2023 Mud Tracks Racing

Short Course Series Rules

The following rules and regulations are solely applicable to the Mud Tracks Short Course Series events. This Rulebook is intended as a guide for the conduct of the Mud Tracks Short Course Series, and is in no way a guarantee against injury or death to participants, spectators, or employees. Please direct any questions to Mud Tracks Management.

Interpretation and Application: Mud Tracks Officials interpretation, clarification, or application will prevail upon disagreement or dispute regarding the meaning or application of the Mud Tracks rules. Notwithstanding the foregoing or any other provision in the Mud Tracks Rule (MT) Book, MT may review an interpretation, clarification, or application of the rules where the MT Official deems such review to be necessary.

Production UTVs only. Production UTV definitions: Production UTVs are vehicles manufactured by registered companies, i.e.; Polaris, Can-Am, Yamaha, etc. that issues Vin #’s. All stock chassis control arm/trailing arm mounting points must remain in the stock/OEM location and the stock center cases must remain for the engine.

If you are reading this live on the link from our website, this is the latest version of the rules. No printed Rule Book will be considered official.

 Amendment – MT rules may be amended or changed at any time. The amendment/change is also effective upon the date of publication.

  1. Interpretation and Application – If there is a disagreement regarding the meaning or application of the MT rules, the interpretation and application by the MT Racing officials at the event shall prevail. This decision is final and non-appealable.
  2. Finality of Interpretation and Application – All participants, including but not necessarily limited to competitors, team owners, sponsors and officials, expressly agree that determinations by MT officials as to the application and interpretation of the rules are non-litigable, and covenant that they will not initiate or maintain litigation of any kind against MT or anyone acting on its behalf with respect to such determinations. In the event that a participant violates this covenant and initiates litigation, it is agreed that the participant will reimburse MT for all litigation costs and that the right to a trial by jury will be waived. MT reserves the right to take any other action hereunder, including suspension, termination, or loss of any/all series points earned for violation of this covenant not to sue.
  3. General Agreements – By submitting an entry and/or participating in any activity related to a MT event, a participant agrees to the following: a. All rules set forth in the MT rules and its amendments are applicable and will be followed. b. All decisions of MT Racing officials are final, non-appealable, and non-litigable. c. All participants voluntarily assume the risk of damage to the race vehicle, the driver, pit crew, or any other person and have no claim for said damages against MT, track owners, officials, agents, or employees of MT. Neither MT nor the track owner will be responsible for the adequacy of a participant’s race vehicle, equipment, or racing activity. e. All participants assume full responsibility for any and all injuries sustained, including death and property damage, anytime they are in the racing areas or to or from the racing areas. f. All participants understand the risk of serious injury or death, which may result from racing, and that participants solely assume that risk when choosing to participate in an MT event. No entrant, pit crew member or vehicle sponsor shall have any claim for damages, expenses, lawsuits or otherwise against the owners, promoters, track builders, race operators, MT officers, agents or directors arising from damage to any vehicle, personal injury or death, or monetary loss of any kind whatsoever. All entrants, pit crew members or vehicle sponsors who voluntarily participate in any racing activities conducted under these rules, waive any claim they may have against the owners, promoters, track builders, race operators, MT officials, agents, vendors, employees, volunteers or directors. g. Any person who performs an act or participates in actions deemed by MT as detrimental to UTV/SXS racing or to property: a disqualification and/or loss of Series points, and/or loss of finishing position(s) in the event, and/or suspension may be imposed. This includes postings/comments on all social media platforms. Force Majeure. MT Racing assumes no responsibility whatsoever for delays, postponements or cancellations of all or part of an event for any reason, including inclement weather, acts of God, or unsafe course conditions. i. MT Racing reserves the right to refuse entry to any applicant, team, competitor, entrant, participant, or any other person, to any event for any reason. j. No participant may enter the racing areas (to include the pit area) unless he/she has personally signed all required entry forms, waivers, release of liability forms, and pit permits applicable to the event. k. Advertising and Promotion Release – Each participant, by entering an MT Racing event, grants to MT Racing and authorized agents and assigns a license to use and sub-license on an exclusive basis with regard to the products/services of the series sponsors, and otherwise a non-exclusive basis, his/her name, likeness and performance, including photographs, images and sounds of the participant and/or any of the participant’s race vehicles in any way, medium, or material for promoting, advertising, and publicizing any MT Racing event or related telecast or programming. Each participant hereby relinquishes to MT Racing in perpetuity all rights there to for such purposes.
  4. Telecast and Other Rights – Each participant, by entering an MT Racing event, acknowledges that MT Racing, and licensees and assigns, exclusively and in perpetuity own any and all rights to broadcast, transmit, film, tape, capture, overhear, photograph, collect, or record by any means, process, medium or device whether or not currently in existence, all images, sounds, and data arising from or during any MT Racing event or the participant’s performance in the event, and that, except for works created pursuant to the fair use doctrine or the MT Racing Media Access Policy, MT Racing is and shall be the sole owner of any and all copyrights, intellectual property rights, and proprietary rights worldwide in and to these works and in to any other works, copyrightable or otherwise, created from the images, sounds, and data arising from or during any MT Racing event or the participant’s performance in the event. Each participant agrees to take all steps reasonably necessary and all steps requested by MT Racing, to protect, perfect or effectuate MT Racing ownership or interest in these rights. Each participant agrees not to take any action, nor cause others to take any action, nor enter into any third- -party agreement that would contravene, diminish, encroach, or infringe upon these MT Racing rights.
  5. Substance Abuse – No MT Racing participant (driver or crew member) may use or be under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other controlled substance while competing. The Series reserves the right to require drug testing in order to assist its enforcement of the Series’ no alcohol and no drugs policy. Decision on drug testing and disciplinary action (which may include but is not limited to immediate ejection from an event, a fine, suspension, and/or a denial of further entry to any MT Racing events) is at the sole discretion of the MT Racing officials.

