2025 KAILAS NORTHEAST 100 LAKE SONGHUA 

MOUNTAIN RUNNING RACE

INSTRUCTIONS AND REGULATIONS

2025 凯乐石东北100松花湖跑山赛

参赛指南与规程

FOREWORD 前言

It is important that you understand all the dangers involved with competitions such as this. You take part at your own risk. Following the instructions and regulations goes only partway to forestalling the problems you will find yourself up against. It is your own responsibility to assess the risks involved and prepare for the challenge you are taking on. For your own safety, it is essential that you are fully aware of your own capacities and your own limits. Being prepared to drop out of the race shows a responsible attitude.

DESCRIPTION 简介

The 2025 KAILAS Northeast 100 Lake Songhua Mountain Running Race is the premier trail running event in Northeast China, showcasing the pristine wilderness to trail running enthusiasts worldwide. This challenging race offers a raw and authentic trail experience, featuring the beauty of flower fields, the majesty of cloud-topped peaks, and the wonders of the black soil in Northeast China. With multiple race categories, including 100K, 55K, 30K, 20K, and the Family Categories 10K and 5K, the event attracts participants eager to explore the hidden Alps of China and uncover the wild spirit of the Northern Lands. Purity and Wildness Entwined. Welcome to immerse yourself in the snowy slopes and the sea of flowers track.

The races take place in a single stage, at free speed, within a limited time, in a semi-self-sufficiency regime. Runners must anticipate facing different weather conditions between one refreshment point and another, during both daylight and nighttime hours. The choice of clothing and all necessary equipment is therefore conditioned by these particular characteristics. Thorough training and a genuine capacity for personal autonomy are indispensable requirements for tackling these races.

GENERAL INFORMATION 基础信息

Event Date 日期

22 - 24 August 2025 

Location 地点

V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort, Fengman District, Jilin City, Jilin Province, China

吉林省吉林市丰满区万科松花湖度假区冠军广场

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Starting Point 起点

Champion Square, V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort 

Category 组别

100km 55km 30km 20km

* For individual adults only.

10km （100k for Youth Series）

5km （100k for Youth Series）

* For individual minors and family-run

Prize 荣誉

1.       Award 奖项

100km 55km 30km 20km 10km 5km（For both Men‘s and Women’s categories）

a)       Champion / 1^st Runner-up / 2^nd Runner-up

Trophies and commemorative prizes will be awarded on-site at the ceremony.

b)       4^th to 6^th place 

commemorative prizes

* Rankings are determined based on gun time. If gun times are identical, net time will be used as a tiebreaker.

2.       Commemorative Prize 完赛奖励

a)       All successfully registered participants will receive one Race Jersey for the 2025 KAILAS Northeast 100 Lake Songhua Mountain Running Race.

b)       All finishers with valid results will be awarded one Finisher Medal corresponding to their 2025 KAILAS Northeast 100 Lake Songhua Mountain Running Race category.

c)       Finishers with valid results will receive one Commemorative Prize corresponding to their 2025 KAILAS Northeast 100 Lake Songhua Mountain Running Race category.

REGISTRATION 报名

Registration Period 报名开放时间

Starting today，registration will end when bibs are sold out.

Entry Fee 报名费用

Entry Requirement 参赛条件

Registration for this event includes requirements for age, experience, and self-assessment of health care, please read carefully.

Age Limits 年龄限制

1.     Adult participants in all categories must be at least 18 years old (born on or before August 23, 2007) and must not exceed 65 years old (born on or after August 24, 1960).

2.     Minor participants must be at least 6 years old (born on or before August 23, 2019) and the maximum age limit is 14 years old (born on or after August 24, 2011).

3.     For family-run, minor participants must be at least 6 years old (born on or before August 23, 2019), and the maximum age limit is 14 years old (born on or after August 24, 2011). Meanwhile, the minor participants must be accompanied by an adult guardian throughout the event. 

Physical Requirement 身体条件

Participants should undergo a medical examination at a qualified and accredited healthcare institution. 

