2025臺灣KOM太平洋經典賽(2025 Taiwan KOM PACIFIC CLASSIC)

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2025 Taiwan KOM Pacific Classic

Unlike previous years, the KOM this year links the stunning Pacific coastline of Hualien and Taitung, then crosses the Niu Shan ridges and the Yuchang Highway over the Coastal Mountain Range before looping back to Hualien. With two climbs over Niu Shan and the Yuchang Highway, riders will face a total elevation gain of 2300 meters across 203 kilometers. This route, comparable to the level of a European one-day classic, combined with Taiwan’s unique natural scenery, is sure to appeal to international cycling enthusiasts eager to experience a different flavor of cycling events in Taiwan. The classic Taiwan KOM route from Hualien’s Taroko Gorge to Wuling will return once the forests have recovered. At that time, we will once again continue the legendary allure of the 0–3275 journey.

Guiding Organizations: Ministry of Transportation and Communications, R.O.C, Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, R.O.C, Hualien County Government, Nantou County Government

Organizer: Taiwan Cyclist Federation

Co-organizer: Hualien County Atheletics Federation, Hualien Fullon Hotel, Hualien Farglory Ocean Park

Event Date: October 27^th, 2025 (FRI,)

Start Line: Hualien Farglory Ocean Park

Route: Hualien Farglory Ocean Park → Province Hwy. 11 → Niu Shan → Province Hwy. 11 → Yuchang Highway → Turnaround Point at Yuchang Bridge → Province Hwy. 11 → Hualien Yanliao. (Total Length: 203 km)

Route Map

Route Profile

Event Date: October 27th, 2025 (Mon.)

Schedule:

October 26th (Sun.)

13:00 Registration at Hualien Fullon Hotel

14:00 Welcome Reception, Featured Rider Interviews, and Pre-Race Briefing.

October 27th (Mon.)

05:20 Participants begin gathering at Hualien Farglory Ocean Park

05:40 Opening Ceremony and Safety Instructions

06:00 Gun Start

11:30 1. First participant expected to reach the finish line at Yanliao, Nantou.

2. The finisher medal will be awarded

3. Timing chips return and deposit refund

4. Collect Lunch

12:30 Award Ceremonny

13:00 Finish Line Closure

Participation Requirements: Participants aged 19 or older with a passion for long-distance cycling events.

Racing Groups:

Open Category (Drop-bar Road Bikes ONLY)

Ø M19-23: Men aged between 19-23, born 2002-2006

Ø M24-35: Men aged between 24-35, born 1990-2001

Ø Master: Men aged above 36, born 1989 or earlier

Ø Women: Women aged 19 or above, born 2006 or earlier

Citizen Category (Drop-bar Road Bikes ONLY)

Ø M19-29: Men aged between 19-29, born 1996-2006

Ø M30-39: Men aged between 30-39, born 1986-1995

Ø M40-49: Men aged between 40-49, born 1976-1985

Ø M50: Men aged above 50, born 1975 or earlier

Ø Women: Women aged 19 or above, born 2006 or earlier

E-bike Category (Bike in Electric-assisted bicycles – Open to all genders and ages.)
Spectator Group: Open to individuals interested in watching the race, as well as family and friends accompanying participants.

Registration Fee:

Item/Category	Open Category	Citizen Category	E-BIKE Category	Spectator Group
Registration Fee (NTD)	$3,000	$2,500	2,500	2,000
紀念衫	V	V	V	V
DOSUN Bike Light	V	V	V
Race Number (plate + bib + sticker)	V	V	V
Timing Chip	V	V	V
Finisher Medal	V	V	V
Electronic Certificate	V	V	V	V
Depot and Lunch	V	V	V	V
Shuttle Bus & Pass (Spectator)				V
Insurance	V	V	V	V
Notes: A refundable deposit of NT$500 is required for the timing chip at registration. The deposit will be refunded upon returning the chip at the finish line. In case of loss, a compensation fee of NT$500 will be charged.

Registration Method: Please visit www.cyclist.org.tw for registration. Registration is open from now until September 30^th.

Booking Service: Booking services for accommodations, return shuttle buses, and additional KOM x P.M. jersey purchases are available during registration.

Rewards:

Prize:

Overall Rankings: The top six male and female finishers will receive prize and trophies.
King/Queen of the Mountain: Three scoring points will be set at Niu Mountain and Yuchang. Points will be awarded to the top four riders at each checkpoint: 1st place – 8 pts, 2nd place – 6 pts, 3rd place – 4 pts, 4th place – 2 pt. The male and female riders with the highest total points will be awarded the KOM/QOM title, prize, and trophies.
King/Queen of Sprint: Three sprint points will be set at the Tropic of Cancer and Changbin. Points will be awarded to the top four riders at each checkpoint: 1st place – 5 pts, 2nd place – 3 pts, 3rd place – 2 pts, 4th place – 1 pt. The male and female riders with the highest total points will be awarded the King/Queen of Sprint title, prize, and trophies.
Age/Category Rankings: The top six finishers in each category will receive trophies.
Team Rankings: The top six teams will receive trophies. Team results will be calculated by summing the finishing times of the best five riders from each team.
Prize for Open Group:

Item/Ranking	1st	2nd	3rd	4th	5th	6th
Overall Men’s Ranking	30,000	25,000	20,000	15,000	12,000	10,000
Overall Women’s Ranking	30,000	25,000	20,000	15,000	12,000	10,000
KOM/QOM	30,000
King/Queen of Sprint	30,000
Team Rankings	10,000	9,000	8,000	7,000	6,000	5,000

NOTE: According to tax regulations, prize money of NT$20,000 or more is subject to tax withholding: 10% for Taiwanese nationals and 20% for foreign nationals. Taxes will be borne by the recipients and deducted at the time of prize money remittance after the event.

