2013 The North Face 100 Benguet ( Registration and Freebies info)

One of the most anticipated annual trail-runs  in the country and perhaps one of the most expensive? Considering  the location and accommodation that you also need to pay. But as they saying goes, the early bird catches the early worm. –In registration  (Early rate freebies plus huge discounts) see below.

The north face 100 invites you to run further than you ever have in 2013! Promoting the genuine spirit of exploration since its kick start in 2008, The North Face 100 has become the most well-received and anticipated distance trail running series of seven Asia Pacific countries in fifth year: Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines, China, Australia, Singapore and Japan. Whether you are an aspiring trail running beginner or a seasoned racer looking for new challenges, unparalleled experience is offered in each competition of this region’s largest trail running series. Break all boundaries, and Never Stop Exploring.

 

Talking about excitement and anticipation. We made sure  to avail all the freebies that we can get since this time we’ll be participating the ultra category  50Km and yes it’s pricy, Php 3,500 plus the transportation to Baguio and hotel accommodation for at least to nights, make that 3 nights for us and food consumption as-well. Roughly around 7,500 of hard earned money. That can cover 7 road marathons.

But like any hobbyist and enthusiast like us; we do shell out money for these events. Guilty?

Just yesterday (Jan. 16) we registered for 50K at TNF SM Mega Mall. Well, having updated and connected to some TNF folks that we made friends before and of course trough their FB account, we ‘re always up-to-date on their promos like: Start of registration early registrants freebies and discounts.

Here are those:

Get 30% discount on registration when you use your TNF-Unionbank credit card or when you present a Total Fitness Magazine Jan/Feb issue (with TNF100 Belly Ad).

If you’re a TNF merchandise fan-boy, then I assume already have this. I’m a Fanboy too unfortunately I failed to acquire this card (long story). Anyway here’s how to apply for one: http://thehikezillas.blogspot.com/2011/10/north-face-credit-card-must-have.html

Another way which is the easiest way, (this was easy for us last year) . TotalFitness magazine Php. 120

If some of you noticed that magazine and books store don’t have this issue of Total Fitness yet is because they have not delivered or just starting to dispatch it. The January-February issue and it’s already middle of January, crazy right?

Good thing we have friends that can make some work-around and help us to get a copy ahead. That’s one perks of being a blogger.  

Anyway you can grab a copy of this issue this weekend, try going QC area since the publisher/warehouse is just within  that are as-well Panay Avenue to be exact.

Here’s the break down:

Registration Fee:

100k and 50k: Php 3,500 – 30%off = 2,450 – 120 (Magazine cost) = Savings of  930 that’s still huge.
22k and 11k: Php 1,000 – 30%off = 700 - 120 (Magazine cost) = Savings of 180 not much but still a discount.

And if you’re an early bird… whom always gets the good stuff. (For 50km and 100km only)

FREE TNF100 Enduro Belt for the first 5 registrants per store (valued at approx. 1,500)
FREE Bus ride (Manila-Baguio-Manila) for the first 5 registrants per store (savings of 1000 if you take victory liner.)

Also TNF promised this year a good quality and much better design and at last Asian sizes of  singlets. Valued at 1500.

Plus.

All 50k and 100k finishers will receive a medal and Top 50 finishers per category will get an authentic TNF100 race visor. (Valued at 900)

15%off discount coupon once you registered (For all categories)

To sum-up. If you’re one of the first 5 registrant per store - Like us . (for 50 and 100 only)

1500 discount on registration

Enduro Belt for the first 5 registrants per store (valued at approx. 1,500)

FREE Bus ride (Manila-Baguio-Manila) valued at 1,000

Authentic TNF singlet valued at 1,500 (All participants of 50 &100)

Now that’s we call sulit.  Money well spend… If maagap ka.

Race details from http://www.thrillofthetrail.ph/race-details

Race Updates TNF 100 Baguio 2013

*As of April 10 2013

Updates on Race times

50km                                                                                     Time

Race Start:  April 20, 2013                                                4:00 AM
Race Finish: April 20, 22013                                        10:00 PM
Cut-off:                                                                                18 hours

100km                                                                                   Time

Race Start: April 20, 2013                                              3:00 AM
Race Finish: April 21, 2013                                            10:00 AM
Cut-0ff:                                                                             30 Hours

100km Kilometer/Stage Cut Off Times*

TNF 100 2013 will feature kilometer or stage cut offs.   Multi stage/kilometer cut-off is to ensure the safety and well-being of the participants. Below are the kilometers/stages with corresponding cut off times:

Kilometer/Stage                                                                                              Cut-off times:

50 Kilometer mark/ Kennon road                                                        14 hours from start of the race
75 Kilometer mark/ Summit Sto. Tomas                                           22 hours from start of the race
100 Kilometer mark/Camp John Hay                                                 30 hours from start of the race

*organizers can modify the race times and cut offs before and during the race depending on the conditions of the race course, weather and other safety considerations.

Participants who fail to reach the cut off times will be transported back to the finish line.

Logistic Point (LP) and drop-off bag.

• Participants have the option to turn over their drop off bag and supplies for the race on April 19, 2013, from 2pm to 6pm only at specially assigned counters near R.O.X. Camp John Hay .
• Drop off bags and supplies must fit in one (1) large plastic bag to be provided by the organizer. Runners can access their drop-off bag at the Logistic point located at kilometer 50.
• Organizers will transport the bags at LP after 6pm of April 19, and will return it at the finish line after the race.
• Runners can reclaim their drop off bags until 3pm of April 20, 2013. Unclaimed drop-off bags after will be disposed of accordingly.
• It is strongly suggested that no valuables be stored in the drop-off bags, the organizers will not be held accountable for any loss or damage to contents of the drop-off bags.

Race Briefing

Race briefing will be at R.O.X. Camp John Hay at 3pm, April 19, 2013.  Race course, logistic areas, hydration, gears, cut-off times will all be discussed here.  This will also give runners ample time to rest and secure mandatory equipment for the race.

 

Registration points:

• The North Face branches: SM N.Edsa; SM Megamall ; Shangri La; Glorietta IV; SM MOA ; Alabang Town Center (ATC) ; SM Cebu; SM CDO; SM Davao
• R.O.X. branches: BHS, Marquee Mall, Cebu
• The Travel Club SM Baguio
• Res Toe Run branches: Ermita; Gateway; Trinoma; Naga and Legazpi

Registration fee inclusions:

50 and 100K runners will get:

• Cash and Product Prizes for winners
• Trophies (100K) and Medals (100K and 50K) for winners and podium finishers
• Authentic TNF100 Race Jersey, Bib, Maps,TNF100 stickers and raffle entry plus freebies from sponsors
• Authentic TNF100 Race Visor for first 100 registrants
• Free bus ride to and from Baguio for 1st 50 registrants; bus sched To  Be Announced (TBA)
• Free post event “boodle- brunch” courtesy of D.O.T. CAR
• Special edition TNF100 2013 Finisher’s token
• Finisher’s Certificate

11 and 22K runners will get:

• Cash and Product Prizes for winners
• Medals for winners and podium finishers
• Standard issue TNF100 Race Jersey, Bib, Maps,TNF100 stickers and raffle entry plus freebies from sponsors
• Finisher’s Certificate

Click this link for previous –> TNF100 (2012 Philippines, Benguet-Baguio) FAQs

Sources: The North Face PH; thrillofthetrail.ph

-Boyzilla