2023 CTBC･Taipei 101 Run Up Race Information

Operation Supervisor: Ｍinistry of Finance, R.O.C.、Taipei City Government
Organizer: Taipei Financial Center Corporation
Title Sponsor: CTBC BANK
Co-organizer: National Police Agency , Ｍinistry of the Interior Republic of China ( Taiwan )

Sponsors: 

Nan Ya Plastics Corporation、ROYAL ELASTICS、Taiwan Shin Kong Security Co., Ltd.、Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd.、Move Free- USA Mobility Expert、crystalsoap、XJIEE COJIb、BENEFIT INTEGRATION CO., LTD.、CREATION FOOD CO., LTD、Kenji、Salonpas(Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical)、BAMBOO by Lastic、 Friends of Republic of China Police Association (FRCPA)

Executed by: Bruce Style Co., Ltd.
Coordinated by: Chinese Taipei Road Running Association (CTRRA)
Ｍedical Team: MGEMS
Media Partner: EBC
Date: October 14, 2023 (Saturday)
Location: TAIPEI 101, 1-91 Floors (Total of 2046 steps)
Website: www.taipei101-runup.com.tw

Qualification

Age Restriction：

1. Individuals must be over age 15 and under 70 years old, i.e., born between 15 October 1953 and 14 October 2008, to be eligible for the race.
2. Individuals over age 15 and under age 18, i.e., born between 13 October 2005 and 14 October 2008, are required to submit a “ Authorization and Declaration Form ” signed by both him/herself and by a parent or a legal guardian by September 20th after registering and completing the payment. All forms must either be mailed to P.O. Box 47-110, Taipei 103, Taiwan with a subject “ATTN: 2023 CTBC．TAIPEI 101 Run Up” or emailed to service@sportsnet.org.tw . Those with false or incomplete information or have not submitted the required documents before the deadline, will be deemed as not having completed the participant registration process and will not be able to participate in the competition

How To Register

Registration Period

September 14, 2023 (Thu.) 12PM to September 20, 2023 (Wed.) 5PM (Registration closes when slots are full)

Payment Method

Race Shirt

Cancellation and Refund

Race Packet

Items in the race packet：

1. Bib
2. Timing chip
3. Race shirt

Ways of collecting the race packetBased on the selected option when registering：

Regulations

1. It is the sole responsibility of the participant to ensure that he/she is physically fit to participate in and complete the race without any medical assistance. Participants should also understand the risks involved in taking part in the race. Person who is suffering from chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and asthma…etc., should not join the race. Every runner will undergo a health check on the race day before starting. Once passed, you will then receive your "Qualifier" pass. All runners must run in sequence according to the bib number. Only the runners with the "Qualifier" pass may enter the racecourse.
2. Participants who fail the physical examination will proceed for a re-check after a few moments. Those who fail for the second time will be disqualified from the race without a refund. Please assess your health condition carefully before registering.
3. Please wear appropriate shoes and outfits for the race and refer to the race bulletin on the website for your allotted time slot for the race.
4. Start times may be adjusted accordingly depending on the situation. Please follow the instructions given by the on-site staff for the race starting order.
5. Timing Chip:
   2023 CTBC TAIPEI 101 Run Up adopts a chip timing system to record the finish time. The timing chip is for one-time use only. Should you need assistance on how to fasten your chip, staff and volunteers at the venue will be available to assist. All chip times and results of the event will be published on the official website.
6. Violators of any of the following regulations will be disqualified from the race without a refund：
   
   1. For safety reasons, inappropriate outfits including slippers and flip-flops as well as removing of any clothing or causing scenes of nudity during the race are strictly prohibited.
   2. Not having your bib properly pinned in the front area of your chest.
   3. Not following the judgment of the referee or the guidance of the staff, violating sportsmanship, making loud noises at the venue, or engaging in live broadcasting, video calls, selfies, and behaviors involving taking pictures or videos of themselves or other contestants during the competition, and influencing the contestants in any other way or means.
   4. Illegally receiving drink or food from another party (you may only receive drink or food provided by the organizers).
   5. Carrying prohibited items. For safety reasons, personal belongings such as backpacks, water bottles, hats, towels, and cameras – anything that could easily fall off or drop on the floor and could possibly cost the safety of other runners are prohibited from the racecourse.
   6. Those who refuse to pass through the metal detector will need to submit to search by the staff.
   7. Using prohibited substances, cheating, having a substitute or a non-registered runner to run the race for you, or being involved in fraudulent activities.
7. Violators of any of the following regulations will have their recorded times cancelled without a refund:
   1. Receiving assistance or support from another person in between the race or riding an elevator and/or an escalator.
   2. Please notify the staff stationed on each floor if you need a quick rest. Resting and blocking the stairway or interfering with the race are strictly prohibited.
   3. Wearing a bib not matching to the registered category.
   4. Using a substitute or non-registered runner to run for you during the race com. Once verified, both parties shall be disqualified from the race and banned from participating in the race for a period of one year.
8. Disputes:
   1. Competition disputes: during the race, runners may not dispute the referees and officials.
   2. Dispute procedure: any dispute concerning the race shall be raised within ten minutes after finishing the race and a security deposit of NT$3,000 must be submitted. If the judges of the review committee concludes that the dispute is not justified, then the NT$3,000 deposit shall not be returned.

