Club Racing

Race Meeting Timetable #

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1. A riders briefing will be scheduled by the Chief Commissaire before the start ofracing on the day of the event.
2. It is compulsory for all riders to attend riders briefing.
3. Team managers and parents of young/new riders are encouraged to attend.
4. The track remains closed at all races during breaks and prize giving and no rider may be on the track at these times.
5. Permission to test/warm up etc. may only be granted in extreme circumstances by the Chief Commissaire/Race Director on the day.
6. If permission is granted, the rider at all times will wear an ‘official’ bib.
7. Riders/parents/guardians are reminded that full racing clothing is to be worn and the rider’s race number is to be affixed to the bike at all times during practice.
8. Race meeting timetables will be followed as closely as possible; however, there may be circumstances, which may occasion delay.
9. Delays will be communicated wherever possible.In the name of sportsmanship and a practice of etiquette, it is expected that all riders attend the prize giving function at the end of a racing event to applaud those riders receiving accolades on the day. Furthermore, the riders receiving prizes are expected to be in their racing attire (jersey & pants) when presented with an accolade.

Race Age #

Determining the racing age

1. A rider’s racing age is determined by how old he/she will be at the end of the year (31 December 2021). A simple calculation is the current year, 2021 minus the year in which the rider was born. (E.g., a rider born in 2005 will ride the 16–year–old class (2021 minus 2005).
2. It is the duty of each rider/parent to ensure that the rider is in the correct age class.
3. If a rider has been incorrectly listed on the moto sheets, this must be brought to the attention of the Administrator before the start of the competition.
4. If a rider willfully races in the wrong age group, he/she will forfeit all their points earned for that specific event.
5. Except as provided in the combination rules, no rider is permitted to compete outside his age group unless they have obtained permission from the Club Committee.
6. A rider who wishes to ride in a higher age group should apply to the Club Committee via email before the 1st event of the season. Emails can be sent to admin@hararebmx.co.za
   The Club Committe will decide if such a move is justified and will inform the rider accordingly. The Commission’s decision is final.
7. Riders who have moved up an age class must remain in that class for the remainder of the season.
8. The Commission may approach certain riders/parents and request that the rider moves up a class, even if no application is forthcoming.

Race Classes #

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*NOTE: Classes will be combined for racing purposes.

Novice Classes #

1. Novice classes will ONLY score points for the Club Series (where you are a member) – NOT for the Provincial Series.
2. A minimum of three (3) riders are required to complete a novice class.
3. If there are insufficient riders to complete a class, these riders will be combined with the next age group, to a maximum of three (3) age groups up, until a legal class is formed.
4. Where a class has been combined, the riders will be awarded separately in their respective age classes and NOT the combined/merged classes. i.e. The class that you entered in.
5. The top three (3) riders in each race class will be awarded with a 1st , 2nd or 3rd place certificate based on their total points for the three (3) moto’s and the final.
6. No novice, of any age, will be allowed to ride with interlocking pedals and shoes or ‘clips’ in all competitions in Zimbabwe.

Girl Riders
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1. Girls will ride with boys one age group down from their racing age. A girl/lady aged 17 and older, will race in the 16–year–old boy’s class.
2. Only girls aged 14 and older will be allowed to ride with interlocking pedals/ shoes or ‘clips’.

Expert Classes (6 years and under to 17 years and over) #

1. Expert classes will score points for the Club Series (where you are a member) – AND for the Provincial Series.
2. A minimum of four (4) riders are required to complete an expert class.
3. For racing purposes, the following classes will be combined on the day:
   11 & 12 years
   13 & 14 years
   15 & 16 years
4. Where the classes have been combined, the riders will be awarded separately on the day and NOT the combined/merged classes. i.e. The class that you entered in. (Based on racing class and not actual age).
5. The top three (3) riders in each race class will be awarded with a 1st , 2nd or 3rd place medal based on their total points for the three (3) moto’s and the final.
6. A rider who is 17 years or older, who rides a 20” bike may enter in the 17 years and over class.
7. Only expert boys aged 13 and older will be allowed to ride with interlocking pedals/ shoes or ‘clips’.

Expert Classes (Cruiser) #

1. Only riders who ride a 24” Cruiser bicycle, will be allowed to compete in this class.
2. Cruiser classes will score points for the Club Series (where you are a member)
3. A minimum of four (4) riders are required to complete a Cruiser class.
4. The top three (3) riders in each race class will be awarded with a 1st , 2nd or 3rd place medal based on their total points for the three (3) moto’s and the final.
5. A rider who is 16 years or older, who rides a 24” bike may enter in the Cruiser class.

Term Points #

Qualification #

For a rider to qualify for series points he/she must comply with the following:

1. Be a member, in good standing with Harare BMX Club.
   

The Club Term Points
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1. The Club Championship Series will comprise of three (3) race events per school term.
2. All novice and expert riders may be eligible for the Club Championship Series provided they comply with the requirements as set out in point 1 and 8.1 above.
3. To qualify for the Club Championship Series, a rider must compete in at least two (2) of the three (3) race events hosted by the club.
4. The best of three (3) races will count towards the final Club Term Points.
5. Points are awarded to riders based on the results of each race in the moto’s and the final.
6. Points are not scored for the quarter or semifinal races.
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General #

Scoring System
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All race day admin, concerning the rider database, moto and gate selection draws and final positions will be administered via the Sqorz system.

Safety #

Helmets worn by riders on the racetrack is a serious safety issue. Loose straps and or no straps will not be tolerated. Riders may be warned, placed last and even disqualified if they persist with loose or no straps while riding and racing.

Communication #

Each rider/parent/guardian will be sent this guide via email to the email address provided during the Club Membership Application. It is up to the riders and parents to ensure that the Administration of the Club have the correct contact details for the member.

Social Media #

Social media is a wonderful tool for such a small sport as BMX; however, the same social media has the power to bring the sport and individuals involved into serious disrepute.
Conduct unbecoming concerning the sport and its officials posted on social media will be treated with the seriousness it deserves. The saying ‘Trackside anger doesn’t last, but Facebook, Google and the Internet are forever……….’ – unknown author is very apt for our sport! Members, riders and parents are encouraged to take concerns to the Chairman of the clubs and to the rider representatives. However, all officials are there to serve and to help. Any official can be approached with any questions, concerns or suggestions.

Volunteers #

BMX is a volunteer driven sport. Many are needed to run clubs; to help to repair tracks, attend meetings, officiate at race meetings and help wherever is needed. Volunteers work at race meetings in order for you and or your child to be able to race. It follows then that all parents and relatives are encouraged to get involved and help wherever possible in order that the same parents do not have to work at every race.
Get involved, it’s the right thing to do!