Platform Guidelines & Standards
Athletic sportsmanship, race etiquette, and environmental principles
RUNBUDDIES ATHLETIC GUIDELINES
1. Fair Play & Anti-Cheating
RunBuddies promotes genuine fitness and authentic achievement:
- No Ghost Running: You must personally complete the race course on foot/bicycle. Subsituting runners or trading timing bibs without official re-assignment is strictly prohibited and results in lifetime disqualification.
- Course Integrity: Shortcutting or missing timing mats will lead to automatic disqualification (DQ).
2. Green Trail & "Leave No Trace" Ethics
We are committed to eco-friendly events. Discarding water bottles, plastic pouches, or energy gel wrappers on roads, ghats, or forest trails is strictly banned. Always dispose of trash into designated aid station bins.
3. Athlete Safety & Mutual Support
If you see a fellow participant in medical distress, alert the nearest race marshal, aid station volunteer, or emergency helpline immediately. Respect event marshals, police, and medical personnel directing the race.
4. Respectful Community Interaction
Harassment, discriminatory language, or abusive behavior toward fellow athletes, volunteers, or staff will not be tolerated and may result in immediate expulsion from the platform and event premises.