Registration

  1. Registration will be open at race location prior to the start of the drivers meeting. ALL Drivers must sign the racing waiver, acknowledgement of rules.
  2. Entry Approval – Acceptance of any entry is at the discretion of MT Racing. A participant is not eligible to compete until registration is received and approved by MT Racing regardless of fees submitted. Late Entries – In the event an entry is submitted after the specified deadline, MT Racing may accept the late entry with a late registration fee. Refund Policy – All refunds must be requested through MT Racing director. Once a vehicle enters the race course, whether in practice, qualification, or main event, a refund can no longer be issued.
  3. Gate fee is separate from race entry and will be determined and collected by land owners. Wrist bands from the Main Gate must be worn at all times. Failure to have wristband will delay any Tech Inspection or entry to the Track.
  4. Numbers – All number plates must be easily visible with no obstructions by bodywork or chassis. Recommended but not required: MT Racing recommends a White background with contrasting Black numbers or a Black background with White numbers.
  5. Race entry fees are as follows: All PRO TURBO and PRO N/A SxS $120.00 per class - Remiaing SxS classes $60 per class.
  6. There will be no additional charge for practice if registered.
  7. Vehicle Eligibility – Only vehicles, parts, components, and equipment determined by MT Racing officials to meet the specifications set forth in the stated rules are eligible to compete in an MT Racing event. Determinations can be made at any time before, during, or after an event.
  • All new models/brands are subject to series pre-approval process which may include (but is not limited to) inspection, track time and data collection before being deemed legal for competition. To be considered for approval to run for the series championship during the 2023 season, all new models must be available and on dealership floors at least 30 days before the first event. Models that don’t meet this requirement may be approved to run on a probationary status.
  • All Machines are subject to be examined and tested by officials at any time prior to, during, or after the event and may be disqualified if found to be in violation.
  • Full roll cage is required for sxs’s. Factory roll cage is ok, although upgraded cage is highly recommended.
  • Doors/door panels are mandatory, no half doors on side of car where driver or passenger is present. RS1 must have full doors both sides.
  • Fire extinguisher or fire suppression systems are mandatory.
  • Four-point harnesses are mandatory for any driver and passenger seat, if applicable. Five-point harness with sub strap is highly recommended.
  • Window nets are required on driver side. They are also required on passenger side if there is a passenger in the car. Arm restraints may be used in place of window nets. If you have questions regarding nets, we can help you find a universal set that's inexpensive and still provides protection.
  • RS1s must have nets on both sides. Arm restraints may be used in place of window nets.
  • Clearly visible numbers on both sides of vehicle are requested and recommended. If numbers cannot clearly be read by scoring officials, you may not be scored correctly for that race.
  • Rear chase light is highly recommended.
  • Key and/or On/Off switch, clearly labeled, that shuts off the engine is required.
  • Rear view mirrors will be permitted.
  • GYTR, HRC/HPD, KHI or any other original equipment (OE) performance parts are allowed unless otherwise specifically not allowed for in this rulebook.
  1. B) FORMAT: UTV/SXS racing will follow a 3-race format (2 heat & main)

All classes will run a 3-race format, with 2 heat races and a main, with a set number of laps, with the average finishing positions from heat 1 & 2 determining your starting position in the main event. Number of Laps will be predetermined at each event based on the overall length of the track layout. The combined overall points from the heats and main finish will determine the overall score/winner. The overall score will count toward your year end point standings. Both races (heats & main) are assigned points, and it’s the overall combined score from BOTH races, that determines overall score.

