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FAQs
1. Will there be names printed on the Race BIB?
Yes.
2. What is the estimated temperature range that we can expect for this event?
Like much of the world, weather has become less predictable in Hong Kong in recent years. Historically, mid-December weather could be expected to be relatively low (~50%) humidity and in the 12-25℃ range during the day, with temperatures possibly falling below 10℃ at night on the highest peaks. In recent years, we have seen December days above 25℃ with high humidity, though that is not the most likely case scenario. Rain is infrequent in December, but when it does rain, temperatures on the mountains can be quite chilly. Thunder and lightning are rare. Please check weather forecast before the race and make sure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself..
3. When will I know I'm qualified for the race?
You will receive a confirmation after balloting (and for 100 km racers after we check your credential). We will also publish a list of race entrants to the website by mid-September once all racer's credentials have been checked and will update this list from time to time as required.
4. What is the race pack collection arrangement?
Race pack collection will take place the week before the race at a The North Face shop. Race participants will be informed of pick up location details closer to the race
5. Can I cancel after registration?
Cancellation is not allowed. Cancellation is only permitted with valid reason subject to the organizer’s approval (which will ordinarily be granted provided that we are able to take a qualified substitute from our waiting list). There will be cancellation fee of HKD$100. All cancellation must be submitted prior to 15 November, 2023.
6. Can I get refund if organizer said I am not qualified to the race?
Your application will not proceed out of balloting if your credentials are not accepted. Note that race entry credentials are only required for the 100 km race.
7. If I want to sign up as a volunteer, how can I do so?
Please email keith@seyonasia.com. Please provide mobile phone and email contact details and whether you prefer to assist at a checkpoint, do some hiking (forerunning, sweeping, etc.) or both.
8. What if I haven't entered a 50 km or 100 km race in the past three years? Will you consider other eligibility criteria.
The purpose of the qualification is to ensure that those who enter have the experience and fitness to have a good chance of finishing the race without being cut off. 50 km and 100 km race experience is the most direct comparison, but the organisers will also consider other race experience. Obviously, someone who has completed a 100 miler, for example, would be qualified to enter the 100 km race.
Many people have asked about marathon experience as race entry criteria. Generally, we expect that anyone who finishes a marathon in under 5 hours would likely be able to finish a 50 km trail race within each of the checkpoint cut off times. We will also consider other races of other distances in assessing qualification and will consider eligibility submissions as well based upon pre-Covid era results.
9. Can I get credits participating in the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc® (UTMB) of UTMB®World Series and the iTRA National League?
Previous editions of TNF100 were awarded 2 UTMB points for our 50Km finishers and 4 UTMB points for our 100Km finishers. Applications have been made to UTMB and iTRA for this edition and we are awaiting confirmations from both of them.
10. Is baggage storage provided at the start/finish?
Yes.
11. How to go/leave Tai Mei Tuk?
Note that parking at the race venue will be very difficult.
Going to Tai Mei Tuk
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Bus75K / Mini Bus 20C Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus
Service Hours
Bus 75K
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Tai Mei Tuk
First Bus 0605 at 20 minutes interval
Mini Bus 20C
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Tai Mei Tuk
First Bus 0530 at 5-10 minutes interval
Leaving Tai Mei Tuk
Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus -> Bus75K / Mini Bus 20C Tai Po Market Rail Station
Service Hours
Bus 75K
Tai Mei Tuk -> Tai Po Market Rail Station
Last Bus ：2340
Mini Bus 20C
Tai Mei Tuk -> Tai Po Market Rail Station
Last Bus ：0100
Tai Po Market Rail Station
Lo Wu bound last train：0051
Hung Hom bound last train：0045
Overnight Bus N271
Fu Heng -> Hung Hom Railway Station
First Bus 0050 26 20 minutes interval, pass through Tai Po Market, Shatin, Kowloon Tong, Yau Ma Tei and Tsimshatsui
Taxis
Urban Taxis (red taxicabs)：9138 9363
New Territories Taxis (green taxicabs)：6227 7680
12. Any bowl/cup/bottle/cutlery will be provided in check points?
At the CPs as there will not be any cups nor bowls. We will have congee or instant noodles available, please bring your personal cup!
