Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong Challenge 2023
Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong Challenge 2023
Running from Sea Level TO THE TOP of Hong Kong
Running from Sea Level TO THE TOP of Hong Kong
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About Salomon TTTHK & TTTLT 2023
10th Anniversary - Come Back Stronger!
In 2013, Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong started. Every year, we run from the sea level to the top of Hong Kong. Until 2020, the race was suspended one year and another. We tried finding race route outside country park, and even struggled to simply turn the race into a virtual run.
Finally, we are back at our 10th anniversary in 2023. Not only To The Top of Hong Kong is back, To The Top of Lantau is introduced as the Prologue race, follow by a chasing start for the Final, To The Top of Hong Kong.
The two 50KM races will be in Tai Lam, Tai Mo Shan and Lantau respectively. Both routes are of high runnability with little climb in the first half, whereas the second half will be the challenging part with more ups and downs. There is also a shorter-distance option for both races. You can run either race to get a single stage ranking.
Chasing-start
The race consists of a Prologue race with normal mass-start, and a Final race with start time determined by the Prologue results.
In the Final, the Prologue winner starts first. Assuming the first runner-up of Prologue is 10 seconds slower, his start time will be 10 seconds behind the Prologue winner, and so on. The first runner completes the route and crosses the finish line wins.
About Salomon TTTHK & TTTLT 2023
10th Anniversary - Come Back Stronger!
In 2013, Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong started. Every year, we run from the sea level to the top of Hong Kong. Until 2020, the race was suspended one year and another. We tried finding race route outside country park, and even struggled to simply turn the race into a virtual run.
Finally, we are back at our 10th anniversary in 2023. Not only To The Top of Hong Kong is back, To The Top of Lantau is introduced as the Prologue race, follow by a chasing start for the Final, To The Top of Hong Kong.
The two 50KM races will be in Tai Lam, Tai Mo Shan and Lantau respectively. Both routes are of high runnability with little climb in the first half, whereas the second half will be the challenging part with more ups and downs. There is also a shorter-distance option for both races. You can run either race to get a single stage ranking.
Chasing-start
The race consists of a Prologue race with normal mass-start, and a Final race with start time determined by the Prologue results.
In the Final, the Prologue winner starts first. Assuming the first runner-up of Prologue is 10 seconds slower, his start time will be 10 seconds behind the Prologue winner, and so on. The first runner completes the route and crosses the finish line wins.
3.19 - Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong Challenge
Final Call
Fight for single stage ranking!
Salomon To The Top of Lantau
28km Race [Open/ Master]
Date: 2023-01-29 (Sun)
Start Time: 09:00
Time Limit: 8 hours
Start & Finish Point: Silver Mine Bay Beach, Mui Wo
50km Race [Elite/ Master Elite]
Date: 2023-01-29 (Sun)
Start Time: 08:00
Time Limit: 13 hours
Start & Finish Point: Silver Mine Bay Beach, Mui Wo
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Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong
6km Race [Kids/ Youth]
Date: 2023-03-19 (Sun)
Start Time: 15:00
Time Limit: 2 hours
Start & Finish Point: Angler’s Beach, Sham Tseng
24km Race [Open/ Master]
Date: 2023-03-19 (Sun)
Start Time: 10:00
Time Limit: 8 hours
Start Point: Rotary Park, Tai Mo Shan
Finish Point: Angler’s Beach, Sham Tseng
50km Race [Elite/ Master Elite]
Date: 2023-03-19 (Sun)
