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1. CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION 1.1 – The race The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira is organized by DIÁRIO de Notícias da Madeira and the Associação de Atletismo da Região Autónoma da Madeira, in partnership with Câmara Municipal do Funchal, under the Ecotrail brand. It is a competitive timed running race, through the heart of nature, mostly over non-paved trails. It consists of four distinct races with different distances and different challenges. The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 85 covers approximately 85Km distance and about 5.672m D+. The race starts and finishes in the centre of Funchal (Avenida Arriaga), although most of the race is run through the hills overlooking the city. The route is one single leg, to be run at a free pace, with precise time barriers. The start of the race is on Saturday, 23 October 2021 at 6:00. The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45 covers approximately 45km, about 3.096 m D+. This race starts at Largo do Encontro, in São Roque, and the finish line is in the centre of Funchal (Avenida Arriaga). The route is one single leg, to be run at a free pace, with precise time barriers. The start of the Race will be on Saturday, 23 October 2021 at 7:30. The Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira 30 covers approximately 30km, about 1.640m D+. This race starts at sítio da Barreira, in Santo António and finishes in the centre of Funchal (Avenida Arriaga). The route consists of a single leg, to be run at a free pace, with precise time bar- riers. The departure is on Saturday, 23 October 2021, at 9:00. The Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira 15 covers approximately 15km, about 437 m D+. This race starts at Miradouro do Pico dos Barcelos and the finish line is in the centre of Funchal (Avenida Arriaga). The route consists of a single leg, to be run at a free pace, with precise time barriers. The start of the race is on Saturday, 23 October 2021 at 11:00.
1.2 – Participation – Age Limit The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 85 km, Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45 km and Ecotrail Funchal-Madeira 30 km is open to all athletes, pro- fessionals or not, aged 20 and over on the 31 of October 2021. It is highly recommended that, in the case of the 85Km trail, the participant has already completed a trail-running of at least 42Km. Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira 15 km is open to all athletes, professionals or not aged 18 and over on the 31 October 2021.
1.3 – Registration Registrations will be considered valid and effective once the registration fee has been paid and validation of the registration will depend on the reception of the confirmation of payment with the full name of the participant or registration number. To enrol in the different races, the participants are required to fill in the Medical Questionnaire available on the site of the ecotrail race before the 30 September 2021. Failure to comply with these prerequisites will result in the cancellation of the registration, without the right to a refund. It is mandatory that the check-in be done at the places and times previously announced and the athlete or his/her legal representative has to show an identification (citizen card, ID or passport). The bibs cannot be collected on the day of the race, except in cases of force majeure agreed by the Organizing Committee. The maximum number of participants for the Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira is 500 per trail race.
1.4 – Physical Conditions The different Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira Races are open to male and female participants in good physical conditions and who will abide by these Regulations. The weather conditions may be adverse even in October (wind, cold, rain and even snow). Good training and a true sense of personal autonomy are essential for the success of this individual adventure. The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira is by nature a semi self-sufficient race. During the course, there will be service areas where refreshments and solid foods will be provided, to be consumed on the site. While other drinks are available, only water may be used for refilling contai- ners or hydration packs brought by the athlete. When leaving the area, each athlete/participant must make sure that he/she has the quantity of food and water needed for his/her own consumption to reach the next service area. Aware of the complexity of the race, all the athletes are to be physically and mentally prepared for the specific characteristics and requi- rements of the course. Nevertheless, we alert you to the likelihood of extreme fatigue situations arising in the course of running, associa- ted with muscle and joint pain, digestive problems among others. Should such situations arise, the Organization will assist the athletes only whenever deemed necessary or whenever assistance is requested. The participants themselves should be prepared to overcome such situations as best as possible.
1.5 – Outside assistance Assistance may be given to the participants in the areas set out for that purpose (service areas and control check points), only by a person with identification provided by the organization for that purpose. This assistance will always be subject to the rules that the Organization may define for this purpose, which will be announced in due course, at keast one week prior to the date of the event. It is strictly forbidden to be supported along the course by any person other than one who is registered for the race.
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1.6 – The bib The bib and bracelet will be delivered to participants at the check-in and each participant is to produce an ID with a photo. The bib must be placed and be visible throughout the entire race. It should be worn over the clothing at all times and not placed on the satchel or legs. The name of the partners and logos may not be altered or hidden. The race bibs are personal and non-transferable. No exchanges are allowed.
1.7 – Codes of Conduct All acts of the event should be guided by complete fair-play; by accepting this regulation when signing up, the organization and the par- ticipants take full responsibility for what is the cultural heritage of this sport: respect for the challenge, mutual help and respect for the other competitors, organizers and collaborators; respect for the natural environment in which it occurs, seeking a zero environmental impact. Should an athlete come accross a colleague in need of assistance, he/she must stay with him/her and contact the organization. An athle- te should never be left alone in case of injury and/or need of support. Any participant who witnesses any illegality in the participation of the event should inform the organization as soon as possible. Throughout the whole competition, the athlete must display a dignified attitude, refraining, in particular, from using offensive language, verbal or physical aggression. In case of the infringements afore described, there will be sanctions, namely: • Warning; • Disqualification; • Ban and consequent prohibition of registration in subsequent events (for a period of two years).
