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VXCS Staff:
Josh Deel – Owner, Event Coordinator, AMA Referee, Operations Manager, Continuous Improvement Team
* Oversees and assists with all operations and notifies proper personnel of special circumstances/incidents.
* Personally schedules and oversees all items/services needed to put on events (ambulances, insurance, awards, etc.).
* Addresses rider protests
* Reviews each event and looks for improvements needed
* Communicates with all VXCS personnel for feedback and possible improvements
Sam Fitzwater – Track Supervisor/promoter/Operations Coordinator/Continuous Improvement Team
* Reviews courses prior to event
* Notifies personnel and oversees needed alterations to the courses
* Reviews each event and looks for improvements to be made
Justin Stone – AMA Referee/Promoter/Representative/Continuous Improvement Team
* Assist with soliciting existing and new sponsors
* Generates incident-based reports
* Assist with courses when needed
* Assist with rider protests
* Conducts ranking calculations
* Reviews each event for possible improvements
Dave Janney – Merchandise, Race Announcing
* Coordinates with marshals to find out pertinent information related to race such as announcements, track details, start events, etc. – relays information to registration trailer for potential Q & A’s
* Conducts riders’ meetings before each event
* Music operations during opening events – registration, events, etc.
* Handles merchandise – orders, sell, stock, promote and ensures continuous availability during events
* FINISH LINE podcast after every race
Angela Janney – Merchandise, Event Photographer
* Handles merchandise – orders, sell, stock, promote and ensures continuous availability during events
* Official race photography
Shannon Deel, Sherri Caccamo
Inside Sign-Up Personnel
* Signs participants up and assists newcomers with proper class selection
* Organizes paperwork and ensures all riders meet all requirements
* Handles and secures money
* Handles AMA Memberships including ordering supplies needed and sending membership summary to AMA within timely manner
* Handles pro payouts
MIsty Lambert – Online Registration
* Responsible for pre-registered riders
Shannon Deel and Kat Torres - Events Awards coordinator
* Events Awards coordinator:
* Organize and hand out trophies after micro, mini &; main events
* Analyzes class sizes each race and provides recommendations for amount of trophies needed
** to serve as a backup for online reg
Jennifer Wilkerson & Kayla Fain – Micro
* Track setup, Awards and scoring operations
Justin & Kat Torres – Jr Mini
* Track tear-down, Awards and scoring when needed
Jeven & Kristin Jesneck – Strider/Stacyc
* Track setup
* Coordinate sign up and awards
Alex Short– Head Marshal/AMA Referee
* Coordinates marshals
* Reviews courses prior to event
* Oversee that all marshals meet up with guidelines
* Oversee that all VXCS equipment is accounted for (staple guns, vests etc.)
Designated Marshals:
Alex Short - Head Marshall
Mike Short
Sam Fitzwater
Taylor Ezell
Richard Wilkerson
Josh Meeks
Justin Torres
VXCS Supplementary Regulations
Goals and Tasks of Track Marshals:
* You NEVER overtake a racer unless exigent circumstances exist or in-route to an incident/emergency you are needed.
* You must NOT show any favoritism or bias towards one participant over another.
* If marshaling an event that a friend or family member is participating in, you may ride behind them briefly in short increments but not in a manner that will be perceived as nepotism or that will impede on or alter the participant’s race.
* Ensure you are at the race well in advance of the start.
* You must wear high-viz clothing at all times during the race, or have vehicle visibly marked so as to let racers know you are VXCS personnel.
* Marshal vests are available at sign up trailer. Each vest is to be signed out and returned after the event is over.
* Increase safety for riders and participants.
* Enhance communication on course to provide faster response to injuries and situations requiring assistance.
* Direct riders on course.
* Discourage and report course cutting and/or inappropriate behavior, including non-racers riding on course.
* Record and report “dropped riders” (riders that are abandoning the race).
* Record and report riders that exhibit poor sportsmanship (inappropriate language, aggressive behavior, etc.).
* Provide encouragement
* Look out for and warn careless spectators (especially watch for young children.)
* Repair broken course markings
* Make track changes during race when needed as a result of track becoming impassable or causing excessive “bottlenecks”.
* Final sweep lap to ensure every rider has returned and the track is clear.
