Q&A

Registration & Fees

QWhat do I get for the $200 fee?

A single payment allows participation in all 2025 series challenges.

QCan I apply for a refund?

Registration fees are non-refundable. You are stronger than you think—complete a challenge in 2025!

Challenge Rules

QDo I have to follow the official route?

You must complete the official route. You can choose the direction (clockwise or counter-clockwise), or any starting point. Please refer to route pages for guidance.

QCan the distance/elevation be less than official data?

An error within 5% is acceptable. e.g., for the 'Twelve Palaces' route (253KM, 4366M), anything above 240KM and 4147M is accepted.

Redeem Certification

QHow long does verification take?

After clicking 'Redeem', verification takes about 5 working days. You will receive an email upon completion.

QCan I make multiple certificates?

Routes can be challenged repeatedly to create brand new certificates.

Point Mechanics

QHow do I earn points?

Points are earned by completing routes or tasks. Route points are based on difficulty; specific tasks give extra points.

QWhat are task points?

They are listed on the Task Points page. New tasks are added periodically. This mechanic unlocks in the next phase!

QHow often are rankings updated?

Personal historical points accumulate continuously and sync to rankings. Rankings update every Monday at 12:00 PM.

QWhat can points be redeemed for? When?

Redeem for exclusive souvenirs, partner products/discounts, or event entries. Mechanism unlocks once total registrations reach a certain standard. (Historical points are not consumed by redemption)

QHow is weekly ranking calculated?

Weekly definition: Mon 00:00 am ~ Sun 23:59 pm. Based on activity recording time. Activities must be uploaded by Sun 23:59 pm to count.

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