  1. All drivers who take the checkered flag UNDER POWER (no pushing across) will receive a placement, regardless of the number of laps they have completed.
  2. The two class designations are:
  • AMATEUR: Beginner/Novice/Intermediate level
  • PRO: Professional level is determined advanced with experience. Drivers must compete at their skill level or higher. Any lower level is allowed to compete in the pro class if they pay the entry fee but if they win 2 pro class main events they will be required to move up to the pro class.
  1. There are several flags/and or lights throughout the racecourse.
  • Green - The start of the race.
  • Yellow - Caution flag to signify a disabled racer or obstruction on the course. SLOW YOUR SPEED IMMEDIATLEY. Drivers passing, jumping, racing through a yellow flag zone or otherwise ignoring a displayed yellow caution flag will be penalized at the discretion of the Race Officials. Penalties may include loss of position, loss of laps, disqualification, etc.
  • Red - Stops the race if there is a problem on the track.
  • White - The white flag signifies one lap to go.
  • Checkered - The race is over.
  • Black - The black flag is driver specific and if waived signifies to the driver to exit the track immediately. The driver may have something wrong with the vehicle, or a penalty.

C) TIMING AND SCORING

  1. Official Scoring – All decisions of the designated MT Racing official scorer for an event are final unless a recheck has been requested by a driver or a MT Racing official.

D) SAFETY

Responsibility – Off road racing is a dangerous sport. Each participant assumes the risk of bodily injury, death, or property damage when he/she participates in an event. Although safety is a concern, MT Racing cannot be held responsible for the safety of participants.

  1. MT Racing considers safety a top priority and works with competitors, track owners, manufacturers, and outside experts to exchange useful information regarding safety designs, products, practices, and procedures and to publish and amend rules to reflect the latest safety practices as needed. MT Racing is not and does not claim to be an expert in safety standards, designs, practices, or procedures, nor is MT Racing a standards organization or a designer, manufacturer, facility, or vehicle design.
  2. All officials and participants are obligated to inspect the racing facilities, safety personnel, equipment, and conditions at the track on a continuing basis throughout the event. Any inadequacy should be reported to senior MT Racing official immediately.
  3. Participants are solely responsible for their own safety when performing duties as a driver, owner, or crew member and should carry out these duties in a way that ensures minimum amount of risk or injury to themselves and others. MT Racing does not provide medical insurance for its competitors, and we strongly urge you to not compete without it. Medical Insurance is the sole responsibility of the Competitor and Passenger.
  4. Neither MT Racing, nor the track owner will be responsible for the adequacy of a participant’s race vehicle, equipment, or racing activity. a. Injury Reports – Any participant involved in an accident while on the racing premises must report to a MT Racing official before leaving the premises if able to do so, or as soon as the participant is physically able.
  5. Inclement Weather - events may be conducted regardless of weather conditions. a. In the event of excessive rain or other unfavorable conditions, it may be necessary for the Race Director to alter the order of the event schedule, including, but not limited to: adjusting the length of races or practices, and/or delaying or stopping the program completely. b. Should a delay occur the Race Director will make every effort to resume the schedule in a timely fashion if conditions allow.
  6. Driver’s Meeting: All Drivers must attend the mandatory drivers meeting at posted scheduled times at racer registration/staging area. Failure to attend will mean loss of staging position. If driver is unable to attend: It is the responsibility of the driver/racer they may send a member of their pit crew to stand in for them.

E) MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT

  1. Competitors (drivers and passengers) must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the event. Competitors 17 and under are only allowed if parent or guardian is present at the event to sign liability waiver. Riders in this age category may be required to present their birth certificate and have a parent or guardian present (with photo ID).
  2. All drivers are responsible for their actions as well as their entire pit crew.
  3. Racing age is your age on the first day of January 2023.  However, a youth driver may voluntarily advance to a higher age division if he/she is eligible to do so, but once a youth rider advances to the higher age division, he/she may not return to the younger age division.
  4. 170 (up to 204 cc) classes are for ages 6-12, and may be required to present birth certificates. Further age brackets within this are defined per individual 170 classes below.
  5. YOUTH 1k N/A (1000cc) ages 12 to 17 years old.
  6. Women’s N/A class ages can be 12 years or older.
  7. Amateur/Pro 1000cc class is for ages 18 and older.
  8. In order to drive in a class other than one above at an age less than 18 years old, you must have raced an SXS/UTV for at least 2 years and/or be approved by a race director. Riders in this age category must also present their birth certificate and have a parent or guardian present (with photo ID). All riders under the age of 18 in this group MUST submit a resume to the MT Racing Director before being allowed to compete, unless otherwise grandfathered in. This will allow us to help place riders in the class that is most appropriate for them. Resumes don't need to be fancy, just a description of the youth drivers experience and any race results. We are interested in the long-term success of every driver and need to ensure that any minor that intends to participate is prepared for the rigors of racing the 1000cc classes.
  9. Pro Class competitors must be at least 18 years of age the time of the event. In order to compete in the PRO class at an age less than 18 years old, you must have raced an SXS/UTV for at least 2 years and/or be approved by a race director.
  10. Drivers may be removed from competition, qualifying or testing any time at the sole discretion of a MT Racing official.

