1. RACE CATEGORIES AND DISTANCES
ULTRA 50K
Distance: 50.21 km
Elevation gain/loss: 3,111 m D+
Start time: 11/APR/2027, 07:00 am
Time limit: 11 hours
ITRA points: 3
Aid stations: 5
Cut-off points: 5
CLASSIC 30K
Distance: 30.87 km
Elevation gain/loss: 1,691 m D+
Start time: 11/APR/2027, 08:00 am
Time limit: 7 hours
ITRA points: 2
Aid stations: 3
SPRINT 20K
Distance: 18.26 km
Elevation gain/loss: 1,023 m D+
Start time: 11/APR/2027, 09:30 am
Time limit: 5 hours
ITRA points: 1
Aid statios: 1
CHILDREN'S RACES
4-6 years: 100m (start 11:00)
7-9 years: 400m (start 11:15)
10-12 years: 800m (start 11:30)
2. MANDATORY EQUIPMENT for ALL distances:
Race bib (visible on the front of the body)
Personal cup minimum 15cl (plastic-free race!)
Mobile phone TURNED ON (roaming on)
Recommended equipment by distance:*
SPRINT 20K:
Water minimum 500ml (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes
CLASSIC 30K:
Water minimum 500ml (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Food min. 300 calories
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes
ULTRA 50K:
Water minimum 1L (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (emergency blanket) (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Food min. 500 calories
Headlamp with spare batteries
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes
*In case of unfavorable weather forecast, the organizer reserves the right to prescribe mandatory equipment necessary for runners safety.
3. PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
Minimum requirements:
Age: 18+ years (16-17 with parental consent)
Medical certificate: Not required but highly recommended for all, especially for 50+ years
Recommended experience:
20K: Not required
30K: Completed at least one trail race of around 20k
50K: 3 ITRA points from a race or completed more than 40K distance
Semi-autonomous participation
Runners participate at their own risk
Runners must be autonomous (independent) between refreshment stations
Mental and physical preparedness and independence in dealing with variable mountain terrain, challenging weather conditions, fatigue, and minor injuries
Registration requires:*
First and last name
Date of birth
Country
Email and phone
Emergency contact (name and phone)
Medical conditions and medications (if any)
*Registration is considered complete after successful start fee payment
When picking up race bib please show one of the following:
Personal identification document with photo
Payment confirmation (email)
Signature on liability declaration
4. RACE RULES
Immediate disqualification for:
Intentional route short cutting
Using transportation (bicycle, motorcycle, vehicle)
Insults and threats to other participants, volunteers, race staff and medical personnel
Refusing to help an injured runner
Disobedience during equipment check
Determination of impaired health condition by medical personnel
Doping
False identity registration, i.e., participation with someone else's race number
Time penalties:
Short cutting: 15-120 minutes
Littering on the trail: 15 min - disqualification
Phone turned off: 15 minutes
Missing equipment: 15-60 minutes
Unauthorized assistance: 15 minutes
Misconduct (dangerous overtaking, disrespect to staff ...): 15 minutes - disqualification
Trail rules:
ALWAYS follow the race markings
Stay on the marked path
Carry all waste with you to the next station
Respect volunteers, medics, race staff, other runners, and nature
If there's no marking for 200m, turn back
5. AID STATIONS
What's available:
Water, cola, and electrolytes (bring YOUR own cup!)
Food (details on website) for consumption at the station only
Hot beverages at certain stations (in cold weather)
External assistance:
Allowed: Only within 10m radius from station
Maximum: 1 helper, 10 minutes
Prohibited: Pacers, medical assistance, carrying equipment for another participant
6. TIME LIMITS
Maximum time (cut-off):
20K: 5 hours
30K: 7 hours
50K: 11 hours
Time restrictions at certain refreshment stations (time cut-offs on website and race bib number)
IMPORTANT: You must LEAVE the aid station before cut-off time!