Ranking system:
Any rider who attends three or more races will have an “average overall finish” calculated. This calculation will be as follows:
The lowest scoring race will be dropped and then the remaining finishes will be averaged. Example, a rider who attended five races finished 20th, 15th, 14th ,60th, and 12th, will have the 60th place finish dropped and the remaining 20+15+14+12= 61. 61 divided by four=15.25.
This score will then be ranked by the following standard:
1-8.999 = AA/PRO
9-12.999 = Expert/Pro-Am
13-25.999= A Class
26-45 = B Class
Any rider that is advanced due to the new ranking system will be notified as well as a list put on social media platforms.
This ranking system only works in one direction. It may not be used to move down a class. Riders must follow AMA petition guidelines to move down a class.
WOMEN’S CLASSES RANKING SYSTEM
Off-Road Performance Value (ORPV)
To be considered for advancement, riders must have a minimum of five points-paying finishes within the rider’s classification. Race results that have a DNF, DNS or zero advancement points will not be used for calculating ORPV. Riders earn performance points based on their finishes at each meet according to the following:
*Example: A rider has 18 Intermediate Women classification entries. The rider earns 256 points combined in 15 of those entries and no points in the other three. To calculate the ORPV the total points earned (256) are divided by the total number of classification entries in which points were earned (15). 256 divided by 15 = ORPV of 17.06. The rider’s ORPV of 17.06 exceeds the 15-point cutoff, and they are advanced to the Pro Women classification.
Classification Advancement
1. All riders carrying an ORPV of 15 or higher at year end will be advanced to the next classification.
2. Riders between the ages of 12 and 15 on Nov. 30th riding the Intermediate Women classification shall not be forced into the Pro Women classification regardless of how many Intermediate Women races or advancement points the rider has. Riders in this age group may advance based on their own ability/competence.
3. No rider, youth or amateur, can be forced to compete in the Pro Women class until Jan. 1 following their 16th birthday. A rider’s age for advancement will be determined as OFF-ROAD 2.1 68 of Nov. 30 of the current year. Riders under 16 may advance on their own ability/competence.
4. Novice Women Classification Advancement
a. All Novice Women riders carrying an ORPV of 15 or higher at year end will be advanced to the Intermediate Women classification.
b. The following criteria are to be used when determining a rider’s eligibility for the Novice Women classification:
(1) No rider is to be classified as a Novice Women rider if that rider had an ORPV of 15 or higher the previous year in the C classification.
(2) No rider is to be classified as a Novice Women rider if that rider has ever been classified as a Pro Women rider.
(3) No rider is to be classified as a Novice Women rider if that rider is receiving or has ever received any type of OEM factory support in any classification. (Excluding OEM contingency and trackside support)
RIDER ELIGIBILITY AND CLASSIFICATION:
"A" Classes
* All riders in the top 10 overall ranking in any regional or state off-road series the previous year.
* All "B" riders are ranked to “A” by the VXCS ranking system.
* Riders that have an "A" ranking in any other off-road series. This applies to both AMA and non-AMA sanctioned events.
"B" Classes
* Riders with a "B" ranking in any other off-road series (AMA and non-AMA sanctioned events).
* "B" riders placing in the top 20 overall ranking in any regional or state off-road series the previous year.
* All "C" riders ranked to “B” by the VXCS ranking system.
Novice/"C" Classes: Novice skill level riders and riders that do not otherwise qualify as an “A” or “B” level rider.
*Youth Classes: No “A class” riders are permitted to compete in any “Youth” class. AMA Racing Rule, Section 2.1.E.1.e. Hence, Youth riders are prohibited from competing in any “A” division in any non-VXCS off-road event/series.
*Warrior Classes: Restricted to active military and veterans. Military ID Required.
*Age Divisions: For all Youth classes, age is determined by the rider’s age on January 1. However, a youth rider may voluntarily advance to a higher age division if he will be eligible to do so at any time during the year, but once a youth rider advances to the higher age division, he may not return to the younger age division. For all Amateur classes, the age of the rider is determined as of the date of the event. However, riders competing in a younger age division are not required to move to an older age division once they become eligible to do so.
