RACING IN THE WOODS SERIES RULES

  • REGULATING BODY: These races are NOT USA Cycling regulated. No race license is needed.
  • Series Number Plate:  You will be given a number plate with a chip on the back of it at your first race.  If you lose or forget your plate you will be charged $10 for a replacement.  Don’t lose your number plate. We will be enforcing this rule on everyone this season.

  • Series Prizes:  We have 10 races this year and we will count your best 8 races for overall series prizes. You get 2 drops.  You must race in at least 4 races to be eligible for series prizes.

  • Series Points: The series points will be, starting from first to the very last position, 20, 19, 18, 17, 16, 15, etc.

  • Regional Championship: USA Cycling has changed their state championships to Regional Championships. This year the Battle of the Bikes will be the NC/SC regional championship race. Next year we will pick South Carolina course to be the NC/SC regional championship site.

  • E-Bikes: E-bikes must be Class 1 (No throttle, Max speed of 20 mph). No exceptions. Class 3 or “Chipped” e-bikes are illegal. The race staff and officials have the right to ride your bike after the race if we think you are cheating. If you are, you will be disqualified for the season.

  • Mechanical Issues: You must start and finish on the same bike.  If you have a mechanical you CANNOT leave  the course to get additional tools.  You CANNOT receive help from other riders or spectators.  You must carry any equipment to repair your bike with you during the race.

  • Profanity: If you are caught cursing at another rider for any reason, the official can disqualify you from that race and the series official may suspend you for one or more races. DO NOT curse at anyone!!!

  • Lost Riders: If you miss a turn and cut the course you will be disqualified.  Riders are responsible for knowing the course.  Check with race promoters about course maps and descriptions.

  • DNFs:  If you have to quit a race for any reason, please let the scoring crew know so we don’t go searching the course for you.

  • USAC Rule Book:  Click here for the USA Cycling Rule Book

  • Class Sizes:  Promoter has the right to combine classes if not enough racers show up.

  • Junior Classes:  We welcome all juniors 8 years of age and older. USA Cycling Junior memberships are free.

  • Categories/Classes: The promoter’s have the right to combine classes, eliminate classes or create classes based on rider turnout or any other factors the promoter feels necessary to ensure the inclusion of any type of rider.

  • Weather: All races are rain or shine with the exception of extreme weather conditions or if a park will not allow us to race based on their weather guidelines.

NO REFUND POLICY

Applies to ALL Racing in the Woods Races

Refunds:

  1. NO REFUNDS!: We do not provide refunds under any circumstances unless an event is cancelled and cannot be rescheduled.
  2. Event Cancellation: In the rare case that an event is cancelled and cannot be rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, or other reasons beyond our control, participants will be entitled to a refund.
  3. Notification: In the event of a cancellation, registered participants will be notified via email and/or through our official website.
  4. Refund Process: Refunds for cancelled events will be processed automatically to the original payment method used during registration within a reasonable timeframe.

Transfers:

  • Transfers: Participants are allowed to transfer their registration to another individual.

Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns regarding our refund policy, please contact us at racinginthewoods@gmail.com

By registering for the Racing in the Woods Series and individual races, participants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the terms of this no refund policy.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.