F) RACING CLASSES

  1. Production UTVs only. Production UTV definition: Production UTVs are vehicles manufactured by registered companies, i.e., Polaris, Can-Am, Artic Cat, Yamaha, HiSun, or other that issues Vin #’s. Other manufacturers, such as Trailmaster, Vitacci or Cazador are eligible, with prior MT Racing approval, and must meet all requirement, including Tech Inspection.
  2. Safety equipment is required for all classes.
  3. Nitrous or any other pressurization and/or injection type system will not be allowed in any class.
  4. ALL SXS/UTV’s must submit to a Technical Inspection, and any violation could be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of any and all race fees, and ANY/ALL points acquired during the event.
  5. If we have 3 or more for a class we will add a class upon request.
  6. If there are less than 3 in a class we may combine classes to ensure everyone gets to race.
  7. Note, youth racers can race in adult classes with parent and MT Racing official approval. No adults are permitted to race in youth classes.

    SxS

Youth:

  • 170-204cc
  • 800-1000cc

Adult:

  • Amateur Turbo (900-1000cc)
  • Amateur Na (800-1000cc)
  • Pro Na (800cc-1000cc)
  • Pro Turbo(800cc-1000cc)

All classes must have at least 3 entries to make a class.

 

Class Descriptions

Amateur (Beginner – Intermediate)

  1. These classes are intended for beginners, with only safety items required.
  2. Displacement: Stock displacement
  3. Engine modifications or transmission modifications of any kind are not permitted.
  4. Intake: Must remain stock, no modifications allowed.
  5. Final Drive gearing, specifically the front or rear sprocket, may be changed if applicable.
  6. Turbochargers and Turbo upgrades are Not permitted unless it came from manufacturer. Nitrous systems and superchargers of any type are not allowed.
  7. All vehicles must use stock engine cases and cylinder head. All vehicles must use the same fuel delivery system as stock and designed by the OEM.
  8. Clutching: clutching changes or components are allowed.
  9. ECU flash NOT allowed. Aftermarket Exhaust system is allowed accept in 170 class.
  10. Safety nets and 4/5-point harnesses are required. Driver window net or wrist restraints are required for sxs’s.
  11. Aftermarket roll cage, nerf bars, front/rear bumpers are allowed and are recommended for sxs’s.
  12. Aftermarket wheels & tires are allowed.
  13. Suspension: All A-arm mounting points must remain in the stock location and position as delivered from the manufacturer. Suspension modification is allowed to OEM shocks, including internal parts, and/or complete aftermarket shocks, that directly bolt to the OEM mounting locations. No other suspension changes allowed, including A-arms, axles and swing arm, must remain stock. No long travel kits.
  14. Aftermarket seats are allowed.
  15. Manufacturer plastics must not be removed, with the exception of the rear bed cover. Any other Weight removal is NOT allowed unless MT Racing official declares it legal.
  16. Top 3 finishers may be required to report to tech inspection to ensure fairness.

Pro  (Intermediate – Pro)

  1. Displacement: Maximum 1000cc
  2. Vehicle eligibility: Any sport 4-wheeler or UTV up to 1000cc is allowed as long as it fits into its respective class.
  3. Drivers entered in a PRO class CANNOT enter in any other under class for the remainder of that event/weekend unless MT Racing official gives approval.
  4. N/A 1000cc UTV Production Model is allowed to compete in the PRO Turbo class, however, a Turbo Production Model is not allowed in the PRO N/A class.
  5. All vehicles must use OE Manufacture engine cases and cylinder head. No BIG BORE Cylinders.
  6. The stock gear box cases must be used, the internals in the gear box may be modified or changed.
  7. Blow off valves are allowed.
  8. Suspension: All Shock mounting points/location may be moved, but All Chassis/A-Arm and Trailing Arm mounting locations shall remain in the OEM location. Aftermarket shocks, including modified internals/springs are allowed.
  9. Clutching: Any aftermarket clutching or components is allowed.
  10. Superchargers and/or nitrous systems are NOT permitted.
  11. Door panels must be fastened and provide full coverage (no half doors).
  12. Aftermarket cages are highly recommended.
  13. Safety equipment required. (See Driver Tech Safety items for requirement official a penalty will be imposed.)
  14. Weight Rule: minimum weight of 1750lbs. with driver & safety gear included.
  15. Weight may be adjusted at the discretion of officials throughout the season in the interest of competition.
  16. Top 3 finishers may be required to report to Tech Inspection to keep things fair.

G) INSPECTIONS

All vehicles, parts, components, and equipment are subject to inspection by MT Racing officials at any time and in any manner. Decisions made in regard to the time or manner of inspection are final, non-appealable, and non-reviewable. Inspection Area – Only those persons permitted by MT Racing officials are allowed in the inspection area.