*Changing Classes: A rider may petition to move to a lower classification based on class finishes and time differences. However, the rider must first petition the AMA (in the event of an AMA-ranked rider) or the rider’s home district for reclassification and provide proof of grant of reclassification prior to competing in the lower class.
*Rider Advancement: Riders advanced in their local series prior to completion of the VXCS series may continue to compete in the VXCS class in which they started the season, so long as they do not voluntarily compete in the higher classification prior to the start of the next race season of their local series, i.e., SETRA, GNCC, VCHSS, etc.
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**Advancement of Jr. Mini riders**
Each Jr. Mini rider will be evaluated after one year of participation for possible advancement. This is an effort to reduce “sand bagging” and potential hazards to the other beginner level Jr. Mini riders.
Example: if a Jr. Mini rider is 9 years old and lapping all other participants multiple times and riding aggressively as a much-advanced rider then that rider will be asked to self- promote. If the rider/family refuses to self-promote the ranking system will be implemented on the Micro’s and the rider will be promoted through overall finishes. The only alteration to the ranking system for the Jr. Mini class will be if the rider has an average overall finish of 2 or less, they will be advanced to Mini event.
Riding Out of Class: Riders must compete in their designated or assigned skill level and may not “ride down” at the VXCS, i.e., riders that compete at the “A” or “B” level in any other series or events must compete at the “A” or “B” level in VXCS. This applies to AMA and non-AMA sanctioned events. Riders determined to be riding out of class will be removed from the race results for that event and prohibited from competing further in such class, and the class rescored. In addition, the rider will forfeit all prior championship points earned in the current year during their ineligibility for the class. Objections to class eligibility must be supported by data and will be accepted up to 48 hours after results are posted.
Self-Advancement:
A rider may choose at any time to advance to a higher rider classification.
Participation in or advancement to a higher class in any AMA or non-AMA Off-Road meet by any rider will result in permanent advancement to that higher class in all AMA-sanctioned Off-Road OFF-ROAD 2.1 66 competition. Off- Road racers will ride all off-road meets in the highest classification earned. OffRoad includes Enduro, Hare Scrambles, Desert Scrambles, Grand Prix, Cross Country, Hare and Hound and like type meets.
MACHINE ELIGIBILITY AND CLASSIFICATION:
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“PRO” Class Qualifications – Any rider whose Overall Average is 8.999 or less, is otherwise designated as a “PRO” rider or is ranked "AA" or “Pro” in any other off-road series will be required to enter the “PRO” class. A rider classified as "PRO" in the VXCS ranking system will remain "PRO" classified until either the rider is ranked other than "PRO" by the ranking system or the rider is granted a petition to return to “A” status. Exception is the rider over the age of 30. This rider may compete in his age-based class without needing to petition.
"PRO-AM" Class Qualifications – Any rider whose Overall Average Rating is greater than 9.00 up to and including 12.999, is otherwise designated as a "PRO-AM" rider. A rider classified as "PRO-AM" in the VXCS ranking system will remain "PRO-AM" classified until either the rider is ranked other than "PRO-AM" by the ranking system or the rider is granted a petition to return to "A" status. Exception is the rider over the age of 30. This rider may compete in his age-based class without needing to petition. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“200 A” Class Qualifications – (98-200cc 2-Stroke, up to 250cc 4-Stroke big wheel*) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“250 A” Class Qualifications – (201cc 2-Stroke and up, 251cc 4 Stroke and up) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“30+A” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “30+A” class must be 30 years old or older on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“40+A” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “40+A” class must be 40 years old or older on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“50+A” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “50+A” class must be 50 years old or older on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“200 B” Class Qualifications – (98-200cc 2-Stroke, up to 250cc 4-Stroke big wheel) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“250 B” Class Qualifications – (201cc 2-Stroke and up, 251cc 4 Stroke and up) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“30+B” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “30+B” class must be 30 years old or older on the day of the event. “A” riders are not eligible to enter the “30+B” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“40+B” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “40+B” class must be 40 years old or older on the day of the event. “A” riders are not eligible to enter the “40+B” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“50+B” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “50+B” class must be 50 years old or older on the day of the event. “A” riders are not eligible to enter the “50+B” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“PRO/A WOMEN” Class Qualifications – Any female rider who is ranked Pro/A in other series of likeness, or is otherwise ranked "PRO/A WOMEN". Riders in this class must be over the age of 12 years on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98ccc minimum.
