chang → Da Tie Ao Shui Ku → Fei Hu Gong Yuan (Flying Tiger Park) → Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town (Finish)

iii. THT (55km)

Yanhu Park (Start) → Dong Shang Cao Dian→ Su Nao He Shui Ku → Sha Ba Lin Chang → Da Tie Ao Shui Ku → Fei Hu Gong Yuan (Flying Tiger Park) → Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town (Finish).

iv. TCZ (35km)

Yanhu Park (Start) → Dong Shang Cao Dian→ Chang Dong Cun → Fei Hu Gong Yuan (Flying Tiger Park) → Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town (Finish)

v. GEP (15km)

Laifengshan National Forest Park (Start) → Cha Hua Ji Di → Ying Hua Da Dao → San Hao Deng Shan Bu Dao → Sen Lin Kang Yang Bu Dao → Laifengshan Xia Shan Gong Lu → Teng Wu Zhong Xi Men → Heshun 116 Xiang Dao → Ba Jiao Guan → Fei Hu Nong Chang (Flying Tiger Farm) → Ping An Si → Zhong Tian Si → Cun Shi Zong Ci → Shuang Hong Qiao, Heshun Ancient Town (Finish).

vi. FTR (5km)

Laifengshan National Forest Park (Start) → Cha Hua Ji Di → Ying Hua Da Dao Avenue → San Hao Deng Shan Bu Dao → Sen Lin Kang Yang Bu Dao → Laifengshan Xia Shan Gong Lu → Laifengshan National Forest Park (Finish)

II. Race Registration

1. Registration Requirements

i. Age Requirements

By March 19, 2026, MGU, RCE, and THT athletes must be at least 20 years of age, TCZ athletes must be at least 18 years of age, GEP athletes must be at least 16 years of age, and FTR youth athletes must be aged 6 to 12 years old to register.

ii. Qualification Requirements

a. MGU (168km): ITRA points of 4 or above (obtained in a single race) or proof of completion of a trail race of 100km or greater distance.

b. RCE (120km): ITRA points of 3 or above (obtained in a single race) or proof of completion of a trail race of 50km or greater distance.

c. THT (55km): ITRA points of 2 or above (obtained in a single race) or proof of completion of a trail race of 30km or greater distance or proof of completion of a full marathon certified by the Chinese Athletics Association (CAA).

d. TCZ (35km): Proof of completion of a trail race of 20km or greater distance or proof of completion of a half marathon or greater distance certified by the Chinese Athletics Association (CAA). 

e. GEP (15km): Must be at least 16 years of age to register.

f. FTR (5km) Parent-Child Category: Youth athletes must be aged 6 to 12 years old to register; registration fees are charged only for the eligible children; each youth athlete must be accompanied by at least one parent to participate in the race.

Note: The above proof of qualification must be obtained after January 1, 2024.

iii. Health Requirements

Athletes should be in good health and have a foundation for long-term trail running exercise or training. The Organizing Committee requires athletes to undergo a medical examination at a qualified medical institution; for MGU/RCE/THT/TCZ/GEP categories, when collecting race packets, athletes must submit a medical examination report (with a qualified ECG report) issued by a qualified medical institution within three months prior to the race date, confirming that their physical condition is suitable for long-distance trail running, before they can register to participate. During the race, any personal injury or property loss caused by personal physical conditions or other personal reasons shall be borne by the athlete.

Those with the following physical conditions are not suitable to participate in the race.

· Congenital heart disease and rheumatic heart disease.

· Hypertension and cerebrovascular disease. 

· Myocarditis and other heart diseases.

· Coronary artery disease and severe arrhythmia.

· Diabetes with high or low blood sugar.

· Having a cold within two weeks prior to the race date.

· Other diseases unsuitable for sports.

· Those suffering from altitude sickness.

· Others unsuitable for participation (e.g., pregnancy, suffering from pre-race fatigue, and excessive pre-race alcohol consumption).

You can view the complete rules regarding registration qualifications at mgucn.saihuitong.com. If an applicant registers using incomplete race proof, non-compliant methods, or deceptive means, the Organizing Committee reserves the right to cancel their entry and will not refund the registration fee. Please note: In the event of race length changes, abnormal termination of the race, or race cancellation, the points will be recalculated based on the actual situation at that time.

iv. List of Races for Direct Entry to "2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra"

a. Athletes who participate in and complete the above races in 2024 or 2025 are granted direct entry for the corresponding categories of the 2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra.

b. Athletes referred by the Organizing Committees of the above-mentioned races, subject to meeting the registration requirements for the respective categories, are eligible to obtain direct entry qualification for the corresponding categories of the 2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra.

c. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to make additions, reductions, or adjustments to the above list of races for direct entry to "2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra" based on the status of the events.

v. Recruitment of Elite Athletes

a. Definitions of Elite Athletes

b. Elite Athlete Benefits

c. Elite Athlete Policy

§ Applicants who meet the elite criteria and satisfy the entry qualifications for the relevant category, please send an email to gaoligong@expewise.com to apply for the registration privilege, and complete the registration within the prescribed registration period.

§ An exclusive start zone is designated for elite athletes.