Participants with the following physical conditions are not suitable to participate：

1.     Participants with congenital heart disease and rheumatic heart disease;

2.     Participants with hypertension and cerebral vascular diseases;

3.     Participants with myocarditis and other heart diseases;

4.     Participants with coronary artery disease and severe arrhythmia;

5.     Participants with excessively high or low blood sugar levels due to diabetes;

6.     Participants having a cold within two weeks before the race;

7.     Runners who drink excessive amounts of alcohol or experience inadequate sleep in the night before the race; 

8.     Participants who have not recovered from infectious diseases or have not been fully recovered for less than 30 days;

9.     Pregnancy;

10.   Participants with other diseases not suitable for exercise.

Registration Qualification 报名资格

1.     100km: Must provide the finisher certificate of a trail running race of 50km or more within the past two years.

2年内50公里以上（含）越野赛完赛证书

2.     55km: Shall provide the finisher certificate of a trail running race of 20km or more， or the finisher certificate of a full marathon within the past two years.

2年内20公里以上（含）越野赛或全程马拉松或更长距离路跑赛、越野赛完赛证书

3.     30km: Shall provide the finisher certificate of a trail running race of 10km or more， or the finisher certificate of a half marathon, within the past two years.

2年内10公里以上（含）越野赛或半程马拉松或更长距离路跑赛、越野赛完赛

* Participants must submit the certificate obtained after August 24, 2023, for review by the organizing committee at the time of registration. Registration will only be considered successful once the review is approved and payment is completed.

ATTENTION: 

Long-distance trail running requires participants to engage in regular training and maintain good physical health. When registering, participants must carefully evaluate their fitness and select their competition category accordingly.

By registering, participants voluntarily and unconditionally assume full responsibility for the authenticity of their eligibility. The organizing committee will thoroughly review participants' relevant experience, and those who do not meet the registration requirements will not be allowed to compete.

Registration for Elite Runners 精英选手

Elite runners with a valid ITRA performance index meeting the following criteria will receive a free entry.

Free entry is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

1.       Elite Runners Definition

a)       Men with an ITRA Performance Index of 720 or above （including 720）

b)       Women with an ITRA Performance Index of 580 or above （including 580）

Participants who meet the criteria for elite runners can apply for free entry through the Official Email Address:

DB100@letoursports.com

2.       The application requires the following content: 

a)       A link that can directly access to the personal ITRA performance index page （ITRA Find a runner）;

b)       A personal photo (for promotional poster).

Please submit the above documents together as an attachment for qualification verification.

* The review process for elite runners does not accept screenshots, text, or other alternative formats

3.       To register as an Elite Runner means that you agree to:

a)       Participate in any official ceremonies you are invited to. 

参加任何受邀参加的官方仪式活动

b)       Attend any prize-giving ceremonies that may be related to you.

参加任何可能与您有关的颁奖仪式

Cancellation & Refund Policy 取消及退款规则

1.       Cancellation

a)       Participants who have successfully registered may not transfer their slot in any form.

b)       Participants will only be considered successfully registered after completing payment and passing the qualification review.

2.       Refund （For Overseas Runners）

a)       100% refund for cancellations, applicable if requested before 12:00 (GMT +8) on 31 July,

b)       Applications for cancellation and refunds will not be accepted in any form by the organizing committee after 12:00 (GMT +8) on 31 July, 2025.

3.       Exceptional Situations

a)       Unable to Participate Due to Injury or Pregnancy Reasons

                              i.           A diagnosis certificate from the Grade A Secondary hospital and above in your location is required.

                             ii.           Apply via email.

                            iii.           The organizing committee will respond to and process the refund within seven business days of receiving the application email.

* If the event is canceled due to force majeure or other factors, participants will receive a partial refund. The specific details will be announced separately.

4.       Cancellation Application

a)       Applications for cancellation must be emailed to the official email address:

DB100@letoursports.com

b)       The organizing committee will process refunds based on the time the application email is received and will complete the refund within 10 business days.

c)       Email Subject:

Cancellation Application - Kailas Northeast 100 – Name

d)       Email Content:

ID Number/ Passport Number – Name – Category – Contact Information

ATTENTION: 

Duplicate Registrations （Register for multiple categories at the same time）

Each participant can only register for one category, regardless of the registration platform or category. If duplicate registrations are found, the organizing committee reserves the right to retain only one race slot for the participant.