“200 C” Class Qualifications – (98-200cc big wheel) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“250 C” Class Qualifications – (201+ cc 2-Stroke or 4-Stroke) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“4-Stroke C” Class Qualifications – (4-Stroke big wheel) Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“Warrior” Class Qualifications - Restricted to active military and veterans. Military ID Required.
Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“30+C” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “30+C” class must be 30 years old or older on the day of the event. “A”, and “B” riders are not eligible to enter the “30+C” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“40+C” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “40+C” class must be 40 years old or older on the day of the event. “A” and "B" riders are not eligible to enter the “40+C” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“50+C” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “50+C” class must be 50 years old or older on the day of the event. “A” and "B" riders are not eligible to enter the “50+C” class. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“60+” Class Qualifications – Any rider entering the “60+” class must be 60 years old or older on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches. AMA eligible (meet all AMA requirements) big wheel bikes are required and 98cc minimum.
“Novice Women” Class Qualifications – Any female rider who is not otherwise ranked and has not raced in a higher classification. Riders in this class must be over the age of 12 years on the day of the event. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
MINI EVENT
“Super Mini 14-15” Class Qualifications – (Modified AMA Youth Class Super Mini 12-15, 80cc-112cc 2-Stroke & 75cc-150cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Super Mini 14-15” class must be either 14 or 15 years of age, as of January 1 st or will be turning that age during the current year. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“Super Mini 12-13” Class Qualifications – (Modified AMA Youth Class Super Mini 12-15, 80cc-112cc 2-Stroke & 75cc-150cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Super Mini 12-13” class must be 12 or 13 years of age as of January 1st or will be turning that age during the current year. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“Mini 12-13” Class Qualifications – (AMA Youth Class 85cc Modified 12-15, 65cc-85cc 2-Stroke & 75cc-125cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Mini 12-13” class must be 12 or 13 years of age as of January 1st or will be turning that age during the current year.
“Super Mini Women” Class Qualifications – (AMA Youth Class Super Mini 10-15, 65cc-112cc 2-Stroke & 75cc-150cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Super Mini Women’s” class must be female and be between the ages of 10 and 15 years as of January 1st or will be turning that age during the current year. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum.
“Mini 9-11” 85 cc Class Qualifications – (AMA Youth Class 85cc Modified 9-11, 66cc-85cc 2-Stroke & 75cc-125cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Mini 9-11” 85cc class must be 9 to 11 years of age as of January 1st or will be turning that age during the current year.
“Mini 9-11” 65cc Class Qualifications – (AMA Youth Class 65cc Modified 9-11, 59cc-65cc 2-Stroke & 52cc-90cc 4-Stroke) Any rider entering the “Mini 9-11” 65cc class must be 9 to 11 years as of January 1st or will be turning that age during the current year.
“Women’s Trail rider” Class Qualifications – Any female rider is eligible to enter this class. This class will start on the last row of the Mini event only. This will be a points, advancement class. This class will be recognized for awards at the banquet and trophies are at the promoter’s choice. This class will be identified with a number and a “G”. Big wheel is defined as a bike with a minimum 19-inch front wheel and a rear wheel minimum of 16 inches and 98cc minimum. Any rider that enters the Women’s Trail rider class cannot race in a Main Event on the same day.
JR MINI
“Jr. Mini I 7-11” Class Qualifications – 66-85cc 2-stroke & 75-125cc 4-stroke – (Modified AMA Youth Class 85cc 7-11) Riders entering this class must be between the ages of 7 to 11 years. Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Rules.
“Jr. Mini II 7-11” Class Qualifications – 52-65cc 2-stroke & 52-74cc 4-stroke – (Modified AMA Youth Class 65cc 7-9) Riders entering this class must be between 7 and 11 years. Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Rules. This class has been modified to limit the age in the class from 7 to 11 years of age and to limit 4-strokes to 74cc.
“Jr. Mini Women’s 7-13” Class Qualifications – 65-85cc 2-stroke & 70-125cc 4-stroke – (Modified AMA Youth Class 85cc 9-13) *Riders entering this class must be female and be between the ages of 7 and 13 Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Rules. This class has been modified to limit the age in the class from 7 to 13 years of age and to allow 65cc 2-stroke.
