Article 2. RACE DESCRIPTION

The 2025 edition of Dements consists of two mountain running races of national and international scope, held in the heart of the Serra d’Espadà and passing through the municipalities of Eslida, Aín, Azuébar, and Fondeguilla:

• Marató dels Dements: 42.5 km with 3,808 meters of positive and negative elevation gain
• Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín: 22.5 km with 2,007 meters of positive and negative elevation gain

⏱️ Athletes will have a maximum time to finish the races:

• Marató dels Dements: 11 hours
• Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín: 5 hours and 30 minutes

The Dements event is founded on a set of essential values shared by runners, sponsors, volunteers, and organizers.

Article 3. ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

Participants must not leave any litter in nature. Waste must be disposed of in the designated containers. Respect for local flora and fauna is mandatory. Runners must strictly follow the marked course without taking shortcuts. Energy bars and gels must be labeled with the runner’s bib number.

Whenever possible, the organization will use reusable or recyclable materials and will collect any waste left along the course in order to preserve the environment and promote a sustainable use of the natural area that makes up the Parc Natural de la Serra d’Espadà.

Article 4. SOLIDARITY

Respect among runners, volunteers, sponsors, and spectators is a core value of Dements.

Article 5. CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION AND INFORMED CONSENT

The Marató dels Dements and the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín are technical and demanding mountain races held in semi self-sufficiency. Participants are strongly advised to be in excellent physical condition and to have prior experience in this type of event, given the high level of difficulty. These races are not suitable as an introduction to trail running.

Participants must be physically and mentally prepared to face potentially tough race conditions and intense fatigue. By registering, participants declare that they are fully aware of the difficulty of the course, its elevation profile and distance, and that they possess the necessary physical and mental fitness, as well as a state of health that allows them to take part. They declare they are not affected by any illness, allergy, or physical or cardiorespiratory condition that may contraindicate their participation.

By completing registration, participants confirm they fully understand and accept this set of rules and regulations.

📄 Printable version of the Informed Consent available in:

• Spanish version
• English version

Article 6. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS, CATEGORIES AND MINIMUM AGE

Mandatory requirement:

• Marató dels Dements: Participants must provide proof of having completed a mountain race of 42 km or more, with a minimum of 100 meters of elevation gain per kilometer, or of having completed the Marató dels Dements, after January 1, 2023.

• Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín: Participants must provide proof of having completed a mountain race of 21 km or more, with a minimum of 100 meters of elevation gain per kilometer, or of having completed the Mitja d’Aín, after January 1, 2023.

This requirement must be justified during the registration process by uploading an official finisher certificate or a link to the official race results, through the registration platform, before August 31, 2025. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the registration.

Categories for each race:

1. a) Marató dels Dements:

• Overall – Men and Women
  (Includes participants classified in the Skymasters category)
• Skymasters – Men and Women
  They will do so under the Skyrunner® World Series rules and conditions of participation and classification.
  https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/rules-2/
  https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/skymasters/
• Senior – Men and Women (born from November 8, 2007 onward)
• Veterans – Men and Women (aged 40–49; born in 1985 inclusive)
• Masters – Men and Women (50+; born in 1975 or earlier)
• Local – Men and Women
  (registered or born in Eslida or Aín)

1. b) Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín:

• Overall – Men and Women
• Senior – Men and Women (born from November 8, 2007 onward)
• Veterans – Men and Women (aged 40–49; born in 1985 inclusive)
• Masters – Men and Women (50+; born in 1975 or earlier)
• Local – Men and Women
  (registered and/or born in Aín)

📩 To qualify as a local participant, proof must be sent to: info@maratodelsdements.com
(valid ID + registration certificate) before August 31, 2025. Otherwise, the status of local participant will not be obtained.