  1. Technical Inspection area will be always restricted to a maximum of 2 crew members in the area. Tech Director may allow additional team members to assist for advanced tear down in special circumstances.
  2. Staging area will be restricted to the driver and 1 crew member at all times. Once vehicles have cleared pre-tech no modifications / adjustments are allowed for any reason while in staging or on the way to staging after leaving the tech area.
  3. Competitor Obligations – A participant must take whatever steps requested by MT Racing officials, including tear down of the vehicle to facilitate inspection. This may include but is not limited to installing inspection holes, inspection ports, and any other means of inspection deemed necessary. Any inspection that requires tear down or dismantling of any assembly to inspect components is the sole financial responsibility of the competitor and or team. MT Racing is not in any way financially responsible for any tear down or disassembly or reassembly of components to ensure rules compliance. In passing a vehicle through technical inspection, MT Racing does not warrant that vehicle’s adherence to all rules. The participant is responsible for ensuring his/her vehicle is in compliance with all MT Racing rules at every event.
  4. Pre-Practice/Race Inspection – All vehicles must pass a technical inspection before entering the race track, including for practice.
  5. If a vehicle does not pass this inspection, it will not be allowed to compete unless, in the opinion of the MT Racing official, the deficiency: will not adversely affect the race, cannot be corrected in time for qualifying for the race or it is insubstantial and does not warrant disqualification from the race.
  6. If technical inspection is passed but a deficiency is noted on the inspection sheet, it must be corrected by the date and time specified or a penalty may be imposed.
  7. All helmets and driver gear to be used during the weekend must be presented for pre-race inspection with vehicle. All gear must be clean.
  8. Post-Qualifying/Race Inspection – All vehicles must either be inspected or released from inspection by an MT Racing official prior to the conclusion of each racing session. If a vehicle leaves the inspection area without being cleared by an MT Racing official a penalty may be imposed. No one including team members or drivers are permitted to “tamper” with the vehicle in any way in preparation for post technical inspection.
  9. Technical Penalties - Penalties imposed for technical infractions are final, non-appealable, and non-reviewable. Penalties may include position change and/or disqualification from one/multiple events.
  10. Equipment/Parts Failing Inspection – MT Racing can confiscate any illegal parts and/or equipment found during any inspection. Any items confiscated will be returned after the race concludes.
  11. Sealing/Impounding – MT Racing has the right to seal or impound race vehicles or parts for inspection purposes. MT Racing assumes no responsibility for those parts or vehicles.

H) SAFETY GEAR

  1. Full Face or MX Style helmets are mandatory. Helmets must be certified to a minimum of DOT/SNELL SA 2010 or better.
  2. Protective eyewear must be worn.
  3. One-piece or 2-piece Dual Layer fire suits are highly recommended. The suits should cover from the neck to the ankles and to the wrists. All suits should have the SFI label attached and meet SFI Specs. (SFI3.3-2A Specs Recommended)
  4. Drivers must wear gloves, shoes/boots, and long pants.
  5. Safety harness with 4 or 5 attachment points is required. Safety harnesses must meet one of the following ratings: Safety harness with SFI certification must not be used after 2 years (24 months) after the manufacturing date, or in the event that they have an expiration date must not be used after the expiration date.
  6. Safety harness with FIA certification must not be used after 5 years (60 months) after the manufacturing date.
  7. A quick release lap belt not less than three inches wide is required. A 2-inch belt may be used provided it is certified to specs above. Both ends of the lap belt must be fastened to the roll cage. Bolt in style belts must be fastened with high quality grade 8 or better bolts, not less than ⅜”. Clip in style belts must be cotter pinned or safety wired. Cam Lock type belts are allowed.
  8. Two shoulder belts are mandatory and must be securely attached behind the driver’s seat. If they are looped around or pass over the roll cage, a steel guide welded to the cage that will prevent the belt from sliding side to side is required. However, if you have pass-thrus integrated into your seat, that will be allowed and no steel guide required.
  9. 5th point belt (Sub Harness) is recommended and must be securely mounted to the lower seat frame or roll cage at the bottom, and to the lap seat belt on the top.
  10. Head and neck restraints are highly recommended in all classes any time the vehicle is on the track. R3, Hans, Hybrid or other restraint certified to SFI spec 38.1 with a legible sticker attached are allowed.
  11. The head and neck restraint, when connected, must be mounted, configured, maintained, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  12. It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure that his/her restraint is correctly installed, maintained, and properly used.
  13. Radios: Radios must be of two-way voice communication type only. Each race team is responsible for meeting FCC requirements.

DRIVER Tech Safety Requirements

  1. Full face helmets are mandatory.
  2. Protective eyewear must be worn.
  3. Single layer SFI fire suit minimum required.
  4. Gloves or Hand protection is required.
  5. Footwear is required, no open toe shoes.
  6. Full roll cage is required. Aftermarket cage is mandatory for Pro classes.
  7. Full coverage doors/door panels are mandatory.
  8. 4 Point/5 Point harnesses are mandatory for any driver and passenger seat.
  9. Window nets are required on driver side.
  10. Arm Restraints may be used in place of window nets.
  11. Clearly visible numbers on both sides at least 8” tall is required.
  12. Rear Chase light is recommended.
  13. Key and or on/off switch clearly labeled that shuts off the engine is required.
  14. Fire extinguishers and/or fire suppression are required and must be easily retrievable by staff or officials.
  15. Vehicle must pass tech inspection!

