Welcome to the Cardimax-Clark Ultramarathon! I have raced a couple of road and trail ultramarathon races, both here and abroad and has been organizing races as part of my passion. Together with the organizing team and our mentors, we bring together different perspective and expertise, aiming to provide an extraordinary race experience on the roads of the Clark Freeport Zone. The Cardimax-Clark Ultramarathon race will be tough yet unforgettable. We want our runners to dig deep and explore the innate dormant strength in them. We want everyone to experience the special camaraderie and friendship among each competitor, volunteers, race officials and spectators. Thank you for joining the first edition and Congratulations! – JON LACANLALE Jon has finished the following international races: UTHK 177K in 2015, TransLantau in 2015, Trailwalker 100 (HK) in 2009, GNW100 (Australia) in 2010, UTMB (France) in 2011, Western States 100 (USA) in 2012, and Bighorn 100 (USA) in 2013. In the Philippines, some of his major races are Hardcore 100 miles (Phils. 2013, 2014, 2015)TNF 100 Philippines 2008-2014 (except 2011), Botak 100K, BDM160, 2011 first runner up, BDM102, 2009-2012, Four Lakes 100K (2013). He is a lawyer and a race organizer. He is the founder of the Clark-Miyamit Trail Race Series, Miyamit Run, Cordillera Great Traverse and Fat Ass. CONTACT: email:@atty.jonnifer@gmail.com – phone: 09175660106 – blog:jon-ultra.blogspot.com
Back in 2010, during my early years of running, I would wake up at 3am on weekends and drive to Clark with my friends to train for my first few ultramarathon races. I always enjoyed running on those nicely paved treelined roads and wide highways which is a mix of flat and rolling terrain; not to mention the wide choices of restaurants in the area. The idea of having an ultramarathon race in Clark has always been in my mind.
Tin Ferrera is an ultramarathoner and a crossfit and yoga enthusiast. She ran her first race (5k) in late 2008 and her first marathon and ultramarathon in 2010. She is a CPA, an entrepreneur and heads a Management (Finance and Marketing) Consultancy firm. . CONTACT: email: @christine.ferrera@gmail.com phone: 09088131086 – blog:2timothy.net
Having raced various distances from 5Ks to 200K, I have nurtured the intention to “pay it forward” to the community that has helped me sustain my love for running; a community that is a mix of aspiring and seasoned ultramarathoners. It is a joy to be able to gather everyone in an 18-week journey that culminates in their first or nth ultramarathon road race on September 5 in an ideal venue. We enjoyed the opportunity to share our own experience; invite professionals and experts to help us learn more about running, cross training, yoga, hydration and nutrition, gears, among others; and prepare for the race itself. We hope to give everyone an experience that will be challenging yet enjoyable and memorable. This would not have been possible if not for the help of our friends, supporters, media partners, sponsors and our race challengers. Welcome to Cardimax-Clark Ultramarathon! (Cheering you on the sidelines and wishing I were racing!) – TIN FERRERA #RUNSIMPLE
The author, in green, with Race Director, Atty. Jon Lacanlale; Race Organizer, Tin Ferrera and Integrated Pharmaceutical, Inc.’s National Sales Manager, Maribel Suarez
There could not have been better timing for Cardimax to partner with Clark Ultramarathon on its initial undertaking. We decided last year to re-launch the brand in 2015, and this involved logo, label, and packaging makeovers, but we wanted to do more than our usual promotion to doctors as a supplement for cardiac and geriatric patients. We knew that the product had more to offer and more markets to open up: we ourselves at Integrated were consumers and believers of Cardimax and wished more people would share the benefits with us. I have known Tin Ferrera for over a decade, years before she entered the running scene. I have witnessed her progress in and sincere dedication to the sport, which is why supporting her and Atty. Jon’s venture in race organization was an easy decision. It was not just a synergy of purpose (promoting health) but a synergy of ideals (raising the integrity and quality of races, promoting local tourism and socio-civic interests). Thus, the idea of “doing more and doing it better” was an exact fit for Cardimax. L-Carnitine has been recognized as a weight loss supplement, but we want to make it known that it is more important than that. It helps our body function the way it should: it is necessary to transport fat into the mitochondria of the cells to produce energy. Whether it is energy for a sport or our simple daily activities, energy for a sick or recovering patient, energy for the elderly, Cardimax helps create it naturally and efficiently. Cardimax – Harness your own energy!