* Cancellation due to duplicate registrations incurs a processing fee of 100 CNY per race slot. Please pay close attention during registration and avoid duplicate registrations.

EVENT SCHEDULE 赛事日程

Event Date

23 - 24 August 2025

Location 地点

V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort, Fengman District, Jilin City, Jilin Province, China

吉林省吉林市丰满区万科松花湖度假区冠军广场

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Race Pack Collection （Only For Oversea Runners）参赛包领取 （仅针对境外选手）

1.       Pre–Race Pack Collection  赛前领包

Period:

14:00 – 21:00, 21 August

10:00 – 21:00, 22 August

Location:

V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort, Fengman District, Jilin City, Jilin Province, China

吉林省吉林市丰满区万科松花湖度假区冠军广场

* Subject to final release time. Stay updated with the organizing committee.

2.       Race day pack collection  比赛日领包

Period: 

05:00 – 08:30, 23 August

06:00 – 07:30, 24 August

* Race pack collection closes 15 minutes before the starting time of each category.

Location: 

V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort, Fengman District, Jilin City, Jilin Province, China

吉林省吉林市丰满区万科松花湖度假区冠军广场

ATTENTION:

1.     When registering for the race, participants must select their race pack collection location. The organizing committee will distribute race packs in advance to designated cities based on demand. Any race packs not collected in these cities will be transferred to V·SKI Lake Songhua Resort and distributed in the second and third collection waves.

2.     Participants must present their original personal identification document when collecting their race pack. Proxy collection is not allowed.

3.     All participants must go to the race pack collection area in person. They must present their original personal identification for verification, agree to and sign the Liability disclaimer and declaration of assumption of risk, and then collect their race pack.

4.     The race pack includes (but is not limited to):

a)       1 race bag

b)       1 race bib (with timing chip)

c)       1 race jersey

* Acceptable original personal identification documents include a second-generation ID card （China）, passport, Exit-Entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao, or Taiwan compatriot permit.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

If a participant fails to submit the required documents as specified above, the organizing committee reserves the right to deny race entry and race pack items. 

RACE COURSE 路线

100km

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 100.32km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 4852m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 30 hours

Date 赛事日期: 22 August 2025

ITRA Credits积分: 4

55km

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 53.76km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 3002m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 17 hours

Date 赛事日期: 23 August 2025

ITRA Credits积分: 3

30km

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 30.96km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 2025m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 10 hours

Date 赛事日期: 23 August 2025

ITRA Credits积分: 2

20km

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 21.36km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 1158m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 8 hours

Date 赛事日期: 23 August 2025

ITRA Credit积分: 1

 

10km（100k for Youth Series）- （Only for Mainland China Runners）

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 10.33km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 651m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 4 hours

Date 赛事日期: 24 August 2025

5km（100k for Youth Series）- （Only for Mainland China Runners）

Certified Course Distance 实际距离: 4.64km

Elevation Gain累计爬升: 255m

Cut-off Time关门时间: 3 hours

Date 赛事日期: 24 August 2025

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT 强制装备

 

