1. AIM. The aim of the Competition is for a team of 3 to complete the course of approximately 50 miles in less than 24 hours, or the 30-mile junior course in 15 hours, adhering to these rules. Walking is defined as "completing the route on foot". By signing the entry form all competitors agree to accept the rules governing the competition.

2. AGE LIMITS. A team shall consist of only 3 members, each of whom must be over 15 years on the day of the event, or 14 years for the junior hike.

3. TEAM LEADER. A team leader must be named on the entry form and be responsible for the team

4. CLASSES:
(A) A senior team whose total age does not exceed 54 years on the day of the walk.
(B) A senior team whose total age exceeds 54 years but is under 120 years on the day of the walk.
(C) A senior team whose total age is over 120 years on the day of the walk.

(D) Junior -- a team made up of members aged 14 to 17 inclusive

Novice. A team made up of members, none of whom has entered the Tour de Trigs before.

5. PARENTAL CONSENT. Any walker under 18 years must have the signature of a parent or guardian on the entry form. Scout, Guide, Youth or School teams also need a leader’s/teacher’s signature.

6. PERSONAL INSURANCE. All competitors who are not members of the Scout and Guide movement must be adequately insured against personal injury and liability for the duration of the competition.

7. REGISTRATION. All competitors must register at Hike Control at least 90 minutes before their start time. Late arrival may be penalised. Each team will be required to complete a medical questionnaire.

8. TALLIES. Each walker will be issued with a tally at registration. Walkers must make sure these tallies are punched at Kit Check, Start, all Checkpoints and the Finish. Incorrect, incomplete, or lost tallies may likely to result in disqualification.

9. TEAM KIT. Each team must carry at ALL times: -
a: O.S. map 151 (1.50,000) 2nd series, in waterproof plastic bag/case or laminated.
b: Compass (Silva type).
c: Adult sleeping bag.
d: Survival bag, (not blanket) 2m x 0.5m.
e: Watch

10. PERSONAL KIT.
All walkers must wear: -
a: strong walking BOOTS in good condition with cleated sole and ankle support. To complete this hike, we strongly recommend leather boots.
b: Walking trousers, close woven, warm and windproof (NO JEANS, THIN RUNNING PANTS, LEGGINGS, ETC.).
c: Reflective arm bands worn on arms, to be visible at all times.

All walkers must carry at ALL times: -
d: A standard torch with a minimum lens diameter of 40mm, spare batteries and bulb; or LED torch with minimum of four diodes and lens diameter of at least 25mm.
e: Food. E.g. digestive biscuits, fruit cake, chocolate, sandwiches.
f:: Whistle
g: Hat and gloves
h: Plastic mug
i: Fully waterproof jacket and trousers
j: Spare sweater and socks.
k: First Aid kit to include a 10cm x 4m crepe bandage, blister plasters and safety pins.

11. KIT CHECK. All teams must present their kit at Kit Check when called, at least one hour before their start time. In the interests of safety, walkers failing to comply with rules 8, 9 and 10 will NOT be allowed to start. Spot checks will be carried out en route. Once through Kit Check teams must proceed to the plotting room.

12. START TIME. Teams must leave the plotting room at their allotted start time.

13. TIME LIMITS. You will be retired if you fail to reach the checkpoints named on the route sheet within the specified times.

14. AD HOC TEAMS. An Ad hoc team can be formed should a walker drop out during the walk and shall consist of not less than three, or more than five members. ADHOC teams can only be arranged by staff members of the hike. A leader must be appointed and all equipment in Rules 8 and 9 must be carried. Ad hoc members are not eligible for any trophies. A complete team may refuse to take on extra members, but if they accept, they will still be eligible to win a trophy. Junior and senior team members may ad hoc together, but junior members under the age of 15 cannot proceed beyond the 30-mile finish.

15. RETIRING. Except in an emergency, you may only retire at a roadside checkpoint. You must return to Hike Control in official transport and check in at the finish before departing school grounds. Everyone must be accounted for at the end of the hike.

16. EMERGENCIES. Never leave an injured walker alone. Ensure that the casualty is warm and comfortable, and signal 6 whistle blasts or torch flashes, and seek assistance. The emergency phone number is on the tally. Time allowance will be given to teams assisting in an emergency.

17. TIME PENALTIES. Teams or individuals will incur time penalties, or disqualification, if:
a: The rules of the road are not obeyed.
b: The Country Code is not obeyed
c: Members of the team are more than 15 metres apart
d: The designated route is not adhered to
e: The team's or an individual's behaviour is deemed by a marshal to be irresponsible and not in keeping with the spirit of the competition.

18. SUPPORTERS. Some checkpoints are in isolated and awkward positions. After the last team has left HQ, supporters will be notified by Hike Control of points at which they can see the teams. However no equipment substitution or relieving competitors of any item of kit is allowed, neither is any kind of physical help, pacemaking or supply of food. Breach of these rules, or cases of supporters making a nuisance of themselves, may lead to time penalties or disqualification for the competitor or team.

19. MOBILE PHONES. These may be carried for emergency use only - not to obtain an unfair advantage.

20. SATELLITE NAVIGATION. GPS equipment must not be carried on the hike

21. HIKE CONTROLLER. In the event of a dispute, the decision of the Hike Controller or his nominee shall be final.

Enquires on the rules can be sent by email to Rules Enquiry