Start Time: 08:00
Time Limit: 13 hours
Start & Finish Point: Angler’s Beach, Sham Tseng
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Categories & Entry Fee
Men Elite/ Women Elite
No age limit
Prologue :
TTTLT 50km - HK$690
Final:
TTTHK 50km - HK$690
TTTLT 50km + TTTHK 50km: HK$1190
Men Master Elite/ Women Master Elite
Age limit: 40 or above (born in 1983 & before)
Prologue :
TTTLT 50km - HK$690
Final:
TTTHK 50km - HK$690
TTTLT 50km + TTTHK 50km: HK$1190
Men Open/ Women Open
No age limit
Prologue :
TTTLT 28km - HK$490
Final:
TTTHK 24km - HK$490
TTTLT 28km + TTTHK 24km: HK$890
Men Master/ Women Master
Age limit: 40 or above (born in 1983 & before)
Prologue :
TTTLT 28km - HK$490
Final:
TTTHK 24km - HK$490
TTTLT 28km + TTTHK 24km: HK$890
Youth Race
Age limit: 15 - 18 (born in 2005 - 2008)
TTTHK 6km - HK$390
Kids Race
Age limit: 8 - 14 (born in 2009 - 2015)
TTTHK 6km - HK$390
Men Elite/ Women Elite
No age limit
Prologue :
TTTLT 50km - HK$690
Final:
TTTHK 50km - HK$690
TTTLT 50km + TTTHK 50km: HK$1190
Men Master Elite/ Women Master Elite
Age limit: 40 or above (born in 1983 & before)
Prologue :
TTTLT 50km - HK$690
Final:
TTTHK 50km - HK$690
TTTLT 50km + TTTHK 50km: HK$1190
Men Open/ Women Open
No age limit
Prologue :
TTTLT 28km - HK$490
Final:
TTTHK 24km - HK$490
TTTLT 28km + TTTHK 24km: HK$890
Men Master/ Women Master
Age limit: 40 or above (born in 1983 & before)
Prologue :
TTTLT 28km - HK$490
Final:
TTTHK 24km - HK$490
TTTLT 28km + TTTHK 24km: HK$890
Youth Race
Age limit: 15 - 18 (born in 2005 - 2008)
TTTHK 6km - HK$390
Kids Race
Age limit: 8 - 14 (born in 2009 - 2015)
TTTHK 6km - HK$390
Participation Certificate
$30 / Stage
Participants who wish to obtain a participation certificate for each stage should indicate in the entry form.
$30 / Stage
Participants who wish to obtain a participation certificate for each stage should indicate in the entry form.
To The Top Number Bib Clips
To The Top Limited Edition Bib Clips
A pack of To The Top Bib Clips will be offered for all runners.
Runners are entitled to one redemption only.
To The Top Limited Edition Bib Clips
A pack of To The Top Bib Clips will be offered for all runners.
Runners are entitled to one redemption only.
Race Tee
TTTLT 2023 Race Tee
Front
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Back
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TTTHK 2023 Race Tee
Front
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Back
Two designs for two stages of race!
$150 / Piece
The memento race tee of each stage will be offered to all runners. You may buy extra pieces after the races if stock available.
Two designs for two stages of race
$150 / Piece
The memento race tee of each stage will be offered to all runners. You may buy extra pieces after the races if stock available.
Souvenirs & Prizes
Salomon Hong Kong Peak Visor ($120)
The first 250 entries of TTTHK 50km race will receive a Salomon Hong Kong Peak Visor.
Salomon 10 Peak Towel ($50)
The first 250 entries of TTTLT 50km race will receive a Salomon 10 Peak Towel.
The Overlander Arm Sleeves ($65)
The first 250 entries of TTTLT 28km race and first 250 entries of TTTHK 24km race will receive a set of The Overlander Arm Sleeves.
Salomon Luggage Tag ($25)
The following entries will receive a Salomon Luggage Tag:
251-500 entries of TTTLT 50km race
251-500 entries of TTTLT 28km race
251-500 entries of TTTHK 50km race
251-500 entries of TTTHK 24km race
Trophy
The top 5 in prologue stage, final stage and overall ranking of each category will be awarded a trophy.
Finisher Medal
All finishers (ONLY for runners finish the race within time limit) will receive a finisher medal.
Salomon S-Lab Sense 8 ($1898)
Salomon S-Lab Ultra 2 ($1898)
Salomon S-Lab Sense 8 SG ($1898)
Overall Champions of Elite, Master Elite, Open and Master Categories will receive a pair of the above.