2. THE RACES 2.1. Presentation of the race The starting point of this adventure is in the centre of Funchal with the athletes going along the pedestrianised area of Avenida Zarco, going past the remarkable Cathedral, then along rua José de Almeida as far as Praça do Povo. Once there, they will follow the promenade by the sea towards the Old Town, entering Rua Portão (Gate) de São Tiago and Travessa do Forte between the old houses to end up at Rua de Santa Maria, on the way to Largo do Socorro. Here, after passing by the charismatic Church of Socorro, they ascend by Calçada do Socorro to Largo da Forca, already heading for the easternmost part of the city.
Following along most of the Rua do Lazareto, the athletes will soon reach the centre of São Gonçalo Parish after running along rua Nova da Igreja. Passing rapidly along rua Conde Carvalhal, the athletes will soon reach the slope that spreads over the amphitheatre of Fun- chal, going past Bica de Pau. To run along the Estrada do Aeroporto and Estrada da Camacha will be a real adventure, mainly for those who are not familiar with the Madeiran daily cosmopolitan life. After climbing Rua Caridade Pestana, they will reach rua do Balancal to make their entrance at the outstanding Palheiro Golf. They will not have time to take a swing but they will have the opportunity to watch the sun rising and to enjoy the view of the city waking up as the day drives the night away. Soon after, before they realise, the athletes will be going up towards Carreiras, then from there to will go down to Curral dos Romeiros, towards Largo das Babosas and then Monte, one of the most iconic spots of Madeira. From Monte, they will climb towards the Parque Ecológico do Funchal (Madeira Ecological Park), at Ribeira das Cales.
From here, they will start climbing another part of the slope, covering the pathway that borders Levada da Ribeira das Cales and reach Casa do Burro, one of the refuges of the Chão da Lagoa plateau. But they cannot stay long for they have to continue along the track as far as Pico do Arieiro, after going past Casa do Arieiro, the site where the Regional Meteorological Services had their headquarters for many years. At Pico do Arieiro there will be time for a few minutes to rest and to enjoy the superb view over the central mountain range of Madeira, which becomes part of the natural scenery enjoyed by the athletes as they go down towards the mountains in São Roque, in the moun- tainous areas of Alegria. But before that, they will go past Pico Escalvado and Pico Esteios having on both sides the valley of Ribeira de Santa Luzia. At this stage they will have come across the athletes who are taking part in the Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira 45, who will have departed from Largo do Encontro in São Roque at 7,30. These athletes will climb the Alegria aerea, up narrow alleys and tracks before they reach the royal track that takes them to Pico do Areeiro. After they get to Levada da Fonte Vermelha, they will follow the water course way, and reach the Bardo refreshement area. From there onwards, both groups will be following the same trail. At a reasonable pace, they will soon reach Ribeira Grande, down Lombo Jamboeiro.
This descent will make the delight of all the athletes who like to run at a certain speed.
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The view over Funchal along the route is fascinating as is the landscape that opens up before them, the valey of Ribeira de Santo António. Actually, the view as they go down the slope is breathtaking. At Lombo Jamboeiro they have to enter a residential area in order to be able to go across Ribeira Grande before going up Lombinho, at Lombo dos Aguiares, Santo António, and then continue along Levada da Negra, one of the most emblematic levadas on the outskirts of Funchal, the living testimony of the old days, when strong men coming from Poço da Neve, at the foot of Pico do Arieiro, carried on their backs huge bags of ice for the hospital and for the luxurious hotels, which still prevail in Funchal. The ascent to Levada da Negra extends to Terreiro Freixo, the site of the the most significant shearing pen area, a reminder that in past times there were plenty sheep on the mountains of Funchal, which led to the desertification of the soil, later aggravated by wildfires. In order to counteract those adverse effects there has been an effort to encourage reforestation in the hills and mountains, as the athletes will have the opportunity to witness along the way. From Terreiro do Freixo, the athletes will go to Pico do Prado and, then, along Levada da Serra, one of the irrigation canals that supplies water for the farmlands of Santo António and that takes the water from Ribeira do Arvoredo. At this point, they will meet the Ecotrail Funchal-Madeira 30 contestants, who are due to depart at 9, 00, from Trapiche area, climbing then to Barreira, Santo António and continuing along Levada da Serra. After going along part of this irrigation canal, all the athletes will have to go across Ribeiro do Arvoredo, and further on, they will follow one of the forest roads that leads to Pico do Buxo, across other shearing pens, and where the athletes of the longer race will start their climb up to Pico do