KOG Kids Challenge General Regulations
3. Registration Requirement：All participants must complete online registration and pay the entry fee in advance.
4. Results & Protest：
(1) All finishers will receive a finisher medal and an electronic completion certificate, which can be downloaded from the official event handbook or the race website. Official results will be available within 24 hours after the race.(2) If participants have any objections to race results or rule violations, they shall submit a written protest to the Arbitration Panel at the finish line within 30 minutes after finishing. The protest must state the reason, be signed and dated, together with a protest deposit of RMB 200. The deposit will be fully refunded if the protest is valid; otherwise, it will not be returned.
(3) A protest takes effect only after submission of documents and payment of the deposit. The principle of who protests provides evidence shall apply. Both parties shall prepare supporting materials by themselves.
(4) The Arbitration Panel will verify the case based on submitted evidence, checkpoint records and course referee reports, and issue a final decision, which shall be binding on both parties.
(5) If the protest is still pending when the award ceremony begins, the ceremony will proceed temporarily according to the timed results confirmed by the Race Director. If the protest is later upheld, the Organizing Committee will adjust the rankings, reissue corresponding awards and make a public announcement.
5. Physical & Competency Requirements：Participants shall reach an excellent physical fitness level based on primary and secondary school fitness assessment standards.Participants should be able to complete a running distance of 5km or more in daily activities, or have experience in other family or children’s events. They should also be capable of cycling continuously for over 10km, with qualified cycling safety awareness. Participants must abide by course rules and cycling etiquette, and wear full safety protective gear.
6. Award Ceremony：The award ceremony is mandatory. All award winners shall check the award schedule after confirming their results and arrive at the venue in advance to attend on time. In case of special circumstances, a designated representative may collect the award on behalf. Any winner absent from the ceremony without prior arrangement will be regarded as waiving the award.
7. Final Interpretation：The Organizing Committee reserves the right of final interpretation of all competition rules. For any inquiries, please contact Nordic Ways staff or email the committee at: info@nordicways.com
Notes：The overall ranking of the Kids King of the Grasslands (Kids KOG) is determined by accumulated competition points. To be eligible for the Kids KOG title, participants must fully complete all three designated events: the Sprint Duathlon, the Kids KOG Family Run, and the 11KM Road / Mountain Bike Challenge. Only participants who successfully finish all three events and obtain valid points will be included in the final Kids KOG overall point ranking. In the event of a tie in total accumulated points among two or more participants, the finishing time of the Kids KOG Parent-Child Run will be adopted as the tie-breaking criterion. The participant with the faster family run finishing time will receive a higher overall ranking.
There are objective differences in entry numbers across categories. Based on historical event data, the mountain bike group generally has fewer participants than the road bike group. A category with more participants features fiercer competition for top rankings, while a smaller category makes high rankings relatively easier to achieve. To ensure consistent judging standards and cross-category scoring fairness, the OC applies a square root population correction coefficient to calibrate all event points. After the final entry list is confirmed, the committee will calculate a scientific and impartial correction coefficient to balance the scoring fairness between the road bike and mountain bike groups.
*All participants in the Kids KOG category can earn valid corresponding points for each officially completed event, regardless of riding a road bike or a mountain bike. Detailed point calculation standards are specified below：
Example：If a participant ranks 15th in the Sprint Duathlon within a category of 30 registered participants, the raw score is 10 points. After multiplying by the population correction coefficient of 0.96, the final score for this single event is 9.6 points.（10*0.96）
The scoring calculation for the remaining two events follows the same rule. The total personal score is the sum of valid points from all three events. The highest-ranked male and female participant by total points in each age group will be awarded the honorary title of “Kids King of the Grasslands”.
KOG Kids——Sprint Duathlon Competition Regulations
Competition Details & Regulations
Eligibility：
Open exclusively to the Kids KOG category.
Course & Distance：
The total distance is 4.7 km. It is a cumulative timed Bike-Run-Bike event: 2.2 km cycling → 1.4 km running → 1.1 km cycling. Both the start and finish lines are located at the Cultural Square.
Equipment Requirements：
- Bicycles: All bike models are allowed. Before the race, remove any hazardous accessories such as locks, baskets, kickstands, and rear racks.
- Helmets must be worn correctly at all times. Failure to wear a helmet or removing it during the race will result in disqualification.
- Apparel: Wear sportswear and running shoes. If you wish to change shoes, running shoes must be delivered to the Transition Area 30 minutes before the race.
- Identification: Wear the organizer-provided bib number correctly and attach the bike plate.
Transition Area Rules：
- Location: Parking lot at the West Gate of Xiwuqi Ecological Park (opposite Xiwuqi Hotel).
- Setup: Set up at the spot corresponding to your bib number. Place helmets and shoes in the corresponding numbered basket, and hang your bicycle on the corresponding rack.
- Interference: Occupying or obstructing another participant’s spot will result in immediate disqualification.
Competition Rules：
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- Depart according to the drawn groups and order; obey the instructions of referees and volunteers.
- Participants may wear running shoes for the entire cycling leg; changing shoes is not mandatory.
