For the past years, Soleus has continuously amazed out with their cool innovations specifically in the watch industry. They’ve come up with the coolest, most fun, most colorful and most affordable watches in the market. In the Philippines, Soleus went even further by unintentionally creating a running team composed of runners who just loved the brand! Well, who says they need to stop there? Soleus will once again wow everyone with the first ever Soleus Run dubbed, “It’s About Time” or the Soleus Valley Trail Challenge.

For several years now, Mr. Jonel Mendoza (front runner) had become known in the running community as one of the masters in trail running. He had already organized several trail ultramarathons which were sure to give runners their money’s worth. In his 4th Valley Trail Challenge, he has decided to partner up with a company that has the same beliefs and standards that he does, Soleus. The Soleus Valley Trail Challenge will give runners a beak from the typical road races in Manila as it gives you a chance to actually feel the dirt on your feet and view that beauty of nature all around. The run, though boasting a 50k ultramarathon, is also the perfect run  for first time trail runners through the 15k race.

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge 2014 “It’s About Time” Race Details:

What:        Soleus Valley Trail Challenge

When:       June 29, 2014 (Sunday)

Where:      Nuvali Trail, Sta. Rosa Laguna (Fields Clubhouse Start/ Finish)

Race Categories:     15k (no requirement), 30k (must have run 21k or more on the road), 50k (must have run 42k or more on the road)

Gun Start Times:

• 15k – 5:00am
• 30k – 4:30am
• 50k – 4:00am

*The reason for the later gun start is for runners to experience and see the famous “New Zealand” of Nuvali

*Please take note of cut-off times below

Organizer:  Front Runner

Beneficiary: Hero Foundation

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge 2014 “It’s About Time” Registration Details:

Registration Period

From April 11 to June 1 or until slots are filled

Registration Fees:

• 15k – 750 Php (only 300 slots)
• 30k – 1000 Php (only 400 slots)
• 50k – 1500 PhP (only 300 slots)

*inclusive of event shirt, sling bag, finisher’s medal, post-race meal and drinks for all categories

Registration Procedure:

1. Bank Deposit: HARDCORE PUBLISHING HOUSE, INC. BPI 2371 0034 71
2. Print your name, shirt size and distance on the deposit slip together with your signed and duly accomplished registration form and waiver (see form HERE)
3. Scan and email to [email protected]. You will receive an acknowledgement thereafter. Please do NOT post on facebook.
4. Incomplete details on deposit slip will not be honored.
5. For inquiries; [email protected]

Race Cut-Off

• 15k Start: 5:00 AM, Cutoff time THREE hours, 3:00:00 (RFID Timing)
• 30k Start: 4:30 AM, Cut-off time SIX hours, 6:00:00 (RFID Timing)
• 50k Start: 4:00 AM, Cut-off time TEN hours, 10:00:00 (25-Kilometer Cutoff, 5:00:00 Hours.  (RFID Timing)

*Runners not able to meet this deadline will be declared as DNF and be brought back to the finish line.

Race Kit Claiming

June 6, 7 and 8, 2014 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM at 100 Miles Cafe, BGC, Taguig City.

*BRING YOUR DEPOSIT SLIPS when claiming your race kits. NO DEPOSIT SLIPS, NO RACE KITS.

Race Briefing

• June 6, 2014 (Friday) at 6:00pm
• June 7 and 8 (Saturday/ Sunday) at 2:00pm

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Singlet Design

 Soleus Valley Trail Challenge singlet (front)

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge singlet (back)

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Race Bib (with RFID)

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Medal Design

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Lanyard and Medal

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Finisher’s Medal for Each Category

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Race Route

*Start/End at The Fields Clubhouse, Nuvali

Soleus Valley Trail Challenge Important Reminders

1. Please read and understand all details thoroughly.
2. Start/Finish Line: FIELDS Clubhouse, NUVALI.
3. Please be on time. Latecomers will NOT be allowed be allowed to officially join the race anymore. However, they are still entitled to post-race items except the Official Finisher’s medal.
4. Assembly Time: 3:00 AM (for 50k) and 4:00 AM(for 30k/15k) / RAIN or SHINE.
5. Claiming of  race kits will be held on the following dates; June 6, 7 and 8, 2014 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM at 100 Miles Cafe, BGC, Taguig City. BRING YOUR DEPOSIT SLIPS when claiming your race kits. NO DEPOSIT SLIPS, NO RACE KITS.
6. Race briefing will be held on the following dates; 6:00 PM June 6, 2014 and 2:00 PM June 7 and 8, 2014 at 100 Miles Cafe, BGC, Taguig City. Please note that the venue can only hold a limited number of participants at a time so please come early if you wish to attend. For those not able to attend the said schedules,  briefing/updates will be held onsite on June 29, 2014 before the start.
7. THERE WILL BE NO RACE KIT DISTRIBUTION DURING RACE DAY AT THE VENUE.
8. All runners must wear their race numbers in front, pinned on the shirt or shorts.
9. Runners will make a turnaround at their respective turning points and make their way back to the finish line.
10. There will be aid stations located at approximately five kilometers apart where all runners are free to refill and eat.
11. Littering is absolutely prohibited. Violation of such will merit outright disqualification. Garbage bags are available in all aid stations.
12. Race route will be marked by ribbons and/or directional tarpaulins, painted rocks/trees/ground.
13. Runners who decide not to continue the race must contact the Race Director or inform the nearest aid station marshals for proper accounting.
14. No time credits will be given for runners who get lost therefore all runners are encouraged to pay attention to race markers/signs.
15. NO shuttle service to and from NUVALI is provided.
16. FREE parking is available at the parking lot adjacent to the FIELDS CLUBHOUSE. While security will be provided, runners will be solely responsible for securing their belongings. Race organizers and management will not be held liable for any damage or loss to personal items.
17. Baggage deposit counter/toilet and bathroom will be available at the same site.
18. The Race Director may, at any time, make revisions on the course and race details/rules for the benefit of all runners and reserves all the rights to use pictures and videos taken by any participant for publication in any form of media without any consideration, monetary or otherwise. Owners of published photos/videos will be duly recognized.
19. ALL RUNNERS ARE REQUIRED BRING THEIR OWN HYDRATION BOTTLES/PACKS. YOU ARE FREE TO REFILL IN ALL STATIONS. THERE WILL BE NO CUPS AVAILABLE IN ALL AID STATIONS IN KEEPING WITH THE “LEAVE NO TRACE” theme.
20. Enjoy, have fun and absolutely NO WHINING.
21. Race Director’s decision is final.

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