§ After obtaining elite athlete entry qualification, athletes must attend official activities arranged by the Organizing Committee upon invitation, including but not limited to press conferences, elite athlete meet-and-greets, and opening and closing ceremonies.

§ The ITRA Performance Index (PI) for elite athletes will be calculated based on the scores as of February 1, 2026.

§ The Organizing Committee has the final right of decision regarding the qualification review of elite athletes.

2. Race Registration

You can pay the registration fee through secure channels on the Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra WeChat Official Account or the official website; payment methods include WeChat Pay and Alipay and others available.

i. Registration Time

From October 3 06:00 PM 2025 to December 26 12:00 AM 2025; the Organizing Committee will issue a separate notice regarding supplementary registration matters based on the registration status.

ii. Registration Fees

After the opening of race registration, registrations made before October 20 11:59 PM 2025 are eligible for the "Early Bird Price". Registrations made after October 21 12:00 AM 2025 will be charged with the regular fee.

a. The registration fee includes all race service fees mentioned in the existing regulation documents.

b. Except for the MGU (168KM) category where a decision point is set during the race, once athletes in other categories register, the Organizing Committee will no longer provide category change services, and athletes cannot change their category for any reason.

c. For the MGU (168KM) category, after choosing to switch to the RCE (120KM) category at the decision point, the registration fee will not be refunded or adjusted.

iii. Refund Policy

a. Any application for race cancellation must be submitted by the athlete via email or written correspondence; cancellations cannot be requested via telephone.

b. Refunded registration fees will be returned via the original payment channel used at the time of registration, such as WeChat Pay, Alipay, bank cards, credit cards, etc. The refund ratios are as follows.

c. Registration is strictly on a real-name basis. Entries are non-transferable regardless of any reason.

d. In the event of force majeure resulting in the cancellation of the race, athletes will receive a partial refund of the registration fee; the specific refund amount will be announced separately.

3. Participation Instructions

Participating in the Gaoligong Ultra implies an awareness of the race distance and risks. Prior to the race, athletes must possess the ability to be self-sufficient in mountainous areas and to control and manage problems that may arise from conditions related to this type of event. Furthermore, athletes must be fully prepared for the following situations, and possess the ability to fulfill and promise to comply with the following rules.

i. Understand how to cope, without external assistance, with adverse climatic conditions resulting from altitude (nighttime, low temperatures, intense sun exposure, strong winds, thunderstorms, heavy fog, rain, or snow).

ii. Understand how to control and manage (even when alone) physical or psychological problems arising from high altitude, extreme fatigue, gastrointestinal issues, muscle or joint pain, and various minor ailments.

iii. Fully understand that safety during such events in mountainous terrain depends on the runner's own capacity for adaptation or ability to resolve foreseeable problems.

iv. Be fully acknowledge and overcome these aforementioned difficulties and obstacles, as the Organizing Committee will only provide corresponding supplementary assistance.

v. Every runner must respect nature, respect all relevant race staff, comply with existing race regulations, and accept the constraints of these rules without reservation.

vi. Ensure the ability to receive email and SMS notifications regarding race-related information.

4. Semi-self-sufficiency

Participation on an independent and semi-self-sufficient basis is a fundamental principle of this race. The Gaoligong Ultra is a trail running event held on prime hiking routes within the Tengchong and Gaoligong Mountain regions. Each race category holds its own significance and offers a unique experience; athletes are required to employ different racing strategies and paces to finish within the specified time limits.

The definition of semi-self-sufficiency is that athletes must have the capacity for self-sufficiency between two aid stations. Self-sufficiency extends beyond food to include aspects related to clothing and safety; athletes must possess the ability to adapt to problems they encounter or may encounter (adverse weather, physical issues, injuries, etc.).

This principle is incorporated into the following rules:

i. Each athlete must carry the race gear (refer to the Race Gear List for all items) throughout the entire race. During the entire race, referees may inspect the backpack, its weight, and its contents. Athletes are obliged to accept such inspections with a friendly attitude; any violation may result in disqualification.

ii. The Organizing Committee provides beverages and food at designated aid stations for on-site consumption. Additionally, drinking water or energy drinks are provided for athletes to refill their own bottles or hydration packs. Upon leaving each aid station, athletes must ensure they are carrying sufficient water and food to sustain themselves until the next aid station.

iii. Aid Stations

a. Athletes in the MGU (168km) are permitted to receive assistance from others only at CP4 (Long Wen Qiao), CP7 (Da Hao Ping), CP9 (San Jie Bei), CP12 (Qiao Jie Cun), and CP15 (Sha Ba Lin Chang). The RCE (120km) category is permitted to receive assistance from others only at CP4 (Long Wen Qiao), CP7 (Da Hao Ping), and CP11 (Sha Ba Lin Chang).

b. For the THT (55km), TCZ (35km), and GEP (15km) categories, assistance from others is prohibited at any location throughout the entire race.

c. Assistance must be conducted within the designated areas and by only one person. The person providing assistance must not use any specialized equipment and is allowed to carry one bag with a maximum capacity of 30 liters. Assistance from others is prohibited at non-designated aid stations and at any location along the racecourse.

