BMX New Zealand

RACING FORMAT

MOTO DRAW:

Race system in use defines moto/lane draws. Quater and Semi Finals – snake seeding method

LANE DRAW SELECTION:

Quarters, Semis and Main Finals Only. Order of lane choice based on count back to moto points or previous final.

MINIMUM CLASS SIZE:

6 riders constitute a class (amalgamations as required).

CHALLENGE 20”, CRUISER and CHAMPIONSHIP Classes:

4 motos Saturday, 2 motos Sunday then finals (depending on class sizes)

8 or less riders: 4 motos Saturday, 3 motos Sunday, points aggregated

9 or more riders: 4 motos Saturday, 2 motos Sunday then;

9-16 riders: to deadman final

17-32 riders: to deadman semis and deadman final

33-64 riders: to quarters, semis and final (all deadman)

65-80 riders: to eighths, quarters, semis and final (all deadman)

KIWI SPROCKETS:

Riders 7yrs and under will be non-ranking participation classes

4 motos Saturday, 2 motos Sunday

Riders who are UCI 8yrs will ride in UCI age classes for this event. Standard racing formats apply.

TIED POSITIONS:

All tied positions will be separated by countback. No run-offs will be held. As per regulation clause 1.029 Tied Placing.

MIGHTY 11s MEMORIAL CLASS:

A mixed gender race class for all riders 11year of age on the day.

All riders race motos, then to finals in the following format (results based on points over all racing - no deadman)

8 rider or less - 7 motos points over

9-16 riders - 6motos and top 8 riders to a final

17-29 riders - 6motos, top 12 to two 6 man semis, top 8 riders to a final

20+ riders - 6motos, top 16 to two 8 man semis, top 8 riders to a final

Tied placings based on count back only.

M11s Memorial Awards - Overall top three trophies, Overall top eight plates, Top Four Girls Trophies (regardless of overall placing within event)

TRANSPONDERS:

Transponders will be used at this event. To update your transponder number submit the 'Members Update Detail' online form - BMX New Zealand-BMX New Zealand (sporty.co.nz) update BEFORE the entries close.

Sprockets 5&under, 6yrs and 7yrs rider, DO NOT require transponders

NUMBER PLATES:

Sprocket Class Event Number plates will be issued to riders at check-in and will be registered. Event Number Plates must be used within this event including all official practice sessions. SPROCKETS DO NOT REQUIRE A TRANSPONDER

Challenge & Championship Class Event Number plates will only be issued to riders at transponder check-in upon confirmation that their transponder is attached to their bike correctly and is functional. The event number plate must remain affixed to the bike for the entire event, including all official practice sessions.

Ranking Plates: Only current World 1-8, Oceania 1-8, NZ 1-8 and also standing NI 1-8 numbers are allowed to be used. The ranking number must be clearly marked on the entry form.

Non-Ranked Plates: Riders may select any number between 51 and 999. Riders not choosing to self select a plate number or supplying an incorrect ranking will be issued with randomly selected numbers.

Championship Riders may run their UCI number under the 2022 UCI numbering system. All other riders will be allocated a random plate.

CLIP PEDAL REGULATIONS:

All riders UCI12yrs and below cannot use clip pedals .

CONTINGENCY PLANS:

In case of disruption or weather, moto format may be changed, at the discretion of the Chief Commissaire.

SCRUTINEERING:

Officials can randomly check riders and bikes before and during the event, including all official practice and warm up sessions. It is recommended that clubs & managers scrutineer all bikes prior to the event.

PRIZE GIVING:

This will be held Sunday 26th October, approximately 30 minutes after the finish of racing.

There is a wet weather contingency plan offsite - This will be communicated if required.

RESULT ALLOCATION:

For final placings, a count back method will be used to rank riders on equal points at the end of racing. As per regulation clause 1.029 Tied Placing.

Sprockets 7yrs and under - all riders will receive an event award

CODE OF CONDUCT

The event is a BMXNZ sanctioned event. Please be aware of your riders, your supporters & your own demeanour & attitude at the event. We are here for the riders, most of which are kids. The Sports Code of Conduct applies at all times, in all areas, to all people present, not just the riders.