Mandatory Equipment & Missing-Related Penalty
No.	Penalty	Mandatory equipment checklist （Provided by the Organizing Committee if it has*）	100km	55km	30km	20km	10km	5km
1	Disqualification	* Race bib + wristband + chip	√	√	√	√	√	√
2	Disqualification	* GPS （deposit & refund）	√	√	-	-	-	-
3	Disqualification	Mobile phone (keep always on & track downloaded)	√	√	√	√	√	√
4	Disqualification	Headlamps（backup batteries）	2 sets	1 set	-	-	-	-
5	Disqualification	Hooded hardshell jacket （≥10000mm）	√	√	√	√	-	-
6	Disqualification	Survival blanket	√	√	√	√	-	-
7	Disqualification	Reusable, sealable water bottle/water container	≥ 1L	≥ 1L	≥1L	≥1L	≥ 0.5L	≥ 0.5L
8	None	Cash（required amount）	√	√	√	√	-	-
9	1–hour penalty	Power bank（ensure sufficient battery power and bring a charging cable）	10000mA+	5000mA+	5000mA+	5000mA+	-	-
10	1–hour penalty	Portable water cup (the organizing committee will not provide disposable tableware)	√	√	√	√	√	√
11	1–hour penalty	Warm top (minimum 200g, made of wool/fleece/down material)	√	-	-	-	-	-
12	1–hour penalty	Emergency food （e.g., energy gel, energy bar, beef jerky）	2 packets	1 packet	1 packet	1 packet	-	-
13	1–hour penalty	Whistle	√	√	√	√	√	√
14	1–hour penalty	First-aid kit （self-adhesive elastic bandage, sterile dressing, Povidone-Iodine Swabsticks, adhesive bandage）	√	√
Recommend Equipment
GPS-enabled watch				Kailas trail running shoes
Backup light source, power bank				Trekking poles
Full-brim hat, buff, visor				Electrolyte supplements (salt tablets, etc.)
Sunglasses				Kinesiology tape
Quick-dry sports T-shirt and shorts				Vaseline or anti-chafing balm
Compression gear (top, bottom, leg sleeves)				Sun protection items (sunscreen, arm sleeves, etc.)
Spare clothing				Insect repellent products
Quick-dry running socks, waterproof socks, thermal socks				Waterproof sealable bag (for cash, phone, power bank, etc.)
Gaiters for sand protection				Trash bag (for food wrappers, waste, etc.)
Legend √: Mandatory；-: Not Mandatory.

 

1.     Runners must carry the mandatory equipment at all times during the race.

2.     The organizing committee has the right to request additional types and quantities of mandatory equipment before the race, according to the weather conditions, and to check them before entering the assembly area;

3.     The mandatory equipment checklist does not cover all the equipment of the participants. Runners are requested to decide whether they need to add equipment according to their own ability and the weather conditions of the day;

4.     Runners must bring all the equipment in the mandatory equipment checklist and accept inspection before race pack collection, and those who do not meet the requirements will not be able to continue the procedure of collection;

5.     The organizing committee will carry out mandatory equipment check at the start and finish line and during the course at any time. Runners must cooperate with the check. Failure to pass the check will be subject to the Organizing committee of the relevant penalties, penalties shall be subject to the Race Instructions and Regulations.

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REGULATIONS 规程

1.     Participants must complete the race entirely by walking or running independently.

2.     Participants must be mostly self-sufficient regarding supplies, except for those provided by the organizing committee. During the race, all mandatory equipment designated by the committee must be carried at all times.

3.     Participants may only receive assistance from their designated support team at refreshment points. Except in emergencies, outside support is not allowed elsewhere. However, purchasing food or drinks from shops, restaurants, street vendors, or vending machines along the course is permitted.

4.     Pacers and support runners are strictly prohibited. To avoid misunderstandings, non-participants must not accompany participants on the race route.

5.     Food and drinks provided at refreshment points are exclusively for participants.

6.     Race bibs must be worn on the front of the race attire and remain visible at all times. Participants must wear their bibs in a prominent position throughout the race. (A bib belt may be used to facilitate changing clothes.)

7.     If a participant withdraws from the race, they must notify the personnel at the nearest refreshment point and follow the instructions for a safe return to the start/finish area.

8.     Participants who fail to complete the designated course and distance within the cutoff time are considered not to have finished. Upon arrival at the checkpoint (CP) (support points, namely SP, are not cutoff points but have designated closing times), participants must register with staff and follow instructions for safe withdrawal.

9.     If a participant requires medical assistance during the race, they should call the emergency contact number on their race bib to reach the organizing committee, which will provide aid as needed.

10.   Participants must follow race markers and are strictly forbidden from taking shortcuts. Violations will result in disqualification.

11.   Participants must carry all mandatory equipment throughout the race. The organizing committee may conduct random gear checks. An incomplete gear may result in penalties, additional time deductions, or disqualification depending on the severity of the violation.

12.   Participants must follow instructions from aid station staff and race officials at all times. If a participant fails to reach an aid station before its closing time, they must withdraw from the race as instructed.