d. If any athlete requires assistance at designated aid stations (i.e., non-official supplies provided by family, friends, or teams), they must apply for an Assistance Pass in advance. Individuals without a valid Assistance Pass are not permitted to enter the assistance area; violators will be requested to leave, and this may affect the results of the relevant athlete.

e. Elite athletes in the MGU (168km) and RCE (120km) categories may apply for Assistance Pass free of charge. As quotas for each category are limited, the "Apply for Assistance Pass" option must be selected during registration. Upon submission and subsequent approval by the Organizing Committee, the Assistance Pass and assistance wristband will be distributed together with the race pack.

f. The application channel for Assistance Pass for non-elite athletes will open 2 months prior to the race; quotas are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

g. Athletes who have applied for Assistance Pass and have passed the review of the Organizing Committee shall, prior to the race, download the Rules for Assistance Services on the official website for the event, carefully read the latest provisions, and sign the Letter of Commitment for Assistance to ensure compliant participation in the event.

h. Assistance personnel shall, at the time of collecting race materials, submit their identity document together with the athlete’s Letter of Authorization and Letter of Commitment for Assistance, and thereafter obtain the assistance credential and the dedicated assistance wristband.

Special reminder: The Organizing Committee will strictly control the quota for assistance passes; assistance personnel shall enter the aid station within 30 minutes prior to the athlete’s expected arrival time; they must complete cleanup and leave the assistance area within 30 minutes after the athlete’s departure; it is recommended that the duration of any single assistance operation does not exceed 15 minutes to avoid affecting other athletes; it is prohibited to provide assistance within the 50-meter zone surrounding the aid stations.

Receiving assistance at stations other than the designated ones, or on the racecourse within 50 meters from a designated aid station, violates the principle of semi self-sufficiency, and the Organizing Committee resumes the right to impose penalties for such violations to uphold the value of the event. In the above contents, “others” refer to persons other than official event station service staff, referees, volunteers, and the event’s official medical or emergency professionals.

III. Race Rules

The race rules are intended to ensure that the event is conducted in a safe, orderly, and regulated manner, while embodying the principles of fairness, impartiality, and openness in race. These Rules apply to all categories of the “2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra.” The Organizing Committee reserves its right to formulate, amend, and enforce these rules, which all athletes must fully understand and comply with.

1. Timing and Results

i. Timing Chip

a. Chip timing is used in this event. The timing chip is a device for recording individual results. Please wear the bib containing the timing chip in a prominent and clearly visible position on the front of your body. Athletes shall bear responsibility for any missing results caused by the timing chip being covered.

b. Timing Checkpoints

Athletes must pass each timing checkpoint in sequence during the race. If an athlete misses the result from any timing checkpoint, they will not be included in the ranking of results, and in serious cases their race result will be cancelled. In addition to the timing points announced by the Organizing Committee, temporary timing points may also be established on the course. The results recorded at these temporary timing points shall equally be used as the basis for the Organizing Committee's official time determination.

c. Missing Results

If results are missing for reasons not personally attributable to the athlete, they may apply for result supplementation by providing valid evidence for the missing segment. Upon determination and approval by the timing judges, the Organizing Committee will supplement the missing result. Such evidence must be provided within 24 hours after the overall event cutoff time; applications for supplementation of missing results will not be accepted thereafter.

d. Rules for Timing-Based Ranking

§ Except for the FTR (5 km) category, net time shall be used as the official basis for ranking results in all categories.

§ Athletes must start within 15 minutes after the designated start time for their registered category. Anyone who has not crossed the start line within 15 minutes after the start time shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the race and will be treated as a DNS (Did Not Start).

§ For MGU (168 km), RCE (120 km), THT (55 km), and TCZ (35 km), there will be an overall ranking within each category, separate men’s and women’s rankings, and men’s and women’s age-group rankings. (Age groups: a: 20–39 years, b: 40–49 years, c: 50–59 years, d: 60 years and above.) Men and women will be ranked separately within each age group, and the male and female athletes who place first in their respective age groups will receive additional awards.

§ In the MGU (168 km) category, a decision point will be set at CP7 (Da Hao Ping). Based on their own race condition at that time, athletes may decide either to continue the remaining course of the MGU (168 km) or to transfer to the RCE (120 km) category. Once an athlete confirms transfer to the RCE (120 km) category at this point, they will no longer be eligible for the overall rankings and awards of either the MGU or RCE categories, but they may still receive a personal result for the corresponding distance, as well as the corresponding post-race materials for the RCE category (including finisher medal, commemorative apparel, etc.), and they are also illegible for the corresponding ITRA points.

e. Special Rules for Ranking and Awards in Exceptional Circumstances

§ If an emergency course is activated during the race, athletes who complete the race via the emergency course shall be ranked after those who complete the race on the original course.

§ If a race is temporarily terminated during the event, athletes who have not completed the race shall not be ranked and shall not receive awards.

§ For other circumstances affecting timing and ranking, the Organizing Committee will, based on the actual situation, determine and adjust the timing and ranking rules.

ii. Check-In

a. Check-in Times and Locations

b. Gear Check at the Start Line

§ Referees and staff at the entrance to the assembly area will conduct random inspections of athletes’ race gear.

