Ahon Ascent Trilogy 2026 — Leg 2

Light The Totem.
Leg 2 brings the trilogy to Timberland Heights—a different kind of climb, a different kind of test. Very near to Metro Manila. Every official finisher earns a Totem segment. Complete all three legs and the Totem completes as a desk lamp.

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Quick Details

• Date: April 19, 2026 (Sunday)
• Venue: Timberland Heights, San Mateo, Rizal
• Race Technical Director: Thumbie Remigio
• Participant limit: 500 total runners (all categories combined)

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Distances & Elevation Gain

• 5K: Elevation TBA
• 10K: Elevation TBA
• 21K: Elevation TBA

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Start Times & Cut-Offs

• 21K — Start: TBA · Cut-off: TBA
• 10K — Start: TBA · Cut-off: TBA
• 5K — Start: TBA · Cut-off: TBA

Intermediate cut-off (21K): TBA

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The Totem Lore (2026)

Leg 1 — Ground (Light Khaki) — The Dog.
Steady. Loyal. Built for the long work before the glory.

Leg 2 — Dawn (Lilac) — The Centipede.
Patient power. Many steps, one direction.

Leg 3 — Summit Light (Apricot) — The Serpent Eagle.
Clarity at altitude. The final ascent, the final light.

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What You Get

• Official race bib
• Race-day support on designated points along the course (marshals + stationed medics)
• Hydration / aid stations (as indicated on race briefing)
• Finisher Totem segment (for official finishers of the course)
• Event shirt (while supplies are guaranteed within the registration timeline below)
• Official results published on the Ahon website after race day

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Age Groups (for ranking/results) — 21K only

• 29 & below
• 30–39
• 40–49
• 50 & up

Age group is based on age on race day (April 19, 2026).

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Registration Rates

Category	Early Bird	Standard	Last Call
5K	₱1,790	₱1,890	₱2,140
10K	₱2,190	₱2,390	₱2,640
21K	₱2,690	₱2,890	₱3,140

Important: Last Call registration includes shipping of the event shirt and official Totem segment after race day.

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Registration Tiers

Early Bird (EB): March 3 - 15, 2026

• Limited slots per distance: 75 each

Standard: March 16 - April 5, 2026

• Event shirt + official Totem segment are guaranteed until April 5, 2026
• Group registrations: TBA (minimum 5 runners, mixed distances allowed)

Last Call (LC): April 6 - 15, 2026 (only if slots are still available)

• Important: LC registrants receive their event shirt + Totem segment after race day (shipped approx. 2 weeks after the event).
• LC includes a shipping fee.

Important: If the participant limit is reached at any point, registration will close immediately.

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Trilogy Reward

Earn your way to the final climb. Sign up for Leg 1 + Leg 2 with the same email, and you get ₱500 OFF Leg 3.
Reward code will be sent after your Leg 2 registration is confirmed. One-time use.

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Race Kit Claiming

• Race kit schedule: on-site schedule TBA

1. Every participant is required to sign a Waiver & Release of Liability prior to the race.
2. Please present a valid ID upon claiming.
3. Mandatory gear check will be enforced.
4. Participants 17 years old and below must present a consent + waiver form signed by a parent/guardian.

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Mandatory Gear

• Torch/headlamp (required for 21K; recommended for all)
• Hydration (at least 1L capacity)
• Trail food
• Fully charged cellphone with load
• Basic first aid kit (at minimum: cleansing pad or betadine, gauze pad, adhesive tape)
• Medicine kit (at minimum: antihistamine, anti-acid, paracetamol, personal meds)
• Whistle
• Collapsible cup

Recommended Gear

• Trail running shoes
• Headwear / cap
• Trekking/hiking poles

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During the Event

1. No bib number changes or substitutions allowed.
2. Mandatory gear must be carried for the entire race.
3. Bib numbers must be visible at all times.
4. Carry essential snacks and hydration to sustain yourself between aid stations.
5. Present bib numbers to marshals at checkpoints for recording.
6. Cut-off times are strictly enforced; no exceptions.
7. Notify the race director or nearest marshal before declaring DNF.
8. DNF participants are responsible for their own transportation expenses.

Outside support: No outside crew, pacers, or vehicle support allowed on course. Support is only available at official aid stations and designated race checkpoints. Unauthorized support may result in disqualification.

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Grounds for Disqualification

1. Loss or alteration of official bib number.
2. Failure to carry mandatory gear(s).
3. Cheating, shortcutting, or tampering with course markings.
4. Participation by unregistered runners or unauthorized pacers.
5. Penalty may be applied for missing mandatory items; failure to present more than two mandatory items may result in disqualification.

The race director/organizer reserves the right to modify rules and/or the race route at any time, including during the event, to ensure participant safety and welfare.

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Weather, Cancellation, Refunds

This event is race-or-shine. Cancellation/postponement notices will be issued 48 hours prior only if uncontrollable factors (e.g., severe weather or safety risks) require it.

• Registration is non-refundable.
• Transferring registrations is not allowed.
• We use registration funds to pay for the items and services needed to host the event. Refunds will not be provided unless the event is cancelled for reasons within our control. Examples of factors not within our control include (but are not limited to): dangerous weather, natural disasters, pandemics, acts of terrorism, local emergencies, government mandates, and any situation creating a threat to safety of participants, volunteers, staff, or bystanders.

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Accommodation

There are no official/partner accommodations yet. If you prefer to stay overnight, we suggest searching for accommodations near San Mateo, Rizal or nearby areas. More info to be posted if/when an official list becomes available.

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Questions?

Message Ahon on Facebook/Instagram or email us via the contact page on the website. We’ll see you on the trail.