Cedro, at a height of about 1429m. To reach the summit, the athletes will have to zigzag along marked tracks in the forest roads; the descent will offer a different scenery. The unevenness of the floor is a reality that requires doubled care, leaving no room for any inattentiveness. Further down, the Paredão, overlooking Curral das Freiras is the midway target, before starting the descent down Lombo da Estrela to Três Paus. Their knees have to be prepared for a drop of about 1,000 metres. From Três Paus, the athletes will go through many houses, since this is a very populated area. Through pathways and levadas, they will go past Vasco Gil and Pinheiro das Voltas where they will have the opportunity to see farmland with banana plants and other fruit trees and vegetables side by side with well groomed gardens with a variety of flowers and, even in October, they will still display beautiful flowers. This is where the athletes of the short race “come into play”. Remember that Eco trail Funchal-Madeira 15 depoarts from Pico dos Barcelos at 11:00, going along narrow alleys and trails, crossing at times tarred road, up to Curral and Catelejo, where the athletes of the other races should be passing at any moment. Always downward, for they have to reach sea level, the athletes will cover the first part of Levada dos Piornais as far as Santa Rita in São Martinho and, from there, they will go down the lower part of Lombada as far as the promenade that borders the western coastal area of Funchal. The intense smell of the sea and the tapping of the waves follow the athletes as they run past Praia Formosa and Doca do Cavacas. They greet the statue of João Gonçalves Zarco, before going past the beach complex of Ponta Gorda and coming to the Pa- noramic Gardens of Lido From here the last and short climb through hotels and small Madeirean Quintas as far as the second part of Levada dos Piornais that will take them to Barreiros and, from there, they will go down to Avenida do Infante, entering triumphantly the city of Funchal, at Avenida Arriaga.
2.2 Map/ Altimetric profile / Timelimit The graphics of each of the distances, the alimetric profile (accumulated positive and negative slopes) as well as the refreshment points and the time gate for each checkpoint will be made available on the official site of Ecotrail. The following tables show the time limits / time gates of the race, as well as sites and distance of the checkpoints according to the re- gulations as set out by the Organization. Failure to comply with time limits, indicated in red, shall result in the suspension of the athlete. It should be noted that the athlete has at most: - 20 hours to complete the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 85. - 12 hours to complete the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45. - 7 hours to complete the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 30. - 4 hours to complete the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 15. The time barriers/time gates have been calculated to enable the participants to reach the finish line in the maximum time limit set out by the Organization (including stops, supplies and any assistance). In order for the athlete to continue the competition, he or she must leave the checkpoints or the refreshment areas before the time limit laid down for that place, regardless of the time of arrival. Any competitor who hands in his/her bib will not be allowed to continue the race. Should the athlete be willing to continue, he/she does so at his/her own risk and in full autonomy. An athlete who abandons and hands in his/her bib/identification shall not be considered “Finisher”. In case of bad weather conditions and / or for security reasons, the Organization reserves the right to cancel and / or stop the event, alter the time barriers, always in collaboration and liaison with the other entities involved in the event.
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2.2.1 Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira - 15 Km
TIME BARRIERS
CS/SZ Dist. Inter. Dist. Acum. Altitude D+ Inter. D+ Acum. D- Inter. D- Acum. Closing Type
- DEPARTURE» 0 0 334 0 0 0 0 11h10 - CS1/ZA1 Praia Formosa 8,2 8,2 0 211 211 460 545 13h45 L+S - ARRIVAL« 6,9 15,1 27 226 437 185 190 15h00 L+S
CS: Control Station SZ: Supply Zone L: Liquids S: Solid CC: Change Clothes FA: First aid
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100 PRAIA FORMOSA 0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Distance (km)
2.2.2 Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira - 30 Km
TIME BARRIERS
CS/SZ Dist. Inter. Dist. Acum. Altitude D+ Inter. D+ Acum. D- Inter. D- Acum. Closing Type
- DEPARTURE» 0 0 510 0 0 0 0 09h10 - CS1/SZ1 Pico Buxo 8,1 8,1 1482 1160 1160 188 188 11h15 L CS2/SZ2 Estrela 4,9 13 785 16 1176 713 901 12h45 L+S+FA CS3 Levada Pico Cardo 3,1 16,1 402 33 1209 416 1317 14h00 CS CS4/SZ3 Praia Formosa 7,9 24 0 219 1428 621 1938 15h00 L+S - ARRIVAL« 6,9 30,9 27 212 1640 187 2125 16h00 L+S
CS: Control Station SZ: Supply Zone L: Liquids S: Solid CC: Change Clothes FA: First aid
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1500
1200 PICO BUXO 900
600 Elevation (m) Elevation LEVADA P. CARDO P. LEVADA ESTRELA 300 PRAIA FORMOSA 0 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 Distance (km)