I) START PROCEDURE

  1. Driver’s Meeting will be conducted at a designated driver’s meeting area and is mandatory for every competitor and co-driver. We will discuss track conditions, staging procedure, flagging, and any other pertinent information that is necessary for the event.
  2. Race vehicles must be in the staging area thirty minutes prior to the beginning of the race.
  3. Starting Positions – Heat race starting positions for the event will be determined by random drawing. Drivers who do not draw or enter after the close of registration for an event will be placed at the back of the field.
  4. Depending upon number of entries in the class, each class may be split into two or more heats. Heat races will be a live engine land rush start (subject to discretion of race officials). Finishing position in heat races will determine starting position for main. Main event starts may be a rolling start or land rush start. (Subject to discretion of MT race officials). Any competitor that fails to compete in the heat race, may still race in the main event, but will start at the back of the starting grid behind all other vehicles. Additionally, no points will be added from the heat race towards overall finish. The starting position for the main event is determined by the finishing score of the heat race.
  5. Late vehicles may start after the green flag, only with permission from a MT Racing official.
  6. The UTV/SXS a competitor leaves the starting line with is the official UTV/SXS for that heat/main and may not be switched at any time during that race.
  7. The racetrack will have a designated start area marked by start line and designated end of start area line. ON any start or re-start the Race official will start the race on the waving of the Green Flag.
  8. In the event of a full caution before one lap is completed, we will have a full restart, Red Flag.
  9. Race Halt – MT Race officials may stop a race at any time the track is deemed unsuitable for racing. Under adverse conditions, a race may be called official after 50% of the laps have been completed, or if any race is halted due to exceeding the allowed time limit for that race, at the race director’s discretion.
  10. When a race is halted prior to the completion of one lap, there shall be a complete restart in the original starting position.
  11. When a race is halted after the completion of one lap, vehicles will line up in the order in which they were running at the completion of the last full lap before the halt.
  12. When an event is halted due to rain or adverse circumstances prize money shall only be paid for the races completed. MT Racing may reschedule the event to a mutually agreeable date. In that case, the incomplete races would be finished first.
  13. Race Start/Finish Line – The official race start line will be indicated at each event during pre-race driver’s meetings. The start line may be different from the finish line. All races will run until the checkered flag is shown to the leader.

J) RACECOURSE PROCEDURE

A vehicle may be pulled from competition at any time if an MT Racing official feels it is a hazard to others. If a vehicle gets off the designated racetrack, speed must be reduced significantly, and the vehicle must merge back into the line safely without gaining time or position.

Yellow Flag - Caution Procedures

  1. In a caution where no penalty is imposed any vehicles charged with the caution may be put to the back of the pack.
  2. Any competitor that has gone one or more laps down must use additional courtesy to the vehicles still on the lead lap. Any competitor attempting to pass the leader(s) to get back on the lead lap must make the passes with very limited or no contact at all.
  3. A race vehicle that is clearly broken, must reduce speed immediately and pull off the track.
  4. All participants assume full responsibility for any and all injuries sustained, including any property damage or damage to a race vehicle as a result of being towed to or from the racing areas by MT Racing staff or otherwise.

Competition Rules Definitions

  1. Heavy contact – when one race vehicle contacts another race vehicle with enough momentum and or force, that the other race vehicle is significantly displaced.
  2. Light contact – when one race vehicle contacts another race vehicle with very low momentum and or force, as not to significantly displace the other race vehicle.
  3. Defensive move – a race vehicle intentionally moving left or right in order to block or reduce the momentum of another race vehicle.
  4. Incidental contact – contact that is believed to be unplanned or unintended, sometimes in conjunction with something else.
  5. Holding your line – a race vehicle maintaining its course, path or trajectory. (Following the arc or radius of a turn within the track limits).
  6. Aggressive Driving – being at the limit of light contact, multiple light contacts within the same race, the appearance of not being in control and or putting others at unnecessary risk.

