A collection of frequently asked questions from Quebec Mega Trail participants. The information displayed refers to the 2024 edition and is updated periodically.
No. It is strictly forbidden to run with another participant’s bib without having followed the official transfer procedure. You will be automatically disqualified from the race.
Yes, but the runner wearing headphones must be able to hear the runners behind him in order to let them pass if requested.
Yes. It depends of the race. Here they are: QMT1 (2 years), QMT6 (12 years), QMT15 (16 years), QMT–25-32-50-80-135 (18 years).
There is no mandatory equipment inspection before you pick up your bib. However, you are obliged to have the mandatory equipment with you at all times. Race marshals will randomly check the equipment at different points along the course. Penalties will be applied in case of missing equipment.
Yes, here’s an example : https://ultratrailcanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/bandage-de-compression-auto-adhesif.jpg
Poles are allowed on our courses except in the “Mestachibo” section (135km, 80km, 50km). If you decide to race using poles, you will need to have them with you for the duration of the race. It is prohibited to leave them along the way or collect them from your support crew. It is also prohibited to place them in a drop bag
QMT-135 and QMT-80 are provided by the organization. The other distances do not have access to the “drop bags”. It is mandatory to use these bags for fairness and handling reasons. All the information about drop-bags (format, places to drop them) can be found on your event page.
You will find a GPX file on your race page. See the « GPX file » tab.
Please contact us at info@ultratrailcanada.com. We will do the necessary validations!
Consult our princing policy to see the options.
No. We don’t have a waiting list. On the other hand, it is possible to buy another participant’s bib until May 31 (maximum date for transfers). We therefore suggest people to post in our Facebook event or on our newspaper (”wall”) to publish their offer or search for a bib: https://www.facebook.com/events/3879812919007662
Contact us at info@ultratrailcanada.com and we will forward it to you!
To transfer your bib to another person, you must do so from your Run Reg registration confirmation email. A $15 fee will apply. Please note that transfers are allowed until May 31th, 2023.
You can pick it up at different moments. Check the schedule page for full details.
A valid ID is required to collect your bib. * Please note that it is prohibited to run with another participant’s bib without having followed the official transfer procedure.
No. For security reasons, the unauthorized sale of bibs after May 31st requires us to proceed in this way.
Yes. We give a 10% discount to running clubs (depending of the availability). You must make your request by email at info@ultratrailcanada.com once our ”early bird” rate is exhausted. Note that discounts are not retroactive.
In the form, when you register.
Once your registration is complete, it is no longer possible to change your starting wave.
The pacer is defined as the runner who accompanies the runner druning the race to the previously determined locations with the aim of allowing the runner to achieve his objective. It is mandatory to officially register your pacer. To do so, you will need to give your name when picking-up your bib. A special pacer bib will be issued in the pacer’s name at a cost of $10 (cash only). This bib must be worn at all times.
Support teams must obtain an accreditation at the registration desk. This accreditation will allow you to enter the Mont-Ste-Anne site free of charge and to present yourself at the permitted feed stations. The captains of the refreshment stands can ask for the disqualification of a runner who has a non-accredited team.
QMT-135.
The same as the runner.
The support crew is defined as any person who provides material, medical or nutritional support to a runner. The support crew can only assist a runner at aid stations and in areas designated by the organization. For full details, see your race page.
No. Only to those clearly identified with a pictogram in the time table of your race.
By purchasing a gondola ticket at the MSA customer service at the bottom of the station. The schedule is from 10am to 3:30pm. Outside these hours, the Sommet aid station is only accessible on foot.
No, shuttles are only for runners.
Consult the schedule of the event. Please note that the schedule is subject to change. Make sure to check regularly!
The Athlete’s Guide no longer exists. We have designed the new website so that you can find all the information you need to run your race smoothly.
The most relevant pages to consult for your race:
If you have any other questions, after consulting our website, please write to us at info@ultratrailcanada.com.
Shuttle departure times are listed on your race page on the schedule page.
You will then have to be autonomous for your transport. The shuttles take you to the starting point of your race. Note that the shuttle service does not offer a return to the start site after the race.
No, we do not have a locker system. You can use drop bags for QMT-135 and QMT-80. Drop bags will be returned to the Delta MSA Convention center after your race.
Here are our lodging partners: Hôtel le Delta Mont-Sainte-Anne, Hôtel et Spa Le Germain Charlevoix, Chalets Montmorency and Camping Mont-Ste-Anne. For details, consult our ” Lodging ” page : https://ultratrailcanada.com/en/lodging/
No, your bib gives you free access to the trails for the day of your race only. It is possible to train at Mont Sainte-Anne before and after the event by paying the regular access fees.
Yes. The dog must be kept on a leash and cannot access the aid stations zone or the arrivals corral.
Yes, parking is free for all our runners. You will have to present your bib or your accreditation (support crew). The fee for visitors is $15.
You are not allowed to sleep in your car or RV in the Mont-Sainte-Anne parking lot. However, you can reserve a spot at our official campsite.
Our runners can leave their car at the main Mont-Ste-Anne parking lot, free of charge, during the race. Note that you are not authorized to leave your car at these departure sites: Baie-Saint-Paul (QMT-135), Petite-Rivière-Saint-François (QMT-80) and Saint-Tite-des-Caps (QMT-50).
We have toilets on the arrival site (Mont-Sainte-Anne), on the departure sites (Baie-St-Paul, Petite-Rivière-Saint-François and St-Julien). Note that there are toilets only at these aid stations: St-Tite-des-Caps, Sommet, Fondeur.
Yes, there will be several exhibiting partners on the Mont-Sainte-Anne site (food, beverages, beer, shops…). See the program page for all the information : https://ultratrailcanada.com/en/experience/programmation/
The photos are uploaded a few days after the race. Please, be patient.
No.
Assignments still available are displayed on our official form. Once it is completed, we will contact you by email to confirm your assignment and give you the details. For more info : https://ultratrailcanada.com/en/experience/volunteers/
These vary depending on the number of hours you volunteer. All of our volunteers receive discounts for our races, free meals, lodging, merch and much more! To see the complete list of benefits, click here : https://ultratrailcanada.com/en/experience/volunteers/
Yes, we offer camping, shack or hostel accommodation to volunteers who need it.