- Registration implies acceptance of all rules. Violations will lead to disqualification.
KOG Kids——Xiwuqi Route 99 Beautiful Countryside Running—5KM Parent-Child Run Competition Regulations
Competition Details & Regulations
Eligibility：
The Kids KOG 5km Parent-Child Run accepts individual registration and is a mandatory event for the KOG category. It is open to participants in good health who meet the specified conditions (in accordance with Article 5 of the General Rules).
Participant Acknowledgment：
Participants must understand and abide by the following rules, acknowledging the distance and risks of the event, and having sufficient preparation to:
# Know how to face and cope with difficulties caused by altitude/elevation without external assistance, such as low temperatures, strong winds, thunderstorms, heavy fog, rain, and snow.
# Know how to cope with physiological and psychological issues that may arise from extreme fatigue, gastrointestinal problems, muscle and joint pain, and other ailments.
Health Restrictions (Who Cannot Participate)：
Individuals with the following conditions are prohibited from participating:
Congenital or rheumatic heart disease.
Hypertension and cerebrovascular diseases.
Myocarditis and other heart diseases.
Coronary artery disease and severe arrhythmia.
Diabetes with excessively high or low blood sugar.
Those who have had a cold within two weeks prior to the race.
Pregnant women.
Individuals with other diseases unsuitable for sports.
This event follows the latest road running competition rules and regulations approved by the Chinese Athletics Association.
Course & Timing：
1. Start: Xiwuqi Cultural Square，Kids KOG Start Zone.
2. Timing: Electronic chip timing. The top six are timed by gun time; all others by net time. Participants must pass all chip checkpoints; otherwise, no result will be recorded.
Participation Requirements:
1. Collect the bib number and race pack before the race. Wear them correctly throughout the event; do not cover/alter them.
2. For the 5km Parent-Child Run, a guardian must register for the same event and accompany the child throughout the entire race, assuming full responsibility for safety and signing the participation declaration.
3. A health certificate (including an ECG) must be submitted, and accident insurance must be purchased additionally.
4. Running is allowed using leg power only. Mechanical assistance and obstructing others are prohibited.
5. Follow the course markings. Taking shortcuts will result in disqualification.
6. Bag drop is available at designated points before the race. Write your bib number clearly on the sticker attached to your bag. It is recommended to complete bag drop before 6:40 AM.
Time & Supply:
1. A cut-off point will be set at the finish line for the 5km Family Run.
2. Water supply stations will be set up along the course.
Environment & Safety:
1. Trash may only be discarded in designated areas. Littering will result in disqualification.
2. The course is open with no shelter. Please prepare for sun and wind protection. In case of emergency, call the rescue number on the bib.
3. In the event of natural disasters, accidents, public health incidents, social security incidents, or other force majeure that may affect the event or participant safety, the Race Director and Organizing Committee (OC) reserve the right to shorten the race distance or even cancel the event.
KOG Kids——Cycling Challenge Competition Regulations
Competition Details & Regulations
Eligibility:
The Kids KOG 11km Cycling Challenge accepts individual registration and is a mandatory event for the KOG category. It is open to participants in good health who meet the specified conditions (in accordance with Article 5 of the General Rules).This event follows the latest competition rules and regulations approved by the Chinese Cycling Association.
Bicycle Requirements:
1. All bike models are allowed. Urban bicycles, folding bikes, etc., participating in the event will be classified into the Road Bike category.
2. Before the race, remove accessories such as locks, baskets, kickstands, and rear racks. Non-human-powered assistance and glass containers are strictly prohibited.
Equipment & Wearing:
1. Helmets must be worn correctly at all times. Participants without helmets are not allowed to race; removing a helmet during the ride will result in disqualification.
2. The race bib must be worn correctly, and the bike plate (with chip) must be properly installed. Violators will incur a 5-minute penalty.
Fair Play:
1. Pushing, pulling, and drafting (slipstreaming) are prohibited. The organizing committee will impose penalties at its discretion for violations.
2. Cycling must be powered by leg strength only. Electronic or mechanical assistance is strictly prohibited.
3. Depart from the designated area. Violators will incur a 15-minute penalty.
4. Category changes are prohibited within 24 hours before the race.
Course & Safety:
1. Follow the course markings. Taking shortcuts is prohibited. Failure to pass checkpoints will result in no recorded result.
2. Obey traffic control, keep to the right, and follow the instructions of volunteers. 3. Adhere to the cut-off time. If you refuse the sweep vehicle (sag wagon), you are responsible for your own safety; if you abandon the race, please board the sweep vehicle.
4. No repair services are provided during the race. In case of mechanical failure, please abandon the race and board the sweep vehicle.
5. In case of injury or other emergencies: Please use the emergency rescue number on your bib. Use this number only for serious injuries or other emergencies. A medical vehicle and a sweep vehicle will follow the race.
Environment & Emergency：
1. Littering on the course is prohibited. Destroying the environment will result in disqualification.
2. Be aware of livestock in the pastoral area. In case of unexpected situations, the organizing committee reserves the right to shorten or cancel the race.