Competition Rules:

  1. A competitor may receive a penalty for any of the following listed below.
  • Intentional contact on the approach to a jump that results in a race vehicle leaving the jump in an unsafe manner.
  • Heavy contact.
  • Light contact that is maintained: both parties must try to detach or break contact immediately.
  • When one race vehicle forces another race vehicle outside of, or off the competitive racing surface.
  • If a race vehicle makes more than one consecutive defensive move.
  • Driving through another race vehicle.
  • Not reducing speed when a spin, crash or other incident is happening in front of your race vehicle.
  • Not reducing speed when not on the racing surface.
  • If there is intentional contact made at any time other than under green flag (racing) conditions.
  • If more than one warning for the same offense is given during the same race to the same race vehicle.
  • Cutting the course.
  • Not holding your line.
  • Aggressive Driving.
  1. Reckless Driving in any such manner will not be tolerated and may result in disqualification. Reckless driving may include deliberate ramming, blocking, or intentional contact with another team or competitor.
  2. Aggressive Driving – when one race vehicle forces another race vehicle outside of, or off the competitive racing surface, will be considered Aggressive Driving. If a race vehicle makes more than one Aggressive Driving move, that driver may be penalized or disqualified for that event.
  3. If a race vehicle makes heavy contact or fails to leave room on the competitive racing surface while making an aggressive driving move, a black flag (penalty) is given, that race vehicle will be scored in last position of the last lap that it completes. If the penalized contact or act results in another race vehicle losing positions or not finishing the race, an additional penalty will also be extended to one or more of the following, a points loss, fine, and or next race starting position penalty.
  4. All competitors are responsible for their actions as well as the actions of their entire race team/pit crew.
  5. The posted Speed Limit within any area except the actual racecourse is 5 mph.
  6. If a competitor leaves the racecourse for any reason, they must re-enter where the vehicle left the course slowly and safely, in order to continue the race.
  7. While we strive to create a great spectator experience, the racecourse is closed to spectators, pit crew, photographers (without credentials) or anyone trying to enter the course that is not a competitor. There will be plenty of spectator viewing areas that overlook the entire track.
  8. Internal Radio communication is permitted between drivers/passengers in the same UTV/SXS/ and their respective pit crews/spotter. No communication is allowed from race UTV/SXS to race UTV/SXS, while on the track at the same time.
  9. Driver Medical Attention – if a competitor requires medical attention, by track or other medical teams, the medical technician must release the competitor before he/she may return to competition. Failure to comply with advice of the medical technician will result in disqualification from competition for the remainder of the event.
  10. If a driver loses consciousness at any time during an event, the driver cannot compete and must be cleared by a doctor before returning to competition.
  11. Unsportsmanlike Conduct – Any participant found by MT Racing officials to be engaging in unsportsmanlike behavior or any inappropriate behavior that affects the orderly conduct of an event, the interests of off-road racing or MT Racing will receive a penalty. This includes any aggressive action toward a MT Racing official by participant including arguing, yelling or raising your voice when talking to an official, or touching the official in any physical way. Drivers are solely responsible for the actions of all team members at all times and in the event a team member shows unsportsmanlike conduct, MT Racing officials may penalize the driver for the actions of the team member in addition to any penalty to the team member for his/her actions.
  12. Repeat offenses – any participant found by MT Racing officials to be engaged in any repeat offense of any technical violation or any other action that causes the MT Racing officials to impose any penalty to the driver or team will see the penalty more than double on the second offense for the same action or violation. In the event that any participant is found repeating any offense for a third time the participant may be removed from the event and put on suspension solely at the discretion of the MT Racing Director. This is including negative comments or posts on any/all social media platforms such as Facebook/Instagram.
  13. Physical Altercations – Any competitor or team member involved in a personal confrontation where one person touches another with intent of physical harm to the other may be placed on indefinite probation and the Series may impose additional disciplinary sanctions given the severity of the offense.
  14. Vehicular Acts of Aggression - In the event that MT Racing officials deem that a driver committed premeditated intentional acts of aggression with their vehicle toward another driver’s vehicle at any time during the event will be placed on indefinite probation and will receive a disqualification from that event. Any driver that is involved in a subsequent offense of premeditated acts of aggression with their vehicle toward another driver’s vehicle will be subject to review by the executive management of MT Racing and may carry further extreme penalty which can include suspension and or permanent suspension and expulsion from the series. Any driver using their vehicle and attempting to cause another driver bodily harm or cause substantial equipment damage will be disqualified and removed from the property immediately for the remainder of the event and will be subject to further penalties, fines, and MT Racing will exercise the right to allow the local authorities to deal with the situation within all limits of the law.
  15. General Scope of Penalties – Penalties for violation of MT Racing rules are determined by the severity of the violations and the effect on fairness of competition, the orderly conduct of the event, and the interests of off-road racing and MT Racing. Penalties may include, but are not limited to: disqualification, probation, fines, or loss of series points.
  16. ROLL OVER PROCEDURE/ RECOVER AND ASSIST/ Caution Zone: 1. If a vehicle is flipped over, it is at the discretion of the driver to remove his or herself from the vehicle and assist the MT Racing official in rolling the vehicle over. If a driver does not exit the vehicle there will not be a penalty assessed. Any variance to this will be discussed at the drivers meeting.
  17. During any process where MT Racing staff are on the race course to recover or assist another race vehicle, the 100 feet before and 50 feet after are considered a safe zone (Please refer to Yellow Flag Caution).
  18. The max speed in the caution area is 25mph. Drivers cannot gain on or improve position on other racers in this area. Any violation of this safety zone will mean automatic penalty and or disqualification of the racer.
  19. If race vehicle needs to be towed, it is the driver’s responsibility to make sure tow hook is in place and in working condition. During a tow or assistance, MT Racing staff is not responsible for any damage to the vehicle. If you are towed off the track, your race is finished and you are unable to return to the race course.
  20. Driver may refuse MT Racing staff assistance in towing or flipping vehicle if vehicle if located safely off the racecourse and is not in the way to affect current race. If driver refuses assistance, you must exit the vehicle and track in a safe manner and leave vehicle until the event is finished.