§ Any athlete who, during such inspection, is found not to be carrying the mandatory race gear shall be required to make up the missing items in accordance with the referee’s instructions; otherwise, the referees shall have the right to cancel the athlete’s qualification to compete.

iii. Start

All categories shall assemble in sequence in the order of elite athletes followed by mass-participation athletes, and the race shall commence with a single-gun start.

iv. Cut-off Times

a. The overall cut-off times for each category are as follows (calculated from the time of the starting gun):

§ MGU (168 km): 47 hours

§ RCE (120 km): 32 hours

§ THT (55 km): 12.5 hours

§ TCZ (35 km): 8.5 hours

§ GEP (15 km): 4 hours

§ FTR (5 km): 2 hours

b. The cut-off times at each cut-off checkpoint will be announced before the race in the handbook and on the official website. Any adjustments to the cut-off times (under special circumstances) will be announced via text messages, email, and on the website.

c. The cut-off checkpoints and cut-off times are set according to the characteristics and difficulty of each category. Athletes must complete check-in at each cut-off checkpoint and leave the checkpoint before its cut-off time.

d. At each cut-off checkpoint, all athletes are required to complete check-in and leave before the cut-off time; any athlete who fails to leave by the cut-off time shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the race. Withdrawn athletes shall, as instructed by the staff, enter the waiting area to await collection and shuttle transport, and may not re-enter the course.

e. Cut-off times may be temporarily adjusted due to factors such as weather or delayed starts, and athletes must comply with the instructions of the checkpoint staff.

v. Race Gear

a. Rules on Race Gear

§ Before collecting race materials, athletes must bring all items listed in the race gear checklist for inspection; those who do not meet the requirements will not be allowed to collect their race materials.

§ During the race, athletes must carry all race gear corresponding to their registered category at all times. The Organizing Committee will conduct gear checks at the start/finish area, aid stations, and along the course. Athletes must cooperate unconditionally. Those who fail the inspection will be subject to penalties imposed by the Organizing Committee; for details, see the provisions on Violations and Penalties.

§ Consumable race gear (emergency blanket, energy food, first-aid kit) may not be discarded after use. New items may only be obtained at a checkpoint upon presentation of the used gear or its packaging.

§ The Organizing Committee reserves the right, prior to the race, to add to the types and quantities of race gear required, based on weather conditions.

b. Race Gear Checklist

Note

§ The race bib, timing chip, participation wristband, and GPS locator are provided by the Organizing Committee and shall be collected together with the race pack before the event.

§ The Organizing Committee reserves the right, prior to the event and in light of weather conditions, to increase the types and quantities of mandatory safety gear, including but not limited to the following:

o For hot weather: sunglasses, sun hat or any combination that can fully cover the head, sunscreen, and water containers with a total capacity of more than 2 liter.

o For cold weather: warm hat, waterproof shell pants, and an additional insulating layer (fleece or a compressible down jacket is recommended).

c. Detailed Provisions on Race Gear

The timing chip is the personal device by which the athlete obtains their official result. The chip has been pre-attached to the back of the race bib; do not tear it off, bend it, or place it in a strong magnetic field or high-temperature environment. Once the chip is damaged, it will be unable to record the athlete’s race result. During the race, the race bib must be worn in a prominent and clearly visible position on the front of the body. Any missing result caused by the race bib (timing chip) being covered shall be the sole responsibility of the athlete.

The wristband is an important credential for athletes to enjoy the event-related services provided by the Organizing Committee. Once it is lost, the athlete will no longer be entitled to such services, including but not limited to taking the shuttle buses.

d. Recommended Gear Checklist

Special Reminder:

§ Based on the principle of protecting historic cultural relics and sites, athletes in the MGU 168 km category are advised, during the section from CP7 (Da Hao Ping) to CP8 (81 Hao Jie Bei), to minimize the use of trekking poles, or to use trekking poles with tip protectors, so as to reduce as far as possible any damage to the flagstone surface of the ancient trail.

§ For any category, if an athlete does not have trekking poles at the start of the race, the use of trekking poles during the race is likewise prohibited.

§ For all categories, trekking poles may not be placed in any stored bag.

vi. Withdrawal and Return

a. Unless suffering a physical injury, athletes may not withdraw from the race anywhere that is not a checkpoint. Athletes who decide to withdraw must inform the person in charge at the checkpoint or notify the Race Command Center of their decision to withdraw.

b. Athletes must complete check-in at each cut-off checkpoint before its cut-off time; any athlete who fails to check in by the deadline shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the race.

c. If an athlete decides to withdraw between two checkpoints, they must proceed to the nearest checkpoint and declare withdrawal at that checkpoint. 

d. Athletes who have withdrawn must allow the staff to make the corresponding mark in the designated area of their race bib. They must keep their race bib properly, as it serves as identification for taking shuttle buses and for receiving race supplies, medical services, and other related services.

e. Any athlete who has not passed the start line (timing device) more than 15 minutes after the scheduled start time shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the race.

f. Medical personnel and rescue personnel have the right to require an athlete to withdraw from the race based on the athlete’s condition.

g. Any athlete who, during random inspections at the start/finish area or on the course, is found not to be carrying the required race gear shall be mandatorily withdrawn. Any athlete who refuses to undergo a gear inspection or who fails such an inspection shall likewise be mandatorily withdrawn.

h. Any athlete who does not start in accordance with the race’s prescribed start time shall be mandatorily withdrawn.

i. Procedure for Return after withdrawal

o Withdrawn athletes may take the shuttle bus provided by the Organizing Committee at checkpoints where shuttle service is available to return to the finish.

o Withdrawn athletes who are at other checkpoints and whose physical condition does not require specially arranged evacuation services must proceed as soon as possible to the nearest checkpoint with shuttle service and take the shuttle bus back to the finish.

o For checkpoints that can only be reached by small vehicles or off-road vehicles:

§ If conditions permit, when the checkpoint is closed, the Organizing Committee will shuttle the withdrawn athletes remaining at that checkpoint to the finish.

