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QUALIFYING/ELIMINATIONS
Elimination
MN North runs a two moto format. It will consist of 2 motos, the final and last chance (if
applicable). The heats will be posted in the staging area. It will consist of two rounds
where driver entries will be divided into heats.
Both moto's will be
run on Saturday for points. The classes will be reheated after each moto. The qualifying
moto's will run 3-8 laps depending on the length and condition of the track. The
mini classes will have a third qualifier on Sunday morning during the LCQ.
The top 7-9 drivers
(depending on class sizes) advance to the final. The remaining drivers will be
heated in to up to 4 Last Chance Qualifiers. The LCQ will be 3-5 laps. The top
driver in each LCQ will receive a back row start in the final. There will be up to 12
drivers in the finals.
LCQ’s and Finals
will be run on Sunday. This will still allow everyone 3 rides; 2 on Saturday and 1
on Sunday.
Finals will be:
5 laps for Beginners & Juniors 10-13
7 laps for all Sport, Specialty, & Juniors 14-17
10 laps for Semi- Pro's
15 laps Pro’s
Start Line Penalty
For classes that all of the drivers advance to the final, any driver that scores a DNS
(did not start) in qualifying will be required to start from the penalty line in the final
at the discretion of the race director.
LEAVING THE COURSE
1. Drivers leaving the course must re-enter in a safe fashion and without gaining a
position or advantage. Failure to follow this procedure may result in a penalty or DQ at
the discretion of the Race Director.
2. Drivers may not stop on the race course. If mechanical problems force this, they will
be instructed to stop on the inside of the course. Driver is responsible for getting his
machine off the course because of mechanical or physical difficulty.
UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT
1. The deliberate blocking of a faster machine is cause for disqualification or Stop and
Go penalty at the discretion of the Race Director.
2. Bumping or cutting of lanes is cause for Stop and Go penalty or disqualification at the
discretion of the Race Director. Any dangerous or foolish driving, bumping, crowding,
chopping or unsportsmanlike conduct on the course, in the pit area, or any where else on
the race grounds will subject contestant to disqualification at the discretion of the Race
Director.
See page five for DQ penalties.
OBSTRUCTION
1. If for any reason a driver is forced to stop on or near the course during an event, it
would be the driver's first duty to remove the snowmobile from the track so as not to
endanger or obstruct other drivers.
RACE FINISH
1. The finish line will be clearly marked.
2. A driver whose machine is disabled before driver reaches the finish line may be pushed
or pulled by driver's own unaided muscular energy across the finish line and will be
considered to have completed the race. A competitor is said to have finished the race when
driver is in contact with the machine and any part of the machine crosses the finish line
in control.
SIGNALS
1. A driver who has spun out or stalled should raise both hands over drivers head to
indicate that no more movement will be made until the field has passed and to indicate no
injury.
DRIVERS BRIEFING
1. The mandatory meeting (or meetings) will be held at an announced time and place. It
will be conducted by the Race Director and Race Promoter. Descriptions of the course,
flags, etc. will be made. Pins, stamps, tags, etc. may be used to check the identity of
drivers at the briefing. Drivers not attending this briefing are subject to a penalty (i.e.
no practice).
RADIOS
1. There will be no independent radio transmission on sanctioning bodies radio frequency.
TUNE-UP
1. Tune-up of the engine will be in the proper area only. Driver must consult with Race
Director to determine proper tune-up area at each event. The tune-up area will be held on
a course, completely free of obstructions, which provide adequate and safe run-off areas
at the end so competitor may slow down and exit safely.
2. Fences or squared off banks shall not be permitted at the end of the tune-up area.
3. Promoter shall provide proper supervision of the tune-up areas as well as adequate
crowd control to prevent spectators or other persons from moving onto the tune-up area.
4. Driver entry fee must be paid before driver may use designated tune-up area.
5. Drivers and Pit Crew in said tune up area must have signed the insurance waiver form
and be wearing a wristband.
STAGING AREA
Reasonable speeds will be observed in the pit and staging areas. Drivers will report to
the staging area to run practice laps. Order of the events will be posted on a board in
the staging area. It is the drivers responsibility to be aware of what heat they are
racing in and be in the staging area when their respective heat is called.
SUPPORT VEHICLES
1. No unauthorized motorized vehicles will be allowed in the pit or staging area. Sleds
have to return under their own power. Only disabled sleds may be towed from the track.