See you at the finish line! – Katheryn Feliciano, Integrated Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
HARNESS YOUR OWN ENERGY TRAINING SESSIONS The Cardimax- Clark Ultramarathon journey started last May as participants were given a Recommended Training Program designed by Race Director Jon Lacanlale with the goal to help them meet their racing goals. Ultramarathoners Tin Ferrera, Alfred delos Reyes, Daphne Codilla, Doodsie Mallari, Wilnar Iglesia and Jerome Bautista spearheaded the training sessions and served as mentors. Coach Saturnino Salazar, Yoga Instructor JC Ty and representatives from Ayala Triads (Gia Estrella and Zaldy Santillan), RunSimple (Jon Las Bruce) and Team Soleus (Roselle Abajo and Amor Gabriel also shared their experience and expertise during the training sessions. The Harness Your Own Energy Sessions was made possible with the help of Cardimax L-Carnitine, Urban Ashram and Simple Hydration and event venue partners Clark Development Corporation, Second Wind Running Store and 100 Miles Café. May 28 – Running Basics at 100 Miles Cafe Ultramarathon Journey – Daphne Codilla Wilnar Iglesia Running Drills by Titus Athletics (Coach Titus Salazar) June 20 – Racing and Training Essentials at UPD Choosing your Gears by Hector Yuzon of Second Wind Running Store Hydration and Nutrition Tips – Alfred delos Reyes and Doctor Doodsie Mallari July 9
– Managing Your Training at 100 Miles Cafe FNR Athletics by JC Ty Urban Ashram Manila Q&A with Gia Estrella, Zaldy Santillan, Jon Las Bruce, Roselle Abajo, Amor Gabriel
August 22– Preparing for D-day at Clark Parade Grounds Race Route Recon led by Cardimax-Clark Ultramarathon Mentors Race Route Recon led by Cardimax-Clark Team
RACE SCHEDULE September 5, Saturday at Clark Parade Grounds 10 am:
Start of Race Kit Claiming
10 am:
Activity Area Opens
10 am 11am:
Race Briefing
5 pm:
Race Kit Claiming and Drop Bag Deposit Closes
8 pm:
Check-In and Mandatory Gear Check
9:30 pm:
End of Check-in for 100K Runners and 100K Relay 1st Runner
10 pm:
Check-In and Mandatory Gear Check for 50K Runners
10pm:
100K Championship and Relay Gun Start
September 6, Sunday 12am:
50K Challenge Gun Start
1am:
Check-in for 100K Relay 2nd Runner
6am – 6pm
Activity Area Opens
7 am:
Cut-off at 50K for 100K Runners and 100K Relay 1st Runner (All runners should leave 50K Aid Station at 8am or an hour after their AS check-in)
10 am:
Cut-off for 50K Challenge
4 pm:
Cut-off for 100K Championship and 100K Relay
5pm:
Awarding Ceremonies
Race Organizers may make changes to the schedule above. Please follow our announcements via our Social Media Accounts (see last page) and email.
RACE RULES AND REGULATIONS
RACE KIT CLAIMING REQUIREMENTS Race kit claiming will start on Saturday, September 5, at 10 am at the Clark Parade Grounds and shall end at 5pm. Mandatory items: 1) Valid ID with birthdate. This should bear the same name as your registered name on the application form. Please check the start list published in the website before race day to validate your entry details. For concerns, please send us an email. 2) Submission of a valid medical certificate (taken within 6 months from race day) via email by August 24, 2015. 3) Signed copy of Waiver (Please see attachment on the last page or download at www.clarkultramarathon.com .) 3) Race Kit Claiming Photo – Please proceed to the designated area and have your photo taken with your race bib. REMINDERS You will receive an event bag, race kit with timing strip for your shoes and a 2-day yoga MANDATORY ITEMSbottles may be claimed at the DROP pass BAGS from Urban Ashram. Unclaimed Simple Hydration Simple Hydration booth. By entering the race, each runner undertakes to bring with There will be two drop bag stations: o AS 4 for 50K and 100 K o Start/Finish Line Area for 100 K
him/her all the mandatory items as listed below throughout the race. Failure to do so will result in application of the time penalties or disqualification at the discretion of the race organizer.
Drop bags may be deposited from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, September 5. Please label your drop bag prominently with your name and bib number.
Drop bags should not be larger than 12" x 18". Please do NOT leave any valuables, such as keys, iPods, cell phones, and jewelry in your drop bag.
Clark Ultramarathon is NOT responsible for the loss of any drop bag.
Approximate time of drop bag availability at the finish line for AS4 is by 4:30 pm on Sunday, September 6.All drop bags must be retrieved at theREGULATIONS finish line by 6pm of Sunday, September 6. RULES AND Any unclaimed drop bags on race evening will be donated to charity on Monday following the race.