§ If the race is partially or completely suspended due to adverse weather, the Organizing Committee will arrange for the evacuation of athletes as soon as possible.

vii. Violations and Penalties

Athletes who violate the race rules shall be subject to penalties including time penalties, disqualification from the race, and permanent disqualification from future participation. The specific violations and corresponding penalties are as follows.

viii. Reporting, Appeals, and Rulings

a. A Dispute Resolution Committee is established for the event to resolve relevant disputes. The Committee is composed of representatives of the event organizer, the event operator, the Race Director, the Chief Referee, athlete representatives, and other relevant personnel as required by the Organizing Committee.

b. The Dispute Resolution Committee accepts reports regarding violations committed by athletes. However, only real-name reports submitted by the complainant themself will be accepted, and evidence of the reported person’s violation must be provided before the end of race of the corresponding category. Photographs, videos, and audio recordings may all serve as evidentiary materials. After the Dispute Resolution Committee has collected evidence, it will make the corresponding ruling and, as appropriate, publish the decision through official channels.

c. Any person who holds objections regarding race results, referees’ officiating, or an athlete’s eligibility and wishes to file an appeal must submit a written appeal to the Arbitration Committee within 24 hours after the end of the race for the corresponding category, and at the same time pay an appeal fee of CNY 500. If the appeal is upheld, the appeal fee will be refunded.

d. Method of appeal: the appealing athlete must submit the appeal by email within 24 hours after the end of the corresponding race. The email shall be sent to: gaoligong@expewise.com.

e. Within the time limits stipulated by the Event Regulations, the Arbitration Committee has the authority to rule on all differing opinions related to timing that arise during the event. The rulings it makes are final and not subject to further appeal.

IV. Race Organization

1. Race Bib

a. The Organizing Committee will announce the race numbers before the event. Athletes may access their race numbers on the official website. The Organizing Committee will also inform athletes of their race numbers via email and text message. Athletes may contact the Organizing Committee in a timely manner for questions.

b. When collecting the race bib, athletes must submit the following materials:

§ An identity document consistent with that used at registration.

§ All race gear required by the event.

§ Medical certificate: Athletes in the MGU/RCE/THT/TCZ/GEP categories must submit a qualified physical examination report issued by a formal medical institution within three months prior to the race (which must include a normal/qualified electrocardiogram report). The race bib will not be issued without a qualified electrocardiogram report provided.

a. Athletes must wear the race bib on the chest or abdominal area throughout the entire race and must ensure that the race bib is clearly visible. The race bib must be placed on the outermost layer of clothing worn by the athlete and must not be worn on the legs or on the race pack. The athlete’s name and number on the bib must not be altered or concealed. The race bib also serves as identification for taking shuttle buses and for receiving race supplies, medical rescue, bag deposit/collection, and other services. Unless the athlete refuses to comply with the decisions of race officials, the race bib may not be removed at any time; discarding the race bib shall be deemed disqualification of the athlete.

2. Bag Deposit

a. For the MGU category, each athlete will receive one storage bag and two change-of-clothes bags, each with a capacity of up to 30 liters, which shall be deposited at the start area before the race. Upon completion of the start process, the storage bag will be transported to the finish; the change-of-clothes bags will be transported respectively to the changeover points at CP7 (Da Hao Ping) and CP12 (Qiao Jie). After athletes use the change-of-clothes bags at these changeover points, the bags will be transported back to the finish area.

b. For the RCE category, each athlete will receive one storage bag and one change-of-clothes bag, each with a capacity of up to 30 liters, which shall be deposited at the start area before the race. Upon completion of the start process, the storage bag will be transported to the finish area; the change-of-clothes bag will, after the start, be transported to the changeover point at CP7 (Da Hao Ping). After athletes use the change-of-clothes bag at the changeover point, the bag will be transported back to the finish area.

c. For the THT/TCZ categories, each athlete will receive one storage bag with a capacity of up to 30 liters, which shall be deposited at the start area before the race and will be transported to the finish upon completion of the start process.

d. For the GEP category, each athlete will receive one storage bag with a capacity of up to 30 liters, which shall be deposited at the start before the race and will be transported to the finish upon completion of the start process.

e. No bag deposit service is provided for the FTR category.

f. For categories where bag deposit service is provided, athletes may retrieve their storage bags at the finish area and must present their race bib when doing so. The collection deadline 2 hours after the end of the race. If collection is made after 2 hours, athletes must go to the location designated by the Organizing Committee personally to collect their bags.

g. Due to logistical constraints, the return transport of change-of-clothes bags for the MGU/RCE categories may be delayed. The Organizing Committee does not guarantee that all change-of-clothes bags for MGU/RCE athletes will have been transported back to the finish area at the time each athlete arrives, but it is guaranteed that all change-of-clothes bags will be transported back by the end of the race.

h. The Organizing Committee will only transport the storage bags and change-of-clothes bags issued by the event. Trekking poles may not be placed inside any bag. The Organizing Committee will not inspect, clean, or register the contents of the bags. Consequently, the Organizing Committee will not accept any disputes from participants regarding the condition of the bags' contents. Please refrain from placing any valuables inside your drop bags.