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2.2.3. Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira - 45 Km TIME BARRIERS
CS/SZ Dist. Inter. Dist. Acum. Altitude D+ Inter. D+ Acum. D- Inter. D- Acum. Closing Type
- DEPARTURE» 0 0 349 0 0 0 0 07h40 - CS1 Poço do Sítio (Esperança) 3,5 3,5 683 357 357 23 23 09h45 CS CS2/SZ1 Ribeira Grande 3,8 7,3 337 384 741 730 753 10h45 L+S+FA CS3/SZ2 Terreiro Freixo 7,5 14,8 1516 1395 2136 217 970 13h00 L+S CS4/SZ3 Pico Buxo 7,6 22,4 1473 485 2621 527 1497 14h45 L CS5/SZ4 Estrela 4,9 27,3 785 6 2627 694 2191 16h00 L+S+FA CS6 Levada Pico Cardo 3,1 30,4 402 50 2677 433 2624 17h30 CS CS7/SZ5 Praia Formosa 7,9 38,3 0 214 2891 616 3240 18h15 L+S - ARRIVAL« 6,9 45,2 27 205 3096 181 3421 19h30 L+S
CS: Control Station SZ: Supply Zone L: Liquids S: Solid CC: Change Clothes FA: First aid
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1500
1200 PICO BUXO 900 ESTRELA 600 FREIXO TERREIRO Elevation (m) Elevation RIBEIRA GRANDE PICO CARDO LEV. 300 POÇO SÍTIO PRAIA FORMOSA 0 0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 Distance (km) 2.2.4Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira - 85 Km TIME BARRIERS
CS/SZ Dist. Inter. Dist. Acum. Altitude D+ Inter. D+ Acum. D- Inter. D- Acum. Closing Type - DEPARTURE» 0 0 27 0 0 0 0 06h10 L+S CS1/SZ1 Jardins do Palheiro 8,1 8,1 558 635 635 104 104 07h45 L CS2 Carreiras de Baixo 6 14,1 893 481 1116 146 250 09h30 CS CS3/SZ2 Monte 4,5 18,6 566 136 1252 465 715 10h30 L CS4/SZ3 Parque Ecológico do Funchal 4,3 22,9 1141 598 1850 21 736 12h00 L+S CS5/SZ4 Pico do Areeiro 7 29,9 1803 698 2548 36 772 14h00 L+S+FA CS6 Poço do Sítio (Esperança) 10,6 40,5 1063 546 3094 1286 2058 15h15 CS CS7/SZ5 Ribeira Grande 3,8 44,3 334 3 3097 732 2790 16h45 L+S+CC+FA CS8/SZ6 Terreiro Freixo 7,5 51,8 1517 1346 4443 165 2955 18h30 L+S CS9/SZ7 Pico Buxo 7,6 59,4 1484 493 4936 526 3481 20h30 L CS10 Pico Cedro 2 61,4 1739 266 5202 9 3490 21h00 CS CS11/SZ8 Estrela 6,7 68,1 785 65 5267 1019 4509 22h30 L+S+FA CS12 Levada Pico Cardo 3,1 71,2 402 34 5301 417 4926 23h15 CS CS13/SZ9 Praia Formosa 7,9 79,1 0 176 5477 578 5504 00h50 L+S
- ARRIVAL« 6,9 86 27 195 5672 168 5672 02h00 L+S
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1600
1200 PICO CEDRO CARREIRAS BAIXO POÇO SÍTIO ESTRELA PICO DO AREEIRO
800 PICO BUXO JARDINS DO PALHEIRO JARDINS Elevation (m) Elevation LEV. P. CARDO P. LEV. MONTE RIBEIRA GRANDE 400 FREIXO TERREIRO PARQUE ECOLÓGICO PARQUE FUCNCHAL PRAIA FORMOSA 0 0 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 85
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2.3. Time Control Methodology The times and control checks of each athlete at the established checkpoints (or in the case of surprise checks) will be made by reading the chip contained in the bib and will be carried out by the Staff of the organization duly identified.
2.4. Checkpoints The checkpoints placed along the course of the race, as pointed out in the tables above, are obligatory passage points. Failure to control at one or more checkpoints will result in the disqualification of the participant. The position of some control zones may not be disclosed by the Organisation. The tables of the control checkpoints, their location and time limit will be made available online at the official website of the event.
2.5. Refreshment areas Except for members of the Organisation team, only athletes with a visible race bib will have access to refreshment areas. A person ac- companying one athlete, if duly identified, can also have access to the refreshment areas. The documents with the description of the route will identify the position of the refreshment areas along the route, as well as what is provided (solids, liquids, or both) to be consumed at the station, with water available for filling each athlete’s personal container.
2.6. The route Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira races will be properly marked with different signposts, which will be brought to the attention of the athletes in due course, more precisely during the race briefing. Any signposts that do not conform to the design set out by the organization must disregarded by the athletes, since it is not the responsibility of the Organization.
2.6.1. Modifications to the course or time gates; cancellation of the race The Organization reserves the right to modify the route, the position or positions of the checkpoints and refreshment areas at any moment and without prior warning. In the case of bad weather forecasts (severe low atmospheric pressure, heavy rain, strong wind, orange or red warnings, snow, etc.), the start may be postponed by a maximum of two hours; beyond that period of time the race will be cancelled. In case of bad weather conditions and for reasons of safety, the organization reserves the right to cancel or stop the race in underway, review or modify the time limits at checkpoints. No refund of registration or compensation will be due in case of cancellation, postponement or alteration of the race. All decisions will be taken by a Jury, bringing together at least the Race Director / Coordinator of the Event, the Organizer, the Safety Coordinator, as well as any competent person indicated by the Organization.