MICRO
“E-BIKE 4-8” Class Qualifications – Mini – E Electric Bikes – Battery Energy limited to 1kWh. Maximum (adjusted length) wheelbase 41 inches; Maximum wheel size 12 inches; Maximum seat height 25 inches. Retrofitted 12-inch wheels are permitted. Riders entering this class must be 4 to 8 years of age. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Engine Classes and Age Groups.
“Pee-Wee I 6-8” Class Qualifications – 0-51cc, 2stroke or 4 stroke – (Modified AMA Off-Road Youth Class 2) Riders entering this class must be 6 to 8 years of age. Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Engine Classes and Age Groups. This class has been modified to limit the age in the class from 6 to 8 years of age. Maximum (Adjusted Length) wheelbase 41 inches. Maximum wheel size 12 inches.
“Pee-Wee II 4-6” Class Qualifications – 0-51cc 2 stroke or 4-stroke – (Modified AMA Off-Road Youth Class 1) Riders entering this class must be 4 to 6 years of age. Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Engine Classes and Age Groups. Maximum (Adjusted length) wheelbase 36 inches. Maximum wheel size 10 inches. Maximum seat height 24 inches.
"50cc Girls 4-8" “ Class Qualifications – 0-51cc, 2stroke or 4 stroke – (Modified AMA Off-Road Youth Class 2) Riders entering this class must be female, 4 to 8 years of age. Riders may move to the next higher age class if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Engine Classes and Age Groups. This class has been modified to limit the age in the class from 4 to 8 years of age. Maximum (Adjusted Length) wheelbase 41 inches. Maximum wheel size 12 inches.
“Shaft Drive 4-6” Class Qualifications – Entry Level class (PW50 only) Riders entering this class must be 4 to 6 years of age. Please refer to AMA Amateur Rule Book Youth Engine Classes and Age Groups. The rider’s age on Jan. 1 will determine their age for the remainder of the year. Riders may move to the next higher age class in the Youth Division only if they will be eligible to do so at any time during the year.
EQUIPMENT:
The AMA Equipment Standards List in Chapter 2 of the AMA Racing Rulebook applies. In addition, the following apply:
Riders may not carry gasoline anywhere except inside the machine's fuel tank. Aftermarket fuel tanks are permitted; Auxiliary/Extension fuel tanks are not permitted. (Note: This rule differs from the AMA Racing Rulebook.)
All machines must have silencers.
All machines must have a working kill switch (bikes)
Extended after-market foot shifters must fold.
No horns, bells or other sound devices are permitted on machines.
Machine sound level cannot exceed 98 dB/A.
Machines may be tested by officials any time prior to, during or after the event.
Paddle tires and studded tires are prohibited.
VXCS will provide printed out numbers to apply to bike, after three events participants are expected to have permanent numbers on their bikes. The numbers will be governed/defined by AMA Section 2.2-15-B. Riders who do not get permanent numbers on their bike are subject to disciplinary actions.
Long sleeve shirts/jerseys are required for all competitors.
REGISTRATION:
*Transponder must be placed on the helmet and checked before leaving the registration area.
*Riders must register for the race before riding their machine anywhere.
*Riders must always wear a helmet and may not exceed 1st gear idle when traveling to/from their pit area. Warm-up riding is limited to the start area by registered riders only after an official has given permission.
*Rider’s helmets must be taken through Tech Inspection prior to competing for the purpose of inspecting transponder functioning, helmet tag placement, number assignment, and contingency eligibility.
*It is the participant's responsibility to check that their transponder corresponds with their class and personal information.
*Safety equipment and machine eligibility are the sole responsibility of the rider. This happens at the registration trailer!
THE COURSE:
*Arrows will be used to direct competitors on the proper route when the terrain does not clearly dictate.
*Unless otherwise instructed at the riders meeting, riders must not ride more than 20 feet from the course marking arrows.
*If double arrows are posted on both sides of the trail (e.g., double arrows are placed directly opposite each other or within 10 feet of being directly opposite), riders must remain between the arrows.
*A marked course is defined as an established trail containing arrows along a marked path. Double arrows are defined as one arrow placed immediately above another arrow.
