All technical details regarding race safety and participation requirements.

Participation Requirements and Rules

Registration and Refund Conditions

GENERAL RULES

  • The race is open to everyone. Participants in the 20K, 35K, and 65K races must have a medical certificate issued within the last 6 months confirming that they are medically fit to participate in the race, or a valid athlete’s license approved by a sports federation. The relevant documents must be presented to the organization before the race. (A medical certificate is not required for the 5K and 10K races.)
  • Participants compete at their own responsibility by signing the Risk Acceptance Form.
  • Participants compete on a partially self-sufficient basis and may receive partial supplies and assistance only at designated points. Participants are required to carry certain mandatory equipment, clothing, food, and beverages.
  • Participants must wear their race bibs visibly at all times.
  • Participants must be present at the starting point at the time specified in the race schedule.
  • Participants must pass through all checkpoints during the race. Participants who fail to pass through any checkpoint will be disqualified.
  • Athletes who withdraw from the race are responsible for informing the organization.
  • All rights to photographs and other visual materials taken during the race belong to the organization, and no claims may be made regarding their use.
  • Listening to music with headphones is prohibited on the 20K, 35K, and 65K courses throughout the race.
  • Participants over the age of 65 may participate in the race with a medical report obtained following an EKG examination and issued by a cardiologist.

1. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

The race is open to everyone over the age of 18. Participants in the 20K, 35K, and 65K courses must have, as of October 11, 2026, a valid medical certificate confirming that they are medically fit to participate in the race, or a valid athlete’s license approved by a sports federation (Athletics or Triathlon Federations). The relevant documents must be presented to the organization before the race. Runners are required to have adequate athletic preparation and wear clothing suitable for varying weather and outdoor conditions.

2. REGISTRATION INFORMATION

The registration deadline is October 4, 2026.

The deadline for course changes is September 1, 2026.

Participants may not switch to a course that has reached its participant capacity.

Each participant is entitled to make a course change a maximum of once.

Each registration is personal and non-transferable. Registration transfers or participation by another person in place of the registered participant are not permitted.

A runner who allows an unregistered person to run alongside them will be disqualified at the first CP.

Registration Conditions:

The organization reserves the right to make changes to registration fees under certain conditions.

Health and Age Limits

  • Participants under the age of 18 may participate only in the 5K and 10K races with a written parental consent form.
  • Age groups are defined as 39 and under, 40–49, and 50 and over. (There is no age category for the 8K course; participants will only be evaluated in the overall classification.)
  • Participants in the 20K, 35K, and 65K courses must have a medical certificate issued within the last 6 months confirming that they are medically fit to participate in the race, or a valid athlete’s license approved by a sports federation.
  • Participants aged 65 and over may participate in the race with a medical report obtained following an EKG examination and issued by a cardiologist.

Race Procedure and Safety

  • Following the course markings and staying on the course is the responsibility of the participant. Getting lost or taking a wrong turn is an inherent possibility in trail running.
  • Participants must follow the course marked by the organization throughout the race. Depending on the terrain, course markings are placed at intervals of a minimum of 10 meters and a maximum of 100 meters.
  • The organization reserves the right to make changes to the course before the race. Any changes will be announced to participants before the race.
  • Some sections of the courses may pass along roads open to traffic. It is the participant’s responsibility to comply with traffic rules, pay attention to vehicles, and cross safely.

Race Kit, Equipment and Awards

  • Since each participant is required to sign their own waiver, participants may only collect their own race kit from the kit distribution desk.
  • If a participant is unable to attend the race, another friend may collect their race kit on their behalf during the event. Race kits will not be shipped by courier.
  • Mandatory equipment checks will be conducted at the kit distribution desk and at the start. Participants who fail to present their mandatory equipment at the kit desk will not be given their race kit.
  • A 15-minute time penalty will be applied for each missing mandatory item identified during the mandatory equipment check.
  • If an athlete is unable to attend the awards ceremony, another person may collect their award on their behalf against a signature. Awards will not be shipped after the awards ceremony.

Cancellation requests will not be accepted except in cases of health problems confirmed by a doctor and/or hospital.

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to info@kyzikosultra.com.

Registration fees will not be refunded for cancellations made after August 25, 2026. Registrations cannot be transferred to the following year or to another participant.

Refunds will be made using the same payment method used by the participant. If the payment was made by bank transfer, the refund will be made to the same bank account. If the payment was made by credit card, the refund will be made to the same credit card.

If the race is stopped or cancelled due to severe weather conditions or similar circumstances beyond the organization’s control, the registration fee will not be refunded.

Awards

There are no cash prizes; sponsor prizes may be awarded.

Trophies/plaques will be presented to the athletes who place in the race.

Athletes who place in the overall classification will not receive additional awards in their respective age groups.

Disqualification

  • A 15-minute time penalty will be applied for each missing mandatory item identified during the mandatory equipment check.
  • A runner who throws a water bottle onto the course will be disqualified. (An athlete will be disqualified if complaints are received from two runners stating that the athlete threw a water bottle.)
  • Failing to pass through any checkpoint.
  • Taking a shortcut or using a vehicle.
  • Leaving a participant who needs assistance alone and failing to provide help.
  • Refusing to be examined by medical personnel.
  • Refusing to allow the organization to check mandatory equipment.
  • Receiving assistance outside designated aid stations/checkpoints.

Disqualified runners will not be allowed to continue the race.

Registration and Registration Fee

For registration inquiries, you can contact bilgi@limitsensin.org by email.