K) POINTS / SCORING

  1. There will be one checkpoint at the finish line. UTV/SXS’s must pass through our Finish Line in order to be scored.
  2. Point structure: points will be awarded according to the following point scale:

 

Place Points Place Points
1 30 11 14
2 25 12 13
3 23 13 12
4 21 14 11
5 20 15 10
6 19 16 9
7 18 17 8
8 17 18 7
9 16 19 6
10 15 20 5

 

  1. DROP ROUND: Each competitor will have a “drop” race. A drop consists of the racer dropping their lowest event finish (points) during the season to reach your final point total calculated for the series class champion. Additionally, a racer may use his/her “drop race” for a series event that they are unable to attend, due to an injury, hardship or other special circumstance.
  2. Disqualifications are not droppable.
  3. Please note: you may NOT drop the final race of the year.
  4. Driver Bonus Points – Points for attending all 6 series races for that season, will be awarded according to the following point scale: +10 points
  5. The race officially ends for all competitors at the completion of the final lap in which the checkered flag is displayed. Once the checkered flag is out, racers will be scored in order of their finish and number of laps completed. It is not necessary to complete all laps in order to receive a score.
  6. To be considered as having completed the lap or race, the racer and his machine must cross the finish line scoring plane of the checkered flag.
  7. Towing is not allowed. Any disabled UTV/SXS that are towed back to the pit area by staff or otherwise, are not eligible to return to competition in that race. If a UTV/SXS is towed a short distance in order to dislodge the UTV/SXS from a track obstacle. i.e.; mud, deep rut, etc., it may return to competition of that race at the back of the pack. All participants assume full responsibility for any and all injuries sustained, including any property damage or damage to a race vehicle as a result of being towed to or from the racing areas by MT Racing staff or otherwise.
    In the case of a tie for any position in year end points, the tie will be broken by using the greatest number of first place finishes. If a tie still exists, seconds, thirds, etc. will be considered until the tie is broken. If a tie still exists, the driver establishing the first victory of the season will prevail.
  8. The overall points championship is not official until after the last race of the season.
  9. Awards are presented to the top 3 finishers of each class. Payouts for all Pro Classes for placements 1st - 3rd. Eligibility to participate in the points fund may be forfeited by any member violating MT Racing rules or regulations prior to the presentation of the awards.
  10. A completed W9 is required for any payout whatsoever. These will be required at time of registration and must be completely filled out. Failure to submit the required information, will result in loss of payouts earned.
  11. To be qualified for year-end awards, you must race at least 3 rounds.

RACE PAYOUTS

Payouts will be awarded to the pro classes only. Series will do a 100% payback + $200  for SxS class. They do however get to race for points and series standings to build their resume.

PRO Turbo - 1st 50%, 2nd 30%, 3rd 20%

PRO N/A - 1st 50%, 2nd 30%, 3rd 20%

 

N) TECH PROTEST

  1. The MT Race Director, with or without protest, has the right to penalize, fine, disqualify, and/or suspend any vehicle or entrant for violation of any rules or regulations.
  2. The right to protest shall rest only with any competitor taking part in the competition in question. This competitor may protest anything which is considered a violation of these rules.
  3. If a competitor believes that another competitor has or will obtain a significant unfair competitive advantage due to modifications to the race vehicle, he/she can file a protest. The protest must be made in writing and presented within 30 minutes after the end of the race accompanied by cash of at least $100 or more depending on what is needed to test said alleged infraction.
  4. The race official shall determine whether the matter is a viable protest, and if so, shall decide the protest as promptly as possible and shall inform the parties to the protest of the decision. In deciding the protest, the Race Director may take whatever action deemed appropriate to further the interest of fairness. Such action includes, but is not limited to, revising official race results, imposing penalties, adjusting points, or taking no action.
  5. Any entrant who has an official protest lodged against his/her race vehicle must submit to an inspection of the protested items. Failure to submit to inspection will result in automatic disqualification and/or suspension. Those attending the inspection(s) will be as follows: the protester or their designated representative, the protested competitor or their designated representative, MT Race Officials. No other person is allowed.
  6. If the result that the accused is in violation of the rules, the protest fee will be returned to the protester. If the protest is not sustained, the protest fee will be forfeited to MT Racing and the competitor (equally split).

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