7. RACE WITHDRAWAL
If you must withdraw:
MANDATORY:
Call the Organizer's phone number (number on race bib)
Notify volunteers at the nearest station
Stay at the station until organized transport is available
For emergencies:
If lost and similar problems: Call the Organizer (number on race bib)
For injury and rescue: call SOS number on race bib
Do not leave mid-race without notifying the organizer! Unannounced withdrawal = search and rescue at YOUR expense!
8. SAFETY AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Race is cancelled if:*
Air temperature above 40°C
Lightning within 15km radius
Windchill temperature below -10°C
Poor air quality (AQI 151+)
Force majeure
*If the race is cancelled by the organizer more than 15 days before the start, a 20% refund is paid. No refund if the race is cancelled by the organizer less than 15 days before the start.
Communication:
Email notifications for last-minute changes
Race website and social media for regular news
Marking:
Primary markers: Pink ribbons on branches/trees, pink flags on the ground / trails
Additional markers: pink signs with directional arrows
Additional markers: orange X signs indicating wrong direction - turn back
Night visibility: reflective markers for night sections
Enhanced marking on all paths at crossroads and separation points
GPS and technology integration:
Official GPS files on the race website
Mandatory to carry mobile phone for emergency communication
Recommended to install a mobile navigation app with offline maps
9. ENVIRONMENTAL RULES
LEAVE NO TRACE principles:
NO littering
NO short cutting
NO disturbing animals
Use only marked paths
Bring your own cup for liquids
10. CATEGORIZATION AND PODIUMS
Categories (M/F):
U25: 18-24 years
Seniors: 25-39 years
Masters 1: 40-49 years
Masters 2: 50-59 years
Veterans: 60+
Podiums (M/F):
General classification: 1st-3rd place
Categories: 1st place
11. REGISTRATION FEE
Early registration (first # payments)::
50K: 55 EUR (first 20)
30K: 40 EUR (first 30)
20K: 30 EUR (first 40)
Regular registration:
50K: 65 EUR
30K: 45 EUR
20K: 30 EUR
Registrations close on 01.04.2027 at 23:59 or when maximum participant quota is reached.
When paying online an additional 4% commission is charged.
Included in registration fee:
Participation, electronic chip, ITRA/UTMB points and index
Race running t-shirt
Refreshment stations, volunteers, medical assistance
Finisher medal
Digital certificate, professional photos
Sponsor gifts, dropbag, parking
Group discounts and free entries:
Team / sports club (10+ runners): 10% discount
General podium from 2026: free
Elite runners (750 ITRA men, 600 ITRA women): free
12. CANCELLATION AND REFUND
Refunds:
Until 08.03.2027: 100% (minus bank fees)
09.03-31.03.2027: 50%
After 31.03.2027: No refund
Transfer to another distance:
Allowed until 31.03.2027
To shorter: no refund of difference
To longer: pay difference
Cancellation due to injury:
Until 08.03: 90% with medical report
09.03-31.03.2027: Case by case
After 31.03.2027: No refund
How to cancel registration and request refund:
Send email to vodnomatka@gmail.com with*:
Name and distance
Payment date
Reason
Medical certificate (if applicable)
*Confirmation email is received within 7 days, and refund is processed within 14 days of receiving the request.
13. CONTACT INFORMATION
Association for promotion and management of projects and events in trail running and other mountain sports TREX
Address: Ibe Palikukja 17, 1000 Skopje
Bank account: 270069272700140 Halk Bank
Unique Registry Number: 6927270
Tax Identification Number: 4058014518005
E-mail: info@trex.mk
President: Žikica Ivanovski
Race Director: Dejan Krle
vodnomatka@gmail.com
www.vodnomatka.mk
REMEMBER:
Safety is priority #1
Respect nature
Help other runners
Follow the rules
Enjoy the adventure!
The organizer reserves the right to change the rules. Follow updates at www.vodnomatka.mk
HAPPY TRAILS!