13.   Littering along the route is strictly prohibited.

14.   Participants must not damage or disturb any plants or animals along the course.

15.   The use of banned substances or illegal drugs is strictly prohibited.

16.   Participants are responsible for the actions of their support team. Support personnel must comply with all instructions from the organizing committee and race officials, including requirements to vacate specific areas at refreshment points. Violations or inappropriate conduct by support personnel may result in penalties or disqualification. The organizing committee is not responsible for the safety of support personnel.

17.   Support personnel must follow all instructions from the refreshment points’ staff, including requests to clear space. The organizing committee is not responsible for their safety or whereabouts.

18.   Violations of these rules may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the sole discretion of the organizing committee.

19.   Participants must prioritize their own safety and the safety of others. They should remain mindful of other users on the race course at all times. Extra caution is required when crossing roads or running along road sections. If a fellow participant is injured or unwell, help should be provided. Time lost assisting an injured or unwell runner will be deducted from the final race time.

20.   The organizing committee provides basic accident insurance for participants but recommends that they purchase additional coverage for higher protection.

21.   The organizing committee reserves the right to modify race rules, routes, and/or other arrangements as deemed necessary.

22.   Participants must provide true and accurate information to the organizing committee. Any deliberate deception may result in invalid registration. The organizing committee reserve the right to alter and/or cancel the participant’s race qualification without compensation.

23.   Event Cancellation or Postponement.

The organizing committee reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race due to the following situations: 

a)       Adverse weather conditions. 

b)       Landslides, falling rocks, or other terrain hazards along the race route. 

c)       Force majeure events beyond the control of the organizers that make hosting the race impossible, unsafe, or impractical. Force majeure includes, but is not limited to, natural disasters, war, hostile acts, invasion, rebellion, revolution, riots, strikes, work stoppages, road or trail blockages, disease outbreaks, and terrorist acts or threats.

24.   Penalties

a)       Violating any race rule may result in time penalties or disqualification, depending on the severity of the infraction. 

b)       All penalties and disqualification decisions are made at the sole discretion of the organizing committee. 

c)       Examples of rule violations include: 

A.      Failure to carry any mandatory equipment. 

B.      Taking shortcuts or failing to follow the official race course. 

C.      Littering by participants or their support teams. 

D.      Receiving outside support outside of refreshment points. 

E.       Stashing and using hidden supplies (including food, drinks, or other assistance tools) along the course. 

F.       Running with a non-participant as a pacer. 

G.      Using transportation (e.g., riding in a vehicle). 

H.      Obstructing or causing harm to another participant. 

I.        Consuming banned substances or illegal drugs. 

J.        Tampering with or removing race signage and course markers. 

K.      Damaging or disturbing plants or animals along the route. 

L.       Failing to display the race bib visibly. 

M.     Continuing to race after a checkpoint has officially closed. 

N.      Disobeying instructions from race officials, referees, emergency personnel, or volunteers.

O.      Giving one’s bib number to another participant. 

P.       Using another person’s bib number.

 

SAFETY RULES 安全保障规则

1.     Due to the extended duration of this event and significant temperature differences between morning and evening, the organizing committee will conduct strict mandatory equipment checks during the event. Participants who fail to carry the required gear will face time penalties or disqualification and will not be allowed to continue the race.

2.     Medical service and volunteer medical teams will be stationed at the start/finish area and checkpoints to assist with medical care and ensure race order. Participants may request help from staff at any time.

3.     In case of an emergency requiring immediate rescue, participants should call the emergency contact number provided by the organizing committee as soon as possible. The emergency number is printed on the back of the race bib.

4.     Before rescue staff arrive, participants awaiting assistance should use any portable medical supplies for self-care, including but not limited to covering themselves with an emergency survival blanket and waiting in a safe area.

5.     If race officials determine that a participant is unfit to continue, they must strictly follow the medical team’s instructions and cooperate with the referees to complete the withdrawal process.

6.     Participants who drop out of the race or fail to meet the cutoff time will be transported back to the finish area by event staff as soon as possible.

7.     The organizing committee provides basic event accident insurance for all registered participants. However, participants are advised to purchase additional coverage based on their personal needs.

 

ENQUIRY 咨询

Official Email Address:

DB100@letoursports.com

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