OVERVIEW

The SVR Fishbone Trail Challenge (SFTC) was originally inspired by two of Brunei's Asia Trail Grand Masters (GM) and renowned senior veteran runners. The SFTC takes the shape of the course's route, which resembles a fishbone. The 25km course with approximately 2000m Elevation Gain will lead runners through hills and ridges of a popular trail prepared by local hiking/trail enthusiasts. Participants will run the ridges of Bukit Subok (BSB) and Bukit Kamser (Serdang) and will face gruelling and painful hill inclines that seems to go forever.

EVENT ITINERARY

: 0500hrs till 0615hrs – Check in & Mandatory item checks
: 0620hrs – Doa recitation
: 0630hrs – Flag Off
: 1630hrs – Cut-off Time (COT)
: 1700hrs – Prize Presentation and dismiss

ROUTE COURSE

See Annex A

REGULATIONS

ACCEPTING THE RULES OF THE RACE

Participants upon registering for SFTC agree to the following:

• Adhere to MOH Brunei guidelines for COVID 19;
• Adhere to the SFTC event rules and regulations at all times during participation;
• Adhere to instructions addressed by the organisers;
• Accept the risks associated with trail running and the outdoors;
• To compete in a fair and sensible manner without resorting to any form of cheating or going against the spirit of the race;
• To compete and complete the event drug free (i.e. without resorting to illegal medicines or substances);
• Dispose all litter appropriately (i.e. no littering on the race course);

All runners must adhere to the set rules and regulations, as well as the medical declaration that they do not suffer from any of the stated medical conditions in order to participate in this event. Should you suffer from any of the following, you MUST inform the race organisers immediately.

Runners suffering the following medical conditions ARE NOT ALLOWED to participate in this event:

• Congenital or rheumatic heart conditions
• Hypertension
• Myocarditis and other heart conditions
• Coronary heart disease, coronary arterial disease
• Serious arrhythmia
• Diabetes
• Any other disease which can be aggravated by running

REGISTRATION

The online registration starts on 25 Jan 2021 and closes on 7 Feb 2021 or when race slots are full (whichever comes first). It will be on the first come, first serve basis. The participating fee is BND25 per runner. You will be notified via WA or email within 72 hrs of receiving your race entry registration. Upon confirmation of your race entry, you are expected to pay the entry fees within 72 hrs. Fees can be transferred via BIBD online. You are only officially registered when payment has been confirmed.

BIBD Account : 00-001-02-1243735

You must make sure to send a screen shot copy of the transfer slip or details to [email protected], or Whatsapp to the race official that contacted you.

Note:This is a non-refundable event. However, runners may request for a bib transfer to another non-registered runner 7 days before race day.

CATEGORY

Open Category - Male / Female (must be at least 18 years old on 4th April 2021). Participants below 18 years needs guardian consent.

Veteran - Male / Female (must be at least 45 years old on 4th Apr 2021)

SUPPORT/ASSISTANCE

This is a self-sufficient event i.e. bring your own water & nutrition. There will be cool boxes with drinks set up by locals for sale along the race route. You are advised to bring sufficient cash if you wish to purchase from them. Race organisers will only provide ONE water station at the halfway checkpoint, Bukit Kamser. Support crew is allowed however this is a 'No Pacer' event i.e. participants with pacers will be Disqualified(DQ). Support Crew must comply with all instructions of Organisers or nominated Marshalls/Crew.

Note: No cups are available at the water stations, participants are advised to use personal reusable cups or use their bottles/flask.

MANDATORY AND RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

Each participant must wear proper Trail Running gear/attire and present their mandatory equipment during check-in in order to get their race-bib/bracelet and agree to carry and keep it with them throughout the event. The mandatory equipment listed below:

• Running pack / Pouch to carry mandatory gear throughout the race. Shorts with built-in pouch is acceptable.
• Hydration bladder / Bottles with minimum 1 liter capacity.
• Emergency Whistle
• Basic First Aid Kit - for treatment of minor wound and injuries.
• Handphones Number provided to organizer during registration. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race.
• Mandatory equipment will be checked at random checkpoints (CP). Organisers will apply 15 minutes penalty for 1 missing equipment. (i.e. 15 minutes will be added to his/her finishing time)

Other recommended item includes:

• Trekking Poles
• Hats or Bandana or Buff
• Sunglasses
• Money (to purchase drinks along the route and transport arrangement)
• Food reserve (e.g. Power gel/bar)
• Reusable bowl/cup
• Sunscreen
• Hot/Cold Spray

WAIVER

By submitting the entry forms, participants acknowledged having read and agreed to the release and waiver.

Race bracelet will only be issued to runners when presented with a photo ID i.e. identity card.

NO ID, NO BRACELET

RACE BIBS AND BRACELETS

Race-bibs and Race bracelets are handed over to each runner upon presentation of:

• Photo ID: A copy of the IC card or drivers license card is acceptable;
• Completed check of the mandatory equipment;

Race bib must be worn in front and completely visible throughout the race. It must not be altered.

Race bracelet must be returned to organizer after the race (either DNF and/or Finish). Participants will be charged at a cost of BND50.00 if the bracelet is not returned to the organisers.

CHECKS POINTS & MARKERS

Runners must ensure they report to the race officials at the nominated check points.Markers are positioned on the left side of the race trail path. There are two color markers, Blue & Red. Trail path going out to Bt Kamser are marked with blue markers whilst red markers are for the return route to the START/FINISH line.

CUT-OFF TIMES (COT) & TIME LIMIT

The COT for finishing the race is 10 hours. In order to continue the race all participants must reach the middle checkpoint at Bukit Kamser within 5 hours after flag-off time.

FIRST AID STATION

There are 2 First Aid stations allocated, one at the START/FINISH line and the other one is at Bt Kamser Check Point.

Runners may call for medical assistance by:

• going to First Aid station or
• going to nearest Check point or
• calling the Race Official (number will be announced later) or
• request a fellow runner to alert Race Officials.

Every runner is expected to assist fellow runners found injured or in danger, and alert the race officials immediately.

FINISHER

Participants who have completed the race within the COT are entitled with the Finisher's medal. Finishers are also entitled to purchase one (1) Finisher's t-shirt.

The top 5 titles for each category is based on their fastest time and will each receive a prize.

DROP OUT

Runners wishing to DNF the race must do so only at the nominated Check points (CP) and must inform the race officials at that CP. If they are in between CP, runners will need to proceed to the nearest CP on the route.

Runners who drop out can keep their bib however the Race bracelet must be returned to the race official at that CP.

DNF runners will be responsible for their transport/movement arrangements back to the Start/Finish line.

DISQUALIFICATION

Participants found breaking the rule or cheating will be automatically disqualified (DQ).

EXCEPTIONAL CONDITIONS

The organizer reserves the right to change any aspect related to the smooth running of the event. This includes the right to cancel the event and/or stop the race in progress, if it is deemed necessary for the safety of the participants.

COVID 19 PANDEMIC

The organiser , participants and Support Crew must comply and respect the Covid19 guidelines and SOP laid out by Ministry of Health.

For crowd control purpose, only Race officials and registered participants are allowed at the Start/Finish Line Area.

ANNEX A

Sketched Map

Satelite Map