Minimum age:

• Marató dels Dements: 18 years old on race day
• Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín: 16 years old on race day, with signed parental authorization (downloadable form must be uploaded to the registration platform)

Autorización familiar (VERSIÓN DESCARGABLE)
Familiar authorization (DOWNLOAD VERSION)

Article 7. CASH PRIZES AND OTHER TROPHIES

Trophies will be awarded to the top three men and women in the overall rankings of both the Marató dels Dements and the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín, as well as to the top three finishers in each  category (male and female).

Additional prizes (such as sports gear or other sponsored items) for top finishers in various categories will depend on the event’s sponsorship agreements. The organization reserves the right to update this regulation to reflect any confirmed prizes.

Skymasters Category – Marató dels Dements

For athletes who meet the Skymasters classification criteria (as per the official rules), the following cash prize pool will be awarded for both the men’s and women’s categories.

🏦 Note for prize winners:
Runners eligible for cash prizes must complete the official prize claim form provided by the organization and send it by email along with their bank account number. The payment will be made within 90 days after the event, once negative anti-doping test results are confirmed. A positive test result will result in disqualification and forfeiture of any cash prize.

For all other categories, trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers (male and female), except for the Marató dels Dements overall Skymasters category, where cash prizes will be awarded up to 10th place.

Prize conditions:

• Prizes in different categories are cumulative, except in the Skymasters category, which is excluded from other classifications except the overall category.
• Trophies and prizes will only be handed out in person during the official awards ceremonies. If a winner is not present, they will forfeit their prize.
• If a runner wants someone else to collect their prize, this must be communicated and justified to the organization at least one hour before the ceremony.

Article 8. SKYWMASTERS CATEGORY WINNERS – Marató dels Dements

Each race will have only one male and one female winner.

In case of a tie, the official timing system or any additional control system implemented by the organization will determine the final result. In case of a perfect tie, the race director and SkyMan will make the final decision.

8.1. Finish Line Photo

The top two finishers must remain at the finish line area to wait for the next top five finishers, in order to take the official finish line group photo.

The winner will be asked to wear the official “SWS Winner” clothing provided by SkyMan.

8.2. Official Podium Ceremony

The top 10 athletes in each Skymasters category must attend the official podium ceremony.
Presence is mandatory to receive any cash prize.

Article 9. ANTI-DOPING CONTROL

All participants in every race, including the Skymasters Marató dels Dements, may be subject to anti-doping tests before, during, or after the competition. Refusal to undergo testing or a positive result will result in immediate disqualification, as well as any other applicable sanctions defined by ISF regulations.

The list of prohibited substances and methods (in-competition) will be the one in the current AMA at the time of the event.

Article 10. PARTICIPANT’S DECLARATION AND RULES ACCEPTANCE

In order to complete the registration process, it is mandatory for all participants to accept this regulation and waive any liability on the part of the organizers in the event of an accident or physical harm sustained during or after the competition. This is done by accepting the liability waiver during the registration process.

All participants must read and understand these rules. Registering and participating in the event implies full acceptance of this document and its final provisions.

For any matter not covered by this regulation, the event will be governed by the rules of the International Skyrunning Federation (ISF).

This race will be supervised by ISF international referees.

Article 11. INSURANCE AND SKYMASTERS IMAGE RIGHTS

The organization will provide civil liability and accident insurance for all participants, regardless of whether they are federated or not.
However, neither the insurance nor the organization will be held responsible for any consequences arising from reckless behavior by a participant.

Participants in the Marató dels Dements Skymasters, whether qualified or invited, are subject to the legal conditions of SkyMan, the organizers of the Skyrunner® World Series circuit, as outlined below:

• Each competitor must have their own personal accident and liability insurance.
• SkyMan S.A. is an independent entity and not affiliated with local organizers.
• All participants compete at their own risk. By entering the race, competitors waive any claims against the local organizers or SkyMan S.A. for any damages suffered.
• In the event of an accident, organizers, SkyMan S.A., and all affiliated staff (including volunteers) are exempt from liability, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

By entering the race, each competitor expressly authorizes the organizers and SkyMan S.A.—as well as their licensees, media partners, and sponsors—to use their image in photos and videos taken during the competition (including preparation and post-race footage), for promotional or commercial use, without limitation of time or geography.

