Article 1 – The Event

The VSOP XO Association and FENUA EVENTS are co-organizing the XTERRA TRANSTAHITIENNE TRAIL RUN on Saturday, August 30, 2025, on the island of Tahiti, under the supervision of the French Polynesian Athletics Federation (FAPF).

Article 2 – Race Committee

The race committee includes the race director, the president of VSOP XO or their representative, the head referee, and any other individual chosen for their expertise.
The committee is authorized to make all necessary decisions for the smooth running of the race and to rule on any complaints during the event. All decisions are final.

Article 3 – The Race

• XTERRA TRANSTAHITIENNE – TRAIL RUN
  The distance given in these rules is indicative and subject to change at any time.
  

Article 4 – Race Format

Saturday, August 30, 2025:

• Distance: 40 km

• Elevation gain: 1350 D+

• Category: Solo

• Minimum age: 20 years old in 2025 (born in 2005 or earlier)

• Start time: 8:00 AM

• Start: Football stadium near Teva I Uta Town Hall

• Finish: Papenoo football field

• Cut-off: 9h30 (finish by 5:30 PM)
  

Article 5 – Participation

Open to all male and female athletes born in 2005 or earlier.

Bib pickup is conditional on a complete and valid registration file.
Unpaid or incomplete registrations (e.g. invalid medical certificate) will not be accepted. No refund will be granted in such cases.

Article 6 – Registration Procedures

• Register at: www.fenuamoove.com

• Payment: Credit card only

• Deadline: Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Tahiti time)

• Switching races before the deadline is allowed, but any price difference must be paid

No cancellation/refund will be accepted after registration unless the athlete has purchased the cancellation insurance (2,000 XPF).

Cancellation Insurance:
Refund without justification up to 24 hours before race day.
Request via email by Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM to: contact@fenuamoove.com
Cannot be used after picking up the race pack.

No refund/transfer possible for those without insurance.

Registration Periods & Fees (XPF per athlete):

+500 XPF for non-licensed athletes (accident insurance)

Medical Certificate:

Required for non-licensed runners. Must state:

• “No contraindication to competitive trail running”, or

• “No contraindication to competitive sports”
  Valid for 1 year and dated within 1 year of race day.

Foreign Athletes:

Must provide a certificate of no contraindication to competitive athletics.

• In English or translated into French

• Dated within 1 year

• Uploaded to www.fenuamoove.com
  

Article 7 – Bibs & Race Packs

Race packs available for pickup on Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 August 2025, 7:30 AM – 5 PM at Decathlon Punaauia.
No bib pickup on race day.

Trail registration includes:

• Athlete booklet

• Numbered, chipped bib

• Tote bag

• Tank top

• Finisher medal (only for those who complete the race)
  

Article 8 – Race Format & Course

Solo race over a single stage.
Athletes must be in good physical condition.
Course and distances may change at any time.

Safety

• Managed by a team of doctors, FPPC first responders, and TEVA I UTA firefighters

• Equipped with 4x4s and ambulances

• Several aid stations throughout the course
  

Marking

• Reusable signs and biodegradable tape

• Volunteer marshals and sweepers will be present

• Manual and electronic checkpoints (bib chip) at key points

• Missed checkpoints = disqualification
  

Passing Rules

• Slower runners must yield to faster runners

• Passing must be safe

• Blocking or intentionally impeding other runners is prohibited
  

Mandatory Gear Checks

• Random gear inspections before entering the start area

• Non-compliant athletes will be disqualified and no refund given
  

External Assistance

• Prohibited

• Only support from other registered athletes is allowed

• No bikes or vehicles allowed, even at the finish line → disqualification
  

Cut-off Times

• Posted on the event website and repeated during race briefing

• After cut-off, runners still on the course will be withdrawn

• Organizers reserve the right to adjust cut-offs for safety
  

Article 9 – Disqualification & Withdrawal

• No refund if disqualified or for voluntary withdrawal

Bibs:

• Must be worn on the front

• No modifications or sponsor stickers allowed

• Non-compliance = warning or disqualification

Course Respect:

• Shortcuts or off-course = disqualification

• Runners are responsible for knowing and following the marked course

Withdrawals:

• Must notify a race official

• Failure to do so may result in legal consequences if a search is initiated

Emergency contact number is printed on the bib.