Trophies will be awarded to the top six finishers in each category of the Citizen Group.
All participants who complete the course within the designated time will receive a finisher medal and an electronic certificate of completion.

Appeals:

An appeal must be officially submitted in writing by the team leader or coach to the Event Jury Committee within 30 minutes after the race. A deposit of NT$3,000 must be paid at the time of submission. The decision made by the Jury Committee shall be final. If the appeal is rejected, the deposit will not be refunded.
If an appeal is not submitted through the proper procedure and causes disruption to the race, the panel of judges will take appropriate disciplinary action to ensure the competition proceeds smoothly.

Insurance:

Participants with any pre-existing medical conditions must carefully evaluate their own safety and should not participate if there is any risk. If the coverage provided by the event insurance is considered insufficient, participants are advised to purchase additional personal insurance coverage.
This event has purchased "Public Liability Insurance" in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of the Interior. This insurance only covers accidents caused by the event organizer’s liability. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions must evaluate their own safety and should not participate if there is any risk. If the coverage provided by this insurance is considered insufficient, participants are advised to purchase additional personal insurance coverage. The maximum compensation provided by the event insurance is limited to the coverage amount stated in the policy. The organizer will not provide compensation exceeding the insured amount. Participants who disagree with the scope, items, or amount of the insurance coverage should not participate. It is strongly recommended that cyclists purchase additional personal race insurance.
Accidents such as falls or collisions may occur during the challenge. The organizer bears no responsibility beyond the coverage of the event insurance policy.

Please Note:

Riders register this event of their own will and fully acknowledge and agree with all event regulations and notices.
By registering for this event, participants are deemed to have reviewed the event brochure and participation guidelines provided by the organizer, understood the relevant reminders and precautions, and raised no objections.
Please participate in the cycling challenge according to your physical fitness and health condition. If you feel unwell, move to a safe location at the roadside to rest. Do not exceed your physical limits.
The race referee reserve the right to suspend or terminate participation for any rider who is significantly behind or in a potentially unsafe situation, based on physical condition or road safety concerns. Participants may not object to these decisions.
Only standard road bikes with drop handlebars and a complete braking system are allowed. Standard cycling apparel is required, and participants must wear an approved cycling helmet correctly throughout the event.
Water bottles must be specific for cycling use. Please ensure the bottle cage is properly adjusted to securely hold the bottle.
Before the event, please thoroughly check your bicycle’s components and maintain optimal tire pressure.
During the event, spare wheelsets will only be provided for leading riders. Other participants experiencing mechanical issues should rely on their team vehicles for assistance.
Each team vehicle must carry a radio to receive official event information during the race. Except for serious matters, please avoid occupying the event’s radio channel. The race radio frequency is 145.970 MHz.
Traffic control is only provided for the lead group during the event. Participants must strictly follow traffic rules, ride on the right-hand side in the direction of traffic, and avoid riding against traffic.
Please carry your National Health Insurance card or passport at all times. In case of injury, please seek medical treatment on the same day and obtain a medical certificate and receipts to facilitate insurance claims.
The cycling challenge and event have a certain level of difficulty. Participants should be aware of their health condition and carefully consider the potential risks. Those with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, heart disease, diabetes, epilepsy, asthma, or other medical conditions unsuitable for strenuous exercise are prohibited from participating. Participants must self-assess their condition. If they choose to participate despite symptoms, the organizer assumes no liability for any resulting incidents.
Team support vehicles must depart before 5:30 a.m. to provide fixed-point aid. Mobile feeding is prohibited. After providing aid, team vehicles must follow behind the lead referee car. The team vehicle is fully responsible for any accidents caused by violating this rule.
If a team vehicle is involved in a traffic accident with other persons or vehicles during the event, the police will be notified, and the incident will be handled as a regular traffic accident. The organizer is not responsible for such incidents.
Upon arriving at the finish line, participants will receive a finisher medal, lunch, and return their timing chip for a deposit refund.
Participants certify that all personal information provided is accurate. Any consequences arising from incorrect information shall be borne solely by the registrant.
In the event of force majeure, such as natural disasters or unforeseen circumstances, the organizer reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or change to alternative routes or methods based on safety considerations. Participants agree that the organizer may handle the situation in the manner most favorable to the participants.
The organizer reserves the right to broadcast, display, publish, and upload videos, photos, and results related to this event worldwide. Participants agree that their image, results, and media coverage may be used for promotional purposes related to the event.
Participants are encouraged to demonstrate environmental stewardship by respecting the mountains and waters and refraining from littering.
The organizer reserves the right to amend or revise these regulations at any time. Any changes will be announced accordingly.

Updates regarding the event will be posted on the Taiwan Cyclist Federation Website and the KOM Website. Participants are advised to regularly check these sources for the latest information.

Contact Information:

Taiwan Cyclist Federation

TEL: +886 (02) 8919-3595

Official Line ID: @730qmryb

Website: www.cyclist.org.tw

Email: [email protected]

(See Event Souvenirs Below)

KOM x Pedal Mafia Commemorative Jersey — Price: NT$4,500