Rules
Rules, penalties and conditions for all participants
General rules
- All 3 stages are mandatory without exception.
- Not starting Stage 1 or 2 means automatic disqualification (no access to remaining stages or camps).
- Runner number must be visible at all times.
- Mandatory items must be carried at all times.
- No ropes (except those integrated into the backpack) to pull teammates.
- No external assistance allowed.
- Verbal or physical abuse toward staff is prohibited.
- Overtaking only on the left with prior notice.
- The lead runner must yield the way.
- Bag must be delivered the day before; late delivery costs USD 15.
- No items outside the bag.
- The organization is not responsible for lost items.
Terms and conditions
- Each participant registers under their own responsibility.
- The organization is released from all civil and criminal liability.
- The organization may prohibit starting or continuing based on medical advice.
- The organization covers transport to the nearest hospital; all other costs are at the participant's expense.
- Competition images may be used by Club de Corredores and sponsors.
- The organization has full authority to shorten the course, stop the race, or modify routes.
- Force majeure events (earthquakes, floods, national park closures) may affect the competition.
- In case of postponement, suspension or cancellation: the amount is transferable to the next edition, NOT refundable.
- Registration implies acceptance of all terms.
Liability waiver
Comprehensive waiver acknowledging extreme adventure race risks including injury, fracture, loss and death. Participants release Club de Corredores Asociacion Civil, ST Producciones S.A., Sebastian Rafael Tagle, Saucony, BRAKU S.A., Wolverine World Wide, sponsors and all parties involved.
Penalties
Sanctions applicable during the competition
Intentional shortcut
DISQUALIFICATION
Missing control chip
NO CLASSIFICATION
Refusing mandatory gear check
5 HOURS
Missing mandatory item
1 HOUR per item
Disrespecting or insulting staff
1 HOUR
External assistance
Evaluated by jury
Deliberate littering
1 HOUR
Without jacket
1st warning 30 min; 2nd 1 hour
Time limits
15 minutes per kilometer. Cutoff after 70% of each stage. Runners who do not reach the cutoff receive an alternative medal.
Abandonment
Notify at checkpoints during stages. At camps: notify at the Information tent. No immediate transport available. Bag available from 7:00 PM at Cerro Catedral.
Medical certificate
- Certificate dated after December 6, 2025.
- Upload at www.entryfee.com.ar (profile > utilities).
- Runners aged 70 or older need a certificate specifying fitness for El Cruce with adequate training.
- Certificate template available for download on the website.