📝 Note: Participation in the event does not grant the right to use the race or the Skyrunner® World Series name for commercial or promotional purposes.
Any such use requires prior written authorization from the organizers and/or SkyMan S.A. Skyrunner® World Series is a registered trademark.

Article 12. REGISTRATION FEE AND REFUND CONDITIONS

💳 Entry fees:

• Marató dels Dements: €68 (or €73 starting July 1, 2025)
• Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín: €38 (or €43 starting July 1, 2025)

Registrations must be completed through the official event platform:
🌐 www.runatica.com

🔁 Refund policy:

Registrants will have the right to

• 75% refund for cancellations requested before July 31, 2025
• 50% refund for cancellations requested before August 31, 2025

All refund requests must be submitted via the platform’s contact form:
👉 www.runatica.com/contacto

The management costs stipulated in the platform shall be covered by the applicant.

⚠️ After September 1, 2025, no refunds will be issued.

🤰 Special clause – Pregnancy:
Any woman who has registered and received a bib but is unable to participate due to pregnancy will receive a 100% refund, provided they notify the organization by October 1, 2025 at info@maratodelsdements.com, along with official medical confirmation.
She will also be granted priority registration for the next three editions in any race of Dements.

🔄 Changes and transfers:

• Race change or name transfer is allowed until August 31, 2025, subject to availability and respecting waiting lists.
• Race change fee: €10, plus any difference in price (or refund if switching to a lower-tier race).
• Name change fee: €10 for both races.

📝 If registrations are full, a waiting list will be activated. When a spot becomes available, the person next on the list will have 5 days to confirm. If they fail to do so, they will be removed from the list.

Article 13. REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

By registering for the Marató dels Dements or the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín, participants will receive the following:

• 🎤 Virtual technical briefing
• 💧🍌 Aid stations with liquids and solid food throughout the course and at the finish line
• 🚑 Medical assistance during the race
• 💆 Massage service at the finish area
• 🚿👕 Showers and bag drop service
• 🎽 Runner’s bag (based on sponsors and partners’ contributions)
• ⏱️ Finishing time report and downloadable online finisher diploma
• 🏅 Finisher medal

Article 14. REGISTRATION OPENING AND PREFERRED PLACES

The registration will open on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 19:00h through the registration platform at www.runatica.com. A maximum of 600 registrations will be accepted for the Marató dels Dements, and 350 registrations for the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín. The organization and Skyman may reserve places between the two events for possible commitments with sponsors and collaborators.

Article 15. PROGRAM (Pending confirmation, will be confirmed on the website and social media the week before the race)

⏰ 12:00h – Institutional presentation at the Castellón Provincial Council

⏰ 12:00h – Press conference at Villarreal CF’s sports city
⏰ 16:45h – Technical briefing at the Eslida sports area
⏰ 17:00-20:30h – Bib number pickup at the Eslida sports area
⏰ 17:15h – Elite runners presentation at the Eslida sports area

⏰ 6:00-7:15h – Bib number pickup at the Eslida sports area
⏰ 7:30h – START OF THE MARATÓ DELS DEMENTS at the Eslida sports court, Príncipe Felipe street, closing at 18:30h.
⏰ From 16:00h – Trophy and gift ceremony for the Marató dels Dements at the Eslida sports area.
⏰ 19:00h – Trophy ceremony for the Skymasters category at the Eslida sports area.

⏰ 06:30-07:45h – Bib number pickup at the Plaza Sorribes Fuster in Aín
⏰ 08:00h – START OF THE MITJA MARATÓ DELS DEMENTS D’AÍN at Plaza José Sorribes Fuster, closing at 13:30h.
⏰ From 13:30h – Trophy and gift ceremony at the Plaza Sorribes Fuster.

Article 16. START ORGANIZATION OF THE RACES

For both the Marató dels Dements on Saturday and the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín, the start of the events will take place jointly, in different starting waves, according to the bib number assigned by the organization and Skyman. The ranges will be confirmed and communicated to the participants.

