1. The Cango Marathon and Half Marathon is run in accordance with the rules of ASA and ASWD.
2. The Cango Marathon and Half Marathon is open to all licenced and nonlicenced runners of 16 years and older for the 21.1km and 20 years and older for the 42.2km. The 10km are open to runners 14 years and older.
3. Licensed runners should wear club colours. Official event race number to be worn on the front. Registered athletes must wear their ASA licenses on the front an back of their vest. The race number must be worn on the front of the vest, partially covering the ASA license, so that the ASA license sponsor remains visible. Temporary licensed runners must wear the race number on the front of their vest and the temporary license on the back. Registered athletes must wear their 2026/2027 ASA licenses on the front and back
of their vest.
4. Temporary licensed participants are eligible for age category prizes provided they enter the relevant age group, wear the appropriate age tags and provide proof of age.
5. Unlicensed runners must wear plain clothes (no advertising permitted). Official event race number to be worn on the front and the temporary license number on the back.
6. Personal seconding is not permitted except at official refreshment stations. Private vehicles are requested not to follow the athletes on the route.
7. In addition to overall (Open) prizes, participants will only be eligible for an age category prize in the age category they enter. Corresponding numerical age category tags must be worn on the front and back of their club vest. Participants may enter the age category corresponding to their chronological age or any younger category up to senior.
8. Proof of age is required for category prizes. .
9. Each race distance has a different race number range and colour with your data captured electronically. Do not transfer between races without notifying the race organisers.
10. All traffic officers and marshals must be obeyed.
11. The race organisers reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
12. The entry fee is non-refundable.
13. Kilometre marker boards will be placed at each kilometre mark.
14. Drinking / Sponging stations shall be provided at 3km intervals (Min 2.5km – Max3.5km apart), or more frequently if weather conditions warrant such provision. Water and other suitable refreshments shall be available at the start
and finish of all races.
15. Medals will be handed to all finishers who complete the event within the cut off time.
16. Tog bag drop-off facilities will be available at the start area of each race. All bags are left at the runner’s own risk. The organisers will not be held responsible for any loss, theft or damage to personal belongings.
17. Toilets will be available at the finish venue.
18. The use of music players with headphones is not allowed and may result in disqualification.
19. Do not litter. Dispose of sachets and cups responsibly by using the boxes provided or carrying them to the Finish. Report offenders to the referees.