2.7. Mandatory material / material checks During the whole race, the athletes are required to have the mandatory material for each of the races (see table below). Control check of mandatory material may occur at any stage of the race. Failure to present the relevant material will result in disqualification or penalty, as indicated below.
Mandatory Materials EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 Satchel or similar equipment
Hydration pack – 1 litre minimum
Food reserve
Cup 15 cl capacity (minimum)
Water resistant jacket
Whistle
Thermal blanket (min. 200x100 cm) Working mobile, with a valid balance and battery (do not Forget to store emergency/organization numbers) Race bib
Head lamp with batteries or extra battery pack
Red blinking light (should be on at night and placed on the competitor’s back)
Identification document
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Strongly recommended material: Depending on the weather forecast at the time of the race, and the intricacy of the soil, it is highly recommended to also have the following • Hat/Cap/Scarf or similar • Clothes to cover arms and legs • Warm clothes in case it is cold • Bandage (min. 80x3 cm) • Poles • Sun glasses • Vaseline and sunscreen cream
2.8. Bags and change of clothes The participants of Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 85 can check in two bags with their clothes and other personal hygiene items: one with a change of clothes for about half-way through the race (Ribeira Grande), another to store their belongings for the arrival. Please note that the Organization will not supply bags, thus, reutilization of the bags is highly recommended, so as to reduce, as much as possible, the waste directly linked to Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira. The participants of Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45, as well as those of Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 30 and Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 15 can check in one bag with their clothes and other personal hygiene products, for the finish of the race. The bags should have the identification provided with the bib at the time of check-in. The bags with the belongings must be handed in before the start of the race, at the starting point, at the place designated for that purpose. Sticks are not allowed in the bags, thus, any participant who starts the competition with sticks will have to carry them themselves to the finish line. Bags claim will take place in Funchal, at the point of arrival. The bags shall be handed back to the athlete him/herself or by a third party who produces an identification of the participant, until one hour after the finish of the race. Beyond this time the athletes should contact the Organization in order to recover their belongings. In case it has to be sent by mail, all the expenses will be borne by the participant. The contents of the bags shall not be checked when handed in, therefore, no claims regarding its contents will be accepted. It is not ad- visable to leave valuables in the bags. Claims of the bags shall be made within a maximum period of 15 days after the event. At the end of this period, the Organization shall dispose of it as deemed most appropriate.
2.9. Information on key parts along the route that take place on public roads or thoroughfares. When the route of the Ecotrail that takes place on public roads, the participants must respect the road code and shall be liable for any breach of the rules that may occur. Here are some key parts along the route depending on the race: - Between the starting point of the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 80 and km 8.5, going towards Levada dos Tornos, the athlete will have to cross different thoroufares several times; - between km 9 and km 39, although not much of the route is along public roads, the athletes should take the necessary precautions, specifically in the area of the Caminho dos Pretos; on the ER 103, just before Poiso; on ER 202, Pico do Areeiro area; - between km 39 and km 40, athletes should be particularly careful when leaving the Caminho do Corgo and running along Comandante Camacho de Freitas Road, as far as the start of Caminho do Lombinho; - between km 40 and km 63 not much is run along public roads, nevertheless, athletes should take the necessary precautions ; - between km 63 and km 65, they should be watchful at the various intersection points, in particular the two times when they have to go accross the Eira do Serrado Road; - between km 65 and km 72, going along public roads is less frequent, and when it does occur, it is in areas with less road traffic, but athletes should nevertheless take the necessary precautions; - between km 72 and km 74, athletes will have to go along/accros public roads several times, hence, they should be vigilant when cros- sing the Caminho das Quebradas, when leaving the Levada dos Piornais, as well as in the Estrada Monumental, after leaving the Caminho do Ribeiro da Ponte Laranjeira (near the roundabout of the ‘Cimentos Madeira’); - between the km 74 and the area of the finish line the athletes should be particularly careful at Estrada Monumental, outside the Pano- ramic Garden; at Caminho Velho da Ajuda, near Capela da Ajuda; Rua da Casa Branca, when leaving the Azinhaga da Casa Branca, as well as next at the roundabout of the ‘Quinta Magnólia’; Estrada Monumental, near the Reid’s Hotel; along the entire Avenida do Infante, at the various intersection when approacing the finish line; - The athletes of Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45 and Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 15, should pay special attention at the starting point as they will be running along main streets, although car traffic will be limited there.