Ribbons, signs, banners, hay bales, etc., may be placed along the trail to help guide riders. Ribbons and banners may not be crossed or ridden through. Riders riding outside these areas may be penalized.
*A “bottleneck” is a section of trail that becomes impassable due to riders stopping, falling, or getting stuck while attempting to traverse an obstacle and in doing so does not provide enough space for another rider to pass. Any rider encountering a bottleneck on the course shall be allowed to go more than 20 feet off the course but must re-enter the course immediately after the bottleneck or as close as practical to the bottleneck. This alternate route may not be used during the following laps unless a bottleneck condition continues to exist.
*A rider whose machine is disabled may receive outside assistance up to the point of the "No Passing Zone" at the main scoring area. A rider is required to push their bike through the scoring area on their own. Only the rider’s hands are to be on the bike.
SCORING:
*Rider Etiquette in the Main Scoring Area. The Scoring Area is defined as from the "No Passing Zone" established leading into the scoring tent, the scoring tent, and the boundary path immediately exiting the scoring tent. The following rules apply when a rider is entering or leaving the computer scoring station.
*Riders must pass through the scoring lane to be scored. It is the rider’s responsibility to be scored.
*Riders who attempt to proceed through the scoring lane at high rates of speed, endangering the scoring personnel and equipment, may not be scored and could be penalized.
*Leaving the scoring tent prior to being scored may result in no score for the rider.
*When being scored, the rider must make every effort to clear the scoring lane quickly so as to not create bottlenecks.
*No pit activities, finding drink water tubes, adjusting or checking mechanical items or performing any other non-scoring function that delays the next rider to be scored will be done inside the scoring area.
*Riders must enter the scoring area in a timely manner and exit the scoring area in a timely manner.
*Riders are required to use the transponder and the rider number given to them at signup. Riders who fail to use the provided transponder and number may not be scored. Riders who use the wrong transponder or fail to cover a pre-existing number may not be scored.
RACE FINISHES:
Racers have 50 minutes to finish the race after the overall winner takes the checkered flag. A rider may question/protest the results within the 30-minute period following posting of the final results. After 30 minutes, awards will be given out and results will be final unless a protest is pending.
Podium Procedure: The following racers will be recognized on the podium: Top 5 Overall
1st: $500 2nd: $375 3rd: $275 4th: $200 5th: $125
OVERALL POINTS & AWARDS:
To be considered for year-end awards at the VXCS awards banquet a rider must receive points in a minimum 8 out of 10 rounds of the VXCS races that are run during the current season.
All riders that meet the race requirements will be recognized with awards at the banquet.
* Overall Champions will be recognized on thier OVERALL finish for every round. ALL 10 rounds will be calculated.
*If ties are encountered at the end of the season the rider that scores points in the most events will be considered the winner of the tie. A backup tie-breaker will be used if the first tie-breaker results in a tie. The backup tie-breaker will be to count finishing positions. Count 1st place first, 2nd place second, 3rd place third, etc.
*Each rider will have one (2) throwaway per season. This number may be adjusted as deemed necessary in the event of race cancellations. Other actions may be taken by the VXCS for any reason as deemed necessary.
Championship Points:
*Riders must complete one lap to accrue championship points.
*If you sign up and attend the start of the race, you are accredited for attending the event and this will be applied to banquet eligibility. This includes mechanical error on the starting line that prevents the participant from physically starting the race.
Throwaway/Drops
*VXCS will utilize two drops/throw aways per racing season.
“Throwaway/drop” is defined as the action of dropping a rider’s lowest scoring event out of all the races. If the season is ten races then each rider’s final class finishes would be calculated using only eight of the races. YOUR BEST 8 WILL COUNT!
Example: if a rider attends 10 out of 10 races and their finishes are 1st, 4th, 3rd,1st, 8th, 4th, 2nd, 1st, 2nd, 2nd, then the 8th & 4th place finish would be a “throwaway/drop” and will not be used in the final score to determine yearly class placing. This also applies if a person is unable to attend one event then that person is not penalized for not being at one race. YOU MUST COMPETE IN 7 RACES FOR BANQUET!
***The above rules are supplementary regulations for the VXCS. Anything that is not specified in the above regulations will default to AMA Regulations****