TEMPORARY SHELTERS
1. No temporary construction of the following types will be permitted in the pit area.
Tents, unless flame resistant, and have been tested within one (1) year and proof of
testing supplied to fire officials or fire marshall. Make-shift wooden enclosures are not
allowed. Any and all shelters are subject to approval by a WSA official.
ANIMALS
1. No aggressive animals will be allowed at the race site. All animals MUST
be on a leash.
SPEEDING
1. Reasonable speeds will be observed in the pit and paddock area. All pit areas are
caution zones where utmost in driver awareness is required.
WARM-UP STANDS
1. Snowmobile stands that catch and retain traction components and other items that are
thrown by a track will be mandatory and the machine must be placed on a legally approved
stand (Refer to warm-up stand-See Appendix) placed within six (6) inches of the rear of
the tunnel opening and within twelve (12) inches of the track, whenever the rear of a
machine is raised to clean out the engine or track. This stand must be used on the paddock
and pit area at all times. The safety stand will be constructed of a material (Must be
constructed of a metal equivalent to 6061 T6 aluminum 1/16 inches thick) sufficient to
contain cleats or other items that might be thrown away from a track. Side extensions are
mandatory. As a minimum the side extensions must extend to the center of the back axle.
2. No full throttle operation while sled is on warm up stand.
MISUSE OF PIT PASSES
1. Pit gate will close at 9:00 am Sat Morning (for Saturday-Sunday event). Racers and pit
crew without the proper pit pass by this time will be required to go the the gate
admission.
2. Improper usage of pit or paddock passes will be grounds for discipline.
REGISTRATION-ENTRY REGULATIONS
1. WAIVER FORMS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL PERSONNEL IN NON-SPECTATOR AREAS (paddock, staging
and track).
2. Driver and their sled must be registered at race headquarters and signed a waiver
before any runs are made (practice or racing). All entries must be to the MN North office
by the Tuesday deadline. This does not guarantee your entry in the race - some classes
will be full before this date.
3. All sleds and engines need to be registered on the sled registration card before
they race. You can get a card by e-mailing the webmaster or contacting EMA or Lee
Mattfield
3. No refunds of entry or other fees will be made.
4. Insurance fees are not refundable.
5. Regional service charges or insurance surcharges are not considered part of entry fee
maximums.
6. Gate admission fees for driver and crew members will be regulated on a regional basis.
7. The order of events will be regulated on a regional basis.
8. The maximum number of events a driver can enter per day will be regulated on a regional
basis. Driver can only register in one division per event. Driver and machine may race
other higher classes in the same division.
9. Any class or event can be eliminated when there are less than six (6) official entries
at the close of registration.
10. All participants in events must be fully familiar with the Rules and Regulations, plus
such rules by Race Promoters that may be specifically applied to any event.
11. WSA reserves the right to deny any driver from participating in any and all classes
for any reason.
All WSA events are pre-registration ONLY! Entries must be into the appropriate WSA
office with payment the Tuesday before the race weekend, if the event has not been filled
by this time. All races are first come, first served.
PRIZES AND AWARDS
1. All prizes, awards and paybacks shall be presented to the official winners or their
appointed representatives at the close of the event, unless specifically advertised
otherwise as to the time and place of awards.
2. Drivers will not be required to attend award banquets, parties, ceremonies, etc., in
order to receive prizes, awards, or paybacks, although they are encouraged to cooperate as
a courtesy to the promoter.
3. Trophies will not be mailed out. It is the drivers responsibility to pick up any trophy
that he/she has been awarded or make other arrangements to pick them up.
4. Prizes
a. Junior, Beginner, Sport and Specialty - Trophies
b. Semi-Pro - Certificates, Payback and potential added purse
c. Pro Class - Payback and potential added purse
PAYOUT
Payout is based on the number of driver entries and the added purse money at each event.
Payout generally will be for Semi-Pro and Pro classes only.
1. Added purse money may be added in the Pro class.
2. MN North reserves the right to modify payout schedule for any event.
3. All payout checks are normally available at the event. Checks that are not claimed at
the events will be mailed out. Any driver with over $600 in winnings at the end of the
calender year, will be issued a 1099 tax form by Jan. 31 of the following year for tax
purposes.