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2.10. Penalties / Disqualifications Over the course of the race, there will be members of the organization team specifically qualified to check the mandatory equipment and ensure the compliance with the competition regulations (identification of the participants, respect for the environment and the spirit of the event, illicit help and accompanying, race bibs not visible, etc.). Any runner who does not have in his possession all the mandatory equipment at the time of the check will be automatically disqualified, without the possibility of making and appeal against the decision. Penalties are applied for any and every other infringement of the regulations. The controller shall inform the person responsible for the checkpoint or the Secretariat of the race and may request the disqualification of the competitor (depending on the seriousness of the act committed in violation of the regulations and on the behaviour of runner). The Jury of the Race may announce the disqualification of a competitor for any and every serious infringement of the regulations and specifically for: • Failure to present an identification document, or presenting an identification document that does not match that of the race bib. • Failure to comply with the Road Code when using public roads and regional and local thoroughfares. • Failure to comply with the instructions given by the members of the organisation present or not, at the checkpoints and points of refreshment. • Using any means of transport (during the race). • Leaving a refreshment area/check point after the time limit set out by the organisation. • Failure to assist a competitor in need. • Receiving personal assistance outside the areas officially designated for that purpose. • Having unauthorised company during the race. • A competitor or team member polluting or damaging the area or environment • Impoliteness, insults or threats directed to any member of the organisation or volunteers. • Refusal to be examined by a physician of the organisation at any time during the race. • Doping or refusal to submit to an anti-doping test.
Subject to Penalty EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 The bib supplied by the organization Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification Desclassificação If not worn appropriately, if damaged or is covered Lack of backpack or similar equipment to transport material Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification
Lack of water container with a minimum capacity of 1l 30 minutos 30 minutos 30 minutos 30 minutos
Lack of a glass with the minimum capacity of 15 cl 30 minutos 30 minutos 30 minutos 30 minutos
Lack of an operational mobile phone Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification
Lack of a waterproof jacket Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification -
Lack of flashlight/torch or frontal 1 hour 1 hour - - Not comply with the designated itinerary, disregard the signposts or to use shortcuts Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification
To leave trash on the route Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification Disqualification
Lack of the whistle 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour
2.11. Withdrawal and transport Except for injury or serious health impairment, no competitor may leave the race outside the refreshment area or checkpoint. The compe- titor must return his bib to the person in charge of the check point. If the athlete wishes to have access to the services and facilities of the Organization and the event even after withdrawing from the race, he/she should contact the Organization to find out what the procedure is. An athlete who wishes to withdraw from the race must first inform the Organization through the emergency number previously indicated and that, for convenience purposes, will be in the bib. The transport to the finish line of the race shall be decided by the person in charge of the checkpoint or refreshment area, subject to the following conditions: - Athletes who withdraw but whose health condition does not necessarily imply immediate return, will be transported to the finish line as soon as possible.
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- In case of bad weather that justifies the partial or total suspension of the race, the Organization shall ensure that the athletes who have been stopped are transported as soon as possible from the check points or refreshment areas. - Withdrawing from the race before a checkpoint or refreshment, except for the reasons stated previously, implies that the athlete is responsible for his return and transportation to the finish area.
2.12. Liability of the athlete / participant Every athlete / participant, upon signing up, undertakes not only to respect and comply with these regulations, but also agrees to be governed by the applicable laws in Portugal and in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, regarding to participation in sporting events and leisure activities.
3. SPORTS INSURANCE The Organization provides Civil Liability insurance and Personal Accident insurance in accordance with the legal dispositions. The Civil Liability insurance guarantees compensation for damages resulting from physical injury and / or materials that are caused to third parties, caused by an accident, for which liability is imputed to the Organization, in accordance with the Special Conditions. All participants shall be covered by personal accident insurance according to the terms set our by law. The comprehensive coverage with franchise of the Personal Accident Insurance shall be announced up to 10 days before the race. The following coverage will be included: • Death by Accident • Permanent Disability by Accident • Treatment Expenses in case of accident: • Simultaneous Death of the Insured Person and Spouse • Funeral Expenses • Expenses with rescuing operations, search, transportation of the injured person
Where the amount of any of the rubrics exceeds the amounts previously set out, the difference shall be the sole responsibility of the victim. In this case, the Organization shall not be liable for any claims. In case of accident the participant shall contact the Organization through the available means (telephone contact or email), which will provide the referral to the medical institution most appropriate for their state of health. Each and any accident requires the filling in of a form of the accident report with its policy number stamped and signed by the Organi- zation as the policy holder. Each and any form of accident can only be accepted when reported on the day of the race or in the next five days, provided that the inju- red party has notified the Organization of the accident during the event. After this date, the Organization reserves the right not to accept such claim. All expenses shall be paid by the victim and then, reimbursed by the insurance company in accordance with the insurance coverage, provided the insurance claim has been duly reported and accepted by the insurance company. The organization will not be liable for expenses of accidents of which the organisation has not been informed in good time to communi- cate to the insurance company.
4. REGISTRATION 4.1. Registration process The registrations for the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira can be done: • On www.ecotrail-events.com / www.ecotrailmadeira.com, the official site of the race. • At the Diário de Notícias da Madeira shop, at Rua Dr. Fernão Ornelas, 56 R/C– 9054-153 Funchal. • Payment can be made by ATM or credit card. ATTENTION: Deadline for Registrations will be 10 of October 2021.