Plus Salomon Cash Coupon ($1500 for Elite & Master Elite; $1000 for Open & Master)
Salomon Ultra Glide ($1098)
Overall 2nd place of Elite, Master Elite, Open and Master Categories will receive a pair of the above.
Plus Salomon Cash Coupon ($800 for Elite & Master Elite; $600 for Open & Master)
Salomon Active Skin 8 Set ($898)
Overall 3rd place of Elite and Master Elite Categories
Plus Salomon Cash Coupon $500
Salomon Active Skin 4 Set ($798)
Overall 3rd place of Open and Master Categories
Plus Salomon Cash Coupon $300
Salomon Outlife Duffel 45 ($1298)
Overall 4th place of Elite and Master Elite Categories
Salomon Outlife Duffel 25 ($998)
Overall 4th place of Open and Master Categories
Salomon XT 15 Hiking Bag ($898)
Overall 5th place of Elite and Master Elite Categories
Salomon XT 6 Hiking bag ($698)
Overall 5th place of Open and Master Categories
CHUMS Tee/ Hat
Youth Race & Kids Race 1st - 5th places
Plus The Overlander Cash Coupon ($500 for 1st place; $400 for 2nd place; $300 for 3rd place)
Gear
Be Prepared
Headlight is mandatory for 50km runners!
1. We suggest you to wear trail running shoes.
2. Wear a watch to keep time. Better with GPS function for after race evaluation.
3. In a few area the vegetation is quite thick. Do lower body protection if needed.
4. You can use a hiking pole but please use it carefully to avoid hurting the others.
5. Strongly recommend you to bring with a water bottle or bladder and some food.
6. For safety, please bring with a whistle and mobile phone for emergency.
Baggage Deposit
Baggage Deposit Service
We take care of your baggage.
1. The organizer will transfer the baggage from Start to Finish for the TTTHK 24km runners.
2. The organizer will look after the baggage for all of the other categories.
3. Every runner will get a plastics bag, a baggage tag with his / her bib number and a cable tie. Please place your bag inside the plastic bag and tie the plastic bag tightly with the baggage tag attached before depositing your baggage.
4. Each runner is entitled to bag deposit once and is limited to deposit one bag.
5. Please retrieve your baggage with your number bib.
6. The organizer has the right to refuse depositing valuable items and oversized bags.
7. Competitors deposit their bags at their own risk. Please do not bring any valuables. The organizer is not responsible for any losses or damages.
Race Rules
Race Rules for all runners
1. Runners must complete the marked course on foot under their own power.
2. Refreshments at the WPs are reserved for runners only.
3. Number bid must be visible at all times on the outside of clothing at the front.
4. If you withdraw from the event, you must inform the race officials at the closest checkpoint.
5. If you need first aid help on the course you should call 53811226 to contact event organizer who will make every effort to retrieve you.
6. Stay on the marked course. Short cuts are strictly prohibited and runners found to be using short cuts will be disqualified.
7. Littering is prohibited. Any participant found littering will incur a time penalty at the organizers’ discretion.
8. Breaking any of the rules may incur a time penalty or disqualification. Any such penalties are at the organizers’ discretion and are final.
9. Ensure your own safety and that of others. Be considerate of other trail and road users at all times. Take great care when crossing or running on roads. If another runner is injured or in distress, please assist. The race organizer will gladly deduct from your finishing time any time spent assisting an injured or distressed fellow runner.
10. Y2Y Orienteering Development and Training Limited has its own public liability insurance. This does not include personal accident of participants. We recommend that you have your own personal accident cover.
11. The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the Event Rules, route and/or other arrangements as they deem appropriate.
Safety Measures
Safety Measures
Safety first, race second.
1. During the holiday there will be more cars along the Tai Mo Shan Road. Patrolling will be arranged. Runners please KEEP LEFT.