Article 17. CHECKPOINTS AND CUT-OFF TIMES

THE ORGANIZATION WILL STRICTLY ENFORCE THE CHECKPOINTS.

MARATÓ DELS DEMENTS

There will be checkpoints for the Marató dels Dements at:

⏱️ KM 18 (Ombria del Batalla) at 4h
⏱️ KM 27 (Coll de La Íbola) at 7h
⏱️ KM 34 (Casa Mosquera) at 8h 30m.

Runners who exceed these cut-off times will be redirected for safety to the next checkpoint, where their bib number will be removed.
Runners who reach the finish line after the established time but passed the last cut-off point (KM 34 Casa Mosquera) within the time limit will receive a finisher medal but will appear as disqualified in the official results.

MITJA MARATÓ DELS DEMENTS D’AÍN

There will be a checkpoint for the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín at:

⏱️ KM 10 (BARRANC DE LA CARITAT) at 2h 45m
⏱️ KM 18.2 (COLL DE BARRES) at 4h 30m.

Runners who exceed these cut-off times will be redirected/transported for safety to the next checkpoint, where their bib number will be removed.
Runners who reach the finish line after the established time but passed the last cut-off point (KM 18.2 Coll de Barres) within the time limit will receive a finisher medal but will appear as disqualified in the official results.

⚠️ Note: The members of the organization identified as LAST RUNNER will have the authority to remove the bib number of runners who do not pass the cut-off times at the checkpoints.

Article 18. COURSE

The events that make up the Dements take place almost exclusively on mountain trails and paths, most of which are part of some G.R, P.R, or S.L. During the race, runners will cross the heart of the Sierra Espadán mountain range, passing through iconic points such as: Pico Espadán, Barranc del Roig, Puntal de L’Aljub, Alto de La Batalla, Alto de La Costera, Penya Blanca, La Mosquera, etc. Runners must adhere to the rules of the Parc Natural de la Serra Espadà, just like any other visitor.

Article 19. AID STATIONS

There will be different types of aid stations along the course of the Marató dels Dements and Marató dels Dements Skymasters:

💧 Light (water) – KM 6.8
💧 🍌  🍊 Consistent (drinks, sweets, salty food, supplements) – KM 10.4 / 15.4 / 21 / 27 / 30 / 34 / 40 and finish.
🚺 At all aid stations, female athletes will have access to intimate hygiene products.

For the Mitja d’Aín, there will be 4 consistent aid stations at:
💧 KM 6.8 / 13.5 / 18.2 and finish.

It is highly recommended to leave each aid station with full water bottles, especially at Aid Station 2 Font de Matilde (KM 10) and Aid Station 7 Casa de Mosquera (KM 34) in the Marató dels Dements.

⚠️ Note: For sustainability and ethical reasons, no cups will be provided at the aid stations. Each runner must bring their own liquid container.

Article 20. BIBS AND RUNNER’S BAG. PICK-UP

A photo ID will be required for the pick-up of the chip, bib, and runner’s bag.
It is allowed for third parties to pick up the bib and runner’s bag, by showing a photo of an ID and a signed authorization from the registered participant.

⚠️ Note: Safety pins will not be provided with the bib; each athlete must bring their own to secure the bib.

The bib must always remain visible on the front of the runner during the race.

⚠️ In no case, the race bib may be swapped with a third person without the approval of the Dements Race Authority. If it is discovered on race day that a runner has swapped their bib with another participant, both will be disqualified for life from this event.

The runner’s bag will only be distributed during the established bib pick-up times, and in the designated space for issues until the finish line closes, both Saturday and Sunday.
📝 Note: The bag will not be sent after the event if it was not picked up during the designated times.

