Advising Authorities

Sports Administration, Ministry of Education; Taitung County Council

Organizer

Taitung Super Triathlon Association

Co-Organizers

East Coast National Scenic Area Administration, Tourism Bureau, MOTC; Eighth River Management Branch, Water Resources Agency, MOEA; Taitung County Police Bureau; Taitung County Fire Department; Chenggong Precinct, Taitung County Police Bureau; Taitung County Sports Association; Taitung County Underwater Sports Training Association; Taitung City Office; Beinan Township Office; Donghe Township Office; Chenggong Township Office; Naruwan Hotel; Taitung County Urban and Rural Life Sports Association; Taitung County 089 Emergency Medical Service Association; Medical Ironman (Ironmedic).

Prize Money and Trophy Notices

• Tax Regulations: According to tax laws, prize money exceeding NT$20,001 is subject to a 10% tax. For non-ROC citizens (residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days), a 20% tax will be deducted. All taxes are to be borne by the winners.

• The Organizer reserves the right to adjust the number of awarded places and trophies.

• If you cannot claim your prize in person, you may appoint a proxy. If shipping is required, it will be sent via cash-on-delivery (COD), and the recipient bears the risk of damage during transit.

• Result Adjustments: Post-race results may be adjusted due to athlete appeals or chip sensor issues. If the final rankings differ from the award ceremony announcements, the latest official website announcement shall prevail. Athletes may not demand compensation and are requested to abide by the Organizer's regulations.

• Prize Payout: Prize money will be distributed via wire transfer to the winners' accounts within one week after the final official results are announced on the website. Please ensure your account details on the receipt are clearly filled out, faxed, or phoned in, and then photographed and emailed to the Association. Please monitor your phone or email for notifications.

• Appeals: Any appeals regarding results must be submitted in writing (via the official form in the program booklet) to the Organizer within 10 minutes of the result announcement prior to the awards ceremony. No appeals will be accepted after the event concludes.

• Disqualification: If an athlete is reported for rule violations after the event and proven guilty, their award qualifications will be revoked, and the Organizer will not backfill the ranking. (Prize winners, please take note!)

Registration Method (Via Association Website or I-BET Registration Portal)

• Strictly Online Registration only.

• Note: Payment status can be checked on the registration website immediately after payment.

• Note: Participants under 18 must provide a Parental/Guardian Consent Form. (The form must be faxed to the Association, followed by a confirmation call. Failure to do so will result in disqualification).

Organizer Information

• Office Address: 1F, No. 31, Xincheng St., Taitung City, Taitung County 950 (Taitung Super Triathlon Association)

• Contact: TEL: 089-224799 | FAX: 089-228358 | General Manager Wang: 0919-024799

• Email: super3.tw@gmail.com

• Facebook Page: Search for "臺東縣超級鐵人三項協會" (Taitung Super Triathlon Association)

• After registration closes, the I-BET portal will periodically announce the list of registered athletes. Please verify your information. (If there are errors, please call 089-224799 for corrections).

• Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 18:00.

• Note: No on-site registration on race day. Incomplete payments or missing documents will result in application rejection.

• 1. Please accurately assess your physical capabilities. Once registration is complete, no requests for name or race category changes will be accepted for any reason.

• 1. If a T-shirt size is not selected on the form, a size L will be issued by default. (Adult Sizes: 6XS / 5XS / 4XS / 3XS / 2XS / XS / S / M / L / XL / 2L / 3L).

Withdrawal and Refund Policy

If you have completed the registration and wish to withdraw, please apply via the I-BET portal (TEL: 02-2951-6969 or I-BET customer service).

• By May 30 (Sat): A NT$100 processing fee will be deducted (excluding transaction fees).

• June 1 - June 30: A 20% processing fee will be deducted from the registration fee.

• July 1 - August 31: A 35% processing fee will be deducted from the registration fee.

• September 1 - September 15: A 50% processing fee will be deducted from the registration fee.

• From September 16 onwards: As race supplies will have been packed and preparations finalized, no refunds will be granted for any reason. Race qualifications cannot be transferred or deferred. Please take note!