Bag Storage: TAIPEI 101 Mall Xinyi Plaza

1. Runners who wish to check their personal belongings must have their own storage bags and will have to show the bib when dropping off and picking up their bag. Please follow the instructions in the bulletin and arrive at the bag storage area at least 30 minutes beforehand. To avoid delays in starting time from going back and forth to the bag storage area, please make sure all non-essential items are secured in the storage bag before bag check.
2. Please do not store any electronic devices, valuable goods, fresh goods, or dangerous goods. The event organizer shall not be liable for the damage or loss of any personal items.
3. Location and time for dropping off and picking up your checked bag:

Finisher Souvenirs and Awards

1. Finisher Souvenirs：
   
   (1) All finishers will be able to receive souvenirs. Those who failed to receive “Qualifier” pass after health check or could not finish the race are still able to receive the souvenirs. Those who did not enter the race from the start will not be given finisher’s souvenirs.
   (2) All finishers will be able to receive souvenirs by presenting their bib at the finishing area
   (3) Please ensure you arrive at the Finisher’s Souvenir Area.before 02:30PM on the event day in order to get your souvenirs.
   
   
   
2. Completion Certificate：
   All finishers will be able to obtain a certificate and a medal on the race day before 02:30PM at the designated area. Records will be published on the event website on October 19th, 2023.
3. Bonus Taxation: According to the Income Tax Law and various income withholding rate standards, if the participant is an individual residing in R.O.C.(Taiwan) whose total annual prize winnings reach NT$1,000 or more are to be declared as incomes. If the amount of cash awarded is more than NT$20,001, then 10% tax will be deducted for winners who are citizens of R.O.C.(Taiwan) and 20% tax will be deducted for non-citizen winners (please bring a photocopy of your passport or ID).

Important Notes（READ CAREFULLY）

1. Please do not register for the race if you suffer from chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, asthma… etc.
2. In addition to 1F and 91F, there will be water stations on several floors in between.
3. The referees and the doctors reserve the right to stop the runners from participating in the race without any refund based on their health condition.
4. Timing chips are used to record the race times. Please refer to the instructions or ask for assistance from staff on site if needed. The organizer will not be held responsible in case when the times are not recorded due to personal negligence.
5. Please keep the bib, race shirt, and timing chip in the race packet intact and safe. There will be no replacement for damaged or lost items. Runners without a bib will not be allowed to participate.
6. The organizer reserves the copyright to publish or broadcast videos, photographs, names, bib number, and results, or other types of materials recorded at this event for the purpose of reporting and promoting its activities.
7. In order to avoid affecting the progress of the event, without the prior written consent of the organizer, the participants are not allowed to conduct live broadcasts at the event location during the event, to make video call, to take selfies, or other acts of photographing or recording oneself or other contestants. In case of violation, on-site staff reserves the right to disqualify participants from the competition.
8. In case where the event is cancelled or postponed due to force majeure clauses or any unforeseen circumstances, registrants should not object to the decision. If the event is cancelled, 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. Refund Method: Self-Challenge/Police/Elite runners who paid by credit card, refunds will be granted back to the original credit card account. For those who paid at a convenience store, money orders will be mailed via registered mail to the mailing address provided during registration. Team registrants will have their refunds granted back to the original credit card account. In case of natural disasters such as typhoon or other force majeure before the competition, the organizer has the right to decide whether to cancel the race or choose an alternative route for the safety of the contestants, and the contestants shall not raise any objections.
9. The organizer reserves the right to amend any rules and regulations without prior notice.

General Liability Insurance：

All runners are provided NT$1,000,000 of general liability insurance. Details on all the regulatory provisions of insurance matters can be obtained by contacting CTRRA.

1. Coverage:
   he policy is extended to cover the Insured’s legal liability for death and bodily injury to third party persons and damage to third party property arising out of the following conditions:
   1. Accidents occurred to the Insured or an employee of the Insured along the race course.
   2. Accidents occurred to the Insured inside the building, on the pathways, or from machineries or equipment nearby the race course.
2. lnsurance Exclusions：
   1. Injuries due to personal illness.
   2. Symptoms caused by personal illness or cardiovascular diseases such as shock, heart disease, heat exhaustion, diabetes, heatstroke, altitude illness, epilepsy, dehydration…etc.
   3. If the participant encounters the medical history of the disease mentioned in the second point, it is recommended to carefully consider his own safety and purchase additional personal accident insurance by himself. If the participant has or has had symptoms of sudden death, please consult a doctor for professional judgment before registering.