Article 21. MANDATORY GEAR

For all events:

• Shirt (or similar) and pants (or similar)
• Thermal blanket
• Whistle
• Water reserve (min. 1L). It must be refilled at each aid station, especially at KM 21 (required after 11am), KM 34 of the Marató dels Dements and Marató dels Dements Skymasters (required after 1pm), and KM 13.5 of the Mitja Marató dels Dements d’Aín (required after 10am).
• Windproof jacket with hood with a minimum of 10,000mm waterproof and breathability. (This requirement may be waived by the organization depending on weather conditions, but it is recommended).
• Fully charged mobile phone
• GPS device (watch or phone) connected during the entire race

Additional for the Marató dels Dements:

• Headlamp or similar for all participants who pass the material control with a time greater than 4 hours. (This rule is mandatory for those expected to be above this time threshold due to the time of year, so please plan accordingly).

There will be a material check at KM 21 (Aín). The mandatory gear will be inspected for each participant. It is the runner’s responsibility to present the mandatory gear to the control officials. Runners who do not carry the required gear will have their bib removed and will be disqualified.

RECOMMENDED GEAR

• Poles/Sticks. Due to the nature of the event, the use of poles/sticks is recommended.
  They can only be picked up and left at the designated aid stations where assistance is allowed.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH MANDATORY/RECOMMENDED GEAR

Failure to comply with the equipment rules will result in a time penalty of 7 to 10 minutes.

Skymasters category athletes must attend the mandatory safety briefing. If they are unable to attend, the athlete must inform the SkyMan team with a valid reason and watch the safety briefing video on the event website.

Article 22. PERSONAL ASSISTANCE AND PACING

Personal assistance in the Marató dels Dements will be tolerated only at the following official aid stations:

• Aid Station 2 Font de Matilde, Km 10
• Aid Station 4 Aín, Km 21
• Aid Station 6 Barranc de la Caritat, Km 30

❌ Pacing is prohibited outside the aid station areas.
❌ No other external assistance will be allowed.

Failure to comply with these rules will result in a penalty every time it happens.

Article 23. VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL

Competitors may withdraw voluntarily or be forced to withdraw by the organization.

• 🚑 Except in the case of an injury, withdrawal will only be allowed at a checkpoint, and participants will not be allowed to go back against the direction of the race.
• ❗ If the checkpoint is not accessible by vehicle, the participant must access the nearest evacuation point on their own.
• ❌ It is prohibited to abandon the marked course without informing the organization and without proper authorization.

All aid stations are withdrawall points.

Article 24. MANDATORY WITHDRAWAL

The organization can temporarily stop a runner or force them to withdraw if it believes their condition endangers their physical integrity or safety.

Article 25. WEATHER CONDITIONS

In case of adverse weather conditions, the organization reserves the right to neutralize the race, modify the course, the disqualification times, the start time of the race, or even cancel it, following the recommendations of the 112 Emergency Services (GVA). An alternative route of 35.7 km and 3040+ is planned in case it is necessary.

The non-celebration of any event due to the reasons stated in the previous section will not give the right to a refund of the registration fee, and the organization will be responsible for finding an alternative date.

⚠️ SAFETY AMENDMENT ARTICLE 25

Under Article 25, the parameters for modifying or suspending the race are established, considering any normal alterations to the event. The following reasons are taken into account: weather conditions, flooding, fire, major disasters, and others.
Modifications, adaptations, and/or the cancellation of any part of the course, or even the total suspension of the event, will be determined through a meeting at the event’s security command post, with the urgency level corresponding to the need. The decision made by this crisis committee will be final and must be followed by all runners and/or event collaborators, adhering to the pre-established evacuation and modification/suspension plan.

Weather-related Reasons
The event will proceed as planned if there are no alerts or pre-emergency levels issued by the 112 Emergency Services (GVA).
If the 112 Emergency Services center establishes a yellow pre-emergency level, the potential impact on the race will be assessed, and modifications or adjustments to parts of the course may be necessary.
If the 112 Emergency Services center establishes an orange pre-emergency level, the organization may modify the route before or during the race to guarantee the safety of the runners and preserve their physical integrity, even considering suspension if the weather conditions worsen.
If the 112 Emergency Services center establishes a pre-emergency level, in coordination with security services and other law enforcement agencies, the organization reserves the right to cancel the race, even if it is in progress, to guarantee the safety of the runners and preserve their physical integrity.
If the 112 Emergency Services center establishes a meteorological emergency level, the event will immediately be CANCELED in all cases without exception.