3. Race Courses

a. Course-marking materials such as fabric markers, route flags, reflective stickers, strobe lights, and signboards will be used as directional indicators along the courses.

b. Before the race, the Organizing Committee will upload electronic route tracks for each category for athletes to download according to their respective category.

c. During the race, if no course markings are seen for more than 300 meters, athletes must use the preloaded map on their mobile phone to verify whether they are on the correct route. If they have deviated from the route, they must return to relocate the course markings.

d. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to adjust, for each race category, the start times, cut-off times, and other aspects of the course.

4. Aid Stations

a. The Organizing Committee will ensure that beverages and food are provided at aid stations along the course for athletes to consume on site. Athletes may use the drinking water and sports drinks provided to fill their own water containers and hydration bladders; bringing personal drinking containers and tableware are part of the required gear. Before leaving an aid station, athletes must carefully check that they are carrying sufficient food and drink to ensure they have enough supplies until they reach the next aid station.

b. Only athletes who have passed inspection and are wearing a clearly visible race bib are permitted to enter the aid stations and rest areas.

c. Detailed information on supplies will be announced before the race. A complete list of aid stations, together with the supplies and services provided at each station, will be published in the race handbook and in the relevant sections of the official website.

5. Rest Areas

a. In the MGU (168 km) category, rest areas equipped with cots and blankets will be available at CP7 and CP12; in the RCE (120 km) category, such a rest area will be prepared at CP7. They are provided exclusively for athletes to take brief rests and may under no circumstances be used for overnight stays.

b. For the THT (55 km), TCZ (35 km), and GEP (15 km) categories, no rest areas equipped with cots and blankets will be provided during the race.

6. Medical and Rescue Assistance

a. The medical rescue support system of the event is composed of a medical treatment team and a rescue team. The former is made up of ambulances, doctors, nurses, and medical volunteers, and is responsible for medical work at and in the vicinity of aid stations, as well as for transferring athletes to designated hospitals in emergency situations. The latter is composed of professional rescue personnel and rescue vehicles and is responsible for providing rescue support on mountain sections at fixed rescue points along the course.

b. The Organizing Committee will set up medical and rescue support points along the course. These posts will be equipped with radio or telephone communication facilities to contact the Race Command Center on matters relating to medical rescue support (the relevant telephone numbers will be published in the race handbook and printed on the race bib). Throughout the entire event, a medical rescue team will be on duty at the Race Command Center.

c. The task of the medical and rescue support points is to assist any athlete who is in a dangerous situation.

d. When an athlete is in distress or seriously injured, he or she shall decide independently whether to obtain assistance from the medical and rescue support points by any of the following means.

§ Proceeding on their own to a medical and rescue point.

§ Calling the Race Command Center.

§ Requesting assistance from other athletes in obtaining support from the safety and rescue services.

§ Using emergency rescue procedures (dialing 120/110).

e. All athletes have a responsibility to provide assistance to any person in distress and to report the situation to the safety and rescue personnel.

f. If it is not possible to contact the Race Command Center, athletes may call directly to obtain rescue services (in particular when an athlete finds themself in an area where only emergency calls can be made). The emergency rescue numbers within China are: 110 or 120.

g. It should be clearly understood that any rescue carried out in response to environmental or race-related danger requires athletes to wait patiently, and the waiting time will usually be longer than psychologically expected. In such circumstances, the athlete’s safety depends on the quality of the race gear carried on their person.

h. All race staff, medical personnel, first-aid personnel, search-and-rescue personnel, official guides, and other relevant personnel designated by the Organizing Committee shall have the authority to enforce the following.

§ Request an athlete to withdraw from the race if they determine that the athlete is unfit to continue.

§ Require athletes to use their race gear.

§ Assist, in any manner, in evacuating athletes who are in danger.

§ Direct athletes receive treatment that is more appropriate to their needs. 

i. When an athlete contacts medical or rescue personnel to request assistance, it shall be deemed that the athlete has transferred their decision-making authority regarding race participation to others and thereby agrees to accept any decisions made on their behalf by the persons who have obtained such authority.

j. At any time, if an athlete needs to receive intravenous infusion treatment, this shall be regarded as automatic withdrawal from the race.

k. During the event, medical stations will be set up at each aid station along the course and at the finish. If an athlete faces a serious health problem, they may seek assistance from a medical station. Depending on the treatment capacity available on site, medical station personnel will provide basic treatment to athletes.

l. All athletes must always remain within the proper bounds of the course along the route, including when sleeping. Once an athlete leaves the course area without authorization, any safety issues arising thereafter will fall outside the scope of responsibility of the Organizing Committee.

