New Race Rules for 2011

If you were at our general Meeting on the 22nd of January you heard me touch briefly on these. The new race rules for 2011 are as follows:

1. On restarts, the first three cars may choose their spot in the line up. 1st may choose inside or outside line. 2nd may choose inside, behind number 1, or outside pole. 3rd may choose his spot  depending on where number 2 went. 4th will take the next available spot. It is possible that 4th could be moved up to outside pole. This will bring strategy into play, and could make things a little more interesting.

2. The three race rule for Rookies to be able to "Pull a Pill" for the heat line ups will no longer apply. All Rookies will start at the back of the pack until the Race Director deems them capable, to theoretically start on pole. You must be able to pass other cars and move through the field to be considered eligible. This rule will apply to all current racers as well. If you are deemed to be too slow, or are considered unqualified due to your experience level or driving style, you will be sent back until you can prove you are capable.

3. This new rule applies to top three only. If you are running top three and you are spun by an offending party behind you, you will be able to restart in the same position. The offending party will be sent to the rear of the field. This call will be made by the Race Director. Note: It must be 100% clear that you were spun purposely, and not caused by racing. If it is not 100% clear, both parties will be sent to the back. Please note that  this call will be made by Tim and is purely subjective based on what was seen. These calls are not up for debate, discussion  or otherwise. If this becomes an issue, we will revert back to  the current rule now. You both go to the back.