• Refund Processing Dates: Refunds will be processed via bank transfer between November 4 and November 6.

Participant Replacement

• To replace a participant, email the Association by June 1. No requests will be accepted from June 2 onwards.

• Note: Due to operational time constraints, bib numbers and stickers for replacement athletes will be handwritten. (To avoid disputes, please agree to these terms before registering).

Official Athlete Village

• Locations: Naruwan Hotel, Naruwan Inn, Naruwan Garden Hotel, Naruwan Galaxy Hotel.

• Reservation Hotline: 0800-239888 (You must explicitly state you are a participating athlete to receive the discount rate).

Participant Check-in

(Race numbers and check-in locations will be sent via SMS)

• Procedure: Provide your race number to the staff at the check-in desk to complete the process and collect your timing chip. Proxies are allowed if you cannot attend. If you are unable to check in the day before, you may do so at the service desk up to 1 hour before your race starts on race day. Latecomers will not be accepted.

• Time: 13:30 - 20:00.

• Location: Naruwan Hotel (No. 66, Lianhang Rd., Taitung City).

• Timing Chip: This event uses timing chips. Please fasten the chip securely to your left ankle before the race starts.

  • Note: Do not lose your chip. Return it after the race for a NT$500 deposit refund. No refund will be issued for lost or unreturned chips.

  • Note: A NT$100 replacement fee applies for lost or unreturned chip straps.

• Uncollected Packets: If registered but unable to race, collect your race packet at the Association within one week after the event (Mon-Fri, 09:00-17:00). Unclaimed packets will be forfeited.

• Vouchers: Cash vouchers must be used at designated vendor booths at the venue on Oct 17-18, 2025. They expire after the event and cannot be refunded or exchanged for cash.

Awards Ceremonies

• 113KM: Oct 17 (Sat) 18:30 at Naruwan Hotel (Admission by ticket).

• 226KM: Oct 18 (Sun) 12:30 at Naruwan Hotel (Admission by ticket).

  (Naruwan Hotel Address: No. 66, Lianhang Rd., Taitung City / Tel: 089-239666)

• 51.5KM: Oct 18 (Sun) 12:20 at Flowing Lake (Huo Shui Hu) venue.

• Note: Family meal tickets for 113KM/226KM athletes can be purchased on-site at the ceremony.

General Competition Rules (Must Read)

Swimming Regulations

• The race follows the order of Swimming, Cycling, and Running.

• Aside from the mandatory event-issued swim cap, athletes must provide their own gear (swimsuit, goggles, bike, helmet, apparel, etc.).

• Wetsuits are permitted. (If wearing a long-sleeve wetsuit, your race number must be marked or clearly visible).

• The steps along the lake can be used for brief rests. Walking along the steps to advance is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.

• Athletes must wait by the water before the start. No test swimming in the cleared course is allowed. Violators will be penalized for false starts.

Cycling & Running Regulations

• Private support from moving vehicles (cars/scooters) is strictly prohibited. Violators will be disqualified. For 226KM athletes, private support from family/friends is only permitted within the designated 30-meter zones at official aid stations.

• Trash drop zones are located at aid stations. Littering (water bottles, cups, wrappers) on the course will result in disqualification.

• The bike and run courses cannot be fully closed to traffic. Athletes must stay in the slow lanes on the sides of the road and remain highly alert to approaching vehicles.

• Different segments have specific cut-off times. To avoid failing to finish within the time limits, participants are strongly advised to possess the necessary stamina for open-water swimming, long-distance cycling/running, and the skills for rapid transitions.

• Please decelerate and watch out for pedestrians and vehicles in hazardous areas (e.g., transition zones, aid stations, town streets, narrow paths, turnaround points, gas stations, bus stops).

Basic Penalties

• Substitute Racing: If confirmed, the Chief Referee will invalidate the results, impose a 3-year ban on both parties, and publish the names of the substitute and the registered athlete online.

• Bare Torso: Racing shirtless during the bike or run segments incurs a 3-minute penalty. Severe violations will lead to disqualification.

• Dangerous Overtaking: Overtaking on downhills, sharp turns, or dangerous sections is strictly prohibited to prevent accidents. Violators face a 3 to 5-minute time penalty.