7. Collection and Transport of Withdrawn Athletes

a. Sweep/collection shuttle vehicles will be arranged only at aid stations with designated cut-off times (cut-off checkpoints).

b. At non–cut-off checkpoints, the Organizing Committee will arrange vehicles as soon as possible to transfer withdrawn athletes to a cut-off checkpoint where collection shuttle vehicles are accessible.

8. Environmental Protection

Once you register for any category of the Gaoligong Ultra, it is deemed that you agree to respect the ecological environment of all areas through which the race pass. Please note the following.

a. It is strictly forbidden to discard any litter (such as energy gel tubes, paper products, organic scraps, plastic packaging, etc.) on the course.

b. The Organizing Committee recommends that all athletes carry a garbage bag with them and use it to collect their rubbish and discarded items along the course, until they reach an aid station where these can be properly disposed of.

c. Please follow the course markings and remain on the designated route and do not take shortcuts. Using unmarked shortcuts will damage the geological conditions of local areas.

d. Aid stations do not provide disposable utensils. Athletes must bring their own tableware (such as collapsible bowls and portable chopsticks or forks). Water bottles and other disposable packaged items are not allowed to be taken away from the aid stations.

9. Anti-Doping

All athletes are obliged to submit to anti-doping controls before, during, and after the race. If an athlete refuses or fails to appear for any required anti-doping test, they shall be subject to the same penalties as for the use of prohibited substances, including withdrawal from the race, disqualification of results, and permanent disqualification from future participation.

10. Insurance

a. The Organizing Committee will procure personal accident insurance for all athletes and event service personnel for the duration of the race.

b. If, due to incomplete or inaccurate registration information provided by an athlete, the insurance cannot be purchased or the insurance coverage is rendered invalid, the responsibility shall be borne by the athlete.

c. The insurance policy purchased by the Organizing Committee is personal accident insurance; adverse consequences arising from the athlete’s own illnesses or physical conditions do not fall within the scope of such accident insurance.

d. If athletes have special needs, they may purchase appropriate supplementary insurance on their own, but the insurance policy must include coverage for the costs of search, rescue, and evacuation services carried out within the territory of China. The choice of insurer is at the discretion of the athlete. 

§ The method of evacuation and the choice of the relevant medical institution (hospital) shall be entirely determined by the search-and-rescue and medical personnel.

§ The costs arising from special search-and-rescue operations and evacuation shall be borne by the person receiving assistance. Athletes are responsible for creating their personal file and providing it to their insurance company before the specified deadline

§ Note: The costs incurred for evacuation by helicopter shall be borne by the athlete. The choice of evacuation method shall be entirely decided by the Organizing Committee, which will place the safety of athletes as its priority.

11. Portrait Rights and Copyright

a. The Organizing Committee owns the copyright to all event photos and videos taken during the race, including those containing the images of athletes, and may exercise the corresponding rights thereto. Only the Organizing Committee is entitled to transfer the right of use of such images by means of certification or authorization.

b. All athletes hereby declare that they waive their portrait rights in connection with this event. Hence, athletes shall not claim any rights or benefits in respect of the use of their portrait by the Organizing Committee or its partners. Only the Organizing Committee has the right to transfer the right of portrait use to the media, and such transfer must be validated through certification and proof of rights.

c. “Gaoligong, MGU, RCE, THT, TCZ, GEP, FTR, 高黎贡超级山径赛 (Gaoligong Ultra), 倾听高黎贡的声音 (Listen to the Sound of Gaoligong)” and other related names are trademarks in the process of registration. All communications or uses of images related to this event must respect the official event name and registered trademarks and may only be used with the official permission of the Organizing Committee.

12. Independent Sponsorship

Athletes who receive independent sponsorship may only display sponsor logos on the clothing and gear they wear and use during the race. It is prohibited to use any other promotional materials (such as flags, banners, etc.) at any location along the course, including the start and finish areas. Violations will result in penalties.

13. Personal Information Protection Policy

a. All personal information provided by athletes at the time of registration will be used strictly for matters related to internal event management. Such information includes, but is not limited to, name, telephone number, and email address.

b. Unless the athlete gives written consent, their personal information will not be used for any other purpose.

c. Athletes may adjust and amend the information they have provided to the Organizing Committee. If an athlete wishes to obtain their personal registration information, they shall send an email to the Organizing Committee at: gaoligong@expewise.com, and indicate their name and race number in the email.

V. Ranking and Awards

The Gaoligong Ultra takes reverence for nature, respect for history, and self-renewal as its mission, and is committed to promoting and protecting the ecological and cultural diversity of the Gaoligong Mountains.

1. For the MGU, RCE, THT, and TCZ categories, all athletes who participate in the race and finish within the prescribed time limit will receive a special finisher medal and finisher apparel.

2. For the GEP and FTR categories, all athletes who participate in the race and finish within the prescribed time limit will receive a special finisher medal.

3. For the MGU, RCE, THT, TCZ, and GEP categories, only athletes who complete all required timing checkpoints and reach the finish within the designated cut-off time will be officially ranked, with separate men’s and women’s rankings.

