Rider Agreement - Nordic Chase 2026

Effective date: September 28th, 2025
Last updated: December 11th, 2025

1. Introduction

The Nordic Chase 2026 is a long-distance, self-supported endurance cycling event organized by Nordic Chase (“the Organizer”).

This Rider Agreement (“the Agreement”) defines the terms and conditions under which an individual (“the Participant”) is permitted to take part in the Event.

By registering for and participating in the Nordic Chase, the Participant confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement.

2. Acceptance of Terms

Participation in the Event is conditional upon full acceptance of this Agreement.

By completing registration, submitting payment, or attending the Event, the Participant acknowledges and agrees that:

  • The Participant is at least 18 years of age on the date of the Event.

  • The Participant understands that the Nordic Chase is a self-supported ultra cycling event, and that the Organizer does not provide mechanical, medical, or logistical support.

  • The Participant is physically and mentally fit to undertake the demands of a long-distance endurance event.

  • The Participant agrees to comply with this Agreement and with the official Race Rules & FAQ, published separately on the Nordic Chase website and incorporated by reference into this Agreement.

Failure to comply with this Agreement or the Race Rules may result in disqualification or removal from the Event at the Organizer’s discretion.

3. Event Participation

The Participant acknowledges that the Nordic Chase 2026 is a self-supported ultra distance cycling event requiring significant preparation, fitness, and self-reliance.

The Participant agrees to:

  • Participate entirely at their own risk.

  • Comply with all traffic laws, local regulations, and environmental protection rules.

  • Be physically present for accreditation on the official check-in day prior to the start of the Event.

  • Accept that the Organizer may alter, postpone, or cancel the Event if conditions pose a safety or operational risk.

  • Accept that the Organizer retains full discretion to impose penalties, time adjustments, or disqualifications for rule violations or unsafe conduct.

Detailed sporting rules, self-support principles, conduct requirements, and penalty structures are defined exclusively in the Race Rules & FAQ, available on the Nordic Chase website.

4. Tracker Terms

Tracking devices are supplied by Follow My Challenge (FMC). Once a tracker is handed to the Participant at the start of the Event, the Participant assumes full responsibility for the device.

  • A refundable deposit of €150 is required per tracker.

  • The deposit represents the retail value of the device and will be retained in the event of loss, damage, or late return.

  • The tracker must be returned to the Organizer no later than one week after the Participant finishes or withdraws (“scratches”) from the Event.

  • If the tracker is lost, damaged beyond repair, or not returned within the deadline, the €150 deposit will be withheld on behalf of Follow My Challenge.

The Participant is responsible for understanding how the tracking system operates and for ensuring that the tracker remains charged, functional, and securely attached for the duration of the Event.

5. Insurance & Liability

The Organizer does not provide insurance, medical assistance, emergency rescue, or marshaling services.

By registering, the Participant confirms and agrees that:

  • The Participant holds valid liability, accident, health, and repatriation insurance for the full duration of the Event.

  • The Participant is fully responsible for their own safety

  • The Participant understands the physical and mental demands of ultra-distance cycling and accepts the inherent risks associated with the participation.

  • The Organizer, its sponsors, partners, and volunteers shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from participation in the Event.

6. Liability Waiver

By entering Nordic Chase 2026, the Participant acknowledges to fully understand the risks involved associated with participation in the Event.

The participant, on behalf of themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, and legal representatives, hereby fully releases, waives, and holds harmless the organizers, volunteers, sponsors, other participants, and all affiliated parties from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses of any kind arising out of or in connection with the participant’s involvement in the event, including, without limitation, any injury, property damage, or other harm.

7. Media Release & Consent

By registering for the Nordic Chase 2026, the Participant grants the Organizer the right to capture and use photographs, video footage, and other visual materials featuring the Participant during the Event for promotional and marketing purposes. Go Nordic Cruise Line is granted the same rights exclusively for the Copenhagen–Oslo edition.

Such materials may be used on websites, social media, printed materials, and other official communications.

The Participant may withdraw consent at any time by contacting info@nordicchase.com. Withdrawal applies to future use only and does not affect materials already published prior to the request.

8. Ticket Policy & Force Majeure

Refund and Transfer Policy

  • All tickets purchased for participation in the Nordic Chase 2026 are strictly non‑refundable. This non‑refundability also applies to any ticket upgrades. The event requires substantial advance planning and the upfront procurement of event materials, including GPS trackers, which cannot be cancelled or recovered.

  • Tickets for the Nordic Chase 2026 may be transferred to another eligible rider, but transfers to any other edition of the Nordic Chase are not permitted. It is the participant’s sole responsibility to identify and secure a replacement rider.

  • To request a transfer, the original ticket holder must notify the Nordic Chase organizers in writing (email: info@nordicchase.com) no later than 30 days prior to the race start date. This deadline is required to ensure sufficient time to update participant information and reassign GPS tracker details.

  • Transfer requests submitted after this 30‑day deadline cannot be accommodated.

Force Majeure

The Organizer reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the Event in the case of force majeure, including but not limited to:

  • Extreme weather conditions

  • Natural disasters

  • Public health emergencies or pandemics

  • Political unrest

  • Any other circumstances beyond the Organizer’s reasonable control

In such circumstances, the Organizer will make reasonable efforts to reschedule or adjust the Event. However, the Organizer shall not be obligated to offer refunds or compensation for travel, accommodation, or any related expenses.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on the Nordic Chase website, including logos, event names, route designs, images, and text, is the property of the Organizer or used with permission.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or use this material for commercial purposes without written consent.

10. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Denmark.

Any disputes arising from or relating to participation in the Nordic Chase 2026 shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Danish courts.

11. Updates to These Terms

The Organizer may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this webpage, and the date of the last update will be indicated above. Continued participation after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

10. Contact

For all inquiries related to this Agreement or the Event, the Participant may contact the Organizer at: info@nordicchase.com

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