4.2. Fee and registration dates To enrol for the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira – each participant has to pay:
Registration dates EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 Between 1 and 31 of August €75 €45 €35 €25
Between 1 and 30 of September €85 €55 €45 €35
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4.3. Conditions for reimbursement of the entry fee Each and any cancellation for the race is to be communicated to the Organization by email or registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt sent to the Organization referred on the last page of these Regulations. Request for reimbursement should be sent to the organisation in Funchal – Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira - attaching the relevant evidence, in accordance with the terms of the paragraph that follows, within a maximum period of ten days following of the occurrence: • Accident or serious illnesses which will entitle to sick leave for over 3 days. • Death or disablement • Serious illness requiring hospitalization • Death of the partner, spouse or direct descendent or one of the parents within 30 days prior to the event in question. All the requests for reimbursement will be analyzed within the period of three months following the races Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira. No reimbursement will be made outside the conditions provided for in these regulations
4.4. Material included in registration The registration fee includes: • Personal accident insurance; • Supply of solids and liquids during the race, for which the participant has entered, at the designated refreshment points: • First aid at designated rescue points; • A Digital Certificate of Participation (to be downloaded later) • Medal and Kit Finisher (exclusively for athletes who finish the race).
All other services provided by the Organization during the course of the different races or at the finish line are not included in the re- gistration fee. All athletes will still be able to have access to these services, provided they meet the necessary requirements, that is, payment of relevant amount when properly announced.
4.5. Secretariat of the event/ opening times and locations The secretariat of the event will be held at Largo da Restauração, Ecovila, from the 21 to the 23 of October. October 21: between 2:00 p.m. and 8 p.m. October 22: between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. October 23 (day of the event): between 5:30 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. the following day. The distribution of the bibs will be made according to a schedule, which will be released by the Organization in due course.
4.6. Available Services (transport, massage, shower, etc) The organization guarantees all athletes transport, massage and showers under the following conditions.
Free of charge: • Transport from the centre of Funchal (to be announced later by the Organization) to the starting point of the different races (where appropriate), provided it is requested at the time of enrolment ; • Transport from the closest spot that can be accessed by car to the finish line point/secretariat, in case of withdrawal or if banned by the Organization from continuing the race; • Access to ecological showers after the race;
5. Categories and Awards 5.1. Date, Place, Awards Ceremony The awards ceremony will be held on October 24, 2021, at the Mercado dos Lavradores, from 11:00 a.m. onwards.
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5.2. Definition of categories The following categories will be considered for ranking Ecotrail Race Male Female M Junior F Junior EFM30 EFM15 18 to 19 years (up to 30 km) 18 to 19 years (up to 30km) M U23 F U23 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 20 to 22 years 20 to 22 years M Seniors F Seniors EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 23 to 34 years 23 to 34 years M 35 F 35 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 35 to 39 years 35 to 39 years M 40 F 40 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 40 to 44 years 40 to 44 years M 45 F 45 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 45 to 49 years 45 to 49 years M 50 F 50 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 50 to 54 years 50 to 54 years M 55 F 55 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 55 to 59 years 55 to 59 years M 60 F 60 EFM85 EFM45 EFM30 EFM15 over 60 years over 60 years There will be no ranking per teams For the purpose of ranking and scoring of athletes, the age to be considered will be the age of the athlete as on October 31 of the current season. • EX: An athlete who turns 40 between January 1 and October 31 will be included in M40 rank. • EX: An athlete who turns 18 between January 1st and October 31st will be included in the Junior rank.
5.2.1. The top three in each race - male and female - will be eligible for a trophy.
5.2.2. The first of each age group from the 85 race - male and female - will be eligible for a trophy.
5.3. Deadlines for claiming rankings Athletes who do not agree with their ranking shall file a complaint with the Secretariat of the Event on the day of the race. Should the irregularity be identified after the closing of the Secretariat, the complaint should be sent by email to (info@ecotrailmadeira. com). In this case, the Organization will reply to their request within 24 hours. Athletes who complete the race in which they register can claim their “FINISHER KIT” within 30 days after the race is held. After that time they have no right to claim their award.
6. Adverse health situation The Organization may have to implement restrictive measures, change procedures, condition services provided to athletes or even cancel the event in case of some adverse health reasons. In such a scenario, athletes will be informed, by email, in advance as much as possible (at least one week before the event), of the con- tingency plans to be put in place, as well as the conditions and benefits that must be met in the event of a situation of adverse health.
6.1 Departures In view of possible constraints of various kinds, we may have to implement individual, sequential departures, with time scheduling to be defined in due course. Should this occur, the notification will be included in the information that will be released by the Organisation during the week of the race.