1) Working headlamp/torch light. During the day, this item may be stored in the drop bag. It is the runner’s responsibility to have the headlamp/torch light from dusk to dawn. 2) Reflective vest and any bright blinking accessory during night time running; 3) Water bottle with a minimum capacity of 13 ounces; 4) Foldable cup or other container suitable for drinking at the water station (may be the same as item 3). Note that there will be no cups at aid stations. Runner must check in and have the mandatory gear check one hour before gun start.
RACE RULES AND GUIDELINES Runners must complete the course on foot by their own power and ability within the stipulated time. Not Allowed:
Trekking poles Pacers Muling (Carrying other runners’ stuff or gear while the race is in progress) Outside support (except at AS 4 and the Start/Finish Line) Support vehicle Running in two/groups (see item number 2 below)
RUNNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES 1) Runners must understand the unique nature and requirements of competing in an ultra-long distance road race. He/she must have undertaken the necessary training to compete in such a race. 2) Runners will be responsible for his/her self’s safety by having the ability and skills to deal with any problems that may be encountered during a race of this nature. 3) Runners must be able to undertake or deal with on his/her own, without any external assistance, deteriorating weather conditions (e.g. rain, strong winds, hot sun, etc.) and other unforeseen circumstances that may arise while race is in progress. 4) Runners are required to run in single file, facing the traffic. Overtaking runner must call the attention of the runner/s in front of him to give way and should do it by passing on the left side. 5) Runners must be able to undertake or deal with his/her extreme fatigue, internal organ and digestive problems, muscle pain, mild physical injuries and psychological problems during the race. 5) Runners who accept assistance and support from any person who is not an official race organizer may be disqualified. Support crew will be allowed at the
6) Runners should run on the official race course. In case a runner gets lost, he/she should go back to the proper course. In no case shall the distance outside the race course be considered valid. 7) In the event of a runner meeting another runner who is in need of emergency aid, he/she must render help and inform the race organizer for medical assistance. MAXIMUM RACE TIME PERMITTED AND CUTOFF TIMES The maximum time allotted for completion of the race is: 50KM – 10 Hours 100KM – 18 Hours (50KM Cut-off: 9 hours) 100KM RELAY – 18 Hours (50KM Cut-off: 9 hours) Runners should leave the AS at 50K within an hour after check-in. In the event of poor weather conditions and/or for safety reasons, the organizers reserve the right to suspend the race or modify the race course at the discretion of the race organizer. DNF (Did not Finish) PROCEDURES 1) Runner who decides to pull out or discontinue voluntarily must proceed to the nearest checkpoint. 3) Runner who fails to notify the organizers immediately, thereby setting in motion a search and rescue operation by the rescue staff will be liable to pay for the cost thereof. 4) Runners who fail to arrive at the checkpoints within the stipulated cut-off times will not be allowed to continue.
CONTEST Complaints, especially on the podium finishers, must be made in writing with sufficient proof and should be submitted to the race organizer before the awarding ceremony. Post-race complaints may be emailed to clarkultramarathon@gmail.comwith complete evidence. CHANGES TO THE ROUTE, CUT-OFF TIMES AND CANCELLATION OF THE RACE 1) The organizer reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to make changes to the route and checkpoints/water station points or to the cut-off times. 2) In the event of adverse weather conditions, the start of the race may be postponed or delayed. 3) The organizer reserves the right to make changes to or eliminate certain stretches of the route. IMAGE RIGHTS Each participant expressly foregoes his/her image rights for the photos taken for the duration of the race and undertakes not to take any action against the organizers.
ROUTE DETAILS
OFFICIAL RACE MAP OF THE 2015 CARDIMAX-CLARK ULTRAMARATHON
ACTIVITY AREA
Opens at 10 am – 5 pm on Saturday and 8 pm, Saturday to 6pm of Sunday Start/Finish Line Area Transition for 100K Relay Aid Station for 100K Championship – (50K) Support crew and spectators tent Athlete’s Lounge Area SPONSORS BOOTH: Check out the discount and freebies! Race Briefing/Awarding Ceremonies Venue
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
Boost your athletic endeavour and improve your performance with Cardimax! Get a 15ml bottle for only P69.30 SRP at selected drugstores nationwide. Visit the Cardimax booth at the Activity Area on Race Day.
Runners are entitled to 20% discount off their additional purchase of Simple Hydration Bottle. Email simplehydrationph@gmail.com to place your order. Valid until October 15, 2015
Runners will be receiving a Soleus discount coupon with their Race Kit. Get 25% off on your purchase of Soleus GPS watch.