Article 10 – Mandatory & Recommended Gear

Mandatory:

• 1L water (minimum) – 2L strongly recommended

• Bib on front of body

• Survival blanket

• Whistle (often on hydration packs)

• Reusable cup (no cups at aid stations)

• Poles allowed

Recommended:

• 2L water

• Gloves

• Phone

• Food

• Light source (for tunnel section)
  

Article 11 – Aid Stations & Drop Zones

• Aid stations with water, sweet/salty snacks, energy drinks, fruit

• Bring your own cup – no cups provided

No outside aid or placing items along the course.
Drop Zones provided at aid stations for trash disposal.
Littering = disqualification

Article 12 – Insurance

• Organizers covered by Générali insurance policy no. 58228666D

• Athletes compete at their own risk

• Recommended: personal liability insurance, repatriation, search & rescue

Bib transfer is forbidden. Violators are personally liable.

Article 13 – Safety / Assistance

• Runners are primarily responsible for their own safety

• In case of an accident, help must be given, and race HQ contacted

• Medical team, referees, and sweepers may force withdrawal

• Unreported withdrawals = possible legal action

Medical team present at start and finish.

Article 14 – Complaints

• Must be submitted within 1 hour of arrival

• Written, signed, and accompanied by 10,000 XPF deposit

• If accepted, deposit refunded. If not, kept by the club for sports development
  

Article 15 – Penalties

Race monitors will be present (including undercover officials).
Infractions = disqualification

Violations include:

• Off-course

• No bib

• Unsportsmanlike behavior or offensive language

• Outside assistance

• Accompaniment by a bike or vehicle (even at finish)

• Littering

Anti-doping rules apply; random testing may occur.

Article 16 – Awards

Podiums:

• Top 3 men and top 3 women receive trophies

Prize money (XPF):

• 1st man & woman: 25,000

• 2nd: 12,500

• 3rd: 5,000

Awards ceremony:
Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 4:00 PM at Papenoo football field
Absentees: prizes will be donated to charities

Article 17 – General Provisions

By registering, all participants acknowledge and accept these rules.

• Rules available on www.xterraplanet.com

• Final decisions made by the race director for any unaddressed situations

Organizers are not responsible for theft or accidents.

Participants are responsible for the condition and compliance of their gear.

In case of bad weather or force majeure, organizers may:

• Adjust the route

• Cancel the event without refund
  

Image Rights

By registering, participants authorize the use of their image for promotional purposes.
To opt out, submit a written request.

Media professionals must obtain accreditation.
No images or videos may be sold to private companies or media without consent from VSOP XO and FENUA EVENTS.

Environmental Responsibility

Protecting nature is a top priority.
Deliberate littering = disqualification and ban from future events.

Article 18 – Partners

Special thanks to all partners for making this race possible on the island of Tahiti.
Mauruuru roa.

Article 19 – Taho’e Challenge – 3rd Event

Both the Trail Run and the Run & Bike are part of the Taho’e Challenge 2025.

1. Points System:

• Participation: 1 point per completed race

• Ranking Points:

2. Bonus Points:

Bonus for finishers only

3. Rankings & Awards:
End-of-year ranking based on total points.
Top 3 will receive prizes announced at the final event.

4. Prize Draw:
Runners completing all 4 events will enter a raffle at the end-of-year ball, supervised by a bailiff.

5. Conditions:

• Must register and complete all 4 events

• Any missed event = elimination

6. Final Event: XTERRA Triathlon – October 18 & 19, 2025