6.2 Refreshment areas and checkpoints The supply zones may have to be reduced to the essential or their location changed, in which case the athletes shall be informed at least one week prior to the race. All supply zones that are to be designated will ensure the supply of liquids. Solid foods may not be available in some of them, in accordance with the decision of the Organization to announce in advance. Any food that may be made available, whether solid or liquid, must always be served by volunteers or other elements of the Organization, always respecting the rules in force defined by the health authorities at the time of the event. Self-service or buffet shall not be made available. Athletes will be served on a first-come, first-served basis, and then a spot will be made available for them to eat. Personal support will only be allowed, under the conditions already described in the regulations and if the rules in force at the time of the race as defined by the health authorities can be respected.
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In the case of the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 85 race, there will be two areas where hot meals will be served, namely, at Pico do Areeiro and Ribeira Grande. In the case of the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45 race, there will be an area where a hot meal will be made available, more precisely at Ribeira Grande. To use the areas defined as catering spots in these refreshment areas, athletes will have to respect the rules duly displayed on the spot.
6.3 Bags and change of clothes Should the health situation at the time of the race not allow it, the Organization reserves the right to limit the availability of this service, and the athletes will be informed at least one week prior to the date of the race.
6.4 Transportation, showers and massages All of these facilities, whether paid or not, may be restricted, depending on the decision of theOrganization. In the case of transport, for the starting points of the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45, Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 30 and Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 15 races, the rules defined by the health authorities at the time of the race will have to be complied with. Should the Organization come to the conclusion that there are no conditions for this service to be provided, it may cancel it,and the athletes will be liable for the transport themselves. In the case of the showers, they will only work if the necessary conditions are met, always taking into account the rules defined by the health authorities at the time of the event. If the Organization believes that there are no conditions for this service to be provided, it may have to be cancelled. In the case of massages, the service will be provided by a third party outside the Organization but with its consent. If both parties believe that the conditions for this service to be provided safely are not met, it may be cancelled. Should there have been prior payment for the service, the amount will be refunded in full.
6.5 Prize delivery In view of the health situation at the time of the test, the Organization may determine that the necessary conditions are not met for the delivery of prizes to occur safely. In that case, the award ceremony will be cancelled. The prizes will be awarded to each of the first three athletes from each race to reach the finish line, male and female.
6.6 Cancellation of the race The Organization reserves the right to cancel the event due to unfavorable health conditions. If the race is cancelled for health reasons, the Organization will refund the registration fee already paid by the athletes under the conditions defined below: - Until August 31, 2021: 80% refund on the amount paid; - Until September 30, 2021: 65% refund on the amount paid; - In the month of the race: 50% refund on the amount paid. The cancellation of the race for health reasons will always have to be supported by evidence or stance of the Regional Health Authority, the final decision being made by the jury composed by the Race Director, the Organizer and the person responsible for Safety.
7. INFORMATION Information of interest to the athlete and their companions, about places to stay that have protocol with the Organization and places to visit and other information will be available at: www.ecotrailmadeira.com
8. ECOLOGICAL CONCERN 8.1 Litter and waste Each participant will be responsible for bringing the waste produced during the race. Any competitor who is identified to consciously dispose of waste in the environment during the course of the trail shall be disqualified. All participants must respect the signposting of the race and undertake not to damage intentionally the trees and vegetation. Failure to comply with this recommendation will imply disqualification. Waste will be collected at all refreshment areas, which must be used and the participants shall make use of it using the selective waste bins.
8.2. Environmental Partnership Within the framework of values of solidarity and environmental protection, the Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira Organization associates with other entities for environmental protection purposes and with the goal of minimizing the ecological impacts of the event. A number of environmental protection and rehabilitation measures taken in agreement with the partners in this area will be announced in due course on the official website of the event atwww.ecotrailmadeira.com
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9. PICTURE RIGHTS In taking part in the event or initiative of the Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira Organization, each athlete/participant allows the organisation to use or allow reproduction in his/her name, image or voice and sport performance within the context of the Trail with regard to any direct or indirect exploration of the event. This authorisation is extended to all means known or unknown to-date, using any support, worldwide, for an unspecified period of time. Any project or advertising support produced must have the prior approval of the Organization.
10. DATA PROTECTION The organisation Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira pledges to scrupulously respect that which is stipulated in the Portuguese law in regard to the gathering and processing of data. We call the attention of all participants to be aware of their rights as set out in the General Data Protection Regulation, approved by Re- gulation (EU) No. 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the European Commission of 27.04.2016. Participants of Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira, as owners of personal data, may, at any time, exercise their rights of data protection and privacy, in particular the rights of access, rectification, deletion, portability, limitation or opposition to treatment, under the terms and limitations set forth in the applicable legal regulations, by sending an e-mail to [email protected] The Policy for the Protection of Personal and Privacy Data can be found at www.dnoticias.pt
11 - OFFICIAL CONTACTS OF THE RACE All and any communication regarding the Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira should be addressed to: Ecotrail Funchal – Madeira EDN - Rua Dr. Fernão Ornelas 56 - 3º Andar 9054-514 Funchal Email: [email protected] Tel.: 00351 291 202 300
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