4. It is the drivers responsibility to know what manufacturers and other sponsors
contingency program requirements are and to follow up on all necessary procedures to
collect on these programs.
FINISH POSITION |
PRO |
Semi-Pro |
| 1 | 30% |
30% |
| 2 | 25% |
25% |
| 3 | 20% |
20% |
| 4 | 15% |
15% |
| 5 | 10% |
10% |
This race payout chart will be subject to change depending on number of entries. MN North reserves the right to change this payout at any time.
POINT SYSTEM
1.MN North reserves the right to ask any driver to move up to the next highest bracket if
necessary.
2. No points will be awarded in Last Chance races.
3. All events count towards the season championship in there respective series.
4. To be qualify for the year end points, All classes with the exception of
the Pro's need to compete in 4 races. The Pro's need to compete in 5.
5. Any person who runs all 7 events will receive a 25 point bonus at the end of the
season.
6. Points are awarded on a 25 pt. motocross scale:
1st - 25 pts
8th
- 13 pts
2nd - 22 pts
9th
- 12 pts
3rd - 20 pts
10th
- 11 pts
4th - 18 pts
11th
- 10 pts
5th - 16 pts
12th
- 9 pts
6th - 15 pts
13th
- 8pts
7th - 14 pts
14th
- 7pts
DQ
- 0 pts
7. No points are given in the LCQ
Tie Breakers
1st - Last event run in series counts the most
2nd - Next to the last round back to earlier rounds of series
3rd - Number of drivers faced in entire series
4th - Number of drivers faced in last round back to first round.
5th - Coin flip
VICTORY LAP - WINNERS CIRCLE
Pro and Semi-Pro drivers winning a final should always take a victory lap (weather and
time permitting) with the checkered flag and stop at the winners circle for a victory
celebration and interview. Be aware of your responsibility to the press, sponsors and
spectators that would like to enjoy the celebration with you.
DRIVER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
THESE GENERAL RULES APPLY TO ALL CLASSES UNLESS SO NOTED. ALL MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO BE
FULLY AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING REGULATIONS AND ABIDE BY THEM.
1. Full coverage helmets are mandatory. Helmets will be full protective coverage and carry
the 1995 Snell Foundation Approval Code. This is also mandatory in the tune-up area. The
helmet must be securely fastened at all time.
2. It is mandatory that the drivers helmet must be a minimum of seventy five percent (75%)
international (blaze) orange.
3. At least one hundred forty four (144) square inches of visible area on both the drivers
front and back will be international (blaze) orange in color at all Snocross races and is
strongly recommended in all other events and classes.
4. Gloves and clothing, along with at least above ankle leather boots are mandatory (above
ankle boot must have a minimum of six (6) inches of leather above the ankle).
5. Eye protection mandatory; face masks may be required at the starting line at the
discretion of the Race Director. If corrective lenses are required to drive a motor
vehicle the driver will also be required to wear them when they race.
6. Noise silencers or hearing protectors are mandatory in all modified classes.
7. The use of upper body protection equipment is mandatory. The upper body protection must
cover all body areas. Motocross vests do not meet this rule.
8. Shoulder pads to be added to upper body protection.
9. Shin and knee guards are mandatory. Shin and knee guards will be worn on both legs. The
shin guard must extend from the instep to above the kneecap and be constructed of an
impenetrable material.
10. An approved medical safety vehicle will be required for all races to transport injured
participants.
11. Elbow pads are highly recommended in all forms of racing.
12. Blue jeans or jackets, overalls or any clothing displaying vulgar language is not
allowed.
13. Any safety equipment questions should be directed to the WSA Tech Director.
DRIVER IDENTIFICATION BIB & DECALS
1. All drivers will wear their issued number. It is the driver's responsibility to provide
themselves with a bib or other form of their assigned number on their back. Drivers will
be required to keep the machine numbers and bib numbers in legible condition. (See the
appendix for diagram of drivers numbering example).
2. The drivers assigned competitive number must be displayed on both sides of snowmobile
hood. The number must be six (6) inches high, 3/8 inches wide and be displayed in
contrasting colors.
3. If a drivers numbers are not legible they will not be scored. If they have been
notified either at the race site or by letter after the event and the problem is not
fixed, they will not be scored.