1. Will there be names printed on the Race BIB?
Yes.
2. What is the estimated temperature range that we can expect for this event?
Like much of the world, weather has become less predictable in Hong Kong in recent years. Historically, mid-December weather could be expected to be relatively low (~50%) humidity and in the 12-25℃ range during the day, with temperatures possibly falling below 10℃ at night on the highest peaks. In recent years, we have seen December days above 25℃ with high humidity, though that is not the most likely case scenario. Rain is infrequent in December, but when it does rain, temperatures on the mountains can be quite chilly. Thunder and lightning are rare. Please check weather forecast before the race and make sure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself..
3. When will I know I'm qualified for the race?
You will receive a confirmation after balloting (and for 100 km racers after we check your credential). We will also publish a list of race entrants to the website by mid-September once all racer's credentials have been checked and will update this list from time to time as required.
4. What is the race pack collection arrangement?
Race pack collection will take place the week before the race at a The North Face shop. Race participants will be informed of pick up location details closer to the race
5. Can I cancel after registration?
Cancellation is not allowed. Cancellation is only permitted with valid reason subject to the organizer’s approval (which will ordinarily be granted provided that we are able to take a qualified substitute from our waiting list). There will be cancellation fee of HKD$100. All cancellation must be submitted prior to 15 November, 2023.
6. Can I get refund if organizer said I am not qualified to the race?
Your application will not proceed out of balloting if your credentials are not accepted. Note that race entry credentials are only required for the 100 km race.
7. If I want to sign up as a volunteer, how can I do so?
Please email keith@seyonasia.com. Please provide mobile phone and email contact details and whether you prefer to assist at a checkpoint, do some hiking (forerunning, sweeping, etc.) or both.
8. What if I haven't entered a 50 km or 100 km race in the past three years? Will you consider other eligibility criteria.
The purpose of the qualification is to ensure that those who enter have the experience and fitness to have a good chance of finishing the race without being cut off. 50 km and 100 km race experience is the most direct comparison, but the organisers will also consider other race experience. Obviously, someone who has completed a 100 miler, for example, would be qualified to enter the 100 km race.
Many people have asked about marathon experience as race entry criteria. Generally, we expect that anyone who finishes a marathon in under 5 hours would likely be able to finish a 50 km trail race within each of the checkpoint cut off times. We will also consider other races of other distances in assessing qualification and will consider eligibility submissions as well based upon pre-Covid era results.
9. Can I get credits participating in the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc® (UTMB) of UTMB®World Series and the iTRA National League?
Previous editions of TNF100 were awarded 2 UTMB points for our 50Km finishers and 4 UTMB points for our 100Km finishers. Applications have been made to UTMB and iTRA for this edition and we are awaiting confirmations from both of them.
10. Is baggage storage provided at the start/finish?
Yes.
11. How to go/leave Tai Mei Tuk?
Note that parking at the race venue will be very difficult.
Going to Tai Mei Tuk
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Bus75K / Mini Bus 20C Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus
Service Hours
Bus 75K
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Tai Mei Tuk
First Bus 0605 at 20 minutes interval
Mini Bus 20C
Tai Po Market Rail Station -> Tai Mei Tuk
First Bus 0530 at 5-10 minutes interval
Leaving Tai Mei Tuk
Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus -> Bus75K / Mini Bus 20C Tai Po Market Rail Station
Service Hours
Bus 75K
Tai Mei Tuk -> Tai Po Market Rail Station
Last Bus ：2340
Mini Bus 20C
Tai Mei Tuk -> Tai Po Market Rail Station
Last Bus ：0100
Tai Po Market Rail Station
Lo Wu bound last train：0051
Hung Hom bound last train：0045
Overnight Bus N271
Fu Heng -> Hung Hom Railway Station
First Bus 0050 26 20 minutes interval, pass through Tai Po Market, Shatin, Kowloon Tong, Yau Ma Tei and Tsimshatsui
Taxis
Urban Taxis (red taxicabs)：9138 9363
New Territories Taxis (green taxicabs)：6227 7680
12. Any bowl/cup/bottle/cutlery will be provided in check points?
At the CPs as there will not be any cups nor bowls. We will have congee or instant noodles available, please bring your personal cup!