QMT 135

To register the runner must have completed an ultra trail race with a minimum of 75 points by applying the following calculation: 1 km = 1 point | 100 meters of elevation gain = 1 point. Example: A 60 km race with an elevation gain of 1500 meters is equivalent to: (1 X 60) + (1500/100) = 75.

No discipline other than trail running is accepted (A backyard ultra on a dirt road is not a trail race).

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See the RULES PAGE for penalties that apply for missing items during a check.

• The ability to carry at least 1.5 liter of water;
• Energy supplements and food;
• Waterproof windbreaker;
• Survival blanket 1.4 m x 2 m (4.6 ft. x 6.6 ft.);
• Cap or scarf for sun protection;
• Headlamp;
• Spare headlamp battery;
• Cell phone;
• Self-adhesive compression bandage (3 inches X 48 inches);
• Epipen (for runners with allergies to wasp stings or food).

Suggested gear : 

1. Mosquito and tick repellent ;
2. Solar cream ;
3. Collapsible container (no glass in the aid stations).

A supporter is defined as any person who provides material, medical or food support to a runner.

A support team can be composed of a maximum of two people.

Support teams may only assist a runner at the following aid stations :

• Le Massif
• Saint-Tite des Caps
• Mont-Sainte-Anne
• Summit 1 & 2 (no car access)
• Auberge du Fondeur

Each member of the support team must wear their accreditation during the race. This can be obtained on request when picking up the bib.

• Team tents are accepted only at the Auberge du Fondeur.
• Supporters must wait for the organization members to take note of the passage to the feed zone before assisting their runners and after the medical evaluation (if applicable).
• Supporters must comply with the aid station’s staff instructions, in particular to clear the runners control area.
• Supporters must remain within 200 meters of the aid station to assist their runners;
• No supporters are allowed at the following aid stations:
  • Halte de l’Arche
  • Cap du Salut
  • Cap Gribane
  • Mestachibo
• No pets or unleashed dogs will be allowed at the runners’ checkpoints, at the finish line or along the course;
• Smoking is not allowed at the checkpoints or along the trail;
• Throwing garbage on the ground at the checkpoints, along the trail or at the finish line is strictly prohibited.

It is mandatory to officially register your pacer. In order to do so, the name of the pacer must be given at the time of the bibs pick-up at the registration desk. A special bib will be issued in the name of the pacer at a cost of $10 (cash only). This bib must be worn at all times. The pacer will wait for the runner in the transition zone where he/she will be able to offer care, material and food.

Pacers are allowed on the last 32 km (Mont-Sainte-Anne area). Only one pacer is allowed per segment. You may choose to be paced from MSA or from the Auberge du Fondeur Aid stations.

• It is strictly forbidden to physically assist the runner except in case of emergency;
• The pacer must stay with the runner at all times except in case of emergency;
• In case of a drop out by the runner, the pacer cannot continue the race;
• Only one pacer is allowed and must remain the same throughout the segment;
• The pacer can assist the runner at the aid stations, but cannot arrive before the runner in the station to start preparing;
• The pacer can not carry equipment, food and liquid for his runner.

At registration, you will be given three drop bags of 20 liters.  You must use these bags.

All drop bags (3) are to be collected at the start (Le Germain Hotel) and will be available for you in the following
order :

#1 = Massif Aid Station
#2 = Saint-Tite-des-Caps Aid Station
#3 = TBD

• It is forbidden to attach or put your poles in the bag
• Identify your bag with your bib number and with the aid station number where you want it to appear.
• Drop bags will gradually return to the Convention Center (near the finish line) over the weekend.

RIVER CROSSINGS

Before arriving at the Saint-Tite-des-Caps Aid station (KM 80), you will cross a stream under a culvert.

At KM 125 you will have one small stream crossings.

When: To be determined

Where: Hotel & Spa Le Germain Charlevoix

Before the 135 km start, you will have to come for a gear check up in the hotel’s auditorium.  Race directors will be on hand for verification.

Cost: Free and exclusive for runners. We highly recommend using it.

Mode of transport: Yellow and black school bus

Itinerary: From finish(Mont-Sainte-Anne) to start(Germain Hotel, Baie-Saint-Paul).

Duration: About 1 hour

When: Friday evening

• Boarding TBD
• Departure TBD

Where: Mont-Sainte-Anne main parking lot

First Aid

The goal of  QMT medical team is to always improve, to be aware of your needs, and to prevent rather than intervene. Rest assured that we will do whatever is necessary to help you in case of need. Patience will be required, and our staff may ask you to cover your face with a two-ply medical mask. They may also take the time to cover themselves and put on the necessary protective gear. Please be aware that throughout the race, the Doctor and Medical Director will be assessing the health of the runners. If necessary, they have the authority to remove a runner from the race. You will be able to identify the members of the medical team by a this orange cap below. They will also wear orange reflective suspenders.

Emergency Number

You can reach a member of our medical team at any time by calling the number on the front of your
bib : to come.

Course Safety Closers

People will be in charge of closing each one of the races. If necessary, you can wait for them. However, it is not recommended to go to them. Instead, ask a runner to assist you while you wait for help.

Physiotherapists

Physiotherapists will be present at some of the aid stations and on the course. They can provide first aid and assist with minor musculoskeletal
problems.

Podiatrists

Podiatrists will be present at the MSA Aid station, for those who wish to have their foot injuries treated.

Road Safety

When using a paved road or a road with traffic, you must respect the traffic safety code. For example, when crossing a road, you must stop to yield ifnecessary. Wear and turn on your headlamp when
it’s dark or night.

MOBILE APP OF THE COURSE

We strongly suggest that you download the ONDAGO application to your cell phone. ONDAGO is available for Android and IOS. Under the «sporting events» tab you will find the Quebec Mega Trail map. Once downloaded, you will be able to find your way anytime on the course. We advise that you put your phone in «airplane» mode to save your battery. This application is used by the security team and greatly facilitates an evacuation when a participant can tell us about his position on Ondago.

Direction: White reflective arrow on orange background

Incorrect direction: Black X on an orange reflective background

Ribbon: orange with black QMT logo

Flags: orange

Do not cross: tape on the ground

PODIUM CEREMONY

The top five male and top five female finishers will be recognized at the podium ceremony.  There will be no trophy or prize money if a runner don’t show up at the podium ceremony.

FINISHER

All solo finishers will receive a QMT 100 MILE official belt buckle.

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