Flooding Reasons
If weather conditions indicate a risk of flooding in areas near the river/stream, or if this area becomes flooded due to weather, given its proximity to the finish line, the organization reserves the right to modify and move the finish line to a higher part of the village.
The exact location will be decided in an emergency meeting with the race management and the event’s security officials, with Diputación Street being one of the main options, provided other conditions do not dictate the partial or total suspension of the event.

Fire-related Reasons
In the event of a fire occurring before or during the race in the racecourse area, the race will be immediately suspended to ensure proper evacuation of runners and volunteers in the mountains, prioritizing their safety and physical integrity.
Evacuation routes will be established depending on the fire’s position, and security personnel will be responsible for indicating escape routes and ensuring the safety of the runners.
The Event Command Post (PMA) will determine which evacuation routes should be used, depending on the conditions.

Major Disaster Reasons
In the event of a major natural or man-made disaster that could affect the normal course of the race, endanger the physical integrity of runners, volunteers, and/or race participants, the organization reserves the right to immediately neutralize and/or suspend the race if the circumstances require it. Examples include: landslides, explosions, road closures, earth movements affecting people and/or material…

Other Emergencies
Any incident beyond the control of the event organization that the organization deems poses a risk to participants, volunteers, and race attendees, and has an uncontrolled magnitude, will lead to the necessary response measures.

Article 26. DISQUALIFICATION AND PENALTIES

The organization will monitor the application of the rules, and its members will be authorized to disqualify runners if:

• They cut the course by taking a shortcut.
• They receive assistance outside the designated aid stations.
• They leave trash on the course (we will be very strict on this; the penalty will result in disqualification and a lifetime ban from participating in the event).
• They fail to assist a person in difficulty (injury, severe exhaustion, hypothermia, etc.).
• They do not pass through a control point.
• They leave a control point after the disqualification time.
• They transfer their bib number to a third party.
• They harm the health of another runner or a member of the organization.
• They fail to wear the bib number clearly visible.

Other penalties:

• Failing to carry the required mandatory equipment when passing the material control.
• Receiving assistance outside the designated areas.

We will be very strict with disqualifications and penalties. We believe that each and every runner should compete under the same conditions (except for physical condition, which depends on the individual).

In addition to this regulation, the race will be governed by the competition rules of the ISF and the Merrell Skyrunner® World Series (MSWS), managed by SkyMan SA, and in accordance with the regulations of the International Skyrunning Federation (ISF): https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/rules/ https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/skymasters/.

Article 27. CLAIMS

Claims can be presented to the race jury. These must be submitted in writing, no later than 1 hour before the prize distribution, to the race director, and must include the following information:

• Complainant’s details: Name, surname, and ID number or equivalent identity document.
• Affected athlete’s details and bib number.
• Alleged facts.

Article 28. Compliance with Organic Law 15/1999 on Personal Data Protection, Image Rights, and Advertising

IMAGE RIGHTS
All participants waive the right to their image and authorize the organization and its sponsors to freely use and publish any photograph or video taken during the race.
In accordance with Organic Law 15/1999, of December 13, on Personal Data Protection, participants, upon providing their data, consent to have it included in an automated file owned by the organization.
The organization reserves exclusive rights to the images, photographs, videos, and information from the event in which participants may appear, as well as the right to use this material for advertising, public relations, or any other journalistic or promotional purposes related to the event.
Any media or advertising project must receive prior consent from the organization.
By registering for the event, participants give their consent for the organization to process their data for the management of the competition, as well as for any promotional purposes related to their participation, which may involve the event’s sponsors or collaborators.

✉️ Anyone who requests it can exercise their right to access, rectify, cancel, and oppose their data and images by sending an email to: info@maratodelsdements.com