This is not your ordinary half marathon race.
The inaugural edition of Decathlon Trail Half Marathon presented by Maharlika Trail Series and Decathlon Philippines (Masinag) happening on October 13, 2024 highlights the challenging trails of the two famous peaks in Rodriguez — Mt. Parawagan via Tuntong trail (480 MASL) and Mt. Ayaas (627 MASL).

Date: October 13, 2024 (Sunday)

Race venue: Sitio Wawa, Brgy. San Rafael, Montalban, Rizal
SCHEDULES AND CUT-OFF TIME
a. 21 KM (7 hours)
Gun start – 06:00 AM
Finish time – 01:00 PM
b. 10 KM (4 hours)
Gun start – 07:00 AM
Finish time – 11:00 AM
c. 5 KM (2 hours)
Gun start – 07:00 AM
Finish time – 09:00 AM
MANDATORY ITEMS
– Hydration system at least 1L
– Basic first aid kit
– Extra trail food
– I.D
*Medical certificate (fit to run) valid for 6 months and signed waiver shall be also presented during race kit claiming. STRICTLY FOR COMPLIANCE.
REGISTRATION
Registration is now officially open until September 30, 2024 only.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
a. Race day – October 13, 2024 (Sunday)
4:00 AM – Race kit claiming (all categories), mandatory gear check, and baggage collection
5:30 AM – Race briefing for 21K
6:00 AM – Gunstart of 21K
7:00 AM – Gunstart of 10K
8:00 AM – Gunstart of 5K
11:00 AM – Awarding Ceremony
1:00 PM – Cut-off time of 21K
HOW TO GO TO THE EVENT VENUE
a. Public transportation – available 24 hours
1. Ride a UV Express beside Mcdonalds Cubao going to Eastwood Luvers, Montalban. (Php 50.00)
2. Then hire a tricycle going to Sitio Wawa. (Php 80.00 good for 4)
*Maximum travel time is 2 hours depending on traffic situation. Other options may depend on your place of origin.

21 KM category – PHP. 2,400.00
Finisher shirt
Event singlet
Medal
Personal accident insurance
Aid Station refreshments
Post-race meal
Timing chip
Race BIB
Environmental fees

10 KM category – PHP. 1,600.00
Finisher shirt
Medal
Personal accident insurance
Aid Station refreshments
Post-race meal
Timing chip
Race BIB
Environmental fees

5 KM category – PHP. 1,100.00
Finisher singlet
Medal
Personal accident insurance
Aid Station refreshments
Post-race meal
Timing chip
Race BIB
Environmental fees
*Enjoy the exclusive discount offered by Decathlon Masinag and other event partners.
Top 3 male and female of each category will be recognized during the awarding ceremony.
– Finishers will earn ITRA points
– Registration fee is NON REFUNDABLE but transferable to a different person. Such transfer needs to be done at least 2 weeks before the event date. No transfer will be allowed less than a week from the race day.
– Changes in racer’s name may be allowed up to 2 weeks prior to the race day.
– Run-for-Bib only for transferred registration and must be qualified for the category.
– All registered participants are REQUIRED to submit a medical certificate stating that he / she is medically fit to join this type of running event. The date should be 6 months or less from the race day.
– Only registered runners can run the course. NO personal pacers allowed.
– Race forerunner and marshals may be deployed along the route to ensure that trail markers are still intact or properly placed. Photographers are positioned strategically to capture your unforgettable moments.
– Mandatory gears shall be checked before the release of the race kits. Runners with incomplete mandatory items will not be allowed to run. Also, your mandatories will be checked again at intermediate cot and finish line. Incomplete mandatories may lead to disqualification.
– Everyone in the race venue shall observe at least the minimum health protocols by practicing social distancing.
– Once the race starts, runners may opt to remove the mask provided that there is a safe distance from other runners, or from anyone they may encounter along the route.
– To avoid too much crowd, runners are advised to pass by each aid station as quickly as possible except in cases when there is really an urgent necessity to stay longer.
– Be at your best behavior and show respect to your fellow runners, race organizers, locals and the entire community.
-The cut off times will be strictly implemented.
– Late participants who will arrive within 10 minutes after the starting time will still be allowed to run but the cut off times will NOT be adjusted. Anyone who will arrive beyond 10 minutes will be tagged as DNS (Did Not Start).
– STRICTLY NO LITTERING from start to finish! Also, bring your own portable cup, spoon and forks that you can use when drinking or eating at the aid stations.
– While the race is in progress, runners who decide NOT TO CONTINUE due to their own reasons shall express their intent or decision in the nearest Aid station. The race marshal assigned to such station will list down the names and BIB #. The runners will therefore be given the DNF (Did Not Finish) status. They can opt to take any available transportation back to the starting / finish line at their own expense.
– Likewise, any runner who will not make it to the intermediate cut off or finish line, shall be tagged as DNF. Race entitlements shall only be given to those who will finish the race.
– ALL MUST PLAY WITH INTEGRITY. Anyone caught CHEATING, including the act of sabotaging trail markers for personal advantage shall be subject to disqualification.
RACE DISPUTE / PROTEST:
Anyone who wishes to file a race protest shall submit a written account of his / her dispute to the race organizers within 24 hours from finishing the race. All proof supporting his / her claim shall be submitted / presented to the race organizers for proper evaluation. A protest fee of Php. 500 (Five Hundred Pesos) shall be collected. NO DISPUTE WILL BE ENTERTAINED IN THE ABSENCE OF ANY EVIDENCE.THE DECISION OF THE RACE ORGANIZERS IS FINAL AND IRREVOCABLE.
– More than the competition, don’t forget that we are also here to have fun! Run safe, appreciate the surroundings, enjoy our beautiful nature and do your very best to finish the Igbaras Mountain Ultra race!
Presenting the overall winners of Inaugural Decathlon Trail Half Marathon 2024 for 5KM Male and Female Category!
Champion: Czandroe Reyes / Ivy Hazel Pangilinan
1st Runner Up: Venz Andre Isidro / Alvhi Ponsal
2nd Runner Up: Roy Delos Santos / Jessa Regalario

Presenting the winners of Inaugural Decathlon Trail Half Marathon 2024 for 10KM Female Category!
Champion: Alora Katrice Buhian
1st Runner Up: Almay Yiu
2nd Runner Up: Joan Zaquita

Presenting the winners of Inaugural Decathlon Trail Half Marathon 2024 for 10KM Male Category!
Champion: Lance Naral
1st Runner Up: Julius Kepte
2nd Runner Up: Mark Jason Bocado

Presenting the winners of Inaugural Decathlon Trail Half Marathon 2024 for 21 KM Female Category!
Champion: Kana Antonio
1st Runner Up: Clarisse Yeung
2nd Runner Up: Angelie Bucoy

Presenting the winners of Inaugural Decathlon Trail Half Marathon 2024 for 21KM Male Category!
Champion: Jhanzel Demaisip
1st Runner Up: Jared Godfrey Aguilar
2nd Runner Up: Henry Cotillon

Official result is out and you can check it here.
Official Photographers: