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FAQ
In the past ten seasons, we’ve had all kinds of questions from our devilslayers. Read the answers below; we may have covered it!
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THE RULE BOOKTHE PROCESS So, you’ve bought the ticket and have received a confirmation mail. Now what? Roughly 15 days before your event, we will send you e-mails on your registered e-mail id about the BIB Collection Dates. Check your spam—our mails may land up there. Follow our Facebook page, follow our Instagram, and connect with your friends to stay updated about the dates. On the day of the BIB distribution, arrive at the centre with necessary documents (mentioned below) and collect your Goodie Bag. Now you’re set! We’ll see you next at the race! T-SHIRT SIZE The branded T-Shirts given to participants are exclusively made for the current season. During your registration, you will be asked to enter your T-Shirt size. Please enter your standard T-Shirt size which will be booked for you. Do note that whilst its our endeavour to always give you the requested size, sometimes we may not be able to and will give you the next best available option. WAVES During registration, you will be asked to choose a time at which you want to start the race. Your timing will decide the WAVE you’re in. Each wave consists of 200-500 participants who will run with you. Participants are required to arrive at the event venue at least 45 minutes before the race for a seamless experience. BIB COLLECTION BIB Collection is one of the most sacred places on your DC journey and the rules here are absolute. On the day of the BIB distribution, each participant is required to arrive at the BIB Distribution centre during the hours mentioned. Here, you are required to bring all the necessary documents (mentioned below) to avail your goodie bag! DOCUMENTS TO CARRY FOR BIB COLLECTION A photocopy of a government-approved photo id that contains your name, photo, date of birth, and signature. If you’re collecting for a friend or sending a friend to collect your Goodie Bag, a CONSENT LETTER with the participant’s signature has to be sent along with the above documents. Please note that you will only be able to collect your Bib when you’ve agreed to our Terms and Conditions to complete the registration process. This must be done individually by all participants, even if they’re part of a group booking. GOODIE BAG Each Goodie bag consists of your complimentary T-Shirt, your unique BIB number, a wristband (mandatory to wear), a headwrap, and exclusive Devils Circuit merchandise. Each unique BIB and the wristband are irreplaceable and the loss or destruction of it will lead to disqualification for participation. COMMUNICATION We send out communication about the BIB Collection, General Rules, and the Event Location, multiple times between registration and participation. We do this through your registered E-Mail id and phone number. Please make sure the email ID and the phone number provided are the ones that you regularly use.
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WHAT YOU GETEARLY BIRD PRICING Decided to register now? We will reward you, our early bird pricing ensures you get that all-important saving, by booking your spot 60 days and 30 days in advance of the race. For large groups of 25 and above (friends, family, and social) click HERE Represent a company? Wanna bring your colleagues? Excellent, CLICK HERE to find out why more and more corporate organizations are gravitating to the Maruti Suzuki Devils Circuit experience. CO-BRANDED PUMA T-SHIRT Our runners show their solidarity with other runners on the track in various ways. One of the ways is by wearing the complimentary Devils Circuit branded T-Shirt that we provide you after registration. This year the super cool folks at Puma have designed a special edition Devils Circuit T-shirt that celebrates our 10th anniversary! It's yours for life and you can wear it with pride wherever you go! HEADWRAP We love our runners and appreciate the time and effort your put into coming out for our event on the weekend. We gift each DevilSlayer a complimentary headwrap/bandana after registration. The headwraps not only make you look awesome, they can actually be an ice breaker depending on how you wear them! RUNNING BIB Each participant gets a unique running BIB number that you attach to your T-shirt with safety pins on the day of the race. This BIB is the most important evidence that you booked with us and participants arriving at the venue without it are not allowed to take part in the race. The Competitive Category participants will have a chip integrated with their BIB. FINISHER'S MEDAL The biggest validation for any runner is a prize that reminds you of your journey on the five-kilometre track. At the Finish Line, each participant across categories are given a Finisher’s Medal to take home! ENERGY DRINK The party has only begun at the Finish Line. As soon as you cross the last obstacle and exit the racing track, you also get a complimentary energy drink to re-energise with. PHOTOGRAPHS We want you to be able to share your DC journey with everyone! Therefore, we have over 30 photographers on the track, stationed at each obstacle to capture your special moments. A few days after the event, we release these photographs on our website. You can simply enter your BIB number and download your photographs. Another reason to make sure that Bib is securely attached to your t-shirt and visible in every shot! E-CERTIFICATE We want to make sure that our Competitive Category participants can use their Finishing Time as a benchmark for the next season. Post the event, we send e-certificates to your registered e-mail ids. SPECTATOR PASS Each participant is allowed a spectator at the event. Don’t forget to get your friend/family to cheer you on! When you reach the venue on event day, take him/her to the Spectator Registration Counter and get their wristband for entry.
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EVENT DAY NITTY GRITTIESTHE BAGGAGE COUNTER We have a baggage counter at the venue that will accept one bag against each BIB number. Although bags are safely kept by our able team, we do not take any responsibility for the loss of your belongings. We strongly suggest that our participants NOT bring any valuables to the event. We do not accept loose car keys, jewellery, wallets or other smaller items at the counter. Should you have to come to the venue with any of those, please put it in a bag and submit it at our counter. WHAT TO WEAR No problem if this is your first sports event ever! We want you to be well-prepared for the race and for this, here are the simple things you can follow! Wear track pants (short or long) that are water resistant and the DC T-Shirt Wear only sports/running shoes. Participants wearing slippers, ballerinas, or toe-ed shoes will not be allowed to run. Do not wear loose-fitted garments, sunglasses, jewellery (however tight-fitted they are). Please note: Our team can not take any responsibility for the loss of valuables on the track. Whatever you lose, stays in the mud 😊 WHAT NOT TO CARRY Do not carry mobile phones, car keys, or wallets on the track. Our team cannot take the responsibility for the loss of these valuables at the circuit.
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Can I participate in multiple cities?Yes you can, simply buy the tickets for the cities you wish to participate in.
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What should I wear to the Devils Circuit?We urge you to wear the super cool Puma t-shirt provided by us! Please also note that we strongly recommend you to not wear any jewellery, accessories or carry any expensive items like watches, wallets, and mobile phones on the track. We will not be liable for any loss you may suffer during the event.
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How do I get my timing certificate?The timing certificates are available only to the participants in the competitive category. These shall be emailed to you at the email ID provided at the time of registration, a week post the event.
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What is Devils Circuit?Maruti Suzuki Devils Circuit, arguably India’s most-awaited annual event, is India’s answer to the regular-shmegular fitness events in Asia. Held in six cities between September and March, it draws health enthusiasts from a wide age and fitness spectrums who come and test their physical and mental strength on our five-kilometre race track. But hold on! This is not a mini-marathon where you run on a flat stretch of land; on our track are 15 thrilling and fun obstacles of varying difficulty levels that require you to ‘Reach for the Sky’, ‘Reach Across’ barriers, crawl under barbed wires, and jump in a pool filled with tonnes of ice cubes. Think, old-school hurdle races, and multiply that by 100. That’s the experience you’re looking at.
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How do I register a team?In order to register as a team, please select ‘Create Team’ on your city’s Event page and follow the process.
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What sort of obstacles will I face at a Devils Circuit?You will face a mixed bag of easy to difficult obstacles, some of which will involve mud and water. Please visit HERE for more information.
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Can my registration be transferred or cancelled?Registrations cannot be cancelled. However, you may transfer your booking to someone else up until four days before the BIB Distribution. Once you’ve collected your BIB, you may not transfer it. Doing so will disqualify whoever is running on your BIB number.
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What is an obstacle race?As the name suggests, an obstacle race is a race where you not only run a race but also have to overcome military style obstacles spread through the racetrack. At the Devils Circuit, the course is 5 kms long and it is interspersed with 15 military style obstacles. You can choose to attempt some or all, depending on your comfort level.
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How do I collect my BIB number and goodie bag?Our BIB distribution drives usually take place on the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday prior to the Devils Circuit edition. The information regarding date of the BIB Distribution will reach you on your email id as soon as you have completed your registration. The venue and the timing are sent to you a week before the event, on the same email id. Additionally, you will be sent an upload link where you will need to upload your covid vaccination certificate and ID proof. You will also be requested to digitally sign the Waiver. Once this is successfully submitted, you will receive a unique QR code. You will need to show this QR code to collect your running bib and goody bag at the Bib Collection Centre
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What is a Wave?Unlike a traditional running event, participants don’t all run together, but rather run in groups that start at various intervals. These groups are called “Waves” and start at particular times of the day, much like a film show. Same event but different start times.
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Are spectators allowed on the course?Spectators are strictly barred from entering the race track. There is ample space near the bunting to stand and cheer for the participant.
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Is there a difference in group booking versus individual booking?As part of the group booking, you get to select the wave time for everyone on the group. As an individual you make the choice only for yourself. The experience of the race is exactly the same.
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How do I choose my participation category?Choose your participation category based on your objective. If you want to compete only with yourself, make wonderful memories, get a day filled with thrill and adventure, then join the non- competitive category. If however, you are competitive and want to test how many obstacles you can do in the shortest time period, competitive category is for you. Both these categories require you to sign up for any city edition. If however you are also convinced you can give everyone a run for their money and be the top guy at the course then join the Legends Cup where you will need to enroll in at least 6 cities through the season.
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Where can I train for the DC ?You can connect with the race captains in your city and find out where they are hosting training sessions. Click here to find them.
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Who is a race captain ?A race captain is a city ambassador for the Devils Circuit who will help participants train, and answer any queries you might have pertaining to the event preparation.
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Which category should I book?Book the Legends Cup if you wish to run in all cities and compete for the grand prize of a Maruti Suzuki Swift. Book the Competitive ticket if you wish to compete with Devil Slayers in your city and test your fitness level and stamina. Book non-competitive if you’re coming to have fun.
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Will drinking water be available?Yes, complimentary drinking water will be available at multiple points across the course and at the Village. We recommend you stay hydrated throughout your run.
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Who is it for?It is for everyone! It doesn’t matter if it’s your first sports event ever! Come with your friends, family, or colleagues. Bring your old folks, your lazy acquaintances, and your super-fit gym buddies.
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Can I get the BIB couriered?We have no courier service option this season.
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Can I join Legends Cup mid season?Yes you can as long as at least 6 races are left. To be a Legends Cup participant, you must race in at least 6 events through the season. Which means that for the current season, the latest you can join is before the Goa edition.
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Who is my city race captain ?You can search for your city race captain here
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How do I access my event day photographs?The event day photographs are uploaded right here on the website under the photos section https://www.devilscircuit.com/photos You can usually access it within 48 hours post event.
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Is parking available at the venue?Yes, ample parking is available at the circuit, but only for participants. To park, you will be required to show your BIB.
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At what time should I reach the venue?You should aim to reach the venue at least 60-90 minutes prior to the start of your race. Can my registration be transferred or cancelled? Registrations cannot be cancelled. However, you may transfer your booking to someone else up until four days before the BIB Distribution. Once you’ve collected your BIB, you may not transfer it. Doing so will disqualify whoever is running on your BIB number.
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Are spectators allowed at the venue?Yes! Each participant can bring one spectator. You must come to the venue together and get his/her Spectator band from the registration counter against your BIB number.
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How can I win the car?To win the car, you must register for the Legends Cup participation and compete in a minimum of 6 city editions. If you are at the top of the table at the end of the season in either the Men’s or the Women’s category then the car is yours!
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I searched for my photographs but couldn’t find any, what do I do now?"If you can’t find your photograph, please write to us at devilscircuit@volano.in with details of your running time, your friends bib numbers if you were running in a group and a description of what you were wearing so that we may try and identify you in our pictures. Please note, however, that although we will try our best, we do not guarantee that we will be able to find your picture if your bib number is not visible during your run.
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What should I bring to the event day?a. Your running BIB (without this you will not be allowed to run under any circumstances) b. Your wristband (without this you will not be allowed inside the venue) c. Extra clothes if you want to want to change after the race. Lots of people remain in the race clothes too! It’s up to you. d. Cash to purchase food and drinks with as no credit/debit card facility will be available
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Where can I find my start time?Once you’ve registered with your preferred wave, the confirmation e-mail will specify your wave and start time. Additionally, your start time will also be printed at the bottom right corner of your BIB.
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Can I run without a bib ?No you cannot. The bib identifies you as a valid participant at each event. The 2 items from your goody bag you must have on you when you come for the DC race, are your running bib and your participant wrist band, without which you will be denied entry on race day.
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What is included in the participation fee?Find your race HERE and click on ‘More Info’ to know more!
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What is Legends Cup?Legends Cup is Asia’s toughest obstacle race competition. The participants here choose to comete at atleast 6 Devils Circuit editions in the season. At each edition they compete with all others in the Legends Cup and Competitive categories and aim to get the top spot. The top 10 finishers get allotted points which keep getting added with each city. The person at the end of the season with the highest number of pints on the leaderboard gets to win the Legends Cup and the car!
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Can I run DC twice on the same day?Yes you can. One ticket allows you to run once. To run again, you must have purchased a new ticket.
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What do I need to bring to the Bib Distribution Centre?You need to show your QR code at the Bib collection centre to get your goody bag and running bib
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Can someone else collect the BIB and Goodie Bag on my behalf?Yes, they can. They need to show us your QR code which you can send them by email or whatsapp.
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How is Devils Circuit different from a racing event.A racing event requires each participant to run a specific distance, for eg. 3kms, 5 kms, 10 kms, 21 kms, 42 kms are the typical race distances. All participants who have chosen the same race distance typically start together at the start line and are not required to help each other complete the race. The focus for each person is on completingtheir race in the shortest possible time. A devils circuit on the other hand requires participants to not only run the distance of 5kms , but also overcome the obstacles on the way. This requires helping each other (in non competitive category) which is where the spirit of camaraderie and team bonding comes through. Also unlike a traditional running event, participants don’t all run together, but rather run in groups that start at various intervals. These groups are called “Waves” and start at particular times of the day, much like a film show. Same event but different start times.
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I bought multiple tickets for my group, what happens next?Congratulations! You have already taken the first step towards a wonderful Sunday experience for your group! . On purchase of the ticket you would have received a confirmation mail from us, that is all you need. A few days post this we will send you an email with a link you can share with all members of your group to fill in their own details and complete the registration process. We will send you a mail asking each one of the group to upload their ID proof, and sign the digital waiver. Once this is done each participant will receive a confirmation of documents being successfully uploaded along with a unique QR code. We will then send the details of the Bib Distribution with dates and venue- here is where everyone can come to collect their t-shirt, bib, and goody bag. You can also send someone on your behalf to collect these, as long as you share your QR code with them.
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Are shower facilities available on site?No, we do not have shower facilities available. We recommend you carry a towel and newspapers especially if you are travelling by private transport, as you will leave the event muddy and wet.
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I bought a ticket for myself, what happens next?Congratulations! You have already taken the first step towards a wonderful Sunday experience. On purchase of the ticket you would have received a confirmation mail from us, that is all you need. A few days post this, we will send you a mail asking you to upload your ID proof, and sign the digital waiver. Once this is done you will receive a confirmation of documents being successfully uploaded along with a unique QR code. We will then send you details of the Bib Distribution with dates and venue- here is where you can come to collect your t-shirt, bib, and goody bag. You can also send someone on your behalf to collect these, as long as you share your QR code with them.
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Can I bring friends along?Yes you can. Each ticket purchase allows one person to accompany the runner. All spectators are required to register on the event day and sign a waiver form at the venue.
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Can I run DC with my group?Yes you can. Everyone who chooses the same “Wave” time, gets to run together. Just let your group know which wave time you are buying and get them to buy a ticket for the same Wave. Thus, you all can run together.
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