2. The course is rocky, uneven, steep and slippery in places. Please be careful.
3. Please keep your manners, be careful and avoid bumping into people.
4. Please bring enough food and drink. Bring your own water bottle or bladder to take away water from WPs.
5. If you feel unwell during the race, you should stop racing and seek for help from CPs/ WPs.
6. The organizer has purchased Public Liability Insurance for the race. Competitors and their parents participate at their own risk. The organizer undertakes no liabilities to any personal injury. Competitors are recommended to purchase suitable insurance.
Race Kit Collection
SALOMON SHOP
Shop No.202, 2/F, THE FOREST, 17 Nelson Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong
To The Top of Lantau
Number bib and timing chip will be distributed on the race day.
Other souvenirs will be distributed in the following periods:
2023-3-15 (Wed) 13:00 - 20:30
2023-3-16 (Thu) 15:00 - 20:30
2023-3-17 (Fri) 15:00 - 20:30
To The Top of Hong Kong
Date & Time:
2023-3-15 (Wed) 13:00 - 20:30
2023-3-16 (Thu) 15:00 - 20:30
2023-3-17 (Fri) 15:00 - 20:30
Volunteers
Enjoy the race in a special way
Volunteers - Join The Party!
Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong Challenge, a race running from sea level to the top of Hong Kong. Support from race volunteers contributes to the success of the race. We are now recruiting the following volunteers for Salomon TTTLT and TTTHK 2023:
1. Checkpoint volunteers – Giving out food and drink at checkpoints.
2. Sweep team – After checkpoint closure, follow the last runners to the next checkpoint and remove route mark along the course.
3. Event centre volunteers – Helping with timing chip distribution, baggage deposit and after-race catering.
To express our gratitude for your support, all volunteers will receive a race tee, an officials jacket and a 50% off quota for entering Salomon To The Top of Hong Kong Challenge 2024.
If you are interested in becoming the race volunteers, please fill in the form below.
Registration
Participants can register by the following ways,
1. Register through the online registration system. (After a successful online payment, you will receive a confirmation email. That means your entry is successful.)
2. Online group registration and pay by cheque or bank transfer. Available for 10 competitors or more only. Discount available for 20 entries or more at once. Please contact us via email to acquire Excel entry form and discount details.
No refund shall be made after successful registration. Registration fee paid for duplicated entries will not be refunded. If the event has been cancelled due to inclement weather or Force majeure*, the event will be re-scheduled. If the event is cancelled again on re-scheduled date, the race will not be rescheduled again, and your entry fee will not be refunded.
*Force majeure i.e. due to occurrence of incidents that are beyond the control of the Organizerand which renders it impossible, unsafe or impractical to hold the event. A force majeure event shall include, but is not limited to, government policies, rejection of venue permits, act of God, war, hostilities, invasion, rebellion, revolution, insurrection, riot, commotion, strikes, go-slows, lock outs or disorder, outbreak of disease, acts or threats of terrorism.
Any subsequent amendment (except cancelling or retaining registration) after the registration deadline will result in HK$50 administration fee.
Registration Deadline:
TTTLT: 2023-1-23
TTTHK: 2023-3-10
Remarks
1. Event information will be uploaded on website: https://park.orienteering.hk 5 days before the event. Participants must check the event information on their own.
2. SPORTident AIR+ electronic punching system will be used. Particpants may purchase, rent or use own SIAC/SI card for the race. Please use the rented card with care. If the rented control card is lost or damaged, participants are required to compensate HK$700 to Y2Y Orienteering Development and Training Centre.
3. Public Liability Insurance is covered by the organizer. Participants/Parents are advised to apply their necessary insurance.
4. The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any person and / or nullify his or her result due to any violation the official rules of the event. No refund will be accommodated in the case of disqualifications.
5. The organizer reserves the final right for any amendment, including but not limited to change of competition venues, date, time and race formats. Any changes or contingent measures for the event announced by the organizer and posted on the event’s website shall prevail.