• Unruly Behavior: Failure to comply with Organizer instructions before or after the race, causing unnecessary disputes, or severe misconduct will result in the athlete being blacklisted and banned from future events.

Safety Notices

• If you feel unwell on race day, do not force yourself to compete. The referees and medical staff reserve the right to withdraw an athlete based on their physical condition. The athlete may not object and assumes all personal responsibility.

• Transition bags are strictly for use in the transition area. Do not hang them on your bike handlebars, as this poses a serious safety hazard.

• Force Majeure: In the event of typhoons, declared national epidemics, or force majeure natural disasters, the Organizer reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or alter the course and events for safety reasons. Athletes may not object. If the entire event is canceled, refunds will be issued after deducting incurred administrative and logistical costs. If the event is canceled on race day due to force majeure, there will be no postponement or refund; finisher souvenirs will be distributed on-site.

• The Organizer provides Public Liability Insurance. Athletes are strongly required to purchase their own personal competition-specific accident insurance.

• Please bring your identification documents and National Health Insurance (NHI) card.

• Average October weather in Taitung: Temp 27.6°C (Max 32.1°C, Min 23.2°C), Humidity 76%.

Appeals

• Procedure: Team leaders or coaches must submit a formal written appeal (signed) to the Jury of Appeal within 10 minutes of the results being posted, accompanied by a NT$5,000 deposit. The Jury's decision is final. If the appeal is rejected, the deposit is forfeited to the event fund.

• Athletes must obey the referees' decisions. Questioning or insulting referees on-site is prohibited. Severe behavior will result in disqualification and a ban from future events.

• Any disputes regarding results or decisions must be raised with evidence before the event concludes. No appeals will be accepted afterward.

Public Liability Insurance Notices

Please assess your physical condition on race day and race within your limits. Ensure adequate sleep the night before and eat breakfast 1 hour before racing. The Organizer only provides emergency medical first aid on-site. Illnesses caused by pre-existing conditions are not covered. The Organizer provides Public Liability Insurance in accordance with regulations (this is the only allowable insurance category for event organizers in Taiwan).

• Coverage Scope: Covers bodily injury, death, or property damage to third parties only if the Organizer is proven legally liable due to negligence regarding the venue, facilities, or staff during the event.

• Exclusions (Not Covered): Injuries, death, or damage caused by personal factors outside the event time or venue, or personal illnesses (e.g., shock, heart disease, diabetes, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, altitude sickness, epilepsy, dehydration, asthma).

• Note: Athletes with relevant medical histories should carefully consider the risks. All participants must independently purchase valid personal accident insurance.

Special Media Declaration

• Unauthorized private drones are strictly prohibited. Violators bear all legal consequences.

• Participant Consent: By registering, you exclusively authorize the Organizer and its designated agents to film and photograph you during the event, and to collect and process your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act. The Organizer retains the exclusive right to publish, use, and sell these media assets.

• Unauthorized parties (those without official credentials/uniforms) are strictly prohibited from filming or photographing participants for any commercial purposes or sales.

Practice Swim Announcements

• Time: Oct 16-17, 15:00 - 16:30 at Flowing Lake (subject to changes by water authorities).

• Athletes must register using their "race number" and wear a swimsuit/cap to enter. No swimming outside these times and areas.

• Oct 16 (Fri): Open to 226KM & 113KM athletes.

• Oct 17 (Sat): Open to 51.5KM & Kids athletes.

• Relay Teams: Only the first-leg swimmer may test the water. For safety, second and third-leg athletes are prohibited from entering the water.

Aid Station Adoption

Sports groups or clubs are welcome to adopt and staff aid stations to assist athletes.

• Contact: General Manager Wang (089-224799, LINE ID: 0926685425)

Appendix

• Please ensure you understand these rules and your physical condition before registering. Completing registration constitutes agreement.

• The Organizer reserves the right to amend these regulations. In case of discrepancies on race day, on-site announcements shall prevail, and athletes/families may not object.

• For further details, please refer to the "Taitung Super Triathlon Association" Facebook page or the I-BET registration website. Please also read the event manual distributed during check-in carefully.