4. For the FTR category, there will be no timing or result ranking.

5. For the MGU, RCE, THT, and TCZ categories, there will also be separate men’s and women’s rankings by age group (a: 20–39 years, b: 40–49 years, c: 50–59 years, d: 60 years and above). The male and female runners who place first in each age group will receive additional awards.

6. For the MGU individual rankings, all finishers will be ranked overall, and the top eight men and top eight women will each be awarded trophies and prizes featuring the clouded leopard, a rare species unique to the Gaoligong Mountains, and will be conferred the title of “Great General.” The titles are as follows:

· First place: The Grand General of the Untouchable Path (literally: not touching the ground)

· Second place: The Grand General Who Outruns the Feathered (literally: surpassing flying birds)

· Third place: The Grand General of the Nightfall Gallop (literally: galloping through the night)

· Fourth place: The Grand General Who Leaps Past the Shadow (literally: leaping past the shadow)

· Fifth place: The Grand General of Surpassing Brilliance (literally: outshining the radiance)

· Sixth place: The Grand General Who Transcends Light (literally: exceeding light, with ten forms)

· Seventh place: The Grand General Who Commands the Mist (literally: leaping on the mist)

· Eighth place: The Grand General with Winged Command (literally: possessing wings on the flanks)

7. All finishers in the RCE, THT, and TCZ categories will be ranked, and the top three male and top three female individual finishers in each of the three categories will be awarded category-specific trophies and prizes.

8. In the MGU and RCE categories, the male and female athletes who record the shortest time on the section from CP4 to CP5 will each receive a special award for the fastest ascent.

9. Finishers in the MGU, RCE, THT, and TCZ categories will each receive the corresponding ITRA (International Trail Running Association) points.

10. Prize

The purpose of setting monetary prize is to encourage the athletes who have trained diligently over a long period, live in harmony with nature, and have made outstanding contributions and served as exemplary figures in promoting the sport of trail running.

· When the prize money is disbursed, 20% individual income tax will be withheld in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations of China.

· Prize money will be awarded in the MGU, RCE, THT, and TCZ categories as follows, with the top eight men and top eight women in each category receiving awards.

11. Trophies and non-monetary prizes will be distributed at the awards ceremony; prize money will not be disbursed on site. The list of monetary prize winners will be published on the official website within 24 hours after the event ends. If no objections are raised during a public-notice period of 10 working days, the prize money will be paid out within 60 working days. Chinese nationals who place in the top three in the individual men’s and women’s rankings of the MGU and RCE categories will receive prize money in Chinese Yuan at the equivalent amount based the published exchange rate on the first working day after the race (March 23, 2026).

12. The results of all athletes will be published on the website: mgucn.saihuitong.com/

VI. Special Circumstances

1. The Organizing Committee reserves the right, at any time, to make modification to the course, start time, checkpoint cutoff times, the locations of aid stations or safety stations, and any other aspects necessary to ensure the smooth running of the event.

2. In the event of force majeure, severe weather, or any other circumstances that may put athletes’ safety at risk, the Organizing Committee reserves the right to enforce the following.

· Modify the start time.

· Modify the course.

· Adjust checkpoint cutoff times.

· Cancel the event or suspend a race that is in progress.

3. If the event is cancelled due to force majeure more than 15 days before the race, the Organizing Committee will refund part of the registration fee, with the amount to be determined based on the non-refundable expenses already incurred. If the event is cancelled within 15 days prior to its published start date, no registration fee will be refunded.

VII. Imaging Services

1. Unauthorized support filming by personal photographers accompanying the athlete is strictly prohibited within 500 meters before and after any race service point. Should a violation be discovered, the Organizing Committee reserves the right to immediately disqualify the participant from continuing the race.

2. The Organizing Committee will implement strict credential management for all commissioned or arranged photographers. Access to the start/finish areas and the course for the purpose of providing imaging services will only be granted upon presentation of the corresponding category of accreditation.

3. The Organizing Committee has officially commissioned photographers and videographers for this event to provide participants with high-definition images and videos. Any act by an individual or organization, without the express written permission of the Organizing Committee, to capture photographic, video, or other visual materials at the start/finish lines or any section of the course, and to subsequently attempt to sell such materials, shall be deemed an act of infringement. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to pursue legal action against the infringing parties.

VIII. Other Services

Starting from March 2026, the race handbook can be downloaded from the official website of the event (mgucn.saihuitong.com). The handbook contains information such as the schedule, course maps, locations of aid stations, medical rescue points, assistance stations, and other details.

IX. Contact Information for the Organizing Committee

If you have any questions or special circumstances, please contact the Organizing Committee through the following channels:

· Official email: gaoligong@expewise.com

· Official website: mgucn.saihuitong.com

· WeChat Official Account: 高黎贡超级山径赛

· Sina Weibo: @高黎贡超级山径赛

· Xiaohongshu: 高黎贡超级山径赛

· WeChat Video Channel: 云南行知探索

· Douyin (Chinese TikTok) Account: 云南行知探索

· Contact phone number: 0871-6562 9970 (Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:00, 14:00–18:00)

The Organizing Committee of

The 2026 ANTA GUANJUN Tengchong Gaoligong Ultra