4. All Pro racers are required to display three (3) WSA decals on their sled. One on each
side of the hood and one on the windshield. Pro drivers are also required to iron on a WSA
patch onto the upper chest area of their race jacket. Driver's not in the Pro ranks are
required to run with two (2) WSA decals, one on each side of their hood.
DRIVER CHECK IN
1. All driver and pit crew members are required to check in, sign a release waiver and
WEAR a release wrist band. Check in will usually take place at the pit entrance.
2. Pit crew members not signed in by 8:00 am Sat. morning (two day event) will be required
to pay gate admission and then pay for a pit pass as well.
3. Everyone who is in the pit area must be wearing a release waiver wristband on their
wrist. Racer's or their pit crew caught in the pit area without a wristband on his/her
wrist subjects the racer to disqualification.
4. Driver must be checked in by 8:00 am, race day morning. If not, they will not be
allowed to compete.
RACE DIRECTOR AUTHORITY
1. The Race Director shall be responsible for the conduct of the race. He shall have the
right to make the final determination concerning all aspects of the race and the race
facility, including design. Any and all of these rules and regulations not withstanding.
2. He shall have the voice of authority to discipline the participants for violation of
the rules. Such discipline will be limited to disqualification of a participant and/or
exclusion from an event.
3. Disciplinary action by the Race Director other than a disqualification or involving
prescribed fines will be under provisions of the Board.
4. The Race Director and Technical Director will be certified by the sanctioning
organization.
5. Official race results shall be approved by the assigned Race Director and a signed copy
will be returned to the promoter for announcement and distribution.
6. The Technical Director shall carry and be responsible for the official specifications
and certain instruments for measurements concerning verification and control of
contestants machines. The Technical Director may not work in official capacity when he has
a vested interest in that class.
7. All equipment and specifications will not be allowed to be used for any other purpose
other than for use at sanctioned events.
8. Race Directors may not have vested interest in the events in which they act in an
official capacity. They may not work in official capacity when he has a vested interest in
that class.
9. Race Directors may compete in events other than those in which they officiate.
10. The Race Director may cancel any race or the complete event for reasons of safety
regarding competitors or spectators, and in such case shall determine the awards, if any.
The Race Director may shorten the race for any reasons of safety but must give drivers
adequate notice in advance.
11. A Race Director may judge the mechanical integrity of all timing equipment.
SNOCROSS TECHNICAL VIOLATIONS
Driver infractions/disqualifications in a sno-cross or cross country events will be forwarded to all ISR sno-cross and cross country affiliates.
DRIVER MAY BE DISQUALIFIED FOR THE FOLLOWING
TECHNICAL VIOLATIONS:
1. Running without a hood or shroud in position.
2. Running with altered numbers.
3. Running with bibs not in position.
4. Receiving unauthorized assistance.
5. The driver, group of drivers or any pit crew members attempt to
harass race officials, in any manner.
6. Course cutting.
7. Failure to stop for Post Race Technical Inspection.
8. Failure to use the proper safety equipment.
9. Allowing non registered drivers to operate drivers sled on track
during a practice lap or during a race.
10. Running without a helmet strapped.
11. In the event of a driver becoming dislodged from his sled or a crash and the
engine continues to run or the safety disconnect switch fails to function or is not
properly fastened/attached to the driver while the engine is running, the driver will be
disqualified
from the heat that the infraction occurred.
12. Refueling sled on startline.
DRIVER MAY BE PENALIZED AT THE START OF THE RACE FOR THE FOLLOWING:
1. Jumping the start.
THESE REGULATIONS ARE COMPRISED OF DEFINITIONS AND ALLOWABLE MODIFICATION OR ALTERATIONS. If a definition, modification, or alteration is not cited then it is to be construed that no modification, alteration or change can be made to the component unless it is specifically approved by the rules committee.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - All CLASSES
IF A DEFINITION, MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION IS NOT CITED THEN IT IS TO BE CONSTRUED THAT
NO MODIFICATION, ALTERATION OR CHANGE CAN BE MADE TO THE COMPONENT UNLESS IT IS
SPECIFICALLY APPROVED BY THE ISR RULES COMMITTEE.
SAFETY SWITCH
TETHER SWITCH
TRACK & TRACTION (ALL CLASSES)
SKI SUSPENSION AND STEERING
SKIS & SKI RUNNERS
